role of literature in freedom struggle

Lala Lajpat Rai and his contributions

Lala Lajpat Rai was not only a prominent freedom fighter but also an influential writer and journalist who used literature to promote nationalism and social reform. Through newspapers, journals, and books, he exposed the economic and political exploitation under British rule and emphasized the need for national education and social upliftment. His works such as England’s Debt to India, Young India, and The Story of My Deportation connected India’s struggle with global movements for freedom. His writings played a vital role in shaping political awareness and inspiring participation in the Indian independence movement.