Archive · 4 Oct 2025
RSS's Century of Growth and Resilience Celebrated
The RSS, a large organization, recently turned 100 years old.
Despite facing early opposition from the British government and later bans by the Indian government, it has grown over time.
Initially criticized, it has gained support from many people, including those who once opposed it.
This long survival is due to the goodwill of millions.
In the 1960s, even Jawaharlal Nehru acknowledged their patriotic efforts, and the RSS members participated in the Republic Day parade.
The RSS celebrated its 100th anniversary.
The organization faced challenges early on, including bans and criticism.
RSS's strength has grown over the past century.
Prominent leaders once opposed restrictions against it.
The RSS gained support over time.
- Who
- Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)
- What
- Celebrated its 100th anniversary and faced historical challenges
- When
- October 2nd
- Where
- Globally
- Why
- To mark the 100th anniversary of the RSS
Critics
Supporters
Early Criticism
Critics
Early critics, including Nehruvians and communists, demonized the RSS.
Supporters
The RSS had a strong following among the public.
- Organization
- Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)
- Milestone
- 100th Anniversary
- Trending Hashtag
- #RSS@100
- Early Challenges
- British government curbs in the 1930s, a ban in 1948
- Support
- Goodwill of millions, support from leaders like Jayaprakash Narayan
