A Study of the Impact of Lala Har Dayal's Ideological Perspective on the Indian Freedom Struggle

The vision of Lala Har Dayal produced a radical change in the fight for Indian independence. He described it as a worldwide movement including Indians living overseas, not limited to the Indian setting. By means of the Gadar Party, he encouraged Indians to participate in a coordinated fight against the British Empire. His viewpoint awoke Indian society to the concept that freedom should not be restricted to the political sphere but must also include mental and cultural emancipation as he thought the Indian independence struggle needed global backing. His thoughts and the Gadar Party's participation provide the Indian liberation struggle fresh direction.