Indian independence movement
Struggle for India's freedom from British rule
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The Indian independence movement was a series of events and efforts aimed at ending British colonial rule in India. It culminated in independence in 1947.
Key Events
- Indian Rebellion of 1857
- Formation of the Indian National Congress (1885)
- Non-Cooperation Movement (1920–1922)
- Quit India Movement (1942)
Notable Leaders
Legacy
The movement inspired other anti-colonial struggles and marked the beginning of India's self-governance.