The Story of My Experiments with Truth · Character
Mahadeo Govind Ranade
A judge and social reformer who influenced Gandhi's early political views.
minor
Also known as Mahadeo Govind Ranade, Ranade
First appearance: part ii xxviii poona and madras
Mahadeo Govind Ranade's tie to Gopal Krishna Gokhale is one of the pressures that moves The Story of My Experiments with Truth—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
Gandhi meets Justice Ranade, who advises him to consult Sir Pherozeshah Mehta.
Mahadeo Govind Ranade first appears in 0055 part ii xxviii poona and madras.
With Gopal Krishna Gokhale (professional): Gokhale was a close protégé and admirer of Ranade, who mentored him in political and social reform work.
In Two Passions: Gandhi meets Justice Ranade, who advises him to consult Sir Pherozeshah Mehta.
Later, in A Month with Gokhale—I: Revered by Gokhale as a versatile genius; his authority is cited frequently, and his anniversary is observed.
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- Professional
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- Diverse associates and followers
- Protagonist
- Bombay political mentors
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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- Gopal Krishna Gokhale
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