Indigo About the author | Class 12 English Notes
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Gandhi's First Meeting with Rajkumar Shukla
In December 1916, during the Indian National Congress annual convention held in Lucknow, Gandhi met Rajkumar Shukla, a poor and emaciated sharecropper from Champaran, Bihar. Shukla was illiterate but determined, and he urged Gandhi to visit Champaran to investigate the exploitation of peasants under the British landlord system. Despite Gandhi's busy schedule and commitments to travel to other parts of India, Shukla persistently followed him, even accompanying him to Cawnpore and back to his ashram near Ahmedabad. This persistence impressed Gandhi, who eventually agreed to visit Champaran. This meeting marked the beginning of Gandhi's active involvement in the peasants' struggle against the oppressive indigo plantation system.
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🧪 Activity: Think as you read questions: Identify true and false statements about Rajkumar Shukla and explain why he is described as resolute.
🔗 Connection: Prepares the reader for Gandhi's journey to Champaran and the investigation into the peasants' plight.
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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