The Ghadr (Ghadar) Party was founded in the early 20th century by Indian expatriates, particularly Punjabis, in North America, particularly San Francisco, as a response to British colonial rule in India. It aimed to incite a revolution against British control by mobilizing Indian immigrants and garnering support for an independent India, reflecting the broader anti-colonial sentiment that was influential during the period. This initiative highlights the transnational dimensions of India's freedom struggle, emphasizing how diasporic communities played a critical role in advocating for political change back home.