Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
This concept highlights the global nature of the freedom struggle, the significant contribution of overseas Indians, the strategic importance of Southeast Asia during World War II, and the diverse methods employed beyond India's borders to achieve independence.
The Indian independence movement was not confined to the geographical boundaries of India but also saw significant contributions from the Indian diaspora, particularly in Southeast Asia, where expatriate communities organized and mobilized support against British colonial rule, often forming alliances with foreign powers.