India's Efforts for the Early Freedom of Indonesia

Background:
Indonesia was a Dutch colony for 350 years until World War II. After Japan occupied the country during the war, Indonesian nationalists declared independence in 1945. However, the Dutch sought to regain control of their colony, leading to a four-year armed conflict known as the Indonesian National Revolution.

India's Efforts:
India, under Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, supported Indonesia's struggle for independence and made earnest efforts to convene an international conference to discuss the issue. In 1949, India hosted the Asian Relations Conference in New Delhi, which was attended by representatives from various Asian countries, including Indonesia.

At the conference, Nehru called for a peaceful resolution of the Indonesian crisis and urged the Dutch to grant Indonesia its independence. The conference also provided an opportunity for Indonesian leaders, such as Mohammad Hatta and Sutan Sjahrir, to meet with other Asian leaders and garner support for their cause.

Nehru's efforts to bring attention to Indonesia's struggle for independence helped to raise international awareness of the issue and put pressure on the Dutch to negotiate with the Indonesians. In 1949, the Dutch finally recognized Indonesia's independence, and the country became the Republic of Indonesia.

Conclusion:
India's efforts to convene an international conference and support Indonesia's struggle for independence were instrumental in bringing attention to the issue and putting pressure on the Dutch to grant Indonesia its independence. The Asian Relations Conference provided a platform for Asian leaders to discuss issues of mutual concern and fostered a sense of solidarity among Asian nations.