How did Indians begin to reject British colonial control and assert their own identity?
(Not American Indians) Thanks :)

They began by following Gandhi's practice of "Ahisma"

Explanation:

Ahisma is the practice of nonviolence. Through nonviolence, they peacefully boycotted British goods and rule. Gandhi, with many others, began fasting and praying several times a day. They also began to collect salt- which was a severe crime at the time. Salt was only meant to be sold, collected, and used by the British even though it was plentiful on the shores of their beaches.

he supported the seperation of church and state. he also promoted religious tolerance.