Modern Nationalism and India's Anti-Colonial Movement

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What significant event is associated with the rise of modern nationalism in Europe?

  • Formation of modern nation-states (correct)
  • Discovery of new lands
  • Colonial expansion
  • World War I

What movement in India is linked to the growth of modern nationalism?

Anti-colonial movement

The Congress under Mahatma Gandhi was able to unite all social groups without any conflicts.

False (B)

After the First World War, a new economic and political situation emerged due to increased ______ expenditure.

<p>defense</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the consequences of forced recruitment in rural areas during the war?

<p>Widespread anger</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which leader introduced the idea of Satyagraha in India?

<p>Mahatma Gandhi (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did people hope would happen after the war?

<p>An end to hardships</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the census of 1921, 12 to 13 million people perished due to famines and the ______.

<p>epidemic</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Modern Nationalism

  • The development of modern nationalism in Europe coincided with the rise of nation-states.
  • Defined by new symbols, icons, and songs, new concepts of identity and belonging emerged.
  • Modern national identities formed through a long process spanning many countries.

India's Anti-Colonial Movement

  • The emergence of modern nationalism in India is closely tied to the anti-colonial movement.
  • Colonial oppression created a sense of unity among different groups and sparked a common struggle.
  • Experiences of colonialism varied between social groups and classes, leading to diverse conceptions of freedom.

The First World War and Its Impact

  • The First World War intensified the economic burden on India, leading to increased taxes and war loans.
  • The war spurred a rise in prices, resulting in hardship for the common people.
  • Forced recruitment in rural areas during the war and subsequent years led to widespread anger.
  • Crop failures and a devastating influenza epidemic in 1918-19 and 1920-21 resulted in significant loss of life.

Gandhi's Return and Satyagraha

  • Mahatma Gandhi returned to India in 1915 after leading successful anti-colonial struggles in South Africa.
  • Gandhi envisioned Satyagraha, a non-violent mode of struggle, as a means to achieve freedom.

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