Indian Nationalism Quiz

Factors Leading to Political Awakening

• Economic exploitation by the British, leading to poverty and famine among Indians
• Social reforms introduced by the British, such as the abolition of Sati, led to a sense of discontent among the people
• Disillusionment with the British rule and their policies, leading to a growing sense of nationalism
• Exposure to Western education, which introduced Indians to concepts of democracy, equality, and individual rights

Characteristics of the Organized National Movement

• Emergence of national leaders, such as Mahatma Gandhi, who employed non-violent resistance to challenge British rule
• Mass protests, boycotts, and civil disobedience movements, which gained momentum and sparked widespread participation
• Growing demand for home rule and eventual independence from British colonial rule
• Unification of Indians across regions and communities, transcending caste, religion, and linguistic divisions

Consequences of British Rule on Indian Society

• Destruction of India's thriving industries and handicrafts, as British imports flooded the market
• Drainage of India's wealth, as resources were exploited to fuel British industrial growth
• Introduction of the Zamindari system, which made Indian farmers dependent on British landlords
• Social and cultural transformations, as Western values and customs influenced traditional Indian practices

British Approach to India's Wealth and Resources

• Plunder and exploitation of India's natural resources, including minerals, timber, and agricultural produce
• Imposition of heavy taxes, which led to poverty and indebtedness among Indian farmers and artisans
• Export-oriented economy, which benefited British industries at the expense of Indian growth
• Drainage of India's wealth through the payment of dividends to British shareholders

Impact of India's Wealth Being Drained

• Increasing poverty and famine among Indians, as their resources were siphoned off to Britain
• Stagnation of Indian industries, as British imports dominated the market and stifled local entrepreneurship
• Widening wealth gap between Indian and British populations, exacerbating social and economic disparities
• Growing sense of resentment and nationalism, as Indians became increasingly aware of their exploitation

Quiz: "Rise of Nationalism in India" Test your knowledge of the factors leading to the rise of nationalism in India during the late 19th century. Explore the role of the Indian National Congress and the emergence of the mass struggle for independence. Understand the growth of national consciousness and the organized national movement that shaped India's political awakening.