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National Movement Since the 1920s

The National Movement Since the 1920s: The Rise of Ideological Diversity and Expansion of the Social Base

Introduction The Indian national movement underwent a remarkable transformation during the 1920s. Before this decade, the movement had largely been led by elite groups and was confined to urban centers, focusing primarily on constitutional reforms and moderate petitions to the British government. However, from the 1920s onward, the struggle for independence gained new dimensions —…

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Policies of Lord Curzon

Evaluation of the Policies of Lord Curzon and Their Long-Term Implications on the Indian National Movement

Introduction Among the British viceroys who governed India during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lord George Nathaniel Curzon (Viceroy of India, 1899–1905) stands as one of the most controversial and consequential figures. His tenure marked a critical turning point in the history of British India. A man of immense intelligence and administrative skill,…

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Role of the Moderates in Wider Freedom Movement

The Role of the Moderates in Preparing the Base for India’s Wider Freedom Movement

Introduction The Indian freedom struggle was not a spontaneous outburst but the culmination of a long and organized process of political awakening, social consciousness, and national unity. The foundation of this grand movement was laid by the Moderates, the early leaders of the Indian National Congress (INC), who worked tirelessly between 1885 and 1905 to…

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