The Champaran Satyagraha was a significant movement led by Mahatma Gandhi in 1917 in the Champaran district of Bihar, India. It aimed to address the grievances of local farmers who were forced to grow indigo under oppressive conditions imposed by British planters. The farmers faced exploitation and were often subjected to unfair practices, leading to widespread discontent. Gandhi's intervention marked his first active involvement in Indian politics. He organized a non-violent protest, gathering evidence of the farmers' plight and advocating for their rights. The movement successfully pressured the British government to form an inquiry committee, ultimately leading to reforms that improved the conditions for the farmers.