Two Years National Government in Medinipur: A Historical Study

Abstract: In the history of the anti-British movement in India, Medinipur district in the south-western part of the Bengal province is a district that played an exceptional role in every stage of struggle. The anti-British struggle in the district was conducted through non-violent, violent, constructive and reformist methods. A notable event of the Quit India movement in 1942 the parallel national governments was established in some parts of the country. The main aim of this study is to analyze the emergence, functioning, and historical significance of the Tamralipta National Government (1942–1944) in Medinipur district during the Quit India Movement, and to assess its role as an alternative system of governance under colonial rule. Analyzing the primary and secondary data, it was found that among the national governments, the Santara of Maharashtra lasted the longest, but the Tamralipta National Government of Medinipur was the most organized and successful in fulfilling the aspirations of the people. By studying this article, the present and future generation will be able to better understand the history of the formation and functioning of the Tamralipta national government of Medinipur in subjugated India and compare it with the administrative functions and activities of independent India.Key Words: National Government, Medinipur, Sarbadhinayk, Tamralipta Jatiya Sarkar.