History is an important topic in UPSC IAS Prelims and Mains Exams. The event of Indian independence portrayed in Modern Indian history also has a prominent role in all competitive exams.
The Indian independence movement was a great movement by various people from nooks and corners of the country. They had sacrificed their lives and soul for the independence of their country. There are numerous freedom fighters in India who have fought against British rule. This easy table will help you remember the famous freedom fighters along with their notable contributions towards the Indian freedom fight.
| Freedom Fighter | Notable Activities/Events |
| Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi | Father of nation |
Civil rights activist in South Africa
Champaran and Kheda Satyagraha
He refused to accept the sovereignty of the British East India Company and waged war against them.
Founder of the All India Mahila Congress 1940
UPSC has asked many questions from the freedom fighter and their contributions. This portion in Modern Indian history is considered as an important topic for UPSC Prelims Examination.
Which one of the following observations is not true about the Quit India Movement of 1942? (UPSC IAS Prelims 2011)
Ans. Mahatma Gandhi is known as the Father of the Nation as he was one of the greatest freedom fighters and one of the key driving forces behind the independence of India.
Ans. A few of the greatest women freedom fighters of India are as follows:
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