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Civil disobedience campaigns from "summary" of India's Struggle for Independence by Bipan Chandra,Mridula Mukherjee,Aditya Mukherjee,K N Panikkar,Sucheta Mahajan
Civil disobedience campaigns were a key strategy employed by the Indian National Congress during the struggle for independence. These campaigns involved non-violent resistance to British colonial rule through acts of civil disobedience such as boycotts, strikes, and protests. The goal of these campaigns was to challenge British authority and demand political rights for Indians. One of the most famous civil disobedience campaigns was the Salt Satyagraha led by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930. The campaign began with the famous Dandi March, where Gandhi and his followers marched to the coastal town of Dandi to make their own salt in defiance of British salt laws. This act of civil disobedience galvanized the Indian masses and inspired similar protests across the country. Civil disobedience campaigns were characterized by their non-violent nature and emphasis on moral and ethical principles. Gandhi believed in the power of satyagraha, or truth force, to bring about social and political change. By resisting unjust laws and policies through non-violent means, Indians sought to demonstrate their commitment to justice and freedom. The success of civil disobedience campaigns depended on the unity and discipline of the Indian people. Participants were expected to adhere to strict codes of conduct, including non-violence and self-discipline. Through collective action and sacrifice, Indians were able to challenge British authority and assert their rights as citizens. Despite facing repression and violence from the British authorities, civil disobedience campaigns continued to grow in scale and impact. The Salt Satyagraha, in particular, drew international attention to the Indian independence movement and put pressure on the British government to negotiate with Indian leaders.- Civil disobedience campaigns played a crucial role in India's struggle for independence by mobilizing the masses, challenging colonial rule, and asserting the moral authority of the Indian people. Through acts of non-violent resistance and collective action, Indians were able to make significant strides towards achieving self-rule and freedom from British imperialism.
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