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N. G. Ranga: The Legendary Freedom Fighter and Champion of Indian Farmers - AP Celebrities

  In the annals of India 's freedom struggle and post-independence politics, few figures embody the spirit of rural empowerment as profoundly as N. G. Ranga . Born Gogineni Ranga Nayukulu , this visionary leader dedicated his life to advocating for peasants' rights, challenging colonial oppression, and shaping agrarian policies. Often hailed as the " Father of the Indian Peasant Movement ," Ranga 's six-decade parliamentary career, ideological shifts, and founding of the Swatantra Party mark him as a classical liberal icon. This blog explores his remarkable journey, from humble beginnings in Andhra Pradesh to global recognition, highlighting his enduring impact on farmers and Indian democracy . Early Life and Education: From Rural Roots to Oxford Scholar N. G. Ranga was born on November 7, 1900, in Nidubrolu village, Guntur district , Madras Presidency (now Andhra Pradesh ), into a middle-class family. His father, Nagaiah Gogineni , served as a tehsildar, in...
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