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Mahatma Gandhi: Dying for Freedom(2018)

Documentary History

Status: Released

Date: 2018-01-31

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Indian freedom fighter Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated on 30 January 1948. Why was he killed and what events occurred before and after his murder? This documentary shows how India was dogged by nationalism and religious conflict on its path to independence - and how these factors mark the country to this day.

Languages: English.

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Germany

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DW Studios

Movie: Mahatma Gandhi: Dying for Freedom

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Mahatma Gandhi: Dying for Freedom
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Indian freedom fighter Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated on 30 January 1948. Why was he killed and what events occurred before and after his murder? This documentary shows how India was dogged by nationalism and religious conflict on its path to independence - and how these factors mark the country to this day.
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mahatma gandhi colonial india british raj mahasabha

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