India’s struggle for freedom spanned decades with nationalist movements, non violent protests and armed rebellions, ultimately leading to independence from British rule on August 15, 1947.

Overview – 

1. Early nationalist movements (1885-1905) saw the emergence of Indian National Congress (INC) led by Dadabhai Naoroji, Gopal Krishna Gokhale and Bal Gangadhar Tilak, who advocated for Indian rights and self rule.
2. The Non Cooperation Movement (1920-1922) led by Mahatma Gandhi involved boycotting British goods, law courts and institutions with events like the Chauri Chaura incident.
3. The Salt March (1930) was a 24 day walk led by Mahatma Gandhi from Ahmedabad to Dandi, protesting the British salt tax, defying colonial laws.
4. The Quit India Movement (1942) led by Mahatma Gandhi demanded immediate independence, sparking widespread protests, strikes and arrests with slogans like “Do or Die” echoing nationwide.
5. The Indian Independence Act (1947) was passed by the British Parliament, granting India independence with Jawaharlal Nehru as the first Prime Minister on August 15, 1947.