Purna Swaraj facts for kids
Purna Swaraj means "total independence." It was a very important idea for India. This idea said that India should be completely free. It should not be ruled by the British Empire anymore.
The idea of Purna Swaraj was written down by the Indian National Congress. This was a big group working for India's freedom. They wrote this important document on December 19, 1929. This happened at a meeting in a city called Lahore.
The Purna Swaraj declaration was officially announced on January 26, 1930. This date became very special. It is one main reason why January 26 is now India's Republic Day. On this day, India celebrates its own constitution and being a republic.
What Was Purna Swaraj?
Purna Swaraj was a declaration, like a public statement. It clearly stated that India wanted full freedom. Before this, many Indian leaders wanted "self-rule." This meant they wanted to govern themselves but still be part of the British Empire. Purna Swaraj changed that. It demanded complete separation from British control.
Why Was Total Independence Important?
The British Empire had ruled India for a long time. Many Indians felt this rule was unfair. They wanted to make their own laws and decisions. The Purna Swaraj declaration was a strong message. It told the world that India would not settle for anything less than total freedom.
Scholars, like Mithi Mukherjee, say this document was key to India's independence. It showed that freedom was not just about power. It was also about fairness and justice for all Indian people. The declaration was about 750 words long. It helped inspire many people to join the fight for freedom.
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