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Also Known As Deshbandhu
Born November 5, 1870 • India
Died June 16, 1925 (aged 54) • Darjeeling • India
Founder Swaraj Party
Political Affiliation Indian National Congress • Swaraj Party
Role In noncooperation movement

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