10. Mahatma Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi’s nonviolent crusade inspired millions, yet his private experiments with celibacy and controversial sleeping arrangements with young women were largely hidden during his lifetime, sparking complex debates on his personal philosophy. Gandhi conducted these experiments to test his commitment to brahmacharya, or celibacy, by sleeping in close proximity to young women, including his grandnieces Manu and Abha, to assess his ability to maintain abstinence. These practices have been subjects of ethical scrutiny and debate regarding their appropriateness and impact (theguardian.com).
