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Struggle for Freedom (I)

ICSE · Class 8 · History & Civics

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1. Reasons for the Rise of Nationalism

  • British economic exploitation hurt Indian peasants, industries, and employment.
  • The village economy was shattered and Indian industries declined, causing large-scale unemployment.
  • Indian money was used for British rule and for wars that did not help Indians.
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2. Political Associations and the Indian National Congress

  • Political associations were formed in Presidency towns such as Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras.
  • Important associations included the British Indian Association, the Bombay Association, and the Madras Native Association.
  • These associations wanted Indians to have a share in the administration.
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3. Early Nationalists or Moderates, 1885–1905

  • The first 20 years of the Congress are called the Early Nationalist or Moderate Phase.
  • Prominent leaders were Gopal Krishna Gokhale, Dadabhai Naoroji, S.N. Banerjea, Pherozeshah Mehta, K.T. Telang, and M.G. Ranade.
  • They followed the policy of prayer and petition.
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4. Policies of Lord Lytton

  • Lord Lytton was Viceroy from 1876 to 1880.
  • He introduced repressive policies and laws to make India subservient to British needs.
  • He removed import duties on British goods, which hurt Indian textile industry.

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Patriotism means love for the nationNationalism is the feeling of belongingBritish rule harmed Indian interests throughModern education exposed Indians to westernEnglish and regional newspapers criticised British

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