Summary: The book "Freedom Struggle" by Bipan Chandra, Amales Tripathi, and Barun De, published by National Book Trust, India, details the impact of British rule in India and the stages of British imperialism over nearly 200 years. The text covers the evolution of British policies, the rise of national movements, and the struggle for freedom, highlighting key events such as the Swadeshi movement, civil disobedience, and the Quit India movement. The authors discuss the role of different groups in the freedom struggle, including peasants, workers, and intellectuals, and the challenges faced, such as communal tensions and ideological differences within the nationalist movement. The book also outlines the achievements of freedom, the challenges of partition, and the initial steps towards building a democratic and socialist society in post-independence India. Throughout the narrative, the authors emphasize the need for unity, perseverance, and commitment to social change in the quest for freedom and political empowerment.