India’s Freedom Struggle and Beyond

India’s Freedom Struggle and Beyond provides an in-depth exploration of India’s long and multifaceted journey to independence and its subsequent nation-building efforts. Beginning with the early resistances against colonial rule, including the Revolt of 1857 and the rise of socio-religious reform movements, the book traces the growth of nationalism through the Indian National Congress, Swadeshi movement, and revolutionary activities.
It offers detailed insights into key phases such as the Gandhian era, Civil Disobedience, Quit India Movement, and the contributions of diverse leaders including Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Patel, Subhas Chandra Bose, and countless unsung heroes. The narrative also highlights the role of women, peasants, and marginalized communities in shaping the independence movement.
Beyond independence, the book examines the challenges of partition, constitution-making, and democratic consolidation, as well as India’s efforts in economic planning, foreign policy, and social transformation in the post-1947 period.
Combining historical depth with analytical clarity, this text serves as an essential resource for students of history, political science, and cultural studies. It not only recounts India’s struggle for freedom but also reflects on how the ideals of that struggle continue to shape the nation’s identity, governance, and vision for the future.