India's struggle for independence

India's struggle for independence, spanning from the late 19th century to 1947, was a movement against British colonial rule. It involved various leaders and organizations advocating for self-rule and rights. Key figures included Mahatma Gandhi, who promoted nonviolent resistance, and Jawaharlal Nehru, who sought political reform. The struggle intensified after World War I, leading to widespread protests, the formation of the Indian National Congress, and the Quit India Movement in 1942. After years of negotiation and unrest, India achieved independence on August 15, 1947, resulting in the partition into two nations: India and Pakistan.