Who among the following was the founder of ‘Tiger Legion' or ‘Free India Legion'?
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Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier I 2023
Vinayak Damodar Savarkar
Incorrect AnswerSubhas Chandra Bose
Correct AnswerSohan Singh Bhakhna
Incorrect AnswerLala Hardayal
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- Option 1: Vinayak Damodar Savarkar
- Known as a freedom fighter and revolutionary.
- Prominent in advocating for Hindutva.
- Not directly linked to the founding of the Tiger Legion.
- Option 2: Subhas Chandra Bose
- A prominent Indian nationalist leader.
- Founded the Indian National Army (INA) during World War II.
- He was instrumental in establishing the Free India Legion, also known as the Tiger Legion, in association with the German forces.
- Option 3: Sohan Singh Bhakhna
- An influential figure in the Ghadar Party.
- Promoted anti-British sentiments outside India.
- Not connected to the Tiger Legion.
- Option 4: Lala Hardayal
- A freedom fighter known for his work with the Ghadar Party.
- Focused on revolutionary activities in North America.
- Did not establish the Tiger Legion.
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By: Parvesh Mehta