What were the significant historical events that occurred in India during the British colonial rule

The question focuses on important historical events that took place in India under British colonial rule.
Under British colonial rule, several significant historical events took place in India. Here are some of the key events:
  • The Battle of Plassey in 1757 marked the beginning of the British East India Company's control over Bengal, establishing the foundation of British rule in India.
  • The Sepoy Mutiny in 1857, also known as the First War of Independence, was a major uprising against British rule. It fueled nationalist sentiments and eventually led to the formal start of direct British government control in India.
  • The establishment of the Indian National Congress in 1885 marked the beginning of organized political movements for independence.
  • The Partition of Bengal in 1905, which aimed to weaken local opposition, led to significant protests and political mobilization against British policies.
  • The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre in 1919, where British troops fired upon a peaceful gathering of Indians, intensified resentment towards British rule and sparked further nationalist movements.
  • Mahatma Gandhi's nonviolent resistance movement, known as Satyagraha, gained momentum in the 1920s and became pivotal in the fight for independence.
  • The Salt March in 1930, led by Gandhi, saw thousands of Indians protesting the British monopoly on salt production, showcasing the strength of the independence movement.
  • Partition and Independence in 1947 resulted in the division of British India into two separate countries - India and Pakistan - leading to widespread violence and mass migration.
These events played a crucial role in shaping India's struggle for independence from British colonial rule.
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