Social Science · Class 4
Freedom Struggle
Learn Freedom Struggle with notes, examples, and practice questions.
4 sections15–25 min read6 MCQs · 2 examples
Chapter Overview
India's freedom struggle spanned nearly two centuries — from resistance to British rule through the Revolt of 1857, Congress-led movements, Gandhi's mass campaigns, and independence on 15 August 1947.
Early Resistance
- 1757: Battle of Plassey — British political control
- 1857 Revolt: sepoys, peasants, rulers — First War of Independence
- Leaders: Mangal Pandey, Rani Lakshmibai, Bahadur Shah Zafar
National Movement
- 1885: Indian National Congress founded
- 1905: Swadeshi and Boycott — Partition of Bengal
- 1919: Jallianwala Bagh; Rowlatt Satyagraha
- 1930: Dandi March; Civil Disobedience Movement
Road to Independence
- 1942: Quit India Movement
- Subhas Chandra Bose and INA
- 1947: Independence and Partition; Republic 1950
Solved Examples
Step-by-step solutions — read each step before checking the final answer.
1857
Why is 1857 called the First War of Independence?
- 1Wide uprising against British rule
- 2Involved soldiers, peasants, rulers
- 3First major pan-India challenge
Answer
First large-scale revolt against British authority
Dandi March
Aim of Dandi March (1930)?
- 1Protest against salt monopoly and tax
- 2Gandhi walked 240 miles to make salt
- 3Symbol of defying unjust law
Answer
Break salt law and inspire civil disobedience
Key Points to Remember
- ✓ British rule began with trade, became political dominance
- ✓ Gandhian movements used non-violence and mass participation
- ✓ Many leaders sacrificed for freedom
- ✓ Independence came with partition
Exam Tips
- • Timeline 1857–1947 with five events
- • Name two leaders of 1857 revolt
- • Explain Swadeshi
Practice MCQs — Freedom Struggle
Test your understanding with topic-wise multiple choice questions. Explanations appear after each answer.
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Revolt of 1857 began at: