Kheda Satyagraha (1918)
Gujarat had faced droughts that resulted in crop failure in the early 20th century. Mohan Lal Pandey came to lead the no-tax campaign in the year 1917 and demanded remission from taxes paid by poor peasants even during bad harvests. The Campaign came to be joined by Gandhiji and ignited for him to start Satyagraha. Some of the great leaders like Indulal Yagnik and also Vallabbhai Patel had joined the Kheda Satyagraha.
Role of Mahatma Gandhi in Freedom Struggle
Role of Mahatma Gandhi in Freedom Struggle: The role of Mahatma Gandhi in the freedom struggle helped to shape Independence in India. The movements of Satyagraha and non-violent movements which were led by Mahatma Gandhi against British rule, played a very important role. He demanded a greater voice for Indians and also moved forward his satyagraha movement to start other important movements like Champaran, Bihar and later spread out throughout the country. Mahatma Gandhi jas led different movements for women’s empowerment, reduction of poverty, and untouchability, and for Swaraj.
In this article, we will learn about the role of Mahatma Gandhi in the freedom struggle, Champaran Satyagraha, Kheda Satyagraha, Ahmedabad mill strike, Non- cooperation movement, and civil disobedience movement in detail.
Table of Content
- Role of Mahatma Gandhi in the Freedom Struggle
- Activities Taken Up By Mahatma Gandhi in the Freedom Struggle
- Champaran Satyagraha (1917)
- Kheda Satyagraha (1918)
- Ahmedabad Mill Strike
- The Satyagraha Movement (1917-1918)
- Khilafat Movement (1919-1924)
- The Non-Cooperation Movement (1920)
- Civil Disobedience Movement (1930)
- The Quit India Movement