Gandhi and the Indian Independence Movement

This lesson focuses on how India secured its independence from Britain and, the significance of the role played by Gandhi.

This lesson is part of a wider scheme of work focussed on the British Empire and, whether we should be “proud” of its legacy.

This lesson would normally be taught after the first India lesson focussed on the impact of British rule but it could be taught as stand alone.

The lesson covers a timeline of key events throughout the 20th century (including the Salt March, the Bengal Famine etc) and then asks pupils to link each event to the key beliefs and philosophies of Gandhi.

The lesson culminates in asking pupils to come to a judgement over the most significant reason for India achieving its independence. There is also a GCSE style question as a plenary (AQA) but this could be easily adapted for other exam boards.