Why Savarkar STILL Sparks Debate - Untold Indian History With Vikram S | SparX

In this in-depth conversation, historian and author Vikram Sampath discusses his comprehensive two-volume biography on Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, one of India's most debated and influential political thinkers. Tracing Savarkar's journey from a young revolutionary in Maharashtra to his years at India House in London, and eventually to his imprisonment in the Cellular Jail, Vikram explores the ideological, cultural, and political dimensions of Savarkar's life. With a rich narrative supported by extensive research, this discussion sheds light on why Savarkar remains a polarising figure in modern India. Whether you are a student of history, politics, or simply curious about the foundations of contemporary Indian discourse, this episode offers valuable insights into the life and legacy of a man who shaped the trajectory of India's freedom struggle.

Timestamps:
1:42 - Intro
7:15 - Savarkar in the Indian Context
14:26 - Early Days of Veer Savarkar
19:08 - Abhinav Bharat and Time in London
29:18 - Rivalry with Gandhi at India House
39:03 - His Time at Kala Paani Jail
47:15 - Trials of Veer Savarkar
55:50 - His Ideas of Hindutva
58:33 - His Role in the Hindu Mahasabha
1:01:27 - Partition
1:02:58 - Quit India Movement
1:11:49 - Assassination of Gandhi
1:16:48 - Last Days of Veer Savarkar
1:21:17 - Outro

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