‘Lokmanya’Bal Gangadhar Tilak (23rd July 1856 - 1st August 1920)
About 'Lokmanya’ Bal Gangadhar Tilak
- Born at Ratnagiri in Maharashtra.
- He was a scholar, philosopher, nationalist etc.
Key Contributions/Work
- Advocated for Swaraj (self-rule) and was one of the first leaders to demand complete independence from British rule.
- Bal Gangadhar Tilak had established the Home Rule League in April 1916 at Belagavi.
- Annie Beasant had also launched a Home Rule League, the two Leagues never merged.
- Founded two newspapers: "Kesari" (in Marathi) and "The Mahratta" (in English).
- He composed the 'Gita Rahasya'
Values
Patriotism, Courage, Perseverance etc.
