Dr. K. B. Hedgewar

Dr. K. B. Hedgewar was an Indian physician and nationalist leader who founded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in 1925. The RSS is a voluntary organization aimed at promoting Indian culture, solidarity, and national identity. Hedgewar's work focused on uniting Hindus and fostering cultural pride amidst British colonial rule. His leadership emphasized discipline, service, and patriotism, laying the foundation for organizations that influence Indian social and political life today. He is remembered as a key figure in the Indian independence movement and in shaping the ideological framework for affiliates of the Hindu nationalist movement.