Mahatma Gandhi (1869 - 1948)
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Based on what I have read, I believe Gandhi was a 9/9 type leader. He cared not only the outcome of his efforts but also the people. His non-violent approach in solving conflicts was a good indication that he did not try to achieve results with all costs. He was not a task leader. He cared about people, young and old, rich and poor. He cared about the so-called untouchables. He fought for the freedom of these discriminated.

He integrated the needs of people with the efforts to achieve them. He was a true leader in the sense that he set the vision and influenced his followers. With his every goals, he had people's needs in mind. As a great leader, he had been always among his people even to the moment of his death.

Some has blamed him on the division of India and Pakistan as he chose not to have flights between Hindus and Moslems although his goal was to unify India. His leadership style would not let him to put his task for the freedom  and unity of India superior to the people he cared, both Hindus and Moslems. When facing the conflicts, Gandhi choose fasting, a suffering on himself rather than anyone else to end the conflicts non-violently.
"Your character must be above suspicion and you must be truthful and self controlled."
                - Mahatma Gandhi
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