Who gave the title “Bapu” to Mahatma Gandhi? [IAS Questions & Answers at BYJU’S]

Bapu” was the title given to Mahatma Gandhi by Subhash Chandra Bose on 6th July 1944.

This title was given on his address through Singapore Radio as condolence on the demise of Gandhi’s wife, Kasturba Gandhi.

The word “Bapu” refers to “Father”.

Gandhi is also known as “Mahatma” and “Father of the Nation”. The title “Mahatma” was awarded to him by Rabindranath Tagore.

Subhas Chandra Bose

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Addressed as “Netaji”, he is one of the greatest freedom fighters in Indian history.
An active participant in the Salt Satyagraha in 1930, he also stood for Swaraj or complete freedom, and founded a new party,” Forward Bloc”.
He initiated the ‘Dilli Chalo’ movement on November 25.
He won the presidential elections in Haripura and Tripuri.’Azad Hind Fauj’ government was also formed under Subhash Chandra Bose.
Known as the “Bengal Tiger”, his birthday is celebrated as “Parakram Diwas” on January 23rd.

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