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  • 13 September, 2025

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Vithalbhai Patel

  • The Delhi Legislative Assembly recently held a two-day conference titled ‘Vithalbhai Patel: His Role in Shaping India's Constitution and Legislative Institutions’ in New Delhi.

  • The conference highlighted Vithalbhai Patel’s contributions to India’s constitutional and legislative framework.

About Vithalbhai Patel

  • Born: 27 September 1873

  • Relation: Elder brother of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  • Political Career:

    • Early political leader and co-founder of the Swaraj Party along with Chittaranjan Das and Motilal Nehru.

    • Entered politics before his younger brother Vallabhbhai Patel.

    • Initially part of the Indian National Congress, though he wasn’t always aligned with Gandhi’s methods.

    • Won a seat in the Bombay Legislative Council with support from followers.

    • After the Chauri Chaura incident and the end of the Non-cooperation Movement in 1922, he left Congress to form the Swaraj Party.

    • The Swaraj Party aimed to enter legislative councils and disrupt British governance from within.

    • Known for his oratory skills and sharp wit, gaining popularity among the masses.

    • Elected to the Central Legislative Assembly in 1923 and became its President (Speaker) in 1925 — the first Indian to hold this position.

  • Legacy:

    • He drew international attention to India’s independence movement, lighting the flame of freedom both domestically and abroad.

  • Death: Died on 22 October 1933 in Geneva, Switzerland.

Source: THE HINDU


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