1. Gandhiji took many steps to restore communal harmony in the country after the turmoil of partition of the country.

2. Gandhiji was the follower of non-violence. He was convinced that it could change the heart of people.

3. Gandhiji moved from the villages of Nab Khali (West Bengal) then visited villages in Bihar. He visited to the slum areas in Delhi and Calculta.

4. Everywhere he visited, stopped Hindus and muslims from killing each other. He took heroic steps to stop communal violence. Gandhiji assured protection to all members of minority communities.

5. Gandhiji went to East Bengal in Oct 1946, Muslims were killing the minority Hindus where he persuaded the local muslims to quarantee safety of Hindus. He behaved as the mediator between the Hindus and the Muslims.

6. He developed mutual trust and confidence between the Hindus and the Muslims. He exorted – the people of Delhi on 28 Nov. 1947 to protect all the Muslims.

7. Gandhiji started his fast to bring a change of heart. Hindus, Sikhs and others observed fast along with Gandhiji. Its effect was very deepened. He strengthened Hindu-Muslim unity even sacrificed his life.