India’s Struggle for Independence by Bipan Chandra
“India’s Struggle for
Independence” by Bipan Chandra is a well-researched and comprehensive
account of India’s long and difficult struggle for independence from British
colonial rule. The book provides a detailed and nuanced view of the complex
historical events that shaped India’s path to independence, from the 1857
Revolt to the country’s independence in 1947.
The book is divided into several
sections, each covering a different period in India’s struggle for
independence. The first section covers the period from 1857 to 1905, during
which time India experienced a series of political, social, and economic
changes that laid the groundwork for the freedom struggle. The author describes
the Indian National Congress and its early efforts to gain self-rule, as well
as the various socio-religious reform movements that emerged during this time.
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The second section of the book
covers the period from 1905 to 1919, during which time the freedom struggle
gained momentum and began to take on a more organized and coordinated form. The
author covers the role of leaders such as Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Gopal Krishna
Gokhale, and Mahatma Gandhi, as well as the various campaigns and movements
that emerged during this time, including the Swadeshi movement, the
Non-Cooperation movement, and the Khilafat movement.
The third section of the book
covers the period from 1919 to 1939, during which time the freedom struggle
continued to gather strength and momentum. The author covers the various
movements and campaigns that emerged during this time, including the Civil
Disobedience movement, the Quit India movement, and the various peasant and
worker movements that emerged in different parts of the country. The author
also covers the role of various political parties and organizations, including
the Indian National Congress, the Muslim League, and the Hindustan Socialist Republican
Association.
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The fourth and final section of
the book covers the period from 1939 to 1947, during which time India
experienced significant political changes and upheavals. The author covers the
role of World War II in shaping India’s path to independence, as well as the
various negotiations and agreements that were reached between India and Britain
in the lead-up to independence. The author also covers the partition of India
and the violence and displacement that occurred during this time.
Throughout the book, the author
provides valuable insights into the socio-economic and political conditions
that prevailed in India during the colonial period and the ways in which these
conditions shaped the course of the freedom struggle. The author also goes beyond
the conventional narrative of the Indian National Congress and covers the role
of other nationalist organizations and leaders, such as the Muslim League, the
Hindustan Socialist Republican Association, and Subhas Chandra Bose, among
others.
In conclusion, “India’s
Struggle for Independence” by Bipan Chandra is an important and highly
informative book that provides a thorough and insightful account of India’s
freedom struggle. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of
India and the struggle for independence. The book’s comprehensive coverage,
nuanced analysis, and careful research make it an indispensable resource for
scholars, students, and general readers alike.
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