Year 8 RE Lesson: Gandhi – How Did Hindu Beliefs Inspire Non-Violent Protest?
This lesson explores how Mahatma Gandhi’s Hindu faith inspired his commitment to non-violence and peaceful resistance against injustice. Pupils learn about Gandhi’s early experiences of racism in South Africa, his leadership of campaigns like the Salt March, and his role in India’s independence. Activities include guided reading, a diary entry imagining Gandhi’s thoughts after being thrown off a train, an emotions map, and a comic strip showing key moments of his life.
Learning aims:
Describe Gandhi’s life and key events that shaped his beliefs
Explain how Hindu ideas about ahimsa (non-violence) influenced his actions
Reflect on the power of peaceful protest in challenging injustice
Evaluate Gandhi’s legacy for social change
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