Mahatma Gandhi's youth experiences, such as observing the discrimination faced by his race in South Africa, profoundly influenced his thinking. This exposure to injustice sparked his commitment to resisting oppression through nonviolent means. His early education in law provided him with the tools to advocate for civil rights, while his exposure to diverse philosophies introduced him to concepts of ahimsa (non-violence) and satyagraha (truth force). These formative experiences motivated him to lead India’s independence movement with a focus on moral and ethical action, guiding his approach to political and social change.