💨 Abstract

The book "The Other Mohan" by Amrita Shah explores the pass burning incident in Gandhi's South African Satyagraha, focusing on the story of her great-grandfather Mohanlal, an aspiring interpreter who participated in the protest. The book delves into the circumstances that led to the Black Law and provides a fresh perspective on the event, highlighting the story of opportunism and enterprise in the Indian Ocean diaspora.

Courtesy: theprint.in