On Martyrs’ Day (March 23), Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to the legendary freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Rajguru, who were executed by the British in 1931.
About Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Rajguru
Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, and Rajguru were three iconic revolutionaries who played a pivotal role in India’s struggle for independence.
1. Who They Were:
Bhagat Singh: Born on September 27, 1907, in Punjab, he was a charismatic revolutionary known for his intellect and socialist ideals.
Sukhdev Thapar: Born on May 15, 1907, in Ludhiana, he was a close associate of Bhagat Singh and a key member of the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA).
Shivaram Rajguru: Born on August 24, 1908, in Maharashtra, he was known for his courage and dedication to the cause of freedom.https://www.iasjnana.com/
2. Their Revolutionary Activities:
They were members of the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA), which aimed to overthrow British rule and establish a socialist India.
In 1928, they sought to avenge the death of Lala Lajpat Rai, who succumbed to injuries from a police lathi charge during a protest against the Simon Commission.
In a case of mistaken identity, they assassinated John Saunders, a British police officer, instead of their intended target, James Scott.https://www.iasjnana.com/
3. Lahore Conspiracy Case:
Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt later threw non-lethal bombs in the Central Legislative Assembly in Delhi in 1929 to protest oppressive laws.
4. Execution and Legacy:
The trio was executed on March 23, 1931, at Lahore Central Jail.
Their martyrdom sparked widespread outrage and protests across India, galvanizing the independence movement.
Their slogan, “Inqilab Zindabad” (Long Live the Revolution), became a rallying cry for freedom fighters.
Impact:
The protests against the Simon Commission intensified the demand for complete independence.
It led to the drafting of the Nehru Report in 1928, proposing a framework for self-governance.https://www.iasjnana.com/
