Economic crises have historically had far-reaching effects, and the Great Depression of 1929 was no exception. Though it originated in the United States, the economic depression had global consequences, affecting colonies like India under British rule. As a colonial economy, India was deeply integrated into the global trade system but had little control over its…
The First War of Indian Independence in 1857, often referred to as the Sepoy Mutiny or the Revolt of 1857, marked a watershed moment in the history of India’s fight against British colonial rule. Uttar Pradesh, historically known as the United Provinces and Awadh, emerged as the epicenter of this rebellion. The warriors, peasants, and…
Baba Ramchandra, originally named Shridhar Balwant Jodhpurkar, was a prominent figure in India’s peasant movement during the colonial era. He is best known for his role in organizing and mobilizing farmers to fight against the oppressive zamindari system and exploitative landlords in the early 20th century. His efforts laid the foundation for a structured peasant…