Young India - Lajpat Rai, Lala
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The book reflects the study of the nationalist movement in India by veteran freedom fighter and our foremost leader Lala Lajpat Rai. It covers India from 1757 to 1857 A.D. and then from the mutiny of 1857 to 1905 A.D. It was revised further by the author to the happenings up to the year 1915. It gives a detailed account of the socio-economic condition and the spread of awakening for freedom among the masses. It decimates the arguments of British colonialism of having a welfare state in India. It is an important tool for the study of Indian independence. A great read for the current generation by one of the tallest freedom fighters of India.…mehr

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The book reflects the study of the nationalist movement in India by veteran freedom fighter and our foremost leader Lala Lajpat Rai. It covers India from 1757 to 1857 A.D. and then from the mutiny of 1857 to 1905 A.D. It was revised further by the author to the happenings up to the year 1915. It gives a detailed account of the socio-economic condition and the spread of awakening for freedom among the masses. It decimates the arguments of British colonialism of having a welfare state in India. It is an important tool for the study of Indian independence. A great read for the current generation by one of the tallest freedom fighters of India.
Autorenporträt
Lala Lajpat Rai, revered as the 'Lion of Punjab', was not only a prominent nationalist leader in India's struggle for freedom but also an esteemed author and thinker. Born on January 28, 1865, in Dhudike, Punjab, Rai's patriotic zeal was matched by his scholarly pursuits. Earning a law degree from Government College in Lahore, Rai's intellectual interests led him to delve into the socio-political analysis of not just India, but also other nations. His prolific writing includes the well-regarded book 'Young India', a trenchant critique of British colonial policies and a spirited defense of Indian nationalism. Rai's literary style is characterized by its assertiveness and its clear, persuasive appeal for India's right to sovereignty. Sometimes academic in tone, Rai's writings are nonetheless accessible, reflecting his commitment to educating and mobilizing the Indian public. Throughout his works, Rai's foresight and deep understanding of the socio-political dynamics of the time are evident, making his contributions to Indian literature invaluable to both scholars and general readers interested in the country's history and the broader struggle for independence. Sadly, Rai's life was cut short; he died on November 17, 1928, following injuries sustained during a protest against the Simon Commission. His legacy, however, endures both through his socio-political activism and his literary contributions.