Mahatma Gandhi
In July 1918, Gandhi admitted that he could not persuade even one individual to enlist for the world war.
"So far I have not a single recruit to my credit apart," Gandhi wrote. He added: "They object
because they fear to die."
Hasrat Mohani
"Hasrat Mohani" was the first person in Indian History who demanded 'Complete Independence', at
the 1929
session of the Indian National Congress.
Constituent Assembly of India
The Constituent Assembly of India met for its fifth session at 11 pm on 14 August in the Constitution
Hall in New Delhi. Jawaharlal Nehru delivered the Tryst with Destiny speech proclaiming India's
independence.
India's independence on August 15, 1947, marked a significant moment in history as it ended nearly 200 years of
British colonial rule. The struggle for freedom was characterized philosophy of "Satyagraha" or truth and
nonviolence inspired mass movements across the country.
