History of Nationalism in India under British Rule

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What were some of the struggles faced by Indians under British rule?

Economic hardships, limited job opportunities, and cultural suppression

How did the British colonization impact farmers and artisans in India?

Heavy taxes and lack of fair wages led to financial ruin and exploitation.

What was the Vernacular Press Act and how did it affect Indians?

It restricted local language newspapers that criticized British actions, fueling anti-British sentiments.

How did Lord Lytton's policies contribute to resentment among Indians?

<p>By organizing an extravagant event during a famine, he intensified resentment towards the British.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factors contributed to the unity among Indians against British rule?

<p>Harsh treatment, economic exploitation, and cultural suppression by the British.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the British policies towards educated Indians impact their frustrations?

<p>Limited job opportunities to work for the British administration caused frustration and discontent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The speaker introduces a history lesson on the growth of nationalism in India, highlighting the struggles faced under British ______.

<p>rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

India was initially divided into small princely states where each king considered his own state as his ______.

<p>country</p> Signup and view all the answers

The British colonization led to exploitation and oppression of Indians, resulting in economic hardships, especially for ______ and artisans.

<p>farmers</p> Signup and view all the answers

The British imposed heavy taxes on ______ and artisans, leading to financial ruin and exploitation through high taxes and lack of fair wages.

<p>farmers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Educated Indians were also affected as job opportunities were limited to working for the British administration, causing frustration and ______.

<p>discontent</p> Signup and view all the answers

Lord Lytton's repressive policies, such as the Vernacular Press Act, further fueled anti-British sentiments among Indians by restricting local language newspapers that criticized British ______.

<p>actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

  • The speaker introduces a history lesson on the growth of nationalism in India, highlighting the struggles faced under British rule.
  • India was initially divided into small princely states where each king considered his own state as his country.
  • The British colonization led to exploitation and oppression of Indians, resulting in economic hardships, especially for farmers and artisans.
  • The British imposed heavy taxes on farmers and artisans, leading to financial ruin and exploitation through high taxes and lack of fair wages.
  • Educated Indians were also affected as job opportunities were limited to working for the British administration, causing frustration and discontent.
  • Lord Lytton's repressive policies, such as the Vernacular Press Act, further fueled anti-British sentiments among Indians by restricting local language newspapers that criticized British actions.
  • Lord Lytton's extravagant Delhi Durbar for Queen Victoria's proclamation as Empress of India, during a time of famine and widespread poverty, intensified resentment towards the British.
  • The British's harsh treatment and policies towards Indians, including the Vernacular Press Act, contributed to unity among Indians against British rule.
  • The oppressive actions of the British, such as economic exploitation and cultural suppression, fueled a sense of nationalism and resistance among Indians.
  • The text emphasizes how British colonial rule in India led to a growing sense of unity and national pride among Indians, despite the challenges faced.

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