The establishment of the Indian National Congress led to the development of National Movement in India. In this context answer the following:
(a) When was the Indian National Congress established? Who presided over its first session ?
(b) What were the four aims of the Congress ?
(c) Mention four basic beliefs of the Early Nationalist.
(a) 1885 at Mumbai President by W C Banerjee.
(b) i. To enable national workers from all parts of India to become personally known to each other.
ii. To end all racial, religious and provincial prejudices and to promote a feeling of national unity among all lovers of the country.
iii. The formulation of popular demands on Vital problems and their presentation before government.
iv. To train and organize public opinion in the country.
c. i. They had unlimited faith in the British Justice and fair play.
ii. They believed that Indian's connection with England was a boon rather than curse.
iii. They looked to England for inspiration and guidance.
iv. They recognized the benefits the British rule has conferred to them especially the English language and modern means of communications and transport.
What was the role of the press in promoting nationalistic sentiments amongst the Indians ?
What were the two basic reasons responsible for the Surat Split in 1907 between the Early Nationalist and the Assertive Nationalists ?
