Why is gandhi considered one of the most influential people of the twentieth century? a) he led india to independence from britain. b)he inspired other leaders to be non-violent. c)he showed true leadership by risking jail for his beliefs. d)he overthrew the british government in battle.

The correct answer is b) he inspired other leaders to be non-violent.

Gandhi is considered one of the most influential people of the 20th century he inspired other leaders to be non-violent.

Gandhi led India to gain Independence from Great Britain. He used non-violent actions to apply pressure to the government and to impulse the movement of India’s independence. That was his most precious gift to the world. To show other leaders and nations that things could change with commitment, persistence, and non-violent actions. He taught the world that violence was not an option and that a peaceful movements could change regimes.

(d) rivers.

explanation:

civilizations developed around rivers because their waters provided places to hunt and fish. also, as the rivers flooded, the lands around them became fertile. this allowed them to support farming. this is especially true of the nile river, which flooded the same time each year.