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Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose

Born: January 23, 1897

Place of Birth: Cuttack, Orissa 

Parents: Janakinath Bose (father) and Prabhavati Devi (mother)

Spouse: Emily Schenkl

Children: Anita Bose Pfaff

Education: Ravenshaw Collegiate School, Cuttack; Presidency College, Calcutta; University of Cambridge, England

Associations: Indian National Congress; Forward Bloc; Indian National Army

Movements: Indian Freedom Movement

Political Ideology : Nationalism; Communism; Fascism-inclined;

Religious Beliefs: Hinduism

Publications: The Indian Struggle (1920–1942)

Death: August 18, 1945

Memorial: Renkōji Temple, Tokyo, Japan; Netaji Bhawan, Kolkata, India

Subhash Chandra Bose was one of the most celebrated freedom fighters of India. He was a charismatic influencer of the youth and earned the epithet ‘Netaji’ by establishing and leading the Indian National Army (INA) during India’s struggle for independence. Although initially aligned with the Indian National Congress, he was ousted from the party due to his difference in ideology. He sought assistance from Nazi leadership in Germany and Imperial forces in Japan during the World War II, to overthrow the British from India. His sudden disappearance post 1945, led to surfacing of various theories, concerning the possibilities of his survival. 

Childhood & Early Life

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose was born on 23 January, 1897 in Cuttack (Orissa) to Janakinath Bose and Prabhavati Devi. Subhash was the ninth child among eight brothers and six sisters. His father, Janakinath Bose, was an affluent and successful lawyer in Cuttack and received the title of "Rai Bahadur". He later became a member of the Bengal Legislative Council.

Subhash Chandra Bose was a brilliant student. He passed his B.A. in Philosophy from the Presidency College in Calcutta. He was deeply influenced by Swami Vivekananda's teachings and was known for his patriotic zeal as a student. In an incident where Bose beat up his professor (E.F. Otten) for his racist remarks, brought him notoriety as a rebel-Indian in eyes of the government. His father wanted Netaji to become a civil servant and therefore, sent him to England to appear for the Indian Civil Service Examination. Bose was placed fourth with highest marks in English. But his urge for participating in the freedom movement was intense and in April 1921, he resigned from the coveted Indian Civil Service and came back to India. In December 1921, Bose was arrested and imprisoned for organizing a boycott of the celebrations to mark the Prince of Wales' visit to India.

During his stay in Berlin, he met and fell in love with Emily Schenkl, who was of Austrian origin. Bose and Emily were married in 1937 in a secret Hindu ceremony and Emily gave birth to a daughter Anita in 1942. Shortly after the birth of their daughter, Bose left Germany in 1943 to come back to India.

Political Career

Association with Indian National Congress

Initially, Subhash Chandra Bose worked under the leadership of Chittaranjan Das, an active member of the Congress in Calcutta. It was Chittaranjan Das, who along with Motilal Nehru, left Congress and founded the Swaraj Party in 1922. Bose regarded Chittaranjan Das as his political guru. He himself started the newspaper ‘Swaraj’, edited Das’ newspaper ‘Forward’ and worked as the CEO of Calcutta Municipal Corporation under Das’ stint as Mayor. Subhash Chandra Bose played an important role in enlightening the students, youths and labourers of Calcutta. In his fervent wait to see India as an independent, federal and republic nation, he emerged as a charismatic and firebrand youth icon. He was admired within the congress for his great ability in organization development. He served several stints in prison for his nationalist activities during this time.

Dispute with the Congress

In 1928, during the Guwahati Session of the Congress, a difference of opinion surfaced between the old and new members of the Congress. The young leaders wanted a "complete self-rule and without any compromise’ while the senior leaders were in favour of the "dominion status for India within the British rule".

The differences between moderate Gandhi and aggressive Subhash Chandra Bose swelled to irreconcilable proportions and Bose decided to resign from the party in 1939. He went on to form the Forward Bloc the same year.

Although he voiced his dislike for the British often in his correspondences, he also expressed his admiration for their structured way of life. He met with the leaders of the British Labor Party and political thinkers including Clement Attlee, Harold Laski, J.B.S. Haldane, Arthur Greenwood, G.D.H. Cole, and Sir Stafford Cripps and discussed the possibilities that an independent India might hold.

Formation of the INA

Bose vehemently opposed the Congress decision to support the British during the Second World War. With the aim to initiate a mass movement, Bose called out to Indians for their whole-hearted participation. There was tremendous response to his call “Give me blood and I will give you freedom” and the British promptly imprisoned him. In jail, he declared a hunger-srtike. When his health deteriorated, the authorities, fearing violent reactions, released him but put him under house-arrest. 

In January, 1941, Subhash made a planned escape and reached Berlin, Germany via a detour through Peshawar. Germans assured him their full support in his endeavours and he gained allegiance of Japan as well. He took a perilous journey back east and reached Japan where he assumed command over 40,000 soldiers recruited from Singapore and other south East Asian regions. He called his army the ‘Indian National Army’ (INA) and led the same to capture the Andaman and Nicobar islands from the British and rechristened it as Shaheed and Swaraj Islands. A provisional “Azad Hind Government” started functioning in the captured territories. The INA or the Azad Hind Fauj stared for India and crossed Burma Border, and stood on Indian soil on March 18, 1944. Unfortunately, the tide of the World War turned and the Japanese and German forces surrendered which forced him to call off further advancement. 

Netaji disappeared mysteriously soon after the retreat. It is said that he went back to Singapore and met Field Marshal Hisaichi Terauchi, head of all military operations in South East Asia who arranged for him a flight to Tokyo. He boarded a Mitsubishi Ki-21 heavy bomber from Saigon Airport on August 17, 1945. The following day the bomber crashed shortly after take-off after a night halt in Taiwan. Witnesses report that Bose sustained intense third degree burns in the process. He succumbed to his injuries on Aug 18, 1945. He was cremated on August 20 in Taihoku Crematorium and his ashes were laid to rest at the Renk?ji Temple of Nichiren Buddhism in Tokyo.

Bose’s comrades who were stranded in Saigon waiting to be transported never saw his body. Nor did they see any photographs of his injuries. They refused to believe that their hero was dead and hoped that he evaded detection by the British-American forces. They believed whole heartedly that it was just a matter of time that Netaji will gather up his army and conduct a march towards Delhi. Soon people began to report sighting of the hero and even Gandhi expressed his scepticism about death of Bose. Post-independence, people started to believe that Netaji had adopted an acetic life and became a Sadhu. The mysteries surrounding Bose’s death took upon mythic proportions and perhaps symbolized the hope of the nation.

The government of India set up a number of committees to investigate the case. First the Figgess Report in 1946 and then the Shah Nawaz Committee in 1956, concluded that Bose had indeed died in the crash in Taiwan.

Later, the Khosla Commission (1970) concurred with the earlier reports, the reports of Justice Mukherjee Commission (2006) said, "Bose did not die in the plane crash and the ashes at Renkoji temple are not his". However, the findings were rejected by the Government of India.

In 2016, following the declassification of a report handed over by the Japanese government to the Indian Embassy in Tokyo in 1956, titled "Investigation on the cause of death and other matters of the late Subhash Chandra Bose" confirmed the Indian National Hero’s death in Taiwan on August 18, 1945.

Bose’s correspondences prove his faith in democracy in Independent India. Bose’s primary ideology was always the freedom of his motherland even if meant taking help from fascists like Mussolini or Hitler.

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose has left deep impact on the psyche of his countrymen. His slogan, ‘Jai Hind’ is still used in reverence to the country. The International airport in Kolkata has been named Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport to commemorate the charismatic leader. 

In Popular Media

Many documentaries, TV series and films have been made on the life of netaji. In 2004, revered director Shyam Benegal made a biopic ‘Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose: The Forgotten Hero’ that received immense critical acclaim in India as well as in international film festivals.

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Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Biography: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was an Indian Nationalist whose patriotism towards India has left a mark in the hearts of many Indians. He is famously known as the founder of 'Azad Hind Fauj' and his famous slogan is 'Tum Mujhe Khoon Do, Main Tumhe Aazadi Dunga'. Today we are celebrating his 126th Birth Anniversary as Parakram Diwas.

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was born on  23 January,1897 in Cuttack, Orissa and he died on 18 August,1945, in a hospital in Taiwan after suffering from burn injuries sustained in a plane crash. 

Subhas Chandra Bose: Family history and early life

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was born on 23 January 1897 in Cuttack (Orissa)  to Prabhavati Dutt Bose and Janakinath Bose. His father was a successful lawyer in Cuttack and received the title of "Rai Bahadur". He did his schooling at the Protestant European School (presently Stewart High School) in Cuttack, just like his siblings. He did baccalaureate from the Presidency College. He was influenced by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda and Ramakrishna after reading their works at the age of 16. He then was sent by his parents to the University of Cambridge in England to prepare for the Indian Civil Service. In 1920 he passed the civil service examination, but in April 1921, after hearing of the nationalist turmoils in India, he resigned his candidacy and hurried back to India.

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Subhas Chandra Bose and Indian National Congress

He joined the Non-Cooperation Movement which was started by Mahatma Gandhi who made INC a powerful non-violent organization. During the movement, he was advised by Mahatma Gandhi to work with Chittaranjan Das who became his political guru. After that, he became a youth educator and commandant of the Bengal Congress volunteers. He started the newspaper 'Swaraj'. In 1927, after being released from prison, Bose became general secretary of the Congress party and worked with Jawaharlal Nehru for independence.

In 1938 he was elected president of the Indian National Congress and formed a national planning committee, which formulated a policy of broad industrialization. However, this did not harmonize with Gandhian economic thought, which clung to the notion of cottage industries and benefiting from the use of the country’s own resources. Bose’s vindication came in 1939 when he defeated a Gandhian rival for reelection. Nonetheless, the “rebel president” felt bound to resign because of the lack of Gandhi’s support.

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Subhas Chandra Bose and the formation of Forward Bloc

All India Forward Bloc was a left-wing nationalist political party in India that emerged as a faction within the India Congress in 1939, led by Subhas Chandra Bose. He was well known for his leftist views in Congress. The prime objective of the Froward Bloc was to bring all radical elements of the Congress party. So that he could spread the meaning of complete independence of India with adherence to the application of principles of equality and social justice.

Subhas Chandra Bose and Indian National Army (INA) or Azad Hind Fauz

An important development in the struggle for freedom during the Second World War was the formation and activities of the Azad Hind Fauj, also known as the Indian National Army or INA. Rash Behari Bose, an Indian revolutionary who had escaped from India and had been living in Japan for many years, set up the Indian Independence League with the support of Indians living in the countries of south-east Asia.

When Japan defeated the British armies and occupied almost all the countries of Southeast Asia, the league formed the Indian National Army from among the Indian prisoners of war to liberate India from British rule. General Mohan Singh, who had been an officer in the British Indian army, played an important role in organizing this army.

In the meantime, Subhas Chandra Bose escaped from India in 1941 and went to Germany to work for India’s Independence. In 1943, he came to Singapore to lead the Indian Independence League and rebuild the Indian National Army (Azad Hind Fauj) to make it an effective instrument for the freedom of India. The Azad Hind Fauj comprised about 45,000 soldiers, among whom were Indian prisoners of war as well as Indians who were settled in various countries of southeast Asia.

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On 21 October 1943, Subhas Bose, who was now popularly known as Netaji, proclaimed the formation of the provisional government of independent India (Azad Hind) in Singapore. Netaji went to the Andaman which had been occupied by the Japanese and hoisted there the flag of India. In early 1944, three units of the Azad Hind Fauj (INA) took part in the attack on the north-eastern parts of India to oust the British from India. According to Shah Nawaz Khan, one of the most prominent officers of the Azad Hind Fauj, the soldiers who had entered India laid themselves flat on the ground and passionately kissed the sacred soil of their motherland. However, the attempt to liberate India by the Azad Hind Fauj failed.

The Indian nationalist movement did not view the Japanese government as a friend of India. Its sympathies were with the people of those countries which had fallen victim to Japan’s aggression. Netaji, however, believed that with the help of the Azad Hind Fauj, supported by Japan, and a revolt inside India, the British rule over India could be ended. The Azad Hind Fauj, with the slogan of ‘Delhi Chalo’ and the salutation Jai Hind, was a source of inspiration to Indians, inside and outside the country. Netaji rallied together with the Indians of all religions and regions, living in southeast Asia, for the cause of India’s freedom.

Indian women also played an important role in the activities for the freedom of India. A women’s regiment of Azad Hind Fauj was formed, which was under the command of Captain Lakshmi Swaminathan. It was called the Rani Jhansi regiment. The Azad Hind Fauj became the symbol of unity and heroism to the people of India. Netaji, who had been one of the greatest leaders of India’s struggle for freedom, was reported killed in an air crash a few days after Japan had surrendered.

The Second World War ended in 1945 with the defeat of fascist Germany and Italy. Millions of people were killed in the war. When the war was nearing its end and Italy and Germany had already been defeated, the U.S.A. dropped atom bombs on the two cities of Japan-Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Within a few moments, these cities were burnt to the ground and over 200,000 people were killed. Japan surrendered soon after this. Though the use of the atom bombs brought the war to a close, it led to new tensions in the world and to a new competition for making more and more deadly weapons that might destroy all mankind.

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Subhas Chandra Bose: Biography of Netaji

Last updated on December 1, 2022 by ClearIAS Team

Subhas Chandra Bose was born into a Bengali family in Orissa (1897).

In 1920 he passed the  civil service examination. But he resigned his candidacy and hurried back to India after hearing of the nationalist turmoils in India.

Subhas’ devotion and zeal to make the country free from the colonial rule were comparable to none and he lived and died working towards the goal of independent India. Subhas Chandra Bose is popularly known by the name ‘Netaji’.

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The early life of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose

Birth and family:

Subhas Chandra Bose was born on January 23, 1897, in Cuttack, Orissa.

His father Janaki Nath Bose was a famous lawyer and his mother’s name was Prabhavati Devi.

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He was the ninth child among fourteen siblings.

Subhas Chandra Bose topped the matriculation examination of Calcutta province and graduated with a First Class in Philosophy from the Scottish Churches College in Calcutta.

He was very patriotic and deeply influenced by Swami Vivekananda’s teachings as a student.

He went to England in 1919 to compete for Indian Civil Services. In England, he appeared for the Indian Civil Service competitive examination in 1920 and came out fourth in order of merit.

However, Subhas Chandra Bose left his Civil Services apprenticeship midway to return to India in 1921 as he was deeply disturbed by the Jallianwalla Bagh massacre .

The political life of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose

On his return to India, he came under the influence of Mahatma Gandhi and joined the Indian National Congress.

On Gandhiji’s instructions, he started working under Deshbandhu Chittaranjan Das, whom he later acknowledged as his political guru.

1923: Subhas Chandra Bose was elected the President of All India Youth Congress and also the Secretary of Bengal State Congress. He was also the editor of the newspaper ‘Forward’, founded by Chittaranjan Das.

1924 : He also served as the CEO of the Calcutta Municipal corporation when Das was the mayor of Calcutta.

1925: He was arrested and sent to prison in Mandalay, where he contracted tuberculosis.

1927: He was released from prison, and later became the general secretary of the Congress party.

1928: The Motilal Nehru Committee appointed by the Congress declared in favour of Domination Status, Subhas Chandra Bose and Jawaharlal Nehru opposed it. They both asserted that only complete independence for India was acceptable.

Bose also announced the formation of the Independence League.

1930: Subhas Chandra Bose was jailed during the Civil Disobedience Movement . He later became the Mayor of Calcutta.

1931: Bose was released after the Gandhi-Irwin pact was signed. He protested against the Gandhi-Irwin pact and the suspension of the Civil Disobedience movement especially when Bhagat Singh and his associates were hanged.

He travelled through Europe after this, establishing centres in different European capitals to promote politico-cultural contacts between India and Europe.

1937: He returned to India and was released after Congress won the general elections.

Subhas Chandra Bose as President Of Indian National Congress Sessions

1938: He was elected President of the Haripura Congress Session (Gujarat), during this term as Congress President; he talked of planning and setting up a National planning Committee in October that year.

1939: He also won the presidential election to the Tripuri Congress session, defeating Dr. Pattabhi Sitaramayya who had been backed by Mahatma Gandhi and the Congress Working Committee.

This led to the Tripuri Crisis in Congress due to ideological differences between Bose, who had strong leftist thinking and older leaders who were more right-wing thinkers.

As a result, Bose resigned and formed the ‘Forward Bloc’, the left-wing party within the Congress at Unnao in U.P.

1940: When INC organized Individual Satyagraha, Subash Chandra Bose organized an ‘Anti-Compromise Conference’ at Ramgarh, Bihar.

He was arrested by the British shortly afterwards for organizing a protest for the removal of the Holwell Monument (Memorium for Blackhole tragedy of Calcutta). He was later released and placed under House arrest in Calcutta.

Netaji’s Escape from India

1941: Bose escaped house arrest in disguise and travelled out of India. He started garnering support from Nazi Germany and even met Adolf Hitler.

He founded the Free India Center in Berlin and created the Indian Legion (consisting of some 4500 soldiers) out of Indian prisoners of war who had previously fought for the British in North Africa before their capture by Axis forces.

Bose was given the honorific title of Netaji in Germany in 1942 by the Indian soldiers of the Indian Legion and officials of the Special Bureau for India in Berlin.

1942-43: World War II was underway, Nazi Germany was losing footing in the west. In the east Japanese were advancing rapidly. In India, Bengal Famine and Quit India movement were raging.

1943: Bose went to Japan after disappointment from Germany.

Bose and Indian National Army (INA)

INA was the brainchild of Japanese Major (and post-war Lieutenant-General) Iwaichi Fujiwara, head of the Japanese intelligence unit. His mission was “to raise an army which would fight alongside the Japanese army.

He first met Pritam Singh Dhillon, the president of the Bangkok chapter of the Indian Independence League, and through Pritam Singh’s network recruited a captured British Indian army captain, Mohan Singh, on the western Malayan peninsula in December 1941.

The First Indian National Army was formed as a result of a discussion between Fujiwara and Mohan Singh.

Rash Behari Bose, another expatriate nationalist leader was also associated with the INA.

1943 : Rash Behari Bose handed over control of the INA to Subhas Chandra Bose. Bose was able to reorganize the fledgling army and organize massive support among the expatriate Indian population in southeast Asia, who lent their support by both enlisting in the Indian National Army, as well as financially in response to Bose’s calls for sacrifice for the independence cause.

INA had a separate women’s unit, the Rani of Jhansi Regiment (named after Rani Lakshmi Bai) headed by Capt. Lakshmi Swaminathan is seen as a first of its kind in Asia.

Bose was able to maintain support for the Azad Hind movement throughout. Bose’s most famous quote was “Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom!” was spoken as a part of a motivational speech for the Indian National Army at a rally of Indians in Burma on 4 July 1944, In this, he urged the people of India to join him in his fight against the British Raj.

1944: An Indian tricolour was raised for the first time in the town of Moirang, Manipur by the INA troops during their support of the Japanese to thrust towards Eastern Indian frontiers.

1945: The United States allied aerial bombing resulted in losses for the Japanese. The Japanese retreat left cut-off INA. Many INA troops were captured in the Battle of Imphal and Kohima.

Japan’s surrender at the end of the war also led to the surrender of the remaining elements of the Indian National Army. The INA prisoners were then repatriated to India and some were tried for treason.

Death of Subhas Chandra Bose

18 th August 1945: As the INA forces were being captured or surrendering, Bose travelled to Tokyo via Taiwan when his plane crashed.

Subhas Chandra Bose was reportedly killed in an air crash over Taipeh, Taiwan (Formosa) on August 18, 1945.

Though it is widely believed that he was still alive after the air crash, not much information is available regarding this.

The ideology of Subhas Chandra Bose

He was influenced by Bhagavad Gita and believed Gita to be a source of inspiration for the struggle against the British.

Swami Vivekananda’s teachings of universalism, nationalistic thoughts also greatly influenced bose since his young days.

He was attracted to concepts of socialism and communism during his days in the Congress party. But he believed it will work in India if a synthesis between national socialism and communism is established.

He supported the empowerment of women, secularism, and other liberal ideas; but didn’t believe that democracy was the best for India.

Quotes by Subhas Chandra Bose

Bose gave the most famous quote “Give me blood and I will give you freedom”.

Another famous quote was  Dilli Chalo  (On to Delhi), the call he used to give the INA armies to motivate them.

Jai Hind or, Glory to India was another slogan given by him and which was later adopted by the Government of India and the Indian Armed Forces.

He also coined was “Ittihad, Etemad, Qurbani” (Urdu for Unity, Agreement, Sacrifice).

INA also used the slogan Inquilab Zindabad, coined by Maulana Hasrat Mohani

Statue of Netaji at India Gate

The government has decided to   install a grand statue of Netaji Subash Chandra Bose at India Gate to commemorate his 125 th  birth anniversary and as part of the year-long celebrations. The PM inaugurated a hologram at India gate which will be replaced by a statue later on.

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Subhas Chandra Bose , (born Jan. 23, 1897, Cuttack, Orissa, India—died Aug. 18, 1945, Taipei, Taiwan [China]?), Indian revolutionary. Preparing in Britain for a career in the Indian civil service, he resigned his candidacy on hearing of nationalist turmoil back home. Sent by Mohandas K. Gandhi to organize in Bengal, he was deported and imprisoned several times. He favoured industrialization, which put him at odds with Gandhi’s economic thought, and, though he was elected president of the Indian National Congress in 1938 and 1939, without Gandhi’s support he felt bound to resign. He slipped out of India in 1941 and carried on his struggle against the British from Nazi Germany and later from Southeast Asia. In 1944 he invaded India from Burma (Myanmar) with a small army of Indian nationals and Japanese, but his army was soon forced to retreat. He fled Southeast Asia after the Japanese surrender in 1945 and died of burns suffered in a plane crash.

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Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Biography, Family, Education, Death

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Subhash Chandra Bose was born in the year 1897 and died in the year 1945. Read all about Subhash Chandra Bose Biography, History, Achievements and his Contribution in India's Freedom Struggle.

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Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose

The patriotism of Indian Nationalist Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose has left a lasting impression on many Indians On January 23, 1897, he was born in Cuttack, Orissa. He is well-known for founding the organization “Azad Hind Fauj,” and his slogan is “Tum Mujhe Khoon Do, Main Tumhe Azadi Dunga.” The burn injuries he sustained in a plane crash caused Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose to pass away on August 18, 1945, at a hospital in Taiwan.

The most well-known liberation Indian freedom fighter, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose possessed exceptional leadership qualities and was a charismatic orator. His slogans include “Delhi Chalo,” “tum mujhe khoon do,” and “main tumhe azadi dunga. ” He established Azad Hind Fauj and made numerous contributions to the fight for India’s independence. He is renowned for his socialist policies as well as for the forceful tactics he utilized to win independence.

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Jayanti

Subhash Chandra Bose Jayanti is celebrated on 23rd January every year as a mark of remembrance for his contribution to nation-building. He was born on this day in Cuttack, Odisha. Officially this day is called ‘ Parakram Diwas ‘ to celebrate and imbibe the quality of courage and valour that Subhash Chandra Bose demonstrated throughout his life.

It was on this that last year that a towering statue of Netaji was unveiled by the Prime Minister of India at Kartavya Path. Children in schools, teachers, government officials, and politicians cutting across the party lines pay homage to Netaji on this day.

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose’s Death

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose died on August 18, 1945, in a plane crash the INA forces were being captured or surrendered and he was en route to Tokyo through Taiwan. On August 18, 1945, Subhash Chandra Bose reportedly perished in an aeroplane collision over Taipeh, Taiwan (Formosa). There isn’t a lot of information available, despite the widespread belief that he survived the plane disaster.

Subhash Chandra Bose Early Life and Family

The son of Prabhavati Dutt Bose and Janakinath Bose, Subhash Chandra Bose was born in Cuttack, Orissa, on January 23, 1897. His father had the title of “Rai Bahadur” and was a well-known lawyer in Cuttack. Like his siblings, he attended the Protestant European School in Cuttack, which is now Stewart High School. He completed his undergraduate studies at Presidency College.

After reading their writings at the age of 16, Swami Vivekananda and Ramakrishna’s teachings had an impact on him. Then, to prepare for the Indian Civil Service , his parents sent him to the University of Cambridge in England. In 1920 he passed the civil service examination, but in April 1921, after hearing of the nationalist turmoil in India, he resigned his candidacy and hurried back to India.

Subhash Chandra Bose Ideology

Bhagavad Gita had an impact on him, and he saw it as a source of inspiration for the fight against the British. From a young age, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose was highly affected by the Universalist and nationalistic ideas of Swami Vivekanand .

He was drawn to the ideas of socialism and communism when he was a member of the Congress party. However, he thought it would succeed in India if National Socialism and Communism were to be combined. He favoured gender equality, secularism, and other liberal ideologies, but he didn’t think democracy was ideal for India.

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Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose History

The following are the Important event which describes Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s Contribution to the Indian Freedom fighter.

Subhash Chandra Bose And Indian National Congress

He joined the Non Cooperation Movement , which Mahatma Gandhi founded and turned into a potent non-violent movement. Mahatma Gandhi  recommended he collaborate with Chittaranjan Das, who later served as his political mentor, during the agitation. Following that, he worked as a youth educator and volunteer commander for the Bengal Congress.

He founded the “Swaraj” newspaper. After being released from prison in 1927, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose joined the Congress party as general secretary and fought for independence with Jawaharlal Nehru.

At the time of the Civil Disobedience Movement  Bose was in detention for linking with a Bengal revolutionary group. He became the Mayor of Calcutta while in prison. Thereafter he was released and detained several times on suspected links to revolutionary groups. Finally, he was released on grounds of poor health and allowed by the government to go to Europe. He returned from Europe in 1936 and remained in detention for about a year.

After being elected president of the Indian National Congress in 1938, he established a national planning committee and developed a wide industrialization agenda. However, Gandhian economic theory, which stuck to the idea of cottage industries and profiting from the utilization of the nation’s resources, did not agree with this. When Subhash Chandra Bose won his reelection bid in 1939 over a Gandhian opponent, it served as vindication for him. Nevertheless, the “rebel president” felt compelled to step down because Gandhi didn’t back him.

Subhash Chandra Bose Escape from India

Subhash Chandra Bose evaded house arrest in 1941 and left India wearing a disguise. Adolf Hitler even met with him, and he began to receive backing from Nazi Germany. He established the Free India Center in Berlin and recruited Indian POWs who had previously fought for the British in North Africa before being captured by Axis troops to form the Indian Legion, which now numbers about 4500 soldiers.

The Indian soldiers of the Indian Legion and representatives of the Special Bureau for India in Berlin placed the title of Netaji on Bose in Germany in 1942. Nazi Germany was slipping backwards in the west in the years 1942–1943 when World War II was in full flow. Japanese forces were rapidly approaching in the east. The Bengal Famine and the Quit India campaign were both raging in India. Subhash Chandra Bose left for Japan in 1943 after experiencing failure in Germany.

Azad Hind Fauj or Indian National Army (INA)

The establishment and efforts of the Azad Hind Fauj commonly referred to as the Indian National Army, or INA, during the Second World War were a significant development in the liberation struggle. With the help of Indians living in Southeast Asian nations, Rash Behari Bose, an Indian revolutionary who had fled his country and spent many years living in Japan, founded the Indian Independence League.

• General Mohan Singh, a former British Indian army officer, significantly aided in organizing the INA.
• Bose, in exile in Germany, arrived in Singapore in 1943 to lead the INA.
• Azad Hind Fauj comprised 45,000 soldiers, including Indian prisoners of war and settlers in Southeast Asia.
• On October 21, 1943, Bose declared the provisional administration of independent India in Singapore.
• INA launched an offensive in early 1944, attempting to drive the British out of northeastern India.
• Despite their fervent efforts, the attempt to liberate India was unsuccessful.
• While the Indian nationalist movement viewed Japan cautiously, Netaji saw a potential ally in overthrowing British control.
• Azad Hind Fauj and an uprising within India were seen as crucial for India’s freedom.
• Azad Hind Fauj organized a women’s unit, Rani Jhansi, led by Captain Lakshmi Swaminathan.
• Women played a significant role in the fight for India’s independence.
• Fascist Germany and Italy were defeated in 1945, concluding World War II.
• The U.S. used atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, leading to Japan’s surrender.
• Despite ending the war, atomic weapons caused new global tensions and a race for more destructive arms.

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Why subhash chandra bose is famous.

Subhash Chandra Bose, commonly known as Netaji, is renowned for his contribution to the campaign for Indian independence. He was a leader of the Indian National Congress and a member of the noncooperation movement. He belonged to the more militant wing and was well-known for his support of socialist principles.

How did Subhash Chandra Bose died?

Official versions have maintained that Netaji died in an aircraft crash on August 18, 1945, despite the continued doubts of some of his supporters and researchers.

Who called Netaji first time?

Early in 1942, German and Indian officials in the Special Bureau for India in Berlin and Indian soldiers of the Indische Legion addressed Bose as Netaji for the first time.

Who inspired Subhash Chandra Bose?

Subhash Chandra Bose was recognized for his ardent patriotism as a student and was greatly affected by Swami Vivekananda's teachings. In 1919, he traveled to England to apply for the Indian Civil Services in order to fulfill his parents' desires.

What is the famous slogan of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose?

Indian revolutionary Subhash Chandra Bose advocated for using force to overthrow the British. In 1943, he enlisted in the Indian National Army. "Tum mujhe khoon do mai tumhe azadi doonga" was one of his most well-known statements (Give me blood, I shall give you freedom) and Jai Hind' & 'Delhi Chalo'.

What did Subhash Chandra Bose do to India?

He organised the first Indian National Army (INA), Azad Hind Fauj, in 1943, launched an armed uprising, and motivated thousands of Indian youths to participate in the fight for freedom from British colonial control.

Who organized the first Indian National Army(INA)?

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Organized the first Indian National Army(INA).

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Subhash Chandra Bose: Unveiling the Life and Legacy of Netaji

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**Subhash Chandra Bose**: A Name Synonymous with Courage and Patriotism

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**Subhash Chandra Bose**, affectionately known as **Netaji**, stands as a towering figure in India’s history, a symbol of courage, sacrifice, and unwavering determination. His contributions to the freedom struggle continue to inspire and resonate with people across the nation.

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**Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose’s jayanti** is celebrated with fervor and reverence. It is a day to pay homage to his commitment to the cause of Indian independence and his relentless efforts to overthrow the British colonial rule.

**Subhash Chandra Bose Death**: Unraveling the Controversy

The circumstances surrounding **Subhash Chandra Bose’s death** have sparked debates and discussions for decades. While some accept the official account of a plane crash, others speculate about the possibility of his survival.

**Subhash Chandra Bose Drawing**: Captivating the Essence of a Leader

Artists worldwide have portrayed **Subhash Chandra Bose through drawings**, capturing his resolute spirit and dynamic persona. These artistic representations pay tribute to his legacy.

**Subhash Chandra Bose in Hindi**: Preserving the Legacy in Our National Language

**Subhash Chandra Bose in Hindi** holds a special place, connecting his ideals with the hearts of Indians. His speeches and writings in Hindi echo his devotion to the nation.

**About Subhash Chandra Bose**: Tracing the Path of a Fearless Patriot

**About Subhash Chandra Bose**: His journey from a determined student to a revolutionary leader is a testament to his dedication to India’s freedom struggle. His life story continues to inspire millions.

**Subhash Chandra Bose Photo**: Chronicles of a Hero’s Journey

**Subhash Chandra Bose photos** encapsulate moments of triumph and sacrifice, providing a visual narrative of his extraordinary life. Each photograph tells a story of valor and resilience.

**Subhash Chandra Bose Birthday**: Marking the Anniversary of a Visionary

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**Subhash Chandra Bose Essay**: Examining the Influence of a Pioneer

**Subhash Chandra Bose essay** delves into his pivotal role in India’s struggle for independence. His leadership in forming the Azad Hind Government and the Indian National Army left an indelible mark.

In conclusion, **Subhash Chandra Bose** remains a beacon of courage and patriotism. His life story and contributions continue to inspire individuals to stand up for justice and freedom. As we celebrate his legacy, let us embrace his values and keep his spirit alive in our hearts.

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Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Birth Anniversary, Essay Tips, Facts, Biography

One of the most important leaders of Indian freedom struggle was Subhas Chandra Bose. He was popularly called as Netaji. Subash Chandra Bose contributed immensely to the freedom struggle. He was a true nationalist who fought to end the British colonial era in India. His patriotism and bravery made him a national hero. To overthrow the British Empire from India, Subhas Chandra Bose organised the Indian National Army (Azad Hind Fauj).

Netaji: Exceptional in Studies, Brilliant Student

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose was born on January 23, 1897, to Janakinath Bose and Prabhavati Bose in Cuttack. Netaji was brilliant at studies. His primary education was at Protestant European School, which followed the Western Education system. Afterward, he went to Ravenshaw Collegiate School in Cuttack, securing a second position in the matriculation examination at Calcutta University. Subhash Chandra Bose then joined the Presidency College of Calcutta for learning Philosophy. Bose finished his BA with honours in Philosophy from Scottish Church College at the University of Calcutta.

Subhash Chandra Bose went to Cambridge University for higher studies. He passed the Civil Services Examination in August 1920. The nationalist movement in India encouraged Subhash Chandra Bose to resign from Civil Services. He returned to Indian shores in June 1921 to fight for India's freedom. Apart from being exceptional at studies, Subhash Chandra Bose was highly influenced by the ideas of Sri Ramakrishna and Swami Vivekananda towards the service to humanity.

Subhash Chandra Bose: Influenced by Gandhiji, Joined Congress to Serve the Freedom Movement

Influenced by Mahatma Gandhi, Subhas Chandra Bose joined the Indian National Congress and he started the newspaper called 'Swaraj', with this he started his work towards the freedom struggle in India. Chittaranjan Das was his political mentor. Subhas Chandra Bose was made the editor of the newspaper 'Forward', which was started by Chittaranjan Das. He was imprisoned 11 times during the period of 1921 to 1941. In 1923, Subhas Chandra Bose became the President of the All India Youth Congress and the Secretary of the Bengal State Congress. Subhash Chandra Bose along with Jawaharlal Nehru were firm believer of complete independence of India from the British. Being a believer of non-violence, Gandhiji was strongly against the methods adopted by Bose, who wanted independence by any means.

Subhas Chandra Bose: Elected as the Mayor of Calcutta

In 1930, while he was in prison, Subhas Chandra Bose was elected as the Mayor of Calcutta. During the Civil Disobedience movement, he was sent to jail but was later released when the Gandhi-Irwin pact was signed in 1931. In 1938, he was elected as President of the Indian National Congress at the Haripura session and was reelected at the Tripuri Session in 1939 when he competed against Dr P. Sitaramayya who was supported by Gandhiji. During the first World War, Subhas Chandra Bose was in support for full independence of India from the British rule.

Differences in Ideology, Paved the Formation of the Forward Bloc

Subhas Chandra Bose and Gandhiji were having differing paths for their common goal of gaining independence. Bose became highly critical of Gandhiji's way of non-violence to fight against the British rule. For his divergent views, Bose faced opposition within the Congress and he resigned from Indian National Congress and founded the Forward Bloc on May 3, 1939, in Bengal.

Subhas Chandra Bose: Travelled Abroad Meeting Leaders to Get Help for India’s Freedom Struggle

During the second World War, Bose was against the use of Indian men for wars of other countries, which led to his arrest in Calcutta. But in January 1941, he left the house in disguise and reached Germany via Afghanistan. He met the Nazi leaders to get help to throw the Britishers from India. He also met with leaders from Japan to get their help in ending the British rule.

Organised the Indian National Army

Subhas Chandra Bose went to Singapore in July 1943 and organized the Azad Hind Fauj, also known as the Indian National Army. He died in a Japanese plane crash in Taipei on August 18, 1945.

Subhas Chandra Bose: Edited and Published for India’s Struggle for Freedom

Subhas Chandra Bose was the editor of the 'Forward' newspaper and started a newspaper called 'Swaraj'. He also published a book named 'The Indian Struggle' in 1935. The Azad Hind Radio station was established by him in Germany.

Netaji: Originator of Slogans to Unite People Towards Freedom Movement

Subhas Chandra Bose was the originator of famous phrases such as 'Jai Hind', 'Dilli Chalo' and 'Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom'.

Parakram Diwas: 23 January

The birthday of Subhash Chandra Bose is celebrated as the 'Parakram Diwas'. In 2021, the Government of India declared 23 January as 'Parakram Divas' to honour his immense contribution to the freedom struggle. The day will now be commemorated every year in memory of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose.

5 Easy Tips for Essay on Netaji Bose

Students if you are writing essay on Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose then you must include the below points:

1. Always start your essay with the slogans and it's impact seen during freedom struggle.

2. His efforts to build Indian National Army should always be discussed.

3. Rarely known facts about Netaji can add value in the essay.

4. Essay should include his foreign journey

5. Presently, how his thoughts and his personality motivates youth.

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Subhas Chandra Bose - NCERT Notes for UPSC Indian History

As an Indian Nationalist, Subhash Chandra Bose made significant attempts to defy colonialism. He is one of those great freedom fighters, whom the nation remembers always. For the  IAS Exam , knowing about remarkable freedom fighters and nationalist leaders is important.

This article will provide relevant facts about Subhash Chandra Bose. Candidates can also download the notes PDF from the link provided below.

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Who was Subhash Chandra Bose?

• Subhas Chandra Bose was one of the most eminent freedom fighters of India.
• Born in Cuttack, in the province of Bengal to an affluent family. He was educated in Calcutta acquiring a degree in philosophy. Subhas Chandra Bose was Selected for the Indian Civil Services (ICS) but refused to take up service since he did not want to serve the British government.
• Bose joined the Indian National Congress (Formed on December 28, 1885) in 1921. He also started a newspaper called ‘Swaraj’.
• He was the President of the All India Youth Congress and also the Secretary of the Bengal State Congress. In 1924, he became the CEO of the Calcutta Municipal Corporation. In 1930, he became the Mayor of Calcutta.
• Bose authored the book ‘The Indian Struggle’ which covers the Indian independence movement from 1920 to 1942. The book was banned by the British government.
• He coined the term ‘Jai Hind’. His charisma and powerful personality inspired many people into the freedom struggle and continues to inspire Indians. He was called Netaji.

For candidates taking history as an optional in the UPSC Mains exam, visit the UPSC History Optional Syllabus page to get a general idea about its exam pattern.

Subhash Chandra Bose’s Role in Indian Independence Struggle

• Bose was sent to prison in Mandalay for nationalist activities in 1925. He was released in 1927 and became the INC’s general secretary.
• He worked with Jawaharlal Nehru (Born on November 14 – 1889) and the two became the Congress Party’s young leaders gaining popularity among the people.
• He advocated complete Swaraj and was in favour of the use of force to gain it.
• He had differences with Gandhi and he wasn’t keen on non-violence as a tool for independence.
• Bose stood for and was elected the party’s president in 1939 but was forced to resign due to differences with Gandhi’s supporters.
• Bose’s ideology tilted towards socialism and leftist authoritarianism. He formed the All India Forward Bloc in 1939 as a faction within the Congress.
• At the start of the Second World War, Bose protested against the government for not consulting Indians before dragging them into the war. He was arrested when he organised protests in Calcutta for the removal of the monument memorialising the Black Hole of Calcutta.
• He was released after a few days but was kept under surveillance. He then made his escape from the country in 1941 to Germany via Afghanistan and the Soviet Union. He had previously travelled to Europe and met with Indian students and European political leaders.
• In Germany, he met with the Nazi leaders and hoped to stage an armed struggle against the British to gain independence. He hoped to befriend the Axis powers since they were against his ‘enemy’, the British.
• He founded the Indian Legion out of about 4500 Indian soldiers who were in the British army and had been taken prisoners by the Germans from North Africa.
• In 1943, he left Germany for Japan disillusioned with the lukewarm German support for Azad Hind.
• Bose’s arrival in Japan revived the Indian National Army (Azad Hind Fauj) which had been formed earlier with Japanese help.
• Azad Hind or the Provisional Government of Free India was established as a government-in-exile with Bose as the head. Its headquarters was in Singapore. The INA was its military.
• Bose motivated the troops with his fiery speeches. His famous quote is, “Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom!”
• The INA supported the Japanese army in its invasion of northeast India and also took control of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. However, they were forced to retreat by the British forces following the Battles of Kohima and Imphal in 1944.

Candidates can find UPSC Questions for History Mains paper by visiting the linked article.

Death of Subhash Chandra Bose

• Bose died of third-degree burns which he suffered in a plane crash in Taiwan on 18 August 1945.
• However, many in India refused to believe that he had died.
• Many enquiry committees were tasked with finding out what happened on that day.
• The Figgess Report (1946) and the Shah Nawaz Committee (1956) concluded that Bose died in the plane crash in Taiwan.
• The Khosla Commission (1970) also concurred with the previous reports.
• But the Mukherjee Commission (2005) said that Bose’s death could not be proved. This report was rejected by the government.

Multiple Choice Question

• Subash Chandra Bose authored the book ‘The Indian Struggle’ which covers the Indian independence movement from 1920 to 1942. The book was banned by the British government.
• Bal Gangadhar Tilak founded the Naujawan Bharat Sabha in 1926 to promote revolution against British rule by rallying workers and peasant youth. He was the organization’s secretary.
• Bal Gangadhar Tilak also started two important festivals (now the prime festival in Maharashtra and adjacent states). Shivaji Jayanti in 1895 and Ganesha festival in 1893.

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D) Only statements 1, 2, and 4 are true

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Essay on Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose: Subhash Chandra Bose was a great leader of the freedom struggle who became Netaji because he led people on the right path. In this article, you are going to read 4 Essays on Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose (100, 150, 200, and 250 words). We’ve written these essays for classes 1 to 12. If you are looking for paragraph on Subhash Chandra Bose this article will be also helpful for you. So, let’s begin.

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Essay on Subhash Chandra Bose: 100 Words

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose was born on January 23, 1897 in Cuttack, Orissa. His father was Janakinath Bose and mother was Prabhavati Devi. He was influenced by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda and Ramakrishna. He graduated from the Scottish Church College with first division. Subhash Chandra stood fourth in the ICS examination in England.

But He wanted to contribute to the Indian freedom struggle.  He was elected President of the Indian National Congress twice. He formed the Azad Hind Fauj on 5 th July 1943. He gave the famous slogan ‘Give me blood and I will give you freedom’ . It is believed that he died on 18th August 1945 in a plane crash.

Subhash Chandra Bose Essay: 150 Words

Subhash Chandra Bose was born on 23rd January, 1897 in Cuttack. He came of a very rich family and was a brilliant student. Though he passed the Indian Civil Service (I. C. S) examination, he refused to accept service under the British government.

Soon he joined politics and became the Mayor of Calcutta Corporation. He also became the youngest Congress President. India was then ruled by the British Government. Subhash Chandra wanted India to be an independent country and made several plans to achieve this goal. So he was imprisoned by the British Government.

But he left the country in disguise and formed the I. N. A. (Indian National Army) to liberate India from the clutches of the British rulers. He fought great battles to achieve his mission. It is said that he died in an air crash. But people have doubts about it. Subhash Chandra is remembered as a great Indian patriot.

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Essay on Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose: 200 Words

The very designation ‘Netaji’ indicates Subhash Chandra as a leader. He is the ideal of Indian patriots. He was born in Cuttack, on January 23, 1897. His father Janakinath Bose was a foremost lawyer of Cuttack.

Subhash Chandra was a brilliant student. He stood second in the Matriculation Examination. He read in Presidency College and graduated from Scottish Church College. He stood 4th in the I.C.S. Examination in England. But he did not serve the British Government.

He rather joined the freedom movement of India. In 1930 Subhash Chandra Bose became the Mayor of Calcutta Municipal Corporation. He became the President of the Indian National Congress. But his differences with the Congress led him to start a new political party, Forward Bloc. During the Second World War he was kept interned in his own house. But he left in disguise.

He joined hands with enemies of British like Germany and Japan to get the British out of India. He formed the Azad Hind Fauj on July 5, 1943. His army invaded the British India. But the army had to retreat. Netaji was supposed to die in a plane crash in 1945. He is still alive in our hearts.

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Essay on Subhash Chandra Bose: 250 Words

The name of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose is known to all. He was a great national patriot. He was born on 23 January 1897 at Cuttack in Odisha. Netaji’s father Janakinath Bose was a reputed lawyer of Cuttack and his mother Prabhavati Devi was a religious lady. She taught Netaji about India’s heritage in his boyhood.

Netaji was a bright student and got many scholarships. He passed the Entrance Examination with credit. In the I.C.S. Examination also he recorded very good marks. But he did not accept any job under the British.

He hated the foreign rulers by heart and wanted to make his motherland free from their rules. Soon, he decided to join India’s independence movement. He was influenced by Deshbandhu Chittaranjan Das and regarded him as his political guru and guide. He was elected as the President of the Indian National Congress.

Later he left the party and set up Forward Bloc. He was behind the bars for several times but did not give up his intense love for his motherland. He went to japan and formed the Indian National Army (INA). His slogan “give me blood, and I shall give you freedom” filled people with patriotic feelings.

He was a true leader and in the Army, he was called Netaji. Some say Netaji died in a plane crash but others believe this great hero was still alive. The mystery of his death is still unsolved. The great sacrifice of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose for our country will be remembered forever.

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Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose was born on January 23,1897 in Cuttack,Orissa. His father was Janakinath Bose and mother was Prabhavati Devi.He was influenced by the teachings of Swami Vivekanand and Ramakrishna.He cane of a very rich family and was a brilliant student .Though he passed the Indian Civil Service (I.C.S) examination,he refused to accept service under the British government It is said the he died in a plane crash but some believe this great patriot was still alive He was such a great patriot

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Subhash Chandra Bose , commonly referred to as Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, was a remarkable figure in the Indian independence movement. Born on January 23, 1897, in Cuttack, India, to Janakinath Bose and Prabhavati Dutt, his life story is one of unwavering dedication and bravery. Subhash Chandra Bose’s birthday, celebrated on the 23rd of January, is now recognized as “ PARAKRAM DIWAS ” or the “ Day of Courage ,” acknowledging his immense contribution to India’s freedom struggle.

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Early Life and Education

Subhash Chandra Bose’s Birthday is on January 23, 1897, in Cuttack, Odisha, India. His family was well-educated and politically active. Subhash Chandra Bose Father, Janakinath Bose , was a successful lawyer, and Subhash Chandra Bose mother, Prabhavati Devi, was a devout and pious woman. Bose grew up in a nurturing and intellectually stimulating environment, which greatly influenced his later political career.

Subhas Chandra Bose was the ninth among fourteen siblings. He received his early education at the Protestant European School, which is now known as Stewart High School, in Cuttack. His exceptional academic abilities earned him the second position in the matriculation exam. Bose’s intellectual growth was significantly influenced by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda and Shri Ramakrishna Paramhansa Dev when he was just 16 years old.

Subash Chandra Bose Rebellion

• Early Nationalist Sentiments: Subhas Chandra Bose developed a strong sense of nationalism from an early age, inspired by the Indian independence movement against British colonial rule.
• British Education: Bose initially pursued his education in England, where he graduated with a degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from the University of Cambridge in 1919.
• Civil Service Examinations: Bose appeared for the Indian Civil Service (ICS) examinations in 1920, but his strong anti-British sentiments led to his disqualification.
• Entry into Indian Politics: Disillusioned with the British system, Bose returned to India and entered politics. He joined the Indian National Congress and played an active role in the freedom struggle.
• Leadership in Congress: Bose rose through the ranks of the Congress party and became a prominent leader. He served as the President of the Indian National Congress in 1938 and 1939.
• Formation of Forward Bloc: In 1939, Bose resigned from the Congress due to ideological differences and formed the Forward Bloc, advocating for a more militant approach to gaining independence.
• Azad Hind Fauj (Indian National Army): Bose’s rebellion against British rule reached its zenith when he formed the Azad Hind Fauj (Indian National Army or INA) in 1942 with the support of Axis powers during World War II.

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Subash Chandra Bose Higher Education

• University of Cambridge: Bose’s pursuit of higher education took him to the University of Cambridge, one of the world’s most prestigious institutions, where he studied and graduated in 1919.
• Influence of Western Ideas: His education in England exposed him to Western political thought and ideas of liberty, which played a significant role in shaping his nationalist outlook.
• Return to India: Despite his education abroad, Bose returned to India to actively participate in the struggle for independence and contribute to the cause of his homeland.
• Intellectual and Leadership Skills: Bose’s higher education equipped him with intellectual and leadership skills that he used effectively in organizing and leading various movements and political parties.
• Combining Western and Indian Ideals: Bose’s education allowed him to synthesize Western ideals of democracy and liberty with Indian aspirations for self-rule, which influenced his approach to the independence movement.
• Global Perspective: His exposure to international affairs and politics during his higher education helped him in seeking global support for India’s struggle for freedom, as seen in his efforts to garner support from Axis powers during World War II.

Subhas Chandra Bose’s rebellion against British colonial rule and his higher education experiences played pivotal roles in shaping his leadership and approach to the Indian independence movement. He remains a prominent figure in India’s history for his unwavering commitment to freedom and his contributions to the cause.

Indian Civil Services and Resignation

The Indian Civil Services (ICS) and Subhas Chandra Bose’s resignation from it are significant aspects of his early life and political journey. Here’s a detailed explanation of his involvement with the ICS and his subsequent resignation:

Pursuit of the Indian Civil Services (ICS)

• Educational Background: Subhas Chandra Bose was a brilliant student with a strong academic foundation. He pursued his education in India and later went to England for further studies.
• Influence of His Father: Bose’s father, Janakinath Bose, had served in the Indian Civil Services, which inspired Subhas to follow in his footsteps. The ICS was considered a prestigious and highly respected administrative service under British rule.
• Attempt at the ICS Examination: In 1920, Bose appeared for the Indian Civil Services examination, which was a highly competitive and challenging test. Success in this examination would have led to a career in the British colonial administration.

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Resignation from the ICS

• Anti-British Sentiments: Despite his academic prowess and the potential for a promising career in the ICS, Bose was deeply influenced by the freedom struggle and had developed strong anti-British sentiments during his time in England.
• Conscientious Decision: When Bose qualified for the ICS examination, he was faced with a difficult choice. He had to decide between pursuing a career in the ICS and his commitment to India’s independence.
• Disqualification: Ultimately, Bose chose his commitment to the nationalist cause over a career in the British-administered civil services. His outspoken anti-British views and refusal to disavow them during the mandatory interview led to his disqualification from the ICS.
• Shift to Indian Politics: Bose’s disqualification from the ICS marked a turning point in his life. He returned to India and actively entered politics, joining the Indian National Congress and dedicating himself to the struggle for India’s freedom.
• Leadership in the Congress: Bose quickly rose through the ranks of the Congress party due to his dedication and leadership qualities. He served as the President of the Indian National Congress in 1938 and 1939, playing a crucial role in shaping the party’s policies and strategies.
• Formation of the Forward Bloc: In 1939, Bose resigned from the Congress party due to ideological differences and formed the Forward Bloc, a more radical and militant group within the nationalist movement.

Subhas Chandra Bose’s decision to resign from the Indian Civil Services exemplified his unwavering commitment to the cause of India’s independence. It marked the beginning of his remarkable political career, where he became a prominent leader in the fight against British colonial rule and played a key role in shaping the course of India’s struggle for freedom. His principled stand and willingness to sacrifice personal success for the greater good of his country continue to inspire generations of Indians.

Controversies and Debates on Subash Chandra bose

Subhas Chandra Bose’s life and legacy have been shrouded in controversy and debates, particularly concerning the mystery surrounding his death and the Gumnami Baba controversy. Here’s an overview of these controversies:

Mystery Surrounding His Death

• Disappearance: Subhas Chandra Bose’s death has been the subject of much speculation and debate. He was reported to have died in a plane crash on August 18, 1945, in Taiwan (then Formosa). However, the circumstances surrounding his death have been questioned from the beginning.
• Absence of Verifiable Evidence: One of the primary controversies is the absence of concrete and verifiable evidence to confirm his death. Many key documents and records related to his death were either not made public or were lost over time.
• Sightings and Survival Theories: Over the years, there have been numerous alleged sightings and claims of Bose’s survival. Some theories suggest that he may have survived the crash and gone into hiding to continue his fight for Indian independence.
• Official Investigations: Several official investigations and committees have been formed to probe the circumstances of Bose’s death. The Mukherjee Commission (1999-2005) was one such effort, which concluded that Bose did not die in the plane crash, although this finding remains disputed.
• International Intrigue: The role of foreign governments, particularly the British and the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic (Soviet Union), in potentially suppressing information about Bose’s death has also fueled suspicions and conspiracy theories.

The Gumnami Baba Controversy

• Gumnami Baba’s Identity: After India gained independence in 1947, there were reports of a mysterious sadhu (holy man) known as Gumnami Baba living in the town of Faizabad (now Ayodhya) in Uttar Pradesh. Many claimed that this sadhu was Subhas Chandra Bose in disguise.
• Resemblance and Circumstantial Evidence: Supporters of the theory that Gumnami Baba was Bose pointed to the physical resemblance between the two and cited circumstantial evidence such as possessions allegedly belonging to Bose found in the sadhu’s possession.
• Inquiries and Investigations: The Gumnami Baba controversy led to several inquiries and investigations by journalists, researchers, and government-appointed committees. The Justice Mukherjee Commission also looked into the Gumnami Baba angle but did not conclusively establish his identity as Bose.
• Contested Identity: The controversy surrounding Gumnami Baba’s identity continues to this day, with some believing that he was indeed Subhas Chandra Bose and others considering it a case of mistaken identity or unsubstantiated speculation.

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Legacy and Impact of Subash Chandra Bose

Subhas Chandra Bose’s legacy and impact on India’s struggle for independence, as well as his place in history, are profound and enduring. Here are key points regarding his legacy, commemorations, and historical perspective:

Influence on Indian Independence

• Militant Approach: Subhas Chandra Bose’s contribution to the Indian independence movement is characterized by his militant and uncompromising approach towards achieving freedom from British colonial rule.
• Formation of Azad Hind Fauj (Indian National Army): Bose’s most significant contribution was the formation of the Azad Hind Fauj (Indian National Army or INA) during World War II. The INA aimed to liberate India from British rule with the help of Axis powers. This move galvanized nationalist sentiments and played a pivotal role in the struggle for independence.
• Inspiration to Youth: Bose’s charisma, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the cause made him a symbol of hope and inspiration for the youth of India. He instilled a sense of patriotism and the belief that freedom was achievable.
• Impact on Political Landscape: Bose’s influence extended beyond the INA to the broader political landscape. His leadership and ideas challenged established political forces and contributed to the political awakening of India.

Commemorations and Tributes

• Netaji Jayanti: Bose’s birth anniversary, celebrated on January 23rd, is observed as “ Netaji Jayanti ” in India. It is a day of remembrance and tribute to his contributions.
• Statues and Memorials: There are numerous statues, memorials, and museums dedicated to Subhas Chandra Bose across India, including the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata.
• Awards and Honors: The Indian government has bestowed various awards and honors on Bose, including the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award, which he received posthumously in 1992.
• Legacy in Popular Culture: Bose’s life and struggles have been the subject of numerous books, films, and documentaries, further cementing his place in popular culture and historical narratives.

Historical Perspective on Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose

• National Hero: In India, Subhas Chandra Bose is revered as a national hero and a symbol of the indomitable spirit of the Indian people. His legacy is celebrated for its contribution to the country’s independence.
• Controversial Aspects: Bose’s legacy is not without controversy, primarily regarding the circumstances of his death and the Gumnami Baba controversy. Historians continue to debate and research these aspects to uncover the truth.
• Diverse Opinions: In the broader historical perspective, opinions about Bose’s approach and leadership vary. Some view him as a charismatic and fearless freedom fighter Subash Chandra Bose, while others critique his alignment with Axis powers during World War II.
• Global Impact: Bose’s influence extended beyond India. He is recognized as a figure of international significance, given his efforts to garner support for India’s independence from various world powers during the war.

Subhas Chandra Bose remains a complex and multifaceted figure in India’s history. His legacy continues to be celebrated, studied, and debated, reflecting the enduring impact he had on the struggle for Indian independence and his place in the annals of world history.

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Subhash Chandra Bose was a prominent Indian nationalist leader who played a crucial role in India's struggle for independence against British colonial rule. He was born on January 23, 1897, and died on August 18, 1945, under mysterious circumstances. Bose is best known for his leadership in the Indian National Army (INA) and his famous slogan, 'Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom.'

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Important points about Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose are: Fierce independence activist Founding leader of the Forward Bloc Advocated militant resistance against British rule Sought help from Axis powers during World War II Led the INA in the fight against the British Mysteriously died in 1945

What did Subhash Chandra Bose do for freedom?

Bose dedicated his life to India's struggle for freedom. He organized protests, advocated for militant resistance, sought international support, and led the INA in a military campaign against the British in Southeast Asia during World War II.

When was Bose born?

Subhash Chandra Bose was born on January 23, 1897.

Who called Netaji the first time?

The title 'Netaji' (meaning 'Respected Leader') was first given to Subhash Chandra Bose by his followers as a mark of respect for his leadership and dedication to the cause of Indian independence

How did Subhash Chandra Bose die?

The exact circumstances of Bose's death remain a subject of controversy and mystery. He reportedly died in a plane crash in Taiwan on August 18, 1945, while en route to Japan. Some theories suggest that his death might not have been accidental.

What was the role of Subhash Chandra Bose in INA?

Subhash Chandra Bose played a pivotal role in the Indian National Army (INA), which he organized with the support of Japanese forces during World War II. He led the INA in battles against the British in Southeast Asia, aiming to free India from British colonial rule.

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Netaji is famous for the powerful slogan, 'Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom.' This slogan rallied support for his cause and symbolized his unwavering commitment to India's independence struggle.

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Subhash Chandra Bose- An Unsung Hero

Whenever we hear the name Subhash Chandra Bose, the first thing that comes in our mind is a popular saying by him, “Tum Mujhe Khoon do main tumhe Azadi dunga”.

Subhash Chandra Bose, popularly known as Netaji, was a great militant, freedom fighter and a patriot. He was born in Cuttack, Orissa on 23rd January 1897 to Janakinath Bose and Prabhavati Devi. His father Janakinath Bose was a well-known lawyer of his time. His mother Prabhavati Devi was a religious woman. 

Subhash Chandra was a brilliant student who had scored the second position in the matriculation exam. At an early age, he started reading about Swami Vivekananda and Ramakrishna and was influenced by their teachings. Bose completed his B.A. Hons in Philosophy in 1918 from the University of Calcutta. He later went to England in September 1919 for further studies. He was selected for the Indian Civil Service but he did not want to stay in England and serve the British government. Subhash Chandra resigned from his Civil Service job in 1921 and returned to India after hearing of the national turmoil in India. 

From a young age, Subhash Chandra Bose had the nationalist temperament and Britishers’ discrimination towards Indians would fill him with rage. To serve the country, he joined the Indian National Congress (also known as the Congress Party). Bose joined the Noncooperation Movement, started by Gandhi under his influence. Bose was a revolutionary freedom fighter who was known to have founded the Azad Hind Army or Indian National Army. For his revolutionary movements, Bose had been to jail several times. He was suspected of connections with secret revolutionary movements and was sent to Mandalay Jail in Burma (Myanmar) where he contracted Tuberculosis. Bose was elected the president of Congress party and worked along with Jawahar Lal Nehru, another great political leader. Both had a more militant and left-wing approach to Independence, which became a reason for Bose’s differences with Gandhi and other Congress leaders. 

Bose’s selfless contribution to India’s Independence Movement and organizing and leading the Indian National Army is indispensable. His struggle of Independence was highlighted during the Civil Disobedience Movement for which he had even been arrested. In fact, he was imprisoned 11 times for his ideologies and the use of force against the British. Bose was elected the president of the Indian National Congress twice but he resigned from the post as he was against the congress internal and foreign policy. 

Soon, he left the party and went out of the country seeking an alliance with other countries to fight against British forces. He earned the support of the Japanese and they agreed to help him in forming the Indian national army in Southeast Asia. Later on, he became the commander of the INA. The Indian National Army attacked the North-eastern parts of India. This attack took place under the leadership of Subhash Chandra Bose and he was even successful in acquiring a few portions of the north-eastern parts of India. Unfortunately, the surrender of the Japanese forced him to withdraw and call off the war. It is believed that he died in a plane crash on 18th August 1945. Subash Chandra Bose was an unforgettable national hero who fought for the country’s freedom struggle against the British till his last breath. He is known to be one of the greatest heroes the country has ever seen!

A Little Bit About Subhash Chandra Bose

Subhash Chandra Bose was born in Cuttack, Orissa, in 1897. He grew up deeply identifying with the Indian Freedom Movement and subsequently became a part of it in the 1920s. 

He led a radical wing of the Indian National Congress (INC) throughout the 1920s and 1930s and eventually gained enough popularity and support to rise to a position of leadership in the INC. He eventually became the Congress President in 1938, but ended up leaving the party in 1939 because of a difference of opinion with the rest of the Congress leadership.

After his resignation from the Congress, he was placed under house arrest by the ruling British Government, but managed to escape India in 1940. Upon his escape, he made his way to Germany by 1941, where he secured the sympathy and help of the Nazi party in his plan to overthrow the British Occupation. With help from Germany's ally Japan, he Bose headed the Indian National Army (INA) which attempted to "conquer" parts of India, thereby freeing those areas from British Occupation. This attempt eventually failed and in 1945, the INA was soundly defeated by the British forces. 

Despite his failure at leading a military revolt against the British Occupation, Bose was extremely successful in another area. In 1941, a Free India Radio was set up with help from Germany, on which Bose regularly spoke about the Indian Freedom Movement. Due to his charisma and charm, he succeeded in generating a wave of support for the Indian Freedom Movement.

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Subhash Chandra Bose was an Indian freedom fighter who was affectionately known as Netaji. His political and ideological views were largely influenced by the Bhagavad Gita and he worked tirelessly to gain independence for India from British rule. He believed in the ideals of democracy, however, he also believed that pure democracy would not work in a post-colonial India. He believed that the National Socialist model adopted by Soviet Russia would be the best model to implement in India. His life was filled with respect for his actions as a freedom fighter, but he also faced criticism for his alliance with Nazi Germany and Imperialist Japan to overthrow the British Occupation.

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3. What was Subhash Chandra Bose's contribution to the Indian Freedom Movement?

Subhash Chandra Bose began his political career as one of the leaders of the Indian National Congress (INC). He worked alongside eminent personalities like Jawaharlal Nehru, Mahatma Gandhi, and other leading figures in the Indian Freedom Movement. However, he ended up leaving the INC in 1939 due to a difference of opinion with Mahatma Gandhi and the rest of the INC leadership. He escaped India in 1940 and formed an alliance with Nazi Germany and Imperialist Japan to provide aid in overthrowing the British Occupation. He, with the help of Japan, formed the Indian National Army, which included Indian soldiers, to fight against the British Government. While his efforts at overthrowing the British Government ultimately failed, he succeeded in gaining a lot of support for the Indian freedom struggle from other countries.

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Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Biography: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was an eminent freedom fighter of India. He wanted to free our from the clutches of British rule. In this post I have presented Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose biography. Every Indian should know about Netaji.

“Give me blood, I will give you freedom” was the clarion call of Netaji. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, one of the greatest patriots of India, was born at Cuttack in Orissa on January 23, 1897. His father Janakinath Bose was a renowned lawyer and his mother Pravabati Devi was a pious lady. He was a brilliant student. Subhas stood second in the Matriculation Examination. Thereafter he passed the B.A. Examination with a first class Honours degree in Philosophy from Scottish Church College, Kolkata. He stood fourth in the ICS Examination in 1920. But he did not join the ICS under the British rule.

He raised his voice for his country’s freedom. He joined Indian National Congress and took active part in the freedom struggle of India. He became the Mayor of Kolkata. He was elected President of the National Congress twice in 1938 and 1939. Later he left Congress and formed Forward Block. The British Government was alarmed at his immense popularity and bravery. He was kept in his own interned in own house. He left India in disguise in 1941. He formed the Azad Hind Fauz in Singapore after coming from Germany and Japan. Then he was known as ‘Netaji’.  With his Azad Hind Fauz he went on fast to attack the British and hoisted the national flag at Kohima, Manipur. It was reported that Netaji died on an air-crash. But it is still a mystery. Dead or not, his burning patriotism and outstanding personality still inspire thousands of youths. Netaji lives in our hearts forever as symbol of undying patriotism.

“Give me blood, I will give you freedom” was the clarion call of Netaji. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, one of the greatest patriots of India, was born at Cuttack in Orissa on January 23, 1897. Instead of following the beaten track, he dedicated himself to the service of his country. It was his spirit of leadership that earned him the revered call ‘Netaji’.

He was born on January 23, 1897 at Cuttack. His father Janakinath Bose was a renowned lawyer and his mother Pravabati Devi was a pious lady. He was a brilliant student. He received his education at Ravenshaw Collegiate School. He came to Kolkata and was enrolled at the Presidency College. He had a sharp conflict with Prof. Oaten and was expelled from college. Later he graduated from the Scottish Church College with first class honours in Philosophy. He stood fourth in the ICS Examination in 1920. But he did not join the ICS under the British rule.

He raised his voice for his country’s freedom. He joined Indian National Congress and took active part in the freedom struggle of India. He became the Mayor of Kolkata. He was elected President of the National Congress twice in 1938 and 1939. Soon, he became highly critical of the activities of the moderate leaders within the Congress Party. Later he left Congress and formed Forward Block . The British Government was alarmed at his immense popularity and bravery. He was kept in his own interned in own house. He left India in disguise in 1941. He formed the Azad Hind Fauz in Singapore after coming from Germany and Japan. Then he was known as ‘Netaji’. He started his heroic march to Delhi in 1945. He had success to some extent as his army reached Imphal, Manipur. He raised the tricolour of free India there. But the surrender of Japan to the Allied forces sealed his fate.

It was reported that Netaji died on an air-crash on August 19, 1945.  But it is still a mystery. Dead or not, his burning patriotism and outstanding personality still inspire thousands of youths.  Netaji lives in our hearts forever as symbol of undying patriotism.

Subhas Chandra Bose had a prophetic vision. He gave up all the comforts of life to free his motherland from the shackles of foreign rule and lifted her into the enlightened world of freedom. I admire him most for his indomitable spirit and idealism. He was a born leader with burning patriotism. He stood before the world as a legendary hero. When other leaders hesitated, he jumped into the thick of the fight and called out, “On to Delhi – the road to Delhi is the road to freedom.” We can pay tribute to this great man by way of serving our country rather truly.

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