Indian Peasant Movements

Indian peasant movements refer to various struggles by rural farmers against oppressive practices, policies, and injustices, often linked to colonial land revenue systems, feudal landlords, or government policies. Significant movements include the Champaran Satyagraha (1917), where farmers protested against oppressive Indigo farming contracts, and the Bardoli Satyagraha (1928), against increased taxation. These movements highlighted issues like land rights, fair prices for crops, and social justice. They played a crucial role in India’s broader struggle for independence, as they mobilized peasants and raised awareness about their rights and grievances.