Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit (1900–1990) was a trailblazing Indian diplomat, politician, and a key figure in the country’s struggle for independence. Born into the prestigious Nehru-Gandhi family on August 18, 1900, in Allahabad, she was the sister of Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister. Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit played a crucial role in India’s political landscape during … Read more
The well-known Indian freedom leader Mahatma Gandhi’s second son was named Devdas Mohandas Gandhi. On May 22, 1900, he was born in South Africa. Devdas Gandhi played a supporting role in his father’s struggle for India’s independence from British colonial rule. He was actively involved in various campaigns and activities associated with the Indian freedom … Read more
The fourth and youngest son of Mahatma Gandhi is Ramdas Mohandas Gandhi, popularly referred to as Ramdas Bapu. On May 2, 1897, Ramdas Gandhi was born in South Africa. Where his father, Mahatma Gandhi, was active in the fight for the Indian community’s rights. Ramdas Gandhi followed in his father’s footsteps and was actively involved … Read more
Indian nationalist leader Subhas Chandra Bose was born on January 23, 1897, and he died on August 18, 1945. He was a key figure in the nation’s struggle for freedom from British colonial rule. The world knows Netaji, whose name means “Respected Leader” in Hindi, for implementing a cutting-edge strategy to ensure India’s independence. Born … Read more
A well-known Indian freedom fighter, Bhagat Singh was instrumental in the fight for Indian independence from British colonial control. Born on September 28, 1907, in Punjab, Singh grew up witnessing the oppressive British rule and became deeply involved in revolutionary activities at a young age. He joined several revolutionary organizations, including the Hindustan Republican Association, … Read more
Indian poet, philosopher, musician, artist, and polymath Rabindranath Tagore (1861–1941) was known for his Bengali writings. He is perhaps best known as the author of “Gitanjali,”. A collection of poems that earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913. Making him the first Asian to win a Nobel Prize. Tagore’s works spanned various genres, … Read more
Mangal Pandey, a crucial character in India’s war for independence, was instrumental in sparking the insurrection against British colonial rule. Born in 1827 in Uttar Pradesh, Pandey joined the British East India Company’s army and served as a sepoy (soldier). It was during his time in the army that he witnessed firsthand the injustices and … Read more
Bal Gangadhar Tilak, often hailed as the “Father of Indian Unrest,” was a multifaceted figure in the Indian independence movement. His fervent nationalism and uncompromising stance against British rule earned him a prominent place in Indian history. Tilak’s advocacy for Swaraj, or self-rule, resonated deeply with the masses, especially through his concept of “Swarajya is … Read more
Chandra Shekhar Azad was a well-known Indian freedom fighter who helped the country achieve independence from British colonial authority. He was born on July 23, 1906, in Bhavra village, present-day Alirajpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. Azad’s original name was Chandrashekhar Tiwari, and he adopted the pseudonym “Azad,” meaning “free” in several Indian languages, to … Read more
Rani Lakshmi Bai, also known as the Queen of Jhansi, is a revered figure in Indian history, particularly known for her role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Born as Manikarnika Tambe in 1828, she married the Maharaja of Jhansi, Raja Gangadhar Rao, and became the queen. Following her husband’s death and the subsequent annexation … Read more