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GS History Modern India
Q.

Consider the following statements :

1. The Extremists wanted to obtain self - government by aggressive means in place of petitions and constitutional ways.

2. Indian Muslims in general were not attracted to the Extremist movement because of their policies based upon Hindutva.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The early nationalists or the moderates believed in constitutional agitation within the four walls of law. However, they failed to bring significant changes in the administration. The exploitation and atrocities of the colonial government increased day by day. The constitutional reforms were aimed at dividing the nationalist ranks by confusing the Moderates and at checking the growth of unity among Indians. For example, the constitutional reforms of 1909 granted separate electorates for the Muslims. The Extremists faction was against the process of prayers and petition. The extremists did not hesitate to use extra constitutional methods like boycott and passive resistance to achieve their objectives.

Statement 2 is correct: The Extremists were ideologically inspired by the Indian history, cultural heritage and Hindu traditional symbols. For example, Bal Gangadhar Tilak organised Ganpati and Shivaji festivals as national festivals. He also supported the anti-cow killing campaigns. Thus, the extremist movement was unable to attract the sympathy of Muslims.

Thus, Option C is Correct.

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