The independence movements in South Asia paved the way for decolonization from "summary" of South Asia in World History by Marc Jason Gilbert
The independence movements in South Asia were instrumental in setting the stage for decolonization in the region. These movements, characterized by widespread protests, civil disobedience, and acts of resistance, were driven by a strong sense of nationalism and a desire for self-determination. South Asia, under British colonial rule for nearly two centuries, faced various challenges including economic exploitation, cultural suppression, and political marginalization. The people of South Asia, however, were not passive recipients of colonial rule; they actively resisted and challenged the British authority through organized movements and campaigns. One of the most significant independence movements in South Asia was the Indian independence movement led by figures such as Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Subhas Chandra Bose. Through nonviolent protests, boycotts, and civil disobedie...
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