Shyamji Krishna Varma

Category: Modern Indian History

  • Shyamji Krishna Varma was an Indian revolutionary, lawyer, journalist and nationalist.
  • Born in Mandvi, Kutch, Gujarat.
  • Founded the Indian Home Rule Society in London.
  • He was associated with the establishment of India House in London, which became an important centre for Indian nationalists.
  • Founded and edited the journal The Indian Sociologist.
  • He was a strong advocate of Indian self-rule.
  • He died in Geneva in 1930.
  • His ashes were brought back to India in 2003 and are commemorated at Kranti Teerth, Mandvi.

Prelims Pointers: India House → London | Organisation → Indian Home Rule Society | Journal → The Indian Sociologist | Associated with → Revolutionary nationalism.