The Indian Independence Movement was a dark period in the history of India. During this dark period, from 1857 to 1947, India struggled to gain independence from the British (tonj.edu). The British were very stubborn; as they repeatedly promised to achieve independence for India during the independence movement, such as during the First World War. However, they never granted them their well-deserved independence (tonj.edu). Fortunately, a man named Mahatma Gandhi helped India achieve its goal of independence. Gandhi is known by the London Times as "the most influential figure India has produced in generations" (mlk-kpp01.standford.edu). The movement for Indian independence, brought about by the British, caused a revolt of the people of India in the Minor Rebellion of 1857, had an effect on the people of India during the formation of the Indian National Congress, during the First World War , during World War II, and emphasized the importance of Indian unity during the movement. The Indian independence movement was started by the British. The British East India Company was established in 1600 by a group of merchants to advance trade with Asia. The British arrived in India in 1608, attracted by India's spices, silks, and cheap labor. The British developed a chain of factories throughout India. By the mid-18th century, the British raked in large sums of money through plunder and manipulation of the Indian people (Chandra 58). During the time of British rule, India had no say in politics and had very little influence on policy and decision making (historylearningsite.co.uk). The British did not want to be part of the Indian nation. The British did not even try to adopt the religion, social habits, language or customs of India. In fact, they d...... middle of paper ...... independence. The Indian Independence Movement emphasized the importance of Indian unity during the movement. The unity helped India gain independence. Their unity and nationalism also played an important role in helping India achieve independence. Unity also helped Gandhi make a positive impact on the independence movement. In conclusion, the Indian independence movement was a success. Although the British repeatedly presented false hopes for India, this did not stop India from trying. Gandhi did everything in his power to ensure that India would one day be free from British rule. Many other things favored in his power, like the Indian National Congress, unity, etc. Gandhi's will and courage to make India an independent country is one of the reasons why he is so revered today..