Subhas Chandra Bose: A
Nationalist Leader
Explore the life of Subhas Chandra Bose, also called Netaji. He played a vital
role in India's fight for freedom. Known for bold leadership and fierce
nationalist spirit, Bose9s legacy continues to inspire.
BY -YASH SHARMA
ROLL NO - 24BCIN0016
SECTION - CIVIL(T1)
SUBMITTED TO - MS JAYA
Early Life and Education
Birth and Roots
Born January 23, 1897 in Cuttack, Bengal Province
Education
Ravenshaw Collegiate School
Presidency College
Scottish Church College
Passed Indian Civil Service exam and resigned to join freedom
struggle
Political Awakening and
Activities
Joining INC Leading Nationalist
Influenced by Deshbandhu Imprisoned 11 times for
Chittaranjan Das, joined nationalist activities
Congress
Congress President
Led Indian National Congress in 1938 and 1939
Formation of the Forward Bloc
Forward Bloc Established Advocacy
Founded in 1939 to unite left- Called for complete India
wing political forces independence
Ideological Differences
Differed from Gandhi's methods, favoring direct action
The Indian National Army (INA)
Axis Powers Support
2 Secured backing from Japan and
Germany in WWII
Formation
1
INA was formed with intent to free
India by force
Provisional Government
Established Free India Government in
3 exile
INA's Military Campaigns
1 Imphal & Kohima Battles
Key fronts where INA fought alongside Japanese forces
2 Setbacks
Defeated by Allied counter-offensive
3 Morale Impact
Boosted nationalist spirit within British Indian Army
Famous slogan: "Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom!"
Disappearance and
Controversies
Alleged Death Unresolved Mysteries
Reported died in plane crash Various conspiracy theories
on August 18, 1945 and inquiries exist
Historical Debate
True fate remains one of India's enduring mysteries
Legacy and Influence
Nationalism Key Figure Enduring
Inspired fierce Remembered as a bold, Inspiration
patriotism in India9s fearless nationalist His ideals motivate
freedom movement leader generations for justice
and freedom
Popular slogan "Jai Hind" was popularized by Bose, symbolizing unity and
pride.