Published on 07 Oct 2025
Disillusionment with Nonviolence: The abrupt end of the Non-Cooperation Movement left many activists frustrated, prompting leaders like Bhagat Singh to seek more aggressive methods.
Influence of Global Events: The success of the Russian Revolution in 1917 inspired Indian revolutionaries to adopt similar radical tactics for achieving independence.
Repression by British Authorities: The brutal crackdown on nonviolent protests and the harsh treatment of activists spurred groups like the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) to retaliate violently.
Youth Frustration: Young leaders such as Chandrashekhar Azad, frustrated by the slow progress of peaceful protests, turned to revolutionary activities for quicker results.
Inspirational Martyrdom: The death of Jatin Das during a hunger strike in prison inspired many to continue the struggle through more militant means.
Lack of Political Progress: The perceived ineffectiveness of negotiations with the British led to increased support for militant groups like the Anushilan Samiti.
Economic Hardships: Widespread poverty and unemployment made revolutionary ideas appealing, as seen in the increasing membership of groups advocating for violent resistance.
Formation of Secret Societies: Secret revolutionary societies like Jugantar were formed to carry out armed resistance, highlighting the shift towards underground militant activities.
Literature and Ideology: Revolutionary literature, such as "Bandi Jeevan" by Sachindra Nath Sanyal, provided ideological support and inspiration for new recruits.
Legacy of Previous Movements: The continued influence of earlier revolutionaries like Khudiram Bose and the Ghadar Movement inspired new generations to adopt similar tactics.
History & Culture
Reasons for the rise of the revolutionary activities post withdrawal of NCM
Non Cooperation Movement
Russian Revolution
Hindustan Socialist Republican Association
HSRA
Chandrashekhar Azad
Jatin Das
revolutionary activity
Martyrdom
Anushilan Samiti
Jugantar
Bandi Jeevan
Sachindra Nath Sanyal
Khudiram Bose
Ghadar
General Studies Paper 1
Freedom Struggle
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