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India’s Freedom Struggle and Quit India Movement-I

This blog explores India's Freedom Struggle, emphasizing Gandhi's controversial leadership in movements like Non-Cooperation and Quit India. Despite widespread admiration, his strategies, marked by abrupt decisions and strategic recalibrations, played complex roles in shaping India's quest for independence, raising questions about the overall impact of his 33-year-long leadership.

British colonial period, vintage map of India, Union Jack, Ashoka Chakra, Partition of India, Bengal Famine, historical collage, British imperialism, Indian culture, colonial legacy
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British Rule in India: A Blessing or a Curse?

Exploring the dual impacts of British rule in India, this blog navigates through the economic, social, and political changes from 1757 to 1947, culminating in a detailed discussion of the Partition's enduring consequences on India's fabric.

Calcutta Riots, 1926 Riots, colonial Calcutta, communal conflict, British Raj, street violence, historical event, mob clash, colonial police, urban chaos
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Riots in India Analyzed through Calcutta riots 1926

The Calcutta Riots of 1926 stand as a grim testament to the severe communal discord during the British Raj. Sparked on 15th July, these riots resulted in over a hundred deaths and countless injuries, deeply scarring the socio-political fabric of Calcutta. This blog delves into the historical context, key events, and long-lasting impacts of this dark chapter in India's history.

Rani Lakshmi Bai, Jhansi Ki Rani, Indian history, warrior queen, Indian Rebellion of 1857, historical painting, Peshva Museum Pune, women in history, Indian heroines, cultural heritage
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Rani Lakshmi Bai: The Steel Woman of India

Explore the life of Rani Lakshmi Bai, the Rani of Jhansi, who became a symbol of resistance against British colonial rule. Her leadership during the Indian Rebellion of 1857, marked by valiant battles and strategic brilliance, has immortalized her as an enduring icon of courage and the fight for independence in the face of overwhelming odds.