The Dark Massacre : Jallianwala Bagh
The Jallianwala Bagh incident, which is also known as the Amritsar Massacre. This incident is a disastrous event in India’s history that occurred on April 13, 1919. It was a cruel act of violence committed by the British colonial government against peaceful protesters in Amritsar, Punjab. The incident is considered as one of the darkest days in India’s struggle for independence. However it became a turning point for India’s freedom too. In this article, we will take a closer look at what happened during the Jallianwala Bagh incident.
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| Jallianwala bagh Incident |
The story behind Jallianwala Bagh incident:
In 1919, India was under British government’s rule, and Indians were demanding greater political representation and independence from the British Empire. As part of this movement, a protest was organized in Amritsar on April 13, 1919. The motive of this protest is to demand the release of two Indian leaders who had been arrested by the British authorities. The protesters were led by a powerful Indian leader named Dr. Saifuddin Kitchlew and were joined by thousands of people, including men, women, and children.
The Incident:
The protesters gathered at Jallianwala Bagh, which is a public garden that was surrounded by high walls with only one narrow entrance. The British military, led by General Reginald Dyer, arrived at the site and ordered the crowd to disperse. However, the protesters did not have any means to leave the ground as the entrance was blocked by the military.
Without warning, General Dyer ordered his troops to open fire on the unarmed and peaceful crowd. The firing continued for ten minutes, during which time more than 1,000 rounds of ammunition were fired. Many people were killed instantly. While others were injured and left to die. The victims included men, women, and children, and many of them were shot in the back as they tried to escape.
Consequences :
The Jallianwala Bagh incident caused outrage among Indians, and it was widely condemned both within India and internationally. The British government initially defended General Dyer’s actions, but later he was relieved of his duties and forced to retire.
The incident had far-reaching consequences and played a significant role in India’s struggle for independence.
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| Non-violence movement |
It galvanized the Indian independence movement, and many Indians became more committed to the cause of independence. It also led to a wider movement of non-cooperation against the British colonial government. This incident led to the formation of Congress Government.
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| The formation Congress party |
Conclusion:
The Jallianwala Bagh incident was a horrific event in India’s history that showed the brutality of British colonialism. The incident sparked a movement for independence and a desire for freedom that ultimately led to India’s independence in 1947. The Jallianwala Bagh massacre is a reminder of the struggle and sacrifices of those who fought for India’s independence and the importance of never forgetting our history.
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