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According to Lala Lajpat Rai, what was the main reason behind the establishment of Congress?
According to Lala Lajpat Rai, what was the main reason behind the establishment of Congress?
- To safeguard the interests of the British Empire. (correct)
- To promote democracy in India.
- To protect India from external invasions.
- To advocate for independence from British rule.
What is the essence of the myth discussed in the text?
What is the essence of the myth discussed in the text?
- Congress was founded to primarily serve the interests of the British Empire.
- The imminent violent revolution in India was averted by the establishment of Congress. (correct)
- The true purpose of the Congress was to gain political freedom for India.
- The extremist leaders of Congress wanted to overthrow the British Empire.
How did Rajni Pal Dutt challenge the myth of Congress being a 'safety valve'?
How did Rajni Pal Dutt challenge the myth of Congress being a 'safety valve'?
- By suggesting that Congress was established as a tool to suppress popular discontent. (correct)
- By proving that Congress was a revolutionary organization from its inception.
- By emphasizing that Congress aimed to overthrow the British government.
- By highlighting Congress's commitment to promoting national character.
What was the view of liberal writers regarding the establishment of Congress?
What was the view of liberal writers regarding the establishment of Congress?
How did extremist leader Lala Lajpat Rai criticize the moderate party of Congress?
How did extremist leader Lala Lajpat Rai criticize the moderate party of Congress?
What transformation did the Congress undergo over time, according to the text?
What transformation did the Congress undergo over time, according to the text?
Why was the Indian National Congress established in December 1885?
Why was the Indian National Congress established in December 1885?
Who played an important role in the establishment of the Indian National Congress?
Who played an important role in the establishment of the Indian National Congress?
What myth has been associated with the establishment of the Indian National Congress?
What myth has been associated with the establishment of the Indian National Congress?
What was the purpose of the 'safety valve' myth that surrounded the establishment of the Indian National Congress?
What was the purpose of the 'safety valve' myth that surrounded the establishment of the Indian National Congress?
What role did Lord Dufferin play in the establishment of the Indian National Congress according to the 'safety valve' myth?
What role did Lord Dufferin play in the establishment of the Indian National Congress according to the 'safety valve' myth?
What was the actual motivation behind establishing the Indian National Congress?
What was the actual motivation behind establishing the Indian National Congress?
