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Aurobindo Ghosh

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Aurobindo Ghosh (1872-1950) was an Indian nationalist, philosopher, and spiritual leader who played a significant role in India's independence movement before becoming one of the most influential spiritual philosophers of the 20th century. Educated in England, he returned to India and became involved in revolutionary activities against British rule, particularly during the partition of Bengal in 1905. After a year in prison in 1908-1909 following the Alipore Bomb Case, Aurobindo underwent a spiritual transformation and withdrew from active politics in 1910, moving to Pondicherry. There he developed his philosophy of 'integral yoga' and established the Sri Aurobindo Ashram.

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What role did Aurobindo Ghosh play in the Indian independence movement?

Aurobindo advocated complete independence and wrote influential nationalist journalism for publications including Bande Mataram. He also helped shape the assertive wing of the movement during the agitation against the 1905 partition of Bengal.

Why was Aurobindo tried in the Alipore Bomb Case?

British authorities accused him of involvement in a revolutionary conspiracy after the 1908 Muzaffarpur bombing. He was acquitted in 1909 after a major trial in which Chittaranjan Das led his defense.

Why did Aurobindo move to Pondicherry?

He moved in 1910 to Pondicherry, then a French territory, after withdrawing from active nationalist politics. There he developed his spiritual philosophy and the practice he called Integral Yoga.

What are Sri Aurobindo's best-known writings?

His major philosophical works include The Life Divine and The Synthesis of Yoga. He also wrote Savitri, a long epic poem that he revised over many years.

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