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First World WarIndia and the First World WarPolitical response during warEconomic effects of warEconomic and social distressHuman cost of war periodHome Rule MovementHome Rule Leagues
Card 1First World War

What were the two sides in the First World War?

Answer

The Allied Powers were Britain, France, Italy and Russia. The Central Powers were Germany, Austria-Hungary and Turkey. These two groups fought the war from 1914 to 1918.

Card 2India and the First World War

Why was India affected by the First World War?

Answer

India was a colony of England, so it was drawn into the war to protect British interests. Nationalist leaders opposed this because Indian soldiers were being used without public consent.

Card 3Political response during war

How did Early Nationalists react to the First World War?

Answer

They followed a conciliatory policy and hoped that Britain would grant India Swaraj after the war ended. Their approach was peaceful and based on expectation of reform.

Card 4Economic effects of war

What economic hardship did people face during the war years?

Answer

Prices doubled between 1913 and 1918 because of war expenditure. This caused severe hardship for common people, especially in daily life and household expenses.

Card 5Economic and social distress

What happened to crops and food supply after the war?

Answer

Crops failed in many parts of India in 1918-19 and 1920-21, causing acute food shortages. This was also accompanied by an influenza epidemic.

Card 6Human cost of war period

How many people perished due to famines and the epidemic according to the Census of 1921?

Answer

According to the Census of 1921, 12 to 13 million people perished due to famines and the epidemic. This shows the scale of the suffering during that period.

Card 7Home Rule Movement

What is the Home Rule Movement?

Answer

The Home Rule Movement was a campaign for self-government within the British Empire. Its leaders used constitutional means and worked to create public support for Home Rule after the war.

Card 8Home Rule Leagues

Who started the two Home Rule Leagues in India in 1916?

Answer

One Home Rule League was started by Tilak, and the other was started by Annie Besant and S Subramanya Iyer. Both were formed in 1916.

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