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The Many Streams of Nationalism: Diverse Contributions in the Gandhian Era

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…

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National Movement Since the 1920s

The National Movement Since the 1920s: The Rise of Ideological Diversity and Expansion of the Social Base

Introduction The Indian national movement underwent a remarkable transformation during the 1920s. Before this decade, the movement had largely been led by elite groups and was confined to urban centers, focusing primarily on constitutional reforms and moderate petitions to the British government. However, from the 1920s onward, the struggle for independence gained new dimensions —…

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