1905 in India

The year 1905 in India was marked by significant social, political, and cultural developments against the backdrop of British colonial rule. The year witnessed the partition of Bengal, a move by the British government intended to weaken the burgeoning nationalist movement by creating religious divisions. This partition ignited widespread protests and galvanized political activism among Indian nationalists, including leaders such as Rabindranath Tagore and Bal Gangadhar Tilak. Additionally, the year saw the emergence of the Swadeshi Movement, promoting indigenous goods and boycotting British products. The period was also characterized by cultural renaissance, fostering a resurgence in Indian literature, art, and music, contributing to the broader freedom struggle that would evolve in subsequent decades.