Narayan Apte
Indian activist and Gandhi's assassin
Born
1911
115 years ago
Died
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
India
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Involved in political activities during the Indian independence movement, played a significant role in the conspiracy to assassinate Mahatma Gandhi. Apte was motivated by ideological beliefs that aligned with right-wing nationalism. Following Gandhi's assassination in January 1948, Apte was arrested, tried, and sentenced to death. He was executed in November 1949.
Assassinated Mahatma Gandhi
Participated in the conspiracy to murder
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