Iconic sites remembering India’s freedom struggle

Aug 7, 2024

By: Ayush Mehrotra

Jallianwala Bagh, Amritsar

A site of a tragic massacre on April 13, 1919, where British troops killed hundreds of unarmed Indians. It stands as a reminder of the sacrifices made during the struggle for independence.

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Sabarmati Ashram, Ahmedabad

This was one of Mahatma Gandhi's residences and a centre for India's freedom movement. It was from here that Gandhi launched the famous Dandi March in 1930.

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Cellular Jail, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Also known as "Kala Pani," this jail was used by the British to exile political prisoners. It is a symbol of the hardships faced by freedom fighters.

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Netaji Bhawan, Kolkata

Netaji Bhawan in Kolkata, a heritage house museum, honours Subhash Chandra Bose. He escaped house arrest, fled to Berlin, and later led the Indian National Army.

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Red Fort, Delhi

Red Fort, a symbol of anti-colonial resistance, became iconic after India's independence. Jawaharlal Nehru raised the national flag here on August 15, 1947, marking it a patriotic landmark.

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Chauri Chaura, Uttar Pradesh

The site of a violent incident in 1922 that led Mahatma Gandhi to call off the Non-Cooperation Movement. It symbolises the intense passion and sacrifices of the Indian people.

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Mangal Pandey Park, Barrackpore

This park honours Mangal Pandey. Here, in 1857, he revolted against the East India Company. The site features a statue and memorialises the fight for independence.

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Victoria Memorial, Kolkata

While originally built to commemorate Queen Victoria, it now houses a museum with exhibits related to India's freedom struggle and British rule.

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