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Indigo About the author | Class 12 English Notes

By ConceptScroll Team · Published on 17 July 2026 · 2 min read

Indigo About the author – this guide gives you a concise, exam-ready overview of Indigo About the author from Class 12 English, written by ConceptScroll editors and reviewed against the latest NCERT textbook.

About the author

Louis Fischer (1896-1970) was an American journalist and writer born in Philadelphia. He served as a volunteer in the British Army from 1918 to 1920. Fischer had a distinguished career as a journalist, contributing to prominent publications such as The New York Times and The Saturday Review, as well as European and Asian journals. He was also a faculty member at Princeton University. Fischer is well-known for his book, The Life of Mahatma Gandhi, which has been acclaimed as one of the best biographies of Gandhi, notably praised by the Times Educational Supplement. The excerpt in this chapter is taken from this book, providing a detailed account of Gandhi's involvement in the Champaran indigo farmers' struggle.

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🔗 Connection: Leads to the narrative of Gandhi's first meeting with Rajkumar Shukla and the beginning of the Champaran episode.

Frequently asked questions

Why did Gandhi consider the Champaran episode a turning point in the Indian freedom movement?

The Champaran episode was a turning point because it was Gandhi's first active involvement in Indian politics where he successfully led peasants against the oppressive indigo planters. For example, he used non-violent methods to expose the exploitation of farmers in Champaran.

Which of the following legal terms is used to describe a formal statement given by a witness under oath?

Deposition

Explain how Gandhi influenced lawyers to support the peasants during the Champaran movement.

Gandhi persuaded lawyers by appealing to their sense of justice and duty towards the oppressed peasants. He convinced them to volunteer their services for the cause without charging fees. For example, many lawyers joined the movement to help gather evidence and represent peasants legally.

What role did ordinary people play in the freedom movement as highlighted in the chapter?

Ordinary people were the backbone of the freedom movement, contributing through participation in protests, providing support to leaders, and enduring hardships. For example, peasants in Champaran actively resisted exploitation, showing courage and unity.

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