About Gandhi Sangrahalaya
Gandhi Sangrahalaya in Patna, Bihar, is a museum dedicated to the life and work of Mahatma Gandhi, located at the north-west corner of Gandhi Maidan. Established in 1967, it preserves photographs, documents, books and personal memorabilia related to Gandhi, with special focus on his 1917 Champaran Satyagraha in Bihar. The museum serves as an educational and memorial centre documenting Gandhi's association with Bihar and India's independence movement.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a two-storey museum building with exhibition halls displaying photographs, documents, letters, books and replicas related to Mahatma Gandhi's life and his work in Bihar. Galleries chronologically trace his role in the Champaran Satyagraha and independence movement. The premises include a library, auditorium and open area within the Gandhi Maidan complex. The setting is quiet and educational, suitable for self-guided viewing and guided tours.
Key highlights
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Museum dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi located at Gandhi Maidan, Patna
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Extensive collection of photographs and documents on Champaran Satyagraha of 1917
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Original letters, books and memorabilia associated with Gandhi
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Library and research centre on Gandhian thought
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Exhibition halls depicting Gandhi's life and association with Bihar
History of Gandhi Sangrahalaya
Gandhi Sangrahalaya, Patna was established in 1967 to preserve and showcase the history of Mahatma Gandhi's activities in Bihar, particularly the Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 which was Gandhi's first satyagraha in India. The museum documents his visits to Patna and Bihar and his role in India's independence movement through archival photographs, documents and personal items.
Culture & Context
The museum serves as a cultural and educational centre promoting Gandhian principles of truth, non-violence and satyagraha. It is an important memorial institution in Bihar for students, researchers and visitors interested in Gandhi's life, philosophy and legacy in the region.
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