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प्रश्न
There were various factors that promoted the growth of Nationalism in India in the 19th century. Give the meaning of ‘Nationalism’ in this context.
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उत्तर
Nationalism means patriotism. A person who is patriotic loves his country and feels loyal towards it. The Nationalist Movement started as a revolt against Racial discrimination and repressive policies of Lord Lytton and Ilbert Bill controversy etc.
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Two contributions of Dadabhai Naoroji
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From Freedom Struggle
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(ii) How did the person in Picture 1 explain the economic exploitation of India for British interest?
