Short article writing on the topic ‘Importance of Independence Day (15th August, 1947)’ in English Language for Students’ Exams
The 15th of August, 1947, is a red letter day in the Indian History. On this day India won its independence from Britishers. It has a special meaning for the countrymen. It reminds us of the sacrifice and suffering that the freedom fighters had to undergo for winning our freedom. Mahatma Gandhi also known as Ganjdhi ji played a vital role in bringing freedom to India. He instilled a sense of patriotism into the heart of his countrymen (Indian People). A number of great men like Motilal Nehru, C.R. Dass, Jawaharlal Nehru, Rajendra Prasad, Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, and many other joined Gandhiji. As a result the 20th century saw the great struggle for freedom.
The Non-Violent Non-Cooperation Movement and Quit India Movement started by Mahatma Gandhi shook the foundations of the British Empire in India. All the means resorted to by the British failed to crush these movements. The Indian people faced bullets and batons like brave people. All the great leaders were put behind the bars (in jails). Many types of brutal tortures were inflicted on them but their spirit could not be cooled down, and they were continued to fight for the freedom of the country. Finally Gandhiji raised the slogan ‘Do or Die’ (‘Karo Ya Maro’ in Hindi) and the whole nation rose in rebellion against the British rule in India. The Britishers had to hand over power to the people of the India on the 15th of August 1947. Thus ended the British rule. This day is celebrated with great pomp and happiness every year as the Indian Independence Day. It brings for us responsibilities and a message that we should be vigilant to safeguard our hard-won freedom.
