Bhagat Singh

A Revolutionary Outlaw

Bhagat Singh, a name that needs no introduction for every Indian, a name that makes the chests of every Indian fill with pride, a name that feels right even though there are controversies regarding the path he took, is familiar to every Indian. He is a brave Indian revolutionary who strived for the independence of India. He is a major figure in the Indian independence movement of the early twentieth century. He actively took part in the independence struggle from a very tender age and was also associated with M. K. Gandhi's 'Non-Cooperation' movement. He is still remembered by numerous people for the brave contributions he made to India.

He was born on September 28, 1907, at Banga in Lyallpur district to Kishan Singh and Vidyavati. At the time of his birth, his father Kishan Singh, uncles Ajit, and Swaran Singh were in jail for demonstrations against the Colonization Bill implemented in 1906. His uncle, Sardar Ajit Singh, was a proponent of the movement and established the Indian Patriots' Association. His family was the supporter of the Ghadar party and the politically aware environment at home helped incite a sense of patriotism in the heart of young Bhagat Singh.