Indian independence movement क्या है?
ऐतिहासिक पृष्ठभूमि
मुख्य प्रावधान
12 points- 1.
The movement was not monolithic. It encompassed various ideologies, from constitutionalism seeking reforms within the British system to revolutionary nationalism advocating for complete independence through armed struggle. For example, leaders like Gandhi championed non-violent civil disobedience, while others like Bhagat Singh believed in revolutionary means.
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Swaraj, meaning self-rule, was the central goal. However, interpretations of Swaraj varied. For some, it meant complete independence; for others, it meant dominion status within the British Commonwealth, similar to Canada or Australia at the time.
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Non-violent resistance (Satyagraha), popularized by Mahatma Gandhi, became a powerful tool. This involved peaceful protests, civil disobedience, and non-cooperation with the British administration. The Salt Satyagraha of 1930, where Gandhi and his followers marched to the sea to make salt in defiance of the British salt monopoly, is a prime example.
दृश्य सामग्री
Key Milestones of the Indian Independence Movement
This timeline covers major events from the late 19th century to India's independence, highlighting the diverse nature of the struggle.
भारतीय स्वतंत्रता संग्राम एक जटिल, बहुआयामी संघर्ष था जो दशकों तक चला, जिसमें अहिंसक सविनय अवज्ञा से लेकर क्रांतिकारी गतिविधियों तक विभिन्न रणनीतियों का इस्तेमाल किया गया। भगत सिंह, राजगुरु और सुखदेव जैसे लोगों के बलिदान, जनमत को जुटाने और ब्रिटिश राज पर दबाव बनाने में महत्वपूर्ण थे।
- 1857सिपाही विद्रोह (प्रथम स्वतंत्रता संग्राम)
- 1885भारतीय राष्ट्रीय कांग्रेस (आईएनसी) का गठन
- 1905बंगाल का विभाजन
- 1915-16महात्मा गांधी भारत लौटे; होमरूल आंदोलन को गति मिली
- 1920-22असहयोग आंदोलन
- 1928साइमन कमीशन का आगमन; भगत सिंह और साथियों ने सॉन्डर्स की हत्या की
- 1930सविनय अवज्ञा आंदोलन दांडी मार्च से शुरू हुआ; पूर्ण स्वराज की घोषणा
- 1931भगत सिंह, राजगुरु और सुखदेव को फांसी
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सामान्य प्रश्न
61. Many movements contributed to Indian Independence. What makes the Gandhian movement unique, and why is it so heavily emphasized in the UPSC syllabus?
The Gandhian movement's uniqueness lies in its emphasis on non-violent resistance (Satyagraha) as a mass mobilization tool. While revolutionary movements also played a role, Gandhi's approach mobilized a far wider segment of the population, including women and rural communities, making it a truly national movement. UPSC emphasizes it because it highlights the ethical and moral dimensions of the freedom struggle, the power of non-violent resistance, and its impact on shaping India's identity and values.
परीक्षा युक्ति
Remember that UPSC often frames questions around the effectiveness and limitations of Gandhian methods, especially in comparison to other approaches. Consider the social and economic context in which it operated.
2. Students often confuse the goal of 'Swaraj' with 'complete independence'. What's the crucial difference, and how has this confusion been reflected in past UPSC questions?
Swaraj, while meaning self-rule, initially encompassed a range of interpretations, including dominion status within the British Commonwealth (similar to Canada or Australia). Complete independence, on the other hand, meant a complete severance of ties with the British Empire. Early Congress leaders often advocated for Swaraj within the Empire, while later leaders pushed for complete independence. UPSC questions often test your understanding of the evolution of this demand and the different viewpoints within the movement.
