India's independence refers to the country's liberation from British colonial rule on August 15, 1947. This significant event followed a long struggle for freedom, marked by various movements and protests led by figures such as Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. The Indian National Congress and other organizations played crucial roles in advocating for self-rule and civil rights. The independence movement was characterized by non-violent resistance and civil disobedience, which aimed to challenge British authority. The end of colonial rule resulted in the partition of India into two nations, India and Pakistan, leading to significant social and political changes in the region.