1914 in India

The year 1914 was a significant period in Indian history marked by the onset of World War I, which influenced political and social dynamics within the subcontinent. As Britain entered the war in August, India, as part of the British Empire, mobilized resources and troops to support the Allied Powers. The Indian National Congress, amidst growing nationalist sentiments, experienced internal divisions regarding support for the war, with leaders such as Bal Gangadhar Tilak advocating involvement. The year also saw a rise in anti-colonial sentiments, as various social movements began to coalesce around demands for greater self-governance. Additionally, significant events such as the formation of the Home Rule League underscored the burgeoning struggle for independence from British colonial rule.