Bal Gangadhar Tilak: Biography, Facts and Career
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Bal Gangadhar Tilak (born Keshav Gangadhar Tilak (pronunciation: [keʃəʋ ɡəŋɡaːd̪ʱəɾ ʈiɭək]); 23 July 1856 – 1 August 1920), was an Indian nationalist and self-rule activist in the Indian independence movement. He was one third of the Lal Bal Pal triumvirate. The honorific "Lokmanya" (meaning "accepted by the people as their leader") was applied to him by his supporters. Tilak was one of the first and strongest advocates of Swaraj ('self-rule') and is known for his quote in Marathi: "Swaraj is my birthright and I shall have it!". He formed a close alliance with the leaders of the "New Party" (Nationalists), joining forces with Bipin Chandra Pal, Lala Lajpat Rai, and Aurobindo Ghose to advocate for self-rule. He also worked with V. O. Chidambaram Pillai and Muhammad Ali Jinnah who later oversaw Pakistan's independence from British rule.
Quick facts about Bal Gangadhar Tilak
- Full name: Bal Gangadhar Tilak
- Born: 1856-07-23
- Nationality: British Raj
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q312555
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Who is Bal Gangadhar Tilak?
Bal Gangadhar Tilak (born Keshav Gangadhar Tilak (pronunciation: [keʃəʋ ɡəŋɡaːd̪ʱəɾ ʈiɭək]); 23 July 1856 – 1 August 1920), was an Indian nationalist and self-rule activist in the Indian independence movement.
What nationality is Bal Gangadhar Tilak?
Bal Gangadhar Tilak is British Raj.
When was Bal Gangadhar Tilak born?
Bal Gangadhar Tilak was born on 1856-07-23.
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