Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose

Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was a prominent Indian freedom fighter and leader of the Indian independence movement. He was born in Cuttack, Odisha, India on January 23, 1897, and was a brilliant student, graduating from Cambridge University with a degree in Philosophy. Despite passing the Indian Civil Service Examination, Bose rejected the opportunity to work for the British Government and instead, devoted his life to the cause of Indian independence. He traveled extensively, seeking support for India's freedom struggle and even formed the Indian National Army to fight against the British. Bose was known for his charismatic leadership and powerful speeches, earning him the nickname "Netaji," meaning "Respected Leader." He died in a plane crash in 1945 but his legacy lives on as a symbol of selfless dedication to the cause of Indian independence.

Some information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose :

  • Subhas Chandra Bose was born on January 23, 1897 in Cuttack, Odisha, India.
  • His father was Janakinath Bose, a lawyer and his mother was Prabhavati Devi.
  • Bose was the ninth child of his parents.
  • He was a brilliant student and was awarded a scholarship to study at the University of Calcutta.
  • He graduated from the University of Calcutta in 1918 with a degree in Philosophy.
  • He passed the Indian Civil Service examination and joined the British Indian government service in 1921.
  • He resigned from his government job in April 1921 in protest against the British policies in India.
  • He was a charismatic leader and an eloquent speaker, which earned him the nickname "Netaji" meaning "Respected Leader".
  • He was married to Emilie Schenkl, an Austrian lady in 1937. They had a daughter named Anita Bose Pfaff.
  • He died in a plane crash on August 18, 1945, under mysterious circumstances. The exact details of his death are still debated and the place of his death is still under controversy.

His Famous Quotes :

  • "Give me blood and I will give you freedom!"
  • "It is our duty to pay for our liberty with our own blood."
  • "Freedom is not given, it is taken."
  • "I am an Indian first and last and nothing else."

Homework:-

  1. Who is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose?
  2. Why is he famous?
  3. When was he born?
  4. What did he do to fight against British rule in India?
  5. What was the name of the army he formed to fight the British?
  6. What was his nickname?
  7. When did he die?
  8. What is his legacy?
  9. Can you tell me a quote from him?
  10. Why do we remember him every year on January 23rd?