India timeline

First indian war of independence

Apr 16, 1857

First indian war of independence

India comes under direct rule of the British crown after failed Indian mutiny.

Apr 16, 1858

India comes under direct rule of the British crown after failed Indian mutiny.

The indian National Congress is formed

Apr 16, 1885

The indian National Congress is formed

The rise of Gandhi

Apr 16, 1930

The rise of Gandhi

India gains independence

Aug 15, 1947

India gains independence

Mahatma Gandhi assassinated by Nathuram Godse.

Jul 16, 1948

Elections and government

Apr 16, 1952

First general elections; Congress government comes to power

The states are reorganized on a linguistic basis

Apr 16, 1956

War with Pakistan; ceasefire declared

Apr 16, 1965

Wars with Pakistan and liberation of Bangladesh

Apr 16, 1971

Wars with Pakistan and liberation of Bangladesh