Question

Imagine that you got a chance to interview one of the Early Nationalist leaders. On the basis of interview, express your views on the Early Nationalist leader’s beliefs as well as the methods used by him.

Answer 1

I interviewed Dadabhai Naoroji, and based on the interview, here are my views on his beliefs and methods:

1. He had faith in the justice, honesty, and integrity of the British. He trusted their promises and hoped they would grant Home Rule to India.
2. He believed in constitutional and peaceful methods to achieve Home Rule, favouring patience and reconciliation over violence and confrontation.
3. In his works, “Poverty and Un-British Rule in India” and through his Drain Theory, he explained how India’s wealth was being drained to England in various ways.
4. As a member of the British Parliament, he raised important issues about India in the House of Commons.
5. He acted as India’s unofficial ambassador to Britain and founded the London India Society and East India Association in London to promote India’s cause.