A leading figure in the Push for Indian Independence and the founder of the Indian National Congress was Jawaharlal Nehru. He played a crucial role in advocating for self-rule and civil rights during the British colonial period. Nehru's leadership in the Congress party greatly influenced the movement for India's independence, alongside figures like Mahatma Gandhi. His vision for a free India included social reform, economic development, and secular governance. After independence in 1947, Nehru became the first Prime Minister of India, shaping the nation’s policies and international positioning for decades.