Bal Keshav Gangadhar Tilak

Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Indian revolutionary.

Bal Gangadhar Tilak (Hindi: बाल गंगाधर तिलक; Marathi: बाळ केशव गंगाधर टिळक; born Keshav Gangadhar Tilak on 23 July 1856 – died 1 August 1920) was a leader of nationalism, teacher, and an Independence activist in British-ruled India. He was also conferred with the title of "Lokmanya", which means "accepted by the people (as their leader)".^[1] Mahatma Gandhi called him "The Maker of Modern India".^[2]

A militant member of the 'extremist' wing within the Indian National Congress (and a member of the famous 'Lal, Pal and Bal' trio), he was twice imprisoned by the British for his nationalist activities. He helped to found the Home Rule League in 1914.

References[edit]

↑ Tahmankar 1956.
↑ "Bal Gangadhar Tilak", Encyclopedia Britannica

This short article about a person or group of people can be made longer. You can help Bharatpedia by adding to it.

Dear reader, We kindly request your support in maintaining the independence of Bharatpedia. As a non-profit organization, we rely heavily on small donations to sustain our operations and provide free access to reliable information to the world. We would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to consider donating to our cause, as it would greatly aid us in our mission. Your contribution would demonstrate the importance of reliable and trustworthy knowledge to you and the world. Thank you.

Please select an option below or scan the QR code to donate
₹150 ₹500 ₹1,000 ₹2,000 ₹5,000 ₹10,000 Other

[FOOTNOTETahmankar1956-1] Tahmankar 1956.

[2] "Bal Gangadhar Tilak", Encyclopedia Britannica

[1]

[2]