7 iconic moments from India's freedom struggle

A journey through defining moments that shaped India’s path to independence. Swipe to witness

The rebellion of 1857, also called the Sepoy Mutiny, marked the first major uprising against British rule.

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The INC became the political platform that united leaders and mobilized the masses for independence.

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Led by Mahatma Gandhi, this movement urged Indians to boycott British goods, institutions, and honors.

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Gandhi’s 240-mile Salt March protested the British salt tax, becoming a global symbol of non-violent resistance.

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With “Do or Die” as its slogan, this movement demanded an immediate end to British rule in India.

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Bose’s Indian National Army aimed to liberate India by force, inspiring millions with his call “Give me blood, and I will give you freedom.”

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On August 15, 1947, India finally gained freedom, with Jawaharlal Nehru delivering the historic “Tryst with Destiny” speech.

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A journey through defining moments that shaped India’s path to independence. Swipe to witness

The rebellion of 1857, also called the Sepoy Mutiny, marked the first major uprising against British rule.

First War of independance (1857)

The INC became the political platform that united leaders and mobilized the masses for independence.

Formation of INC (1885)

Led by Mahatma Gandhi, this movement urged Indians to boycott British goods, institutions, and honors.

Non-Cooperation Movement (1920)

Gandhi’s 240-mile Salt March protested the British salt tax, becoming a global symbol of non-violent resistance.

Dandi March (1930)

With “Do or Die” as its slogan, this movement demanded an immediate end to British rule in India.

Quit India movement (1942)

Bose’s Indian National Army aimed to liberate India by force, inspiring millions with his call “Give me blood, and I will give you freedom.”

INA and Subhas Chandra Bose

On August 15, 1947, India finally gained freedom, with Jawaharlal Nehru delivering the historic “Tryst with Destiny” speech.

Independance Day (1947)