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What factors contributed to the dissatisfaction with British rule in the 1870s and 1880s?
What factors contributed to the dissatisfaction with British rule in the 1870s and 1880s?
Legislation like the Arms Act and the Vernacular Press Act, along with the controversy surrounding the Ilbert Bill, fueled dissatisfaction among Indians.
What was the Indian National Congress's vision for representation?
What was the Indian National Congress's vision for representation?
The Indian National Congress aimed to represent the interests of all communities in India.
How did World War I economically alter India?
How did World War I economically alter India?
The war led to increased defense expenditure and raised taxes, resulting in high prices and benefiting Indian industry.
What was the demand of the Muslim League resolution of 1940?
What was the demand of the Muslim League resolution of 1940?
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What does sovereignty mean in the context of Indian self-governance?
What does sovereignty mean in the context of Indian self-governance?
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When were the Arms Act and the Vernacular Press Act enacted?
When were the Arms Act and the Vernacular Press Act enacted?
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What role did women play in the Indian freedom movement?
What role did women play in the Indian freedom movement?
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Why was the Ilbert Bill significant in the 1880s?
Why was the Ilbert Bill significant in the 1880s?
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What was the impact of women's participation in the freedom struggle on their societal roles?
What was the impact of women's participation in the freedom struggle on their societal roles?
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Identify two important developments in India during the mid-1920s.
Identify two important developments in India during the mid-1920s.
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Why did the Muslim League demand ‘Independent States’ for Muslims?
Why did the Muslim League demand ‘Independent States’ for Muslims?
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How did the Congress's actions in the late 1930s affect the Muslim League's position?
How did the Congress's actions in the late 1930s affect the Muslim League's position?
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What role did the provincial elections of 1946 play in the partition of India?
What role did the provincial elections of 1946 play in the partition of India?
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What was the British cabinet mission's suggestion regarding India's political framework?
What was the British cabinet mission's suggestion regarding India's political framework?
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What were the consequences of Congress's inability to mobilize Muslim masses in the 1930s?
What were the consequences of Congress's inability to mobilize Muslim masses in the 1930s?
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Why was the partition of India seen as inevitable by the end of World War II?
Why was the partition of India seen as inevitable by the end of World War II?
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Study Notes
British Rule Dissatisfaction
- Dissatisfaction with British rule intensified in the 1870s and 1880s.
- The Arms Act of 1878 prohibited Indians from possessing arms.
- The Vernacular Press Act of 1878 curbed criticism of the government, allowing asset seizure of newspapers.
- The Ilbert Bill (1883), which sought equality between British and Indian judges, faced strong British opposition, leading to its withdrawal, highlighting British prejudice.
Indian National Congress's Representation
- The Indian National Congress aimed to represent all Indian communities.
World War I's Economic Impact on India
- War significantly increased India's defense spending and taxes.
- Inflation rose, impacting common people.
- Increased demand for Indian goods and reduced imports stimulated Indian industry, benefiting business groups.
Muslim League's 1940 Resolution
- The Muslim League's 1940 resolution sought independent states for Muslims in northwestern and eastern India, without explicitly mentioning partition or the name "Pakistan."
Sovereignty
- Sovereignty implies the Indian people's right to decide their own affairs.
Arms Act and Vernacular Press Act Dates
- The Arms Act and Vernacular Press Act were passed in 1878.
Women's Contribution to the Freedom Struggle
- Women from diverse backgrounds actively participated in the national movement, from young to old, urban to rural.
- Their involvement strengthened the struggle giving them a vital role.
Mid-1920s Developments
- The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and the Communist Party of India emerged in the mid-1920s.
Muslim League's Demand for Separate States
- The Muslim League's shift towards defining Muslims as a separate nation, perhaps influenced by earlier tensions and the 1937 provincial elections, prompted the demand for independent states.
- The League's belief that Muslims were consistently a minority and lacked representation in a democratic India heightened their apprehension.
- Congress's rejection of joint Congress-League governments and failure to mobilize Muslim support also fueled the League's demands.
- Congress's position in the wake of the 1945-1946 elections and the British Cabinet Mission's recommendation, further complicated the situation. Partition gradually became more likely.
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This quiz explores the dissatisfaction with British rule in India during the late 19th century, the actions of the Indian National Congress, the economic repercussions of World War I, and the Muslim League's 1940 resolution. Test your knowledge on key events and policies that shaped India's struggle for independence.
