Question

Who was known as ‘Frontier Gandhi’?

• A. Mahatma Gandhi
• B. Sardar Patel
• C. Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan
• D. Potti Sriramulu

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The individual known as ‘Frontier Gandhi’ is Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan. He was a prominent political and spiritual leader, closely associated with Mahatma Gandhi in the struggle for India's independence. Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan was famed for his non-violent opposition to British rule and was a key figure in the Indian independence movement, particularly among the Pashtun community in the North-West Frontier Province. His dedication to non-violence and social reform earned him the nickname ‘Frontier Gandhi’ due to his similar philosophy and close association with Mahatma Gandhi.

Answer 2

The leader known as 'Frontier Gandhi' was Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan.

Additional Context:

• Born in 1890 in the North-West Frontier Province (now Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan)
• Founded the Khudai Khidmatgar ("Servants of God") nonviolent resistance movement
• Close associate of Mahatma Gandhi in the Indian independence movement
• Strongly opposed Partition and advocated for a united India
• Spent nearly 30 years in prison for his political activities
• Also known as Bacha Khan ("King of Chiefs") among Pashtuns

Correct Answer: (3) Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan