Chauri Chaura incident, Historical event in India
The Chauri Chaura incident marks a significant event during India's struggle for independence.
On February 4, 1922, a protest turned violent at Chauri Chaura, leading to the burning of a police station and the death of 22 policemen.
The incident led to a halt of the Non-Cooperation Movement by Gandhi, emphasizing non-violence in the freedom struggle.
Chauri Chaura is now a town in the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
The Chauri Chaura centenary celebrations in 2022 marked 100 years since the historic event.
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