Differences in the methods adopted between the Early Nationalists and Radicals

National Movement: 1857-1917 (10)

The Second half of the 19th century witnessed the growth of a strong feeling of Nationalism. With reference to the statement, answer the following: Explain briefly any three differences in the methods adopted between the Early Nationalists and Radicals, in the National Movement.

Answer

Early Nationalists

  1. They believed in the policy of constitutional agitation within the legal framework, and slow orderly political progress.
  2. They held meetings where speeches were made and resolutions for popular demands were passed.
  3. They made use of the press to criticise government policies,
  4. They sent memorandums and petitions.
  5. They made use of three P’s – Petitions, Prayers and Protests.
  6. A British Committee of the Indian National Congress was set up in London in 1889, which published a weekly journal, India, to present India’s case before the British public.
  7. Deputations of Indian leaders were sent to Britain. These political leaders carried on active propaganda in Britain.

Radicals: Methods

  1. Swadeshi
  2. Boycott
  3. National Education
  4. Passive Resistance
  5. Revivalism
  6. Personal Sacrifices
  7. Mass movement
  8. Aggressive or assertive method
  • Exam Year: 2019