Timeline of Indian Independence from 1857 to 1947

The Complete Timeline of Indian Independence Day traces key events from the 1857 Revolt to India’s freedom in 1947. This timeline highlights pivotal moments like the formation of the Indian National Congress, major movements led by Gandhi, and critical reforms and acts.

Akansha Arora Published On August 8th, 2024

Independence Day in India is a significant event commemorating the nation’s freedom from British rule. Celebrated annually on August 15, it marks the day in 1947 when India gained independence and was also the date of the partition into two countries: India and Pakistan. This article outlines the key events leading up to India’s independence, reflecting the struggles and milestones of the freedom movement.

Independence Day 2024

In 2024, India celebrates its 78th Independence Day, marking 77 years since gaining freedom from British rule and the partition into India and Pakistan. On August 15, 1947, Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru unfurled the Indian Tricolour at the Red Fort’s Lahori Gate, symbolizing the end of colonial rule. This historic day followed a long struggle for independence and continues to be celebrated with pride and reverence.

Timeline of Indian Independence from 1857 to 1947

The Complete Timeline of Indian Independence Day traces key events from the 1857 Revolt to India’s freedom in 1947. This timeline highlights pivotal moments like the formation of the Indian National Congress, major movements led by Gandhi, and critical reforms and acts that shaped India’s path to independence. Each event reflects the struggles and achievements that culminated in the nation’s liberation from British rule.

Here is the complete list of timeline of Indian Independence from 1857 to 1947:

Year	Events
1857	The Revolt of 1857
1875	Establishment of the Indian League
1876	Vernacular Press Act
1882	Hunter Commission
1883	Ilbert Bill proposed by Lord Ripon
1884	Ilbert Bill Passed
1885	Establishment of INC
1885	First INC Session was held in Bombay from 28 to 31 December 1885
1897	Ramakrishan Mission was founded by Swami Vivekananda
July 1905	Partition of Bengal was announced by Lord Curzon
16 October 1905	Partition of Bengal
31 December 1906	All-India Muslim League Founded at Dhaka
1907	Surat Split of INC
11 August 1908	Execution of Khudiram Bose
1909	Minto-Morley Reforms or Indian Councils Act 1909
1910	Indian Press Act
1911	Cancellation of Partition of Bengal
April 1916	Home Rule by Bal Gangadhar Tilak
December 1916	Lucknow Pact
1917	Champaran Satyagraha
1918	Madras Labour Union was formed
1919	Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms
16 February 1919	Rowlatt Act Passed
13 April 1919	Jallianwala Bagh Massacre
1920-22	Non-Cooperation Movement
5 February 1922	Chauri-Chaura Movement
Late 1922 – Early 1923	Swarajya Party came intor existence
1925	Kakori Conspiracy
1927	Establishment of Simon Commission
1928	Assassination of Saunders by Bhagat Singh
1928	Nehru Report
3 February 1928	Simon Commission arrives in India
December 1929	Purna Swaraj Declaration at Lahore Session
8 April 1929	Bhagat Singh & Batukeshwar Dutt bombed Central Legislative Assembly
18 April 1930	Chittagong Armoury Raid
12 March 1930	Dandi March
6 April 1930	Dandi March Ends
30 November 1930	1^st Round Table Conference
5 March 1931	Gandhi – Irwin Pact
5 March 1931	Karachi Session of INC
7 September 1931	2^nd Round Table Conference
1932	Poona Act
1932	3^rd Round Table Conference
1935	Government of India Act
22 June 1939	All India Forward Bloc Formed
18-22 August 1940	August Offer by Lord Linlithgow
1942	Quit India Movement
1942	Cripps Mission
1942	Establishment of Indian Independence League
1942	Formation of Azad Hind Fauj
1945	Wavell Plan Announced in Shimla Conference
1946	Cabinet Mission
June 1947	Mountbatten Plan
1947	India Independence Act
14 August 1947	Partition of India and Pakistan
15 August 1947	India Gained Freedom from Colonial Rule