Indian National Movement: 1870s-1947

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What did the emergence of nationalism in India emphasize?

  • India was for all its people irrespective of class, caste, creed, etc. (correct)
  • India was only for those who supported the British rule
  • India was primarily for the wealthy and influential classes
  • India was for a specific ethnic group within the country

What were the key issues discussed in the previous chapters of the text?

  • Revolt of 1857, decline of crafts, educational changes
  • British conquest, introduction of new laws, changes in peasant lives (correct)
  • Takeover of kingdoms, growth of industries, police teargas demonstrators
  • Social and religious reform, challenges to the caste system, women's condition

What crucial question did people start asking based on the mentioned developments?

  • Why do people oppose British rule in India?
  • What is this country of India and for whom is it meant? (correct)
  • When did India gain independence from British rule?
  • How can India become a global superpower?

What did the awareness about British control over resources and lives lead to?

<p>Realization that India could not be for Indians until this control was ended (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the emergence of nationalism in India emphasize?

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What event is depicted in Fig. 1 of the text?

<p>Police teargas demonstrators during the Quit India movement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the key realization that came with the awareness of British control over Indian resources and lives?

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What did the people gradually understand about the resources and systems of India?

<p>They were meant for all Indians, irrespective of various factors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What crucial question did people start asking based on the mentioned developments?

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What did the people become aware of regarding British control over Indian resources and lives?

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Flashcards

Nationalism in India

The idea that India belonged to all its people, regardless of their social divisions like class, caste, creed, language or gender. It highlighted the importance of unity and inclusivity in the fight for independence.

British Control in India

British control over Indian resources and lives was the primary factor hindering India's progress. This control needed to be ended for India to be truly independent.

India's Resources and Systems

India's resources and systems were meant for all its people, regardless of their backgrounds. This understanding highlighted the need for equal rights.

Who Does India Belong To?

The question arose about who truly belonged to India and what identity it held for its people. It was a question of identity and belonging.

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British Control Over Resources

British were controlling India's resources and the lives of its people. This awareness was crucial in fueling the desire for independence.

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Study Notes

Emergence of Nationalism in India

  • Emphasized the need for self-governance and freedom from British control
  • Focused on the exploitation of Indian resources and lives by the British

Key Issues and Realizations

  • People began to question the British control over Indian resources and lives
  • Realized that British control was not only political but also economic and cultural
  • Gradually understood that Indian resources and systems were being exploited for British benefit

British Control and Indian Awareness

  • Led to the awareness that British control was not only about political domination but also about economic exploitation
  • People became aware of the British control over Indian resources and lives, including the exploitation of natural resources and human labor

Fig. 1 and the Symbolic Event

  • Fig. 1 in the text depicts a symbolic event representing the British exploitation of Indian resources and lives

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