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Bidadari Resolutions
The Bidadari Resolutions were set of resolutions adopted by the nascent Indian National Army in April 1942 that declared the formation of the INA and its aim to launch an armed struggle for Indian independence. The resolution was declared at a prisoner-of-war camp at the Bidadari (Bidadri PoW camp) in Singapore during Japanese occupation of the island. Fall of Singapore The fall of Singapore on 15 February 1942 brought under the Japanese occupation approximately 45,000 Indian PoWs. The surrender of these PoWs were accepted by Major Fujiwara Iwaichi, separately from that of British PoWs, on the morning of 17th at Farrer Park Field. Fujiwara passed on their command to Mohan Singh, who had formulated the conception of a liberation army for India's Independence, accepted their command and invited the PoWs to join his proposed army. A large number of the troops volunteered. Following this, the plans to formally establish the Indian National Army as the armed unit of the Indian Inde ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Indian National Army
The Indian National Army (INA; ''Azad Hind Fauj'' ; 'Free Indian Army') was a collaborationist armed force formed by Indian collaborators and Imperial Japan on 1 September 1942 in Southeast Asia during World War II. Its aim was to secure Indian independence from British rule. It fought alongside Japanese soldiers in the latter's campaign in the Southeast Asian theatre of WWII. The army was first formed in 1942 under Rash Behari Bose by Indian PoWs of the British Indian Army captured by Japan in the Malayan campaign and at Singapore. This first INA, which had been handed over to Rash Behari Bose, collapsed and was disbanded in December that year after differences between the INA leadership and the Japanese military over its role in Japan's war in Asia. Rash Behari Bose handed over INA to Subhas Chandra Bose. It was revived under the leadership of Subhas Chandra Bose after his arrival in Southeast Asia in 1943. The army was declared to be the army of Bose's ''Arzi Hukumat-e- ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1942 In India
Events in the year 1942 in India. Incumbents * Emperor of India – George VI * Viceroy of India – Victor Hope, 2nd Marquess of Linlithgow Events * National income - 56,597 million * February – Visit of Generalissimo Chiang Kai Shek of China (Commander of Allied forces for Asia China sector) amidst impending pressure of Japanese attack on Burma. Meets Congress top leaders to seek India's participation in war. * 8 Mar – Japanese army enters Rangoon. British necessity to break Indian political deadlock. * 22 Mar – Arrival of The Cripps mission, proposals /declaration made public on 30 Mar but are rejected by Congress and all other parties except Muslim League.''Everyman's Dictionary of Dates''; 6th ed. J. M. Dent, 1971; p. 263 * 14 July- Wardha working committee meeting reiterated demand for Britons leaving India. * 8 August – Quit India resolution was passed by the Bombay session of the AICC, which led to the start of a historical civil disobedience movement across ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
South-East Asian Theatre Of World War II
The South-East Asian Theatre of World War II consisted of the campaigns of the Pacific War in the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, Indochina, Burma, India, Malaya and Singapore between 1941 to 1945. Japan attacked British and American territories with near-simultaneous offensives against Southeast Asia and the Central Pacific on 7/8 December 1941. Action in this theatre ended when Japan announced an intent to surrender on 15 August 1945. The formal surrender of Japan ceremony took place on 2 September 1945. Outbreak of hostilities Conflict in this theatre began when the Empire of Japan invaded French Indochina in September 1940 and rose to a new level following the Attack on Pearl Harbor, and simultaneous attacks on Hong Kong, the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore and Malaya on 7 and 8 December 1941. The main landing at Singora (now Songkhla) on the east side of the Isthmus of Kra preceded the bombing of Pearl Harbor by several hours. Although Japan declared war on th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of Indian Organisations In Singapore
Among the population of Indians in Singapore there are many organisations and societies of a religious, cultural, social, educational, professional, business and sporting nature. Religious organisations Indian-origin religions Government bodies * Hindu Advisory Board * Hindu Endowments Board * Sikh Advisory Board Unity organisations * Global Association of Dharma-Dhamma Organisations, Singapore chapter * Dharma Dhamma Conference, Singapore delegation Place of worship =Buddhist temples= * Palelai Buddhist Temple * Sakya Muni Buddha Gaya Temple * Sri Lankaramaya Buddhist Temple * Wat Ananda Metyarama Thai Buddhist Temple =Hindu temples= * Darma Muneeswaran Temple * Sree Guru Raghavendra Seva Samajam * Shree Lakshmi Narayan Temple * Sree Maha Mariamman Temple * Sree Ramar Temple * Sri Arasakesari Sivan Temple * Sri Arulmigu Murugan Temple * Sri Holy Tree Bala Subramaniam Temple * Sri Krishna Bhagawan Temple * Sri Layan Sithi Vinayagar Temple * Sri Manmatha Karuneshva ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of Hindu Temples In Singapore
This is a list of Hindu temples in Singapore. A characteristic of most temples is the presence of ''murtis'' (or statues) of the Hindu deity to whom the temple is dedicated. They are usually dedicated to a single presiding deity, and other deities associated with the main deity. Exceptionally, some temples are dedicated to several deities, and others are dedicated to ''murtis'' in an aniconic form. The following temple list is classified according to the main deity of the temple Ganesha / Vinayagar temples *Sri Layan Sithi Vinayagar Temple, 78 Keong Siak Road, Singapore 089167 * Sri Senpaga Vinayagar Temple, 19 Ceylon Road, Singapore 429613 *Loyang Tua Pek Kong Vinayagar Temple, 20, Loyang Way, Singapore 508774 Shiva temples *Sri Arasakesari Sivan Temple, 25 Sungei Kadut Avenue, Singapore 729679 *Sri Manmatha Karuneshvarar Temple, 226 Kallang Road, Singapore 339096 * Sri Siva Durga Temple (formerly Sri Sivan Temple), 8 Potong Pasir Avenue 2, Singapore 358362 *Sri Siva Krishna ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Indian Singaporeans
Indian Singaporeans (Tamil: ') are Singaporeans of Indian or South Asian ancestry, who constitute 9.0% of the country's citizens, making them the third largest ancestry and ethnic group in Singapore. While contact with ancient India left a deep impact on Singapore's indigenous Malay culture, the mass settlement of Indians on the island only began with the founding of modern Singapore by the British in 1819. Initially, the Indian population was transient, mainly comprising young men who came as workers, soldiers and convicts. By the mid-20th century, a settled community had emerged, with a more balanced gender ratio and a better spread of age groups. Indian Singaporeans are linguistically and religiously diverse, with ethnic Tamils and Hindus forming majorities. The Indo-Singaporean culture has endured and evolved over almost 200 years. By the 1990s, it had grown somewhat distinct from contemporary South Asian cultures, even as Indian elements became diffused within a broader ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Indianisation
Indianisation also known as Indianization, may refer to the spread of Indian languages, culture, diaspora, cuisines, economic reach and impact since India is one of the greatest influencers since ancient times and the current century has been called the Indian Century. Indian culture Historical spread of Indian culture beyond India proper: * Indomania or Indophilia refers to the special interest that Indian culture has generated in the world, more specifically the western world. * Greater India ** Indosphere ** Sanskritisation ** institutions with Sanskrit mottos * Indianization of Southeast Asia ** Indianized kingdom ** History of Indian influence on Southeast Asia *** South-East Asia campaign of Rajendra Chola I *** Chola invasion of Srivijaya *** Indian influences in early Philippine polities ** East Indies or Indies in Southeast Asia under Indian cultural influence, e.g. Indonesia and Philippines ** Indochina, Indianized Southeast Asia under French colonial rule India ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Indian Diaspora
Overseas Indians (IAST: ), officially Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) are Indians who live outside of the Republic of India. According to the Government of India, ''Non-Resident Indians'' are citizens of India who are not living in the country, while the term ''People of Indian Origin'' are people of Indian birth or ancestry who are not citizens of India, but are citizens of other nations and may additionally have Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI), with those having the OCI status known as ''Overseas Citizens of India''. According to a Ministry of External Affairs report, there are 32 million NRIs and OCIs residing outside India and overseas Indians comprise the world's largest overseas diaspora. Every year 2.5 million (25 lakhs) Indians migrate overseas, which is the highest annual number of migrants in the world. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hinduism In South East Asia
Hinduism in Southeast Asia had a profound impact on the region's cultural development and its history. As the Indic scripts were introduced from India, people of Southeast Asia entered the historical period by producing their earliest inscriptions around the 1st to 5th century CE. Today, Hindus in Southeast Asia are mainly Overseas Indians and Balinese. There are also Javanese (also other minorities of Indonesia) and Balamon Cham minority in Cambodia and southern Vietnam who also practice Hinduism. Hindu civilization, which itself formed from various distinct cultures and peoples, including also early Southeast Asian, specifically Mon Khmer influence, was adopted and assimilated into the indigenous social construct and statehood of Southeast Asian regional polity. Through the formation of Indianized kingdoms, small indigenous polities led by petty chieftain were transformed into major kingdoms and empires led by a Maharaja with statecraft akin to India. It gave birth to the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
History Of Singaporean Indians
The history of Singaporean Indians refers to the pattern of ethnic Indian migration and settlement in Singapore from 1819 to the present day. It also includes the social and political history of the Indian community in Singapore during this period. Pre-colonial antecedents Ancient India exerted a profound influence over Southeast Asia through trade, religious missions, wars, and other forms of contact. Pre-colonial Singapore was part of ' Indianized Kingdoms' like Srivijaya and the Majapahit, which formed part of a cultural region known as Greater India. Before the spread of Islam, Singapore and the rest of the Malay World was Hindu-Buddhist. One of the most extensive and enduring Indian influences in Malay culture is the vast number of Indian loan words in the Malay language. Indian influence is also seen in symbols and mythology associated with ancient Singapore. The name 'Singapore' is derived from a Sanskrit term meaning 'Lion City'. The Sejarah Melayu or Malay Annals d ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
History Of Indian Influence On Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia was in the Indian sphere of cultural influence from 290 BCE to the 15th century CE, when Hindu-Buddhist influences were incorporated into local political systems. Kingdoms in the southeast coast of the Indian Subcontinent had established trade, cultural and political relations with Southeast Asian kingdoms in Burma, Thailand, Indonesia, Malay Peninsula, Philippines, Cambodia and Champa. This led to the Indianisation and Sanskritisation of Southeast Asia within the Indosphere, Southeast Asian polities were the Indianised Hindu-Buddhist Mandala (polities, city states and confederacies). Indian culture itself arose from various distinct cultures and peoples, also including early Southeast Asian, specifically Austroasiatic influence onto early Indians. A reason for the acceptance of Indian culture and religious traditions in Southeast Asia was because Indian culture already had similarities to indigenous cultures of Southeast Asia, which can be explained by earlier Sou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
