Causes of Nationalism in India (1885-1947)

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What was the main reason for the emergence of nationalism in India?

Political, Economic and Administrative Unification (correct)

Development of Media, Newspaper and Magazines

Socio-religious reform movements

Impact of Western Education

How did the British unify India administratively?

By promoting the use of the English language

By demolishing the rural economy and introducing modern trade and industries

By establishing a unified system of government throughout the country (correct)

By developing the railways, telegraph, and postal systems

What was the impact of the extension of Western education in the 19th century?

It helped freedom fighters from different linguistic regions interact with each other

It led to a large number of Indians adopting a modern, secular, democratic and nationalist political perspective (correct)

It led to the growth of socio-religious reform movements

It facilitated the development of means of transport and communication

How did the development of means of transport and communication contribute to the emergence of nationalism in India?

It helped in the unification of the country's economic life Signup and view all the answers

How did the extension and fame of the English language contribute to the emergence of nationalism in India?

It helped freedom fighters from different linguistic regions interact with each other Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT mentioned as a reason for the emergence of nationalism in India?

Spread of Hinduism Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the socio-religious reform movements on Indian nationalism?

They brought different groups of society together. Signup and view all the answers

How did the development of media, newspapers, and magazines contribute to the emergence of Indian nationalism?

They played a memorable role in rallying public opinion, coordinating political movements, and fostering nationalism. Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the British's exploited policies on the expansion of political unions in India?

The exploited policies were superintendent for the expansion of political unions. Signup and view all the answers

How did the emergence of the English-educated intelligentsia contribute to the rise of Indian nationalism?

The English-educated intelligentsia formed the core for the newly-arising political disruption and yielded the leadership to the Indian political guild. Signup and view all the answers

How did the development of means of transport and communication contribute to the emergence of Indian nationalism?

The development of transport and communication expedited the emergence of a national movement in India. Signup and view all the answers

How did the national movements outside India contribute to the emergence of Indian nationalism?

The national movements outside India, such as the Russian Revolution and the French Revolution, galvanized the Indian nationalists. Signup and view all the answers

Causes of Nationalism in India (1885-1947)

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