Question
Write the contributions of Workers to the Quit India, movement.
Answer
During the Quit India Movement, workers played a crucial role in the struggle for India’s independence. They actively participated in various forms of protests, including strikes, demonstrations, and rallies. The workers of Bombay carried out a successful strike in August 1942, which brought the city to a standstill. The Chittagong uprising, led by Surya Sen, had the active participation of workers, who were involved in the planning and execution of the rebellion. The railway workers in particular played a key role in disrupting the transportation network across the country. The textile workers in Ahmedabad also participated in the movement and carried out strikes. The workers’ contribution to the Quit India Movement showed their commitment to the cause of freedom and their determination to achieve it at any cost. Their actions also demonstrated the close link between the labour movement and the struggle for independence in India.
