Subhash Chandra Bose

Birth- 23 Jan 1897
Death: 18 Aug 1945

Subhas Chandra Bose was a prominent Indian freedom fighter known for his radical views on independence. Born on January 23, 1897, he was a key leader in the Indian National Congress, serving as its President in 1938 and 1939, but later resigned due to ideological differences with Mahatma Gandhi. Disillusioned with non-violent methods, he formed the Indian National Army (INA) and sought support from Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan to fight for India’s liberation, famously rallying followers with the slogan, “Give me blood, and I will give you freedom”.
Early life and career: Bose was a brilliant student who passed the Indian Civil Services exam but resigned to join the freedom struggle in India. He joined the Indian National Congress in 1921 and became a leader in the youth wing.
Political differences: His radical socialist ideology clashed with Gandhi’s non-violent approach, leading to his resignation from the Congress presidency in 1939 and the formation of the Forward Bloc party.
Indian National Army (INA): During World War II, he went to Southeast Asia and formed the INA in 1942 with the help of Japanese forces, composed of Indian prisoners of war, aiming to launch a military offensive against the British.
Slogans and legacy: He is widely known as “Netaji” (Respected Leader) and is famous for his motivational slogans like “Give me blood, and I will give you freedom” and “Jai Hind”.
Death: His death remains controversial, though it is widely believed he died in a plane crash in Taiwan in 1945.

==================