Introduction The Gandhian phase of the Indian national movement, roughly spanning from 1915 to 1947, represents one of the most dynamic and transformative periods in India’s freedom struggle. Mahatma Gandhi’s entry into Indian politics revolutionized the nature, direction, and spirit of the nationalist movement. His leadership not only united people across regions, castes, classes, and…
Introduction The Indian freedom struggle was not merely a political battle against British imperialism; it was a comprehensive movement for moral, social, and economic regeneration. Among the towering figures of India’s independence movement, Mahatma Gandhi stands out as a visionary who sought to achieve swaraj (self-rule) not just through political defiance but also through constructive…
The Non-Cooperation Movement (1920-1922) was one of the most significant mass movements in India’s struggle for independence against British rule. Led by Mahatma Gandhi, the movement aimed at resisting British colonial oppression through non-violent means. It was a direct response to the betrayal of Indian expectations after World War I, the oppressive Rowlatt Act (1919),…
The Non-Cooperation Movement (1920-1922) was a significant chapter in India’s struggle for independence, initiated under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi. It called for a boycott of British institutions and promoted the use of indigenous goods and self-reliance. Uttar Pradesh, then known as the United Provinces, played a pivotal role in the movement due to its…