Localized Insurgencies: A Critical Examination of Bhagwanpur’s Role in the Quit India Movement

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  • Sanjib Patra Independent Research Scholar, Department of History, Visva Bharati, Santiniketan, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54741/ssjar.4.4.1

Keywords:

congress, movements, quit india, struggle

Abstract

From the inception of the Swadeshi movement, the residents of Bhagwanpur have etched their names in history through significant struggles such as extremist armed uprisings, non-cooperation movements, salt satyagraha, and civil disobedience movements. Countless common people from the Medinipur district rallied together in the final phase of India’s liberation struggle. These patriotic revolutionaries, who embody the spirit of nationalism, are a source of pride for our district, yet sadly, they have been largely forgotten over time. This collective amnesia can be attributed to past historians’ oversights, research gaps, and the tendency to overlook regional histories. The narrative of history writing should not only serve a political agenda but also aspire to shape a more humane trajectory by emphasizing the human aspect beyond mere political facts. This principle holds for regional historiography as well. The inhabitants of Bhagwanpur have a rich legacy of participating in the freedom movement. Through their valiant efforts during the ‘Quit India’ movement, the people of this Bhagwanpur sub-division have made significant sacrifices and endured hardships. Unfortunately, this history has often been overlooked or left unrecorded for generations. The article primarily focuses on the involvement, organization, challenges, and outcomes of the residents of Bhagwanpur during the August movement. Additionally, it delves into the resilience of the local population in the face of natural calamities such as floods, and cyclones, and their unwavering commitment to the nation’s independence movement.

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Published

04-07-2024

How to Cite

Sanjib Patra. (2024). Localized Insurgencies: A Critical Examination of Bhagwanpur’s Role in the Quit India Movement. Social Science Journal for Advanced Research, 4(4), 1–9. https://doi.org/10.54741/ssjar.4.4.1

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