Ismail Ahmed Cachalia
Ismail Ahmed Cachalia (1908-2003), popularly known as Moulvi, was a South African political activist and a leader of Transvaal Indian Congress and the African National Congress. He was one of the leaders of the Indian Passive Resistance Campaign of 1946 and the Defiance Campaign in 1952. The Government of India awarded the fourth highest Indian civilian honour of Padma Shri in 1977.
Ismail Ahmed Cachalia | |
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| Born | 5 December 1908 Transvaal, South Africa |
| Died | 8 August 2003 (aged 94) Bethal, Mpumalanga, South Africa |
| Resting place | Bethal, Mpumalanga, South Africa |
| Other names | Moulvi |
| Occupation | Political activist |
| Years active | 1931-1972 |
| Known for | Anti apartheid activism |
| Spouse | Rabia |
| Children | 5 children |
| Parent(s) | Sheth Ahmad Mohammad Cachalia Khatija |
| Awards | Padma Shri World Peace Council Prize |
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