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Indonesian National Awakening

When Indonesia was ruled by other countries, like the Dutch, the people in Indonesia didn't have much say in how their country was run. But as time went on, some people in Indonesia started to realize that they wanted their country to be independent, and they wanted to make changes to make it a better place for everyone.

This is what we call the Indonesian National Awakening. It's like when you wake up from a nap and you feel energized and ready to do things!

During this time, people in Indonesia started to learn more about their own culture and history. They wanted to celebrate their traditions and beliefs, and they wanted to promote the Indonesian language and literature.

Some important people during the Indonesian National Awakening were figures like Raden Ajeng Kartini, who fought for women's rights and education for girls, and Soekarno, who became the first president of Indonesia when it became independent.

The Indonesian National Awakening was a really important time in Indonesian history, because it helped to spark a sense of pride and identity in the people of Indonesia. It helped them to come together and fight for their independence, and it also paved the way for the country's future development and progress.