Independence Movements in India

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to the independence movements in India.

Self-Ruling Sovereignty

The desire of Indians to govern themselves and have their own representatives.

Two-Land Theory

A theory that Hindus and Muslims in India should have separate dominant land masses, a major premise for the creation of Pakistan.

Caste System

A system that divided Indian society into social classes with specific jobs.

Muslim Organizations

An organization created by Muslims to advocate for their political interests in India.

WWII Conflict with Hindus

A movement during WWII where Hindu leaders resigned from their positions to protest British rule.

Quit India Movement

A movement led by Gandhi demanding the British leave India.

Bengal Partition

The division of Bengal that caused public upset and strained relations between Muslims and Hindus.

Swadesi

Protests and boycotts of British goods like sugar and clothes.

Gandhi's Non-Violent Methods

Non-violent methods employed by Gandhi, including boycotts, protests, and civil disobedience.

National Song of India

A poem by Rabindranath Tagore that became part of India's National Song.

Impactful Protest

Gandhi's strategy of influencing political change through non-violent resistance.

Spun Wheel

The device Gandhi promoted for making one's own clothing.

April 13, 1919 Peace Protest

An event on April 13, 1919, where British troops killed almost 400 people during a peace protest.