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

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Nationalism means patriotism, or love for one’s country. In India, it developed into the belief that the nation deserved independent statehood and freedom from foreign rule.

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British imperialism brought many parts of India under one government. A strong central administration and uniform law and administration created a sense of political unity among Indians.

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The British exploited India’s resources for England’s benefit. They drained wealth to England, imposed heavy taxes, harmed Indian trade and industry, and ignored welfare activities. This created pover…

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British goods were dumped in India at higher prices, while raw materials were exported cheaply to England. This ruined cottage industries and caused artisans and handicraftsmen to lose their livelihoo…

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The Revolt of 1857 showed Indian resistance to British tyranny. Although it failed, it created discontent, increased hatred of British rule, and gave rise to a new political consciousness and national…

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The Vernacular Press Act of 1878 was a repressive colonial policy of Lord Lytton. It restricted vernacular newspapers from publishing material against the British government. It did not apply to Engli…

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The Indian Arms Act of 1878 was a repressive colonial policy of Lord Lytton. It made it a criminal offence for Indians to carry arms without a licence and created a feeling of racial inferiority.

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Lord Lytton’s policies increased Indian resentment. The Grand Delhi Durbar of 1877, held during a terrible famine in south India, the Vernacular Press Act, the Indian Arms Act, reduction of the ICS ag…