Indian Freedom Struggle

Essays

When Lala Lajpat Rai Bombed Mohandas Gandhi’s Politics of Ahimsa

When Lala Lajpat Rai Bombed Mohandas Gandhi’s Politics of Ahimsa

Excerpts from a 1916 essay written by Lala Lajpat Rai blasting Mohandas Gandhi's new doctrine of non-violent resistance against evil.

Niranjan Pal’s Passionate Appeal for Showcasing the Glory of Indian Culture through Cinema

Niranjan Pal’s Passionate Appeal for Showcasing the Glory of Indian Culture through Cinema

In a 1913 essay of great historical and cultural value, the pioneering Indian filmmaker, Niranjan Pal elaborates his vision for using the emerging medium of cinema to showcase the best aspects of Indian culture. Niranjan Pal was the son of the great freedom fighter, Bipan Chandra Pal.

The Civilisational Wisdom of Sri Dharampal: Excerpts from an Interview

The Civilisational Wisdom of Sri Dharampal: Excerpts from an Interview

Some extracts from the invaluable insights given by Sri Dharampal in an interview to Dr. S.R. Ramaswamy

Bahadur Shah Zafar: The Last Mughal who was also the Last Great Traitor

Bahadur Shah Zafar: The Last Mughal who was also the Last Great Traitor

The story of how Bahadur Shah Zafar, the last Mughal, intrigued with the British to sabotage the First War of Indian Independence in 1857

Opening the Communist Death Vault: An Introduction

Opening the Communist Death Vault: An Introduction

An introduction to the dark and violent history and legacy of Communism in India

Revisiting the Radio Station in Rang De Basanti: A Case Study in Bollywood Communist Propaganda

Revisiting the Radio Station in Rang De Basanti: A Case Study in Bollywood Communist Propaganda

A comprehensive critique of the 2006 Hindi film, "Rang De Basanti" as a vehicle of Communist propaganda

This Attitude of Nehru's Government has Inspired Christian Missionaries with Confidence in the Indian Constitution: A Jesuit Speaks Out

This Attitude of Nehru's Government has Inspired Christian Missionaries with Confidence in the Indian Constitution: A Jesuit Speaks Out

How Jawaharlal Nehru's lifelong obsession for seeking validation from the White Man enabled large scale conversion activity by Christian missionaries in India

The Last Will, Testament, and Warning of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya to the Sanatana Society and Civilisation

The Last Will, Testament, and Warning of Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya to the Sanatana Society and Civilisation

Part 1: The Consequences of Ignoring Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya’s Warning: A Preface October 26 1946. Exactly twelve days before he uncoiled his earthly bonds, Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya delivered a Sanatana or eternal message to the Sanatana society. In reality, it was his last civilisational will, testament and

Remembering Acharya Ramesh Chandra Majumdar: A Century of Spotless Scholarship and Inspiration

Remembering Acharya Ramesh Chandra Majumdar: A Century of Spotless Scholarship and Inspiration

Remembering R.C. Majumdar, one of India's greatest gifts to the world of historical scholarship

Luminaries of the Modern Indian Renaissance: Or a Commentary on  Our Civilisational Amnesia

Luminaries of the Modern Indian Renaissance: Or a Commentary on Our Civilisational Amnesia

When we reminisce about the Indian freedom movement, the year 1858 is a turning point of sorts. That was the year when the control of India passed from the East India Company to the British Crown. From 1858 onwards, for roughly 50 years, a gradual, steady and in many cases,

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