The Golden Bird's Economy
Before British rule, India was a manufacturing superpower. In the year 1700, India's GDP share of the world was staggering.
This wealth was systematically drained over 200 years, dropping from nearly 25% to just 4% by the time of independence.
Global Wealth Share (%)
Source: Maddison Historical Statistics
The Road to 1947 ЁЯЫгя╕П
12 Milestones of Courage & Sacrifice
Diverse Strategies ЁЯза
Freedom was won through a mix of peaceful resistance and active revolutions. Here is the distribution of tactical focus.
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Ahimsa (Non-Violence)
The primary tool for mass mobilization without weapons.
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Legal & Diplomatic
Demanding rights through the rule of law and international pressure.