Tragedy at Chauri Chaura: Policemen Killed

In the early part of the 20th century, as the struggle for Indian independence gained momentum, a tragic episode unfolded in the small town of Chauri Chaura in the northern part of the country. The background to this incident was marked by civil disobedience and nonviolent resistance against British colonial rule, spearheaded by Mahatma Gandhi. Tensions were high as the Non-Cooperation Movement, initiated by Gandhi, sought to undermine British authority through peaceful protests, boycotts, and other forms of nonviolent action. On the day of the incident, a group of protesters, demonstrating against the oppressive policies of the British, gathered outside the local police station. The protest was a part of a broader campaign that aimed to shut down government institutions and urge the public to withdraw support from the colonial administration. However, the demonstration soon turned violent. The police, attempting to disperse the crowd, resorted to firing shots. In the ensuing chaos, the protesters, enraged