From Science To Politics: 10 People Who Changed The World

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Zee Media Bureau
Jun 19, 2024

Albert Einstein

Albert Einstein reshaped our understanding of the universe with his theory of relativity, which fundamentally altered concepts of space, time, and energy.

Mahatma Gandhi

Known as Bapu, Mahatma Gandhi led India's nonviolent struggle for independence from British rule, advocating for civil disobedience and peaceful protest.

Martin Luther King Jr.

A key figure in the American civil rights movement, he promoted racial equality with nonviolent demonstrations, his well-known "I Have a Dream" speech, and his advocacy helped pass important laws.

Marie Curie

The first woman to win a Nobel Prize made history by receiving prizes in both physics and chemistry for her groundbreaking research on radioactivity.

Nelson Mandela

An anti-apartheid revolutionary and the first black president of South Africa. His efforts to dismantle apartheid and promote reconciliation made him a global symbol of peace and social justice.

Isaac Newton

A physicist and mathematician whose Principal Mathematical Rewritten established the principles of universal gravitation and classical mechanics. His theories of gravity and laws of motion transformed scientific understanding.

Leonardo da Vinci

Known for his mastery of art, his iconic paintings like the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, alongside his detailed anatomical studies and inventions, continue to inspire awe and admiration.

Rosa Parks

Refusing to give up her bus seat to a white passenger, she became a catalyst for the American civil rights movement. Her disobedience led to the Montgomery Bus Boycott and the eventual repeal of the segregation laws.

Steve Jobs

Co-founder of Apple Inc. and played a crucial role in revolutionizing personal computing, music, animation, phones, and tablet computing.

Mother Teresa

Founded the Missionaries of Charity after dedicating her life to helping the most impoverished people in Calcutta, India. She won a Nobel Peace Prize and gained an international reputation for her humanitarian efforts, compassion, and dedication.

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