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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.
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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.
संबंधित प्रश्न
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.
What was the role of Zamindars during the British rule?
What did Lord Ripon do against the British Policy of discrimination?
Why did the Britishers build roads and railways?
Name the Act of Lord Lytton’s regime, which aims at limiting the freedom of the Press.
Name the political organisation founded by Mr. A. O. Hume.
There were various factors that promoted the growth of Nationalism in India in the 19th century. Give the meaning of ‘Nationalism’ in this context.
Give two reasons for the resentment of the Indians against the British during Lord Lytton’s Viceroyalty.
Discuss in brief how the Ilbert Bill controvery helped in the growth of Nationalism in India.
How did the British react when the Indian National Congress was founded? Why did their attitude change later?
