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India Seeks Self-Rule

Explore the journey of India towards self-rule, from the end of World War I to its independence in 1949. Witness the rise of Indian nationalism under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi and the struggles faced during this period of political transformation.

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India Seeks Self-Rule

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  1. India Seeks Self-Rule The Rise of Indian Nationalism

  2. The end of World War and the resulting British weakness, leads to Indian Independence.

  3. World War I • Many Indians fight for British army and expect political equality when they return. • When Britain proposes only a few minor reforms, Indians demand independence

  4. 1918 The Rowlatt Act suppresses independence movement through denial of right to trial • 1919 Amritsar Massacre peaceful political protest ends in death of 400 and wounding of 1200 • India explodes in protest and violence

  5. Mohandas K. Gandhi arises as leader of Indian Independence movement • Known as Mahatma or “Great Soul” • Combines traditional Hindu philosophy with western political and religious beliefs

  6. Ahimsa- Hindu doctrine of non-violence that inspired Gandhi • Before Gandhi, most Indian National Congress members were Western-educated elites

  7. Gandhi united all classes of Indians • He rejected the caste system and its harsh treatment of untouchables

  8. Gandhi’s strategy of nonviolent revolution • “soul-force” v “body- force • Civil disobedience • Boycotts • Non-cooperation: taxes, elections, etc.

  9. Sit-down strikes • Hunger strikes • 1930-The Salt March -to stand against British oppression.

  10. 1935 Britain passes Government of Indian Act • India promised Home Rule • 1939-britain postpones independence and brings India into World War II. • Indian leaders outraged

  11. Tensions between Muslims and Hindus remain high • Full independence and partition waits until 1949

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