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Indian National Congress Establishment

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Why was the demand for Indianisation of the administration raised?

To combat racism and reduce the concentration of power in white officials. (correct)

To exclude Indians from positions of responsibility and maintain British dominance.

To create opportunities for British officials and expand their power in India.

To increase the wealth drain to England and promote British rule.

What economic issues were raised by the early Congress leaders?

Increase in land revenue and exports of grains to Europe.

Decrease in military expenditure and more funds for irrigation.

Increase in exports and decrease in revenue for infrastructure development.

Reducing revenue, cutting military expenditure, and increasing irrigation funds. (correct)

What were some demands made by the early Congress regarding the judiciary?

Abolishing the judiciary system completely.

Combining the judiciary with the executive branch.

Separation of the judiciary from the executive. (correct)

Giving more power to the executive over the judiciary.

How did the Moderate leaders aim to develop public awareness about British rule?

By criticizing British rule through newspapers, articles, and speeches. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did the Congress think was necessary to make the British government aware of Indian sentiments?

Expressing demands and making Indians aware of British ideals. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of British rule on poverty according to the early Congress?

British rule increased poverty and led to famines. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who among the following individuals was a retired British official that played a part in bringing Indians together for the establishment of the Indian National Congress?

A.O. Hume (A) Signup and view all the answers

What city did the 72 delegates from all over India meet in to establish the Indian National Congress in December 1885?

Bombay (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which leader, settled in London and a member of the British Parliament, guided the younger nationalists during the early years of the Indian National Congress?

Dadabhai Naoroji (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main objective of the Indian National Congress during its first twenty years?

Greater voice for Indians in government and administration (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did the Indian National Congress demand in terms of civil service examinations during its early years?

Introduce exams for Indians in India (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which region did most of the early leadership of the Indian National Congress come from?

Calcutta (D) Signup and view all the answers