The Dandi March, or Salt Satyagraha, began on March 12, 1930, from the Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad and ended on April 6, 1930 at Dandi in Gujarat, as a non-violent protest against the British salt tax.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
Background:
Before the 1882 Salt Act, Indians could make salt from seawater without restriction. The British imposed the act, giving them a monopoly over salt production and charging heavy taxes on it, making it unaffordable for the poor.
Gandhi's Motivation:
Mahatma Gandhi launched the Dandi March as a nonviolent civil disobedience campaign against the unjust salt tax, which was a basic necessity for everyone.
The March:
Gandhi led a group of 78 followers on a 240-mile march to the coastal town of Dandi.
Breaking the Law:
On reaching Dandi, Gandhi and his followers made salt from sea water, thus breaking the British salt law and sparking mass civil disobedience.
Impact:
The Dandi March became a symbol of nonviolent resistance against colonial rule and played a crucial role in igniting the Civil Disobedience Movement, inspiring millions to participate in defying British laws.
Timeline:
March 12, 1930: Start of the Dandi March from Sabarmati Ashram.
April 5, 1930: Gandhi and his followers reached Dandi.
April 6, 1930: Breaking the salt law at Dandi.