By: Megha
Our Zodiac signs have so much to say about our behaviors and personalities and at the same time; the Zodiac signs can inspire us to be our best selves. This Independence Day; find out which freedom fighter you are according to your Zodiac sign and be inspired by true-life stories of courage and patriotism. Read further to know more.
Aries – B. R. Ambedkar
Born on April 14th; B. R. Ambedkar shares his zodiac sign with all other Ariens. This great independence activist also was the principal architect of the Indian Constitution and was a social reformer; fighting for the cause of ‘untouchables’ and Dalits.
Taurus – Gopal Krishna Gokhale
If you were born between April 20th to May 20th; your zodiac sign is Taurus, which you share with Gopal Krishna Gokhale. Gopal Krishna Gokhale was a political leader and a social reformer when India was fighting for independence from the British. Gopal Krishna Gokhale actively campaigned for self-rule and was a freedom struggle leader of great stature.
Gemini – Ram Prasad Bismil
All those born under the Zodiac sign of the Gemini twins can count themselves lucky to share their zodiac with Ram Prasad Bismil; mostly known as Bismil. Bismil was a poet, social reformer and a participant in the Mainpuri Conspiracy and Kakori Conspiracy against the British.
Cancer – Mangal Pandey
If you are a born under the Cancer sign; you share your zodiac sign with Mangal Pandey; a true martyr for the freedom struggle. Mangal Pandey was a soldier who can be credited for playing an active role in a mutiny that sowed the seeds of the Indian Rebellion of 1857. He was executed in retaliation for his mutiny.
Leo – Peshwa Bajirao
It was not only the British that had invaded India; so did the Portuguese and the French. Peshwa Bajirao; a brave Leo warrior is well-known for fighting back Portuguese invaders. Count yourself lucky to be a Leo.
Virgo – Shivaram Rajguru
Shivaram Rajguru was a brave Indian Revolutionary during the British occupation of India. If you are a Virgo; you share your sun sign with Rajguru who assassinated a British Raj police officer and was executed in retaliation.
Libra – Mahatma Gandhi
Librans can count themselves fortunate to share their Zodiac sign with the Father of the Nation; the architect of Indian Independence, which was the first successful freedom struggle won by means of civil disobedience and non-violence.
Scorpio – Vallabhbhai Patel
Vallabhbhai Patel; known fondly as Sardar Patel was not only the first Deputy Prime Minister of India but also a leader in India’s freedom struggle. Vallabhbhai Patel was born under the Scorpio zodiac sign and is a source of inspiration for all others born under this sign.
Sagittarius – Babu Kunwar Singh
Babu Kunwar Singh was a brave leader of the Indian Rebellion of 1857 and a martyr for the cause of Independence. If you are born under the Sagittarius zodiac sign; take inspiration from Babu Kunwar Singh.
Capricorn – Swami Vivekananda
Swami Vivekananda was a freedom activist, social reformer, theologian and great thinker; All individuals born under the Capricorn zodiac sign can find inspiration in Swami Vivekananda.
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Aquarius – Sarojini Naidu
If you were born between January 20th to February 18th; you share your Aquarius Zodiac sign with Sarojini Naidu. Sarojini Naidu was a vocal and brave Indian independence activist and a poet who harnessed the power of the pen to fight our foreign oppressors.
Pisces - Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
If you are a Piscean; you can count yourself as one of the fortunate to share your Zodiac sign with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. This great Maratha warrior is known for sowing the seeds of Indian independence owing to his bravery in the battlefield.
