The figure famous for the principles of non-violent resistance is Mahatma Gandhi, a leader in India's struggle for independence from British rule. Gandhi advocated for peaceful protest and civil disobedience as effective means to achieve social and political change. His philosophy, rooted in the principles of truth and moral righteousness (Satyagraha), emphasized the strength of non-violence as a method to confront oppression. Through his leadership, Gandhi mobilized masses for various campaigns such as the Salt March in 1930, inspiring not only Indian independence but also influencing civil rights movements worldwide. His ideology remains a powerful example of effective, peaceful resistance.