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Millions of Hindus Struggle for Home Rule and Self Government
The article surveys long Indian push for self government under British rule, tracing the rise of the Indian National Congress from 1858 and key reforms, leaders, and debates. It notes Swadeshi, education demands, and liberal policy aims, with calls for India to gain home rule after the world war. It cites figures like Dadabhai Naroojee and Mrs. Besant, and discusses divisions among Hindus and Muslims, press roles, and the need for unified self government across provinces and dominions.
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United States
India
England
East Indies
Indian National Congress
East India Company
A. Hume
Lord Ripon
National Congress
Lord Curzon
Bengal
Henry Cotton
Bombay
National Assembly
Calcutta
Dadabhai Naroojee
Congress
Morley
T. Mathuswamy Ivyr
R. C. Mitter
C. M. Ghosh
Ranade, Telang
Tagabji
Sir Ali Imam
Simla
United India
Sir Ali Tmam
Amelia F
Bingland
Conference of Congress
Perde
Canada
Australia
United Kingdom
Great Britain
Drafsworthy
United States of India