Amit Shah Honours Lokmanya Tilak on Death Anniversary
Why in the news
Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister, remembered Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak on the anniversary of his death, using a post on social media.
Key facts
- Who paid tribute: Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
- Who was honoured: Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, on his death anniversary.
- Medium: a social media post made on the day.
What Shah highlighted
| Idea | Tilak’s role as described |
|---|---|
| Swaraj | Converted into a mass movement |
| Swadeshi | Made a matter of public consciousness |
| Culture | Raised as a source of national pride |
Exam angle
- Title associated with Tilak: Lokmanya.
- Terms linked to him in this news: Swaraj, Swadeshi, culture and national pride.
- Office holder who paid the tribute: Union Home Minister.