India old and new, including incidents from the life of Mahatma Gandhi. Storyline: The history of Indian independence and the story of the events leading up to it are fascinating. One man considered by many to be the "Father of the Nation" is Mahatma Gandhi and it is through him that this program weaves it narrative. We are given a portrait of Gandhi’s life which is illustrated by many well-know incidents, such as the salt march of 1930 which also help us to understand Gandhi’s beliefs, are how his leadership played a central role in the ending of British rule. The program concludes with a montage of India’s achievements since independence
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