Bhagat Singh

Indian revolutionary and freedom fighter

Bhagat Singh - Indian revolutionary and freedom fighter
Born

September 27th, 1907
118 years ago

Died

March 23rd, 1931
94 years ago — 23 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

India

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Born in 1907, this revolutionary emerged as a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement. Advocated for socialism and the rights of workers, aiming to liberate India from British rule. Engaged in several acts of protest, including the iconic assembly bombing in 1929, which led to his arrest. Despite being incarcerated, continued to influence the movement through writings and hunger strikes. Executed in 1931 at the age of 23, became a martyr for the cause of freedom in India.

Participated in the killing of a British police officer

Bombed the Central Legislative Assembly in 1929

Published revolutionary writings under a pseudonym

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