Question

With reference to the Surat Split of 1907, answer the following question:

Why did the Assertive Nationalists adopt the policy of non-cooperation with the British Government? Name the Assertive Nationalist leader who organised akharas and lathi clubs. Why were these organised?

Answer 1

The Assertive Nationalists adopted a policy of non-cooperation with the British for these reasons:

1. Their main goal was to get a larger role for Indians in running the country and to stop Britain’s economic exploitation of India.
2. They believed these aims couldn’t be achieved without pressure and direct action.
3. So, they chose non-cooperation and resistance against the unjust British actions. Bal Gangadhar Tilak, the first leader to connect with the masses, set up akharas and lathi clubs to teach physical training, self-defence, and patriotism.