Anandamath

"Anandamath" is a Bengali novel written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in the late 19th century. It is set against the backdrop of the Sannyasi Rebellion in Bengal and features themes of nationalism, spirituality, and resistance against oppression. The story revolves around a group of ascetics who rise against British rule. One of its notable contributions is the inclusion of the hymn "Vande Mataram," which later became a rallying cry for India's independence movement. The novel is significant in Indian literature and cultural history for its portrayal of the struggle for freedom and the idea of the motherland.