How did Gandhi's birthday become non-violence day, know what is the history?

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The special day associated with Mahatma Gandhi has arrived. Every year, Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated on 2 October.

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This day marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Mahatma, originally known as Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi,

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He is seen as the father of the nation of India. He was a political moralist, a nationalist and a lawyer.

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The Mahatma believed in the power of love and tolerance. Every year this day is celebrated all over the country with great grandeur and pomp.

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Mahatma Gandhi started the Satyagraha and non-violence movement when Indians were still in the grip of British rule.

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His path of adhering to non-violence and winning people over with the power of love has since then influenced a lot of civil rights in the country.

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On 2 October, a national holiday is observed to honor Mahatma Gandhi and pay tribute to the freedom fighter. 

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In 2007, the United National General Assembly declared 2 October as the International Day of Nonviolence to honor Gandhi's methods. 

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On this day awareness is created around the world on the importance of non-violence and peace, harmony and unity.

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From owning luxurious cars like Rolls Royce Phantom VII and Range Rover Vogue, he has a private jet worth 260 crores.

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Released a three episode (episode) series on his life and career.

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FIFA announced that this three-episode series will be available on their streaming platform 'FIFA Plus'.

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FIFA tweeted from its World Cup handle, "You know everything about Ronaldo and Messi,

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Now know the story of the third highest goalscorer among active men's players.

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Sunil Chhetri-Captain Fantastic is now available on FIFA Plus.

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India's 38-year-old Chhetri is third in the list of highest goalscorers among active players with 84 goals.

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Only Cristiano Ronaldo (117) and Lionel Messi (90) have scored more goals among active players.

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