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Delhi University’s Role in the Quit India Movement

Context

On August 8, 1942, Mahatma Gandhi delivered his famous 'Do or Die' speech in Bombay, marking the beginning of the Quit India Movement, a pivotal moment in India's struggle for independence. Delhi University (DU) played a significant role in this movement.

The Roots of Activism in DU

Early Activism at DU
- University Relocation: Delhi University moved to its current site in the 1930s, with notable faculty appointments like VKRV Rao and DS Kothari.
- Student Engagement: The All India Students' Federation (AISF) and leaders like Subhas Chandra Bose significantly increased student activism at DU.
Student Protests
- Major Strikes: Following the arrest of Congress leaders, students from St. Stephen’s and Hindu College organized a march. IP College students scaled gates to join the protests.
- Nationalist Campaigns: Students participated in demonstrations, supported Khadi promotion, and helped distribute anti-British literature.

Fact Box: Quit India Movement

The Quit India Movement was initiated on August 8, 1942 during the All India Congress Committee session in Bombay (now Mumbai). The Quit India Resolution demanded the immediate end of British rule in India.
- The movement was based on non-violent civil disobedience.
Backdrop: The movement emerged after the failure of the Cripps Mission in March 1942, which sought Indian support during World War II.
Leadership
- Key Leader: Mahatma Gandhi led the movement with his famous call, “Do or Die.”
- Key Figures Arrested: Immediately following the movement’s launch, Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and other leaders were arrested.
The British government responded with severe measures including arrests, censorship, and the use of force against protesters.
The movement led to widespread strikes, protests, and acts of civil disobedience across the country.

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10th August 2024 (9 Topics)

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Delhi University’s Role in the Quit India Movement

The Roots of Activism in DU

Fact Box: Quit India Movement

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GS Analyst: Daily Current Affairs

Delhi University’s Role in the Quit India Movement

The Roots of Activism in DU

Fact Box: Quit India Movement

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