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AL2421 :: The Natal Indian Congress (NIC) Collection

Collection No: AL2421
Title: The Natal Indian Congress (NIC) Collection
Creator: Inventory prepared by Razia Saleh
Publisher: SAHA
Inclusive Dates: 1971 - 1990
Extent: 1 linear metre (10 archival boxes); 63 slides
Language: English
Acquisition: Accession Number: 93-009
Access Restrictions: This collection is open for research
Use Restrictions: Copyright restrictions may apply. See SAHA copyright statement for Use Restrictions.
Copyright: Finding Aid: © The South African History Archive (SAHA)
Created: 18 June 2009
Abstract: Formed in 1894 by Mahatma Gandhi to fight discrimination against Indian traders in Natal, the Natal Indian Congress (NIC), together with the Transvaal Indian Congress and the Cape Indian Congress went on to form the South African Indian Congress (SAIC). Although never banned, harassment of its leadership and repressive conditions brought an end to its activities, which were only revived again in 1971. This collection mainly reflects the activities of the organisation since its revival in 1971.