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Refers to British rule over India, which officially started in 1612 after Mughal emporer Jahangir.
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The rebellion started in the town of Meerut and spread through India. The rebellion occured because of the British's brutal or unfair rule over India.
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He was one of the first leaders of Indian Nationalism and preeched to protest of British rule in a non-violent way.
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Founded by, most notably, A. Hume. It claimed to promote a great influence for educated Indians in the government.
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The goal of this organization was to promote modern education for Muslims. It turned to actually want to further Muslim rights instead.
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This protest was an important part of India's independence movement. It was headed by Gandhi and was based upon his non-violemt protests.
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Indians called for an immediate withdrawl of all British officers and law enforcers. The British said this could only be done after the war.
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India experienced violent acts sparked by religion or ethnic tensions between Hindus and Muslims.
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This was an act from the British parliment whiched announced the division of India into two regions; Pakistan and India.
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Gandhi was shot at point-blank range by Nathuram Godse. He was outside prior to a prayer session.
