Jatindra Nath Das
Indian activist for independence
Born
1904
121 years ago
Died
September 13th, 1929
95 years ago — 25 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
India
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Participated in the Indian independence movement as an activist. Engaged in protests against British colonial rule and was a member of the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association. Arrested numerous times, highlighting the cause for India's freedom. Died while on hunger strike in prison, drawing attention to the struggle for independence.
Engaged in protests against British rule
Died on hunger strike in prison
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