Lala Lajpat Rai's Birth Anniversary (January 28th)

Lala Lajpat Rai was an Indian freedom fighter and political leader. His birth anniversary is celebrated on January 28th. He was an important figure in the Indian independence movement, and is considered one of the "Trilogy of Sardar- Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev" as well as the "Lion of Punjab". He was a member of the Indian National Congress and the Arya Samaj and was also a leader of the Hindu Mahasabha. He was also known as Punjab Kesari. Lala Lajpat Rai died on November 17, 1928, due to injuries he received during a protest against the Simon Commission 

Here is a brief timeline of Lala Lajpat Rai's life and career:

  • January 28, 1865: Born in Dhudike village, Punjab, British India
  • 1885: Graduated from Government College, Lahore
  • 1887: Started teaching at Dayanand Anglo-Vedic High School, Lahore
  • 1892: Quit teaching and joined the Indian National Congress
  • 1907: Participated in the first All India Muslim League session in Dhaka
  • 1915: Took part in the Home Rule League movement
  • 1919: Headed the Non-Cooperation Movement in Punjab
  • 1920: Arrested for his role in the Non-Cooperation Movement
  • 1922: Released from prison
  • 1928: Led a protest against the Simon Commission in Lahore
  • November 17, 1928: Died from injuries suffered during a protest against the Simon Commission in Lahore

Throughout his life, Lala Lajpat Rai was an important figure in the Indian independence movement and was known for his strong leadership, oratory skills and his strong commitment to the freedom of India.

Lala Lajpat Rai was an important political leader and freedom fighter in India. Here is a brief overview of his political journey:

  • 1892: Joined the Indian National Congress and actively participated in various Congress sessions
  • 1907: Participated in the first All India Muslim League session in Dhaka
  • 1915: Took part in the Home Rule League movement, which sought self-government for India within the British Empire
  • 1919: Headed the Non-Cooperation Movement in Punjab, which aimed to boycott British goods and institutions
  • 1920: Arrested for his role in the Non-Cooperation Movement, but released after a year
  • 1922: Participated in the Gaya Congress session and was appointed as the Congress President
  • 1926: Elected to the Central Legislative Assembly of British India
  • 1928: Led a protest against the Simon Commission in Lahore, which was sent by the British government to report on the political situation in India.

Lala Lajpat Rai was a strong advocate of the Indian independence movement and was known for his oratory skills and his commitment to the freedom of India. He was also a leader of the Hindu Mahasabha and a member of the Arya Samaj. He was one of the most prominent leaders of the Indian National Congress, and his contributions to the Indian independence movement are still remembered and celebrated.

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