- He was honored on a British stamp in 1969 to mark the centenary of his birth. - This was a significant gesture acknowledging his historical importance and influence, despite his role in the Indian independence movement against British rule.
Who was the first foreigner to feature on a British stamps?
Asked in APPSC Gazated Posts 2012 · Topic: Major World Leaders and Movements in Modern History (Decolonization leaders and nationalist movements in Asia and Africa)
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Answer: A. Mahatma Gandhi
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