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Factors Promoting The Growth of National and Foundation of The Indian National Congress

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Card 1Concept of Nationalism

What is nationalism in the context of Indian freedom movement?

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Nationalism denotes patriotism and love for one's country. In India, it was the feeling that compelled people to overthrow foreign domination and become free. Over time, this doctrine turned into the

Card 2Economic Exploitation

How did British economic exploitation contribute to the growth of nationalism?

Answer

The British exploited India economically by: draining wealth to England, imposing heavy land taxes on peasants, forcing farmers to grow jute and cotton for British factories, exporting raw materials a

Card 3Repressive Colonial Policies

What was Lord Lytton's role in promoting nationalist feelings?

Answer

Lord Lytton (1876-1880) acted as a catalyst for nationalism through: holding the expensive Grand Delhi Durbar during a terrible famine in South India, introducing the repressive Vernacular Press Act (

Card 4Repressive Laws

Define the Vernacular Press Act of 1878 and its impact.

Answer

The Vernacular Press Act forbade vernacular (local language) papers from publishing any material that might excite feelings of dissatisfaction against the British government. Importantly, this Act was

Card 5Ilbert Bill Controversy

What was the Ilbert Bill controversy and why was it significant?

Answer

The Ilbert Bill (1883) sought to abolish judicial disqualification based on racial distinctions, allowing Indian judges to try European offenders. Europeans strongly opposed this, forcing the governme

Card 61857 Revolt Impact

How did the Great Rising of 1857 contribute to nationalist awakening?

Answer

The 1857 revolt created discontent and dissatisfaction among Indians against British rule. Though the revolt was crushed, it gave birth to new political consciousness and strengthened nationalist sent

Card 7British Imperialism Impact

Explain how British imperialism paradoxically promoted Indian unity.

Answer

British rule brought political unity to India from the Himalayas to Cape Comorin under one government. They established a strong central government, uniform system of law and administration, and econo

Card 8Transport and Communication

How did improvements in transport and communication aid the nationalist movement?

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The British built roads, railways, and established post and telegraph offices. These improvements enabled nationalist leaders to carry their message to all parts of the country, allowed people from di

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