- The party was founded in 1913 by Indian immigrants, largely Punjabis, who were living on the Pacific Coast of North America (USA and Canada). - Its main objective was to overthrow British rule in India through armed revolution. - Prominent leaders included Lala Har Dayal, Sohan Singh Bhakna, and Kartar Singh Sarabha.
The party's newspaper, 'Hindustan Ghadar', was published in various Indian languages from its headquarters. 4. Where was the Ghadar Party formed ?
Asked in GPSC Prelims CSP 1 2017 · Topic: Revolutionary Activities Outside India (Formation and activities of the Ghadar Party in North America)
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