Indian National MOvements
Preface A Defining Moment in India’s social History Many events in India’s independence struggle carry as important moral weight and political complexity as…
In 1930, a 61-year-old man walked 241 miles to the sea to pick up a handful of salt — and shook the foundations…
When most Americans think about India’s independence movement, Mahatma Gandhi’s non-violent civil disobedience tends to dominate the narrative. But beneath the surface of…
The Split in Bengal’s Congress Leadership During the third decade of the twentieth century, Bengal’s Congress leadership divided into two factions—one led by…
Understanding India’s Revolutionary Movement When we think about India’s fight for independence, Mahatma Gandhi’s peaceful protests usually come to mind first. But there…
Understanding Left-Wing Politics Left-wing politics refers to political parties and ideologies that seek to transform society by promoting greater economic equality. The left-wing…
Introduction The period between 1922 and 1925 marked a critical juncture in India’s independence struggle. Following the suspension of the Non-Cooperation Movement, Indian…
Introduction to the Khilafat and Non-Cooperation Movements Between 1919 and 1922, two powerful mass movements emerged against British authority in India: the Khilafat…
Mahatma Gandhi’s return to India marked a pivotal chapter in the Indian independence movement. At 46, this iconic leader came back from South…