The front represents the portrait of Gandhi, born October 2, 1869 in Porbandar, India, is an emblematic figure of the struggle for the independence of India against British domination, advocating non-violence (Ahimsa) and passive resistance (Satyagraha). After studying law in London and a significant experience of discrimination in South Africa, he returned to India in 1915 and became an influential leader of the Indian National Congress. He organized movements of non-cooperation and civil disobedience, such as the Salt March in 1930 and the Quit India movement in 1942, to weaken colonial rule. Gandhi promotes economic self-sufficiency (Swadeshi) and the well-being of all (Sarvodaya). Assassinated on January 30, 1948 by a Hindu nationalist, he left a lasting legacy, inspiring world leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela.
The front shows the Sanchi Stupa, located in Madhya Pradesh, India, is a remarkable Buddhist monument dating from the 3rd century BCE, built during the reign of Emperor Ashoka. It is distinguished by its large semi-spherical structure in bricks and stones, decorated with richly carved porticos which illustrate scenes from the life of the Buddha and symbolic motifs. The complex also includes monasteries (vihara) and prayer halls (chaitya), reflecting the historical and artistic importance of the site in the history of Buddhism. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1989, the Sanchi Stupa is a key location for the study of ancient Buddhist architecture and art.