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The Partition of Bengal-The Rise of Assertive Radical Nationalism

ICSE · Class 10 · History & Civics

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Rise of Assertive/Radical Nationalism (1905-1919)

  • By 1905, Early Nationalists' constitutional methods of appeals and petitions had failed to produce concrete results
  • Young leaders like B.G. Tilak, Lajpat Rai, and Bipin Chandra Pal realized the futility of 'beggary' and loyalty to British
  • They believed in more assertive/radical form of nationalism to achieve Swaraj
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Principles and Objectives of Assertive Nationalists

  • Central principle: 'Freedom is the birthright of every Indian' - wanted to drive English out of India
  • Believed in supremacy of Indian culture and need to protect it from British influence
  • Held English responsible for downfall of Indian culture and traditions
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Methods of Assertive Nationalists

  • Swadeshi: Promoting indigenous production and self-reliance, organized bonfires of foreign goods
  • Boycott: Refusing to buy foreign goods, especially British products, to harm their trade
  • National Education: Establishing schools and colleges independent of government control, using vernacular languages
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Contributions of Bal Gangadhar Tilak (1856-1920)

  • Known as 'Father of Assertive/Radical Nationalism in India'
  • Born in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra in Brahmin family
  • Organized Akharas and Lathi Clubs to make youth brave and patriotic

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A new phase of Indian nationalismLord Curzon divided Bengal into twoA movement promoting indigenous goodsThe systematic refusal to buyThe division of Indian National Congress

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