Advertisements
Advertisements
प्रश्न
With reference to the growth of Indian Nationalism in the early phase, name a British viceroy who was very liberal in outlook and undid many repressive measures of his predecessor. Also discuss the role he played in the growth of Indian Nationalism.
Advertisements
उत्तर
Lord Ripon who was very liberal in outlook succeeded Lord Lytton as the Viceroy of India. Lord Ripon was responsible for many reforms which directly benefited the Indians. He lifted censorship on newspapers, by withdrawing the Vernacular Press Act of 1878. Though he could not succeed in getting the Ilbert Bill passed but he improved the service conditions of Indian judges. Among his notable contributions were end of Second Afghan War, raising the age limit form 19 to 21 for Indians to compete in Indian Civil Services; introduction of local self government in India, appointment of Hunter Commission on Education and Decentralisation of Finances.
APPEARS IN
संबंधित प्रश्न
Mention any two causes for the rise of Assertive Nationalism.
The establishment of the Indian National Congress led to the development of the National Movement in India. In this context answer the following:
Mention four basic beliefs of the Early Nationalists.
Name the two books that Dadabhai Naoroji authored explaining the ‘Drain of India’s Wealth’.
Give a reason for the decline of cottage industries in India during the British rule.
How could a moneylender exploit farmers during the British rule?
Why did the Britishers build roads and railways?
Name the British officer who promoted railway construction in India in the 19th century.
What was Lord Lytton’s Vernacular Press Act of 1878?
Give two reasons for the resentment of the Indians against the British during Lord Lytton’s Viceroyalty.
“Development of means of transport and communication was the major factor in the rise of the National Movement in India.” Discuss.
