1948 in India

In 1948, India experienced significant political, social, and cultural transformations amidst the backdrop of its recent independence from British rule in 1947. The year was marked by the aftermath of the Partition, which had led to widespread communal violence and mass migrations. The assassination of Mahatma Gandhi on January 30 by Nathuram Godse shocked the nation and intensified tensions around religious and national identities. The newly formed Indian government, led by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, focused on nation-building, promoting unity and secularism. Major events included the integration of princely states into the Indian Union and the establishment of foundational policies aimed at addressing social inequalities.