Chori-Chaura
Chori-Chaura Chori-Chaura incident, also known as Chauri-Chaura Kand, was an event that took place on February 5, 1922, in the Chauri Chaura village, located in the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India. The incident was a major turning point in the Indian independence movement, as it led to the suspension of the non-cooperation movement launched by Mahatma Gandhi. The non-cooperation movement was launched in 1920, with the goal of achieving self-rule for India through peaceful means. The movement was marked by widespread protests and acts of civil disobedience, such as the boycott of British goods and institutions. The Chauri Chaura incident occurred during one such protest, where a large group of demonstrators clashed with the police, leading to the death of 22 police officers. The incident, which was a result of a misunderstanding and the lack of proper leadership, deeply affected Mahatma Gandhi, who was leading the non-cooperation movement. He was shocked by the violence and i...