Explain the Split in the Congress in 1907

National Movement: 1857-1917 (10)

The conflict between the two sections of the Congress came to surface in its Session in 1906 at Calcutta. In this context explain the Split in the Congress in 1907

Answer

The Assertive Nationalists wanted to extend Swadeshi and boycott to the rest of India. The Early Nationalists however wanted to confine it to Bengal only. They also were opposed to openly supporting boycott. There were differences regarding the election of the INC President too.

  • Exam Year: 2017