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What was the main organization leading the nationalist movement in India?
What was the main organization leading the nationalist movement in India?
The Indian National Congress.
What were some of the factors contributing to the rise of nationalism in India?
What were some of the factors contributing to the rise of nationalism in India?
Discontent against British rule, exploitation of India's resources, limited employment opportunities for educated Indians, and the attitude of superiority adopted by the British.
What were some of the negative impacts of British rule on India's society and economy?
What were some of the negative impacts of British rule on India's society and economy?
High taxes on peasants, ruin of artisans due to foreign competition, very low wages for factory workers, limited employment opportunities for the educated, increased poverty due to the drain of India's wealth, and frequent famines.
How did the British view India in terms of its resources and market?
How did the British view India in terms of its resources and market?
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What was the impact of British rule on the Indian economy and industry?
What was the impact of British rule on the Indian economy and industry?
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