The Azad Hind Government, also known as the Provisional Government of Free India, was established by Subhas Chandra Bose during World War II with the goal of achieving India's independence from British colonial rule. It was officially formed on October 21, 1943.
When it comes to the opinions of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru about the Azad Hind Government:
Mahatma Gandhi: Mahatma Gandhi had reservations about the methods and associations of Subhas Chandra Bose with Axis powers, including Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan. These powers were involved in violent conflicts, which contradicted Gandhi's principles of nonviolent resistance. Due to this, he did not support the Azad Hind movement and government, as it aligned with countries that went against his core beliefs of nonviolence and truth.
Jawaharlal Nehru: Jawaharlal Nehru, while acknowledging the passion and patriotism behind the Azad Hind movement, had concerns about the intentions of the Axis powers and their compatibility with India's democratic values. He was skeptical of cooperating with nations that lacked democratic principles and respect for human rights. Despite this, Nehru recognized the impact of the Azad Hind movement in rallying support for India's struggle for freedom and raising its profile internationally.
Regarding international recognition, a limited number of countries recognized the Azad Hind Government. It received diplomatic recognition from a few Axis-aligned nations such as Japan, Germany, and Italy. However, the legitimacy and recognition of the Azad Hind Government on the global stage were quite limited, with most nations continuing to support the Indian National Congress and its nonviolent approach led by Mahatma Gandhi.
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