The Untold Story of India's Independence: Heroes of Freedom by FaceLess_World1

A key figure in the fight for the rights of the Dalit (formerly “untouchables”) community, Ambedkar was the chief architect of the Indian Constitution. He was a strong advocate for social equality and justice.

Key Movements and Events:

• 1857: The Indian Rebellion (or First War of Independence) marked the first large-scale resistance against British rule.
• 1885: The Indian National Congress was founded to voice Indian concerns and push for self-governance.
• 1905: The Partition of Bengal sparked a wave of protests and the rise of the Swadeshi Movement.
• 1919: The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, where British troops killed hundreds of unarmed protesters, intensified anti-colonial sentiments.
• 1947: India gained independence, leading to the Partition of India and Pakistan, accompanied by widespread violence and displacement.

These leaders and events shaped the course of India’s fight for independence, making it one of the most significant freedom struggles in history.