Q. Which one of the following defines extremist ideology during the early phase of Indian freedom movement?
(a) Stimulating the production of indigenous articles by giving them preference over imported commodities
(b) Obtaining self-government by aggressive means in place of petitions and constitutional ways
(c) Providing national education according to the requirements of the country
(d) Organising coups against the British empire through military revolt.
Ans: (b) Obtaining self-government by aggressive means in place of petitions and constitutional ways
Explanation: The correct answer is (b) Obtaining self-government by aggressive means in place of petitions and constitutional ways.
During the early phase of the Indian freedom movement, the extremist ideology emerged as a response to the moderate approach of the Indian National Congress. The extremists, led by figures like Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Lala Lajpat Rai, and Bipin Chandra Pal, advocated for a more radical and aggressive approach in seeking self-government and independence from British colonial rule. They rejected the moderate path of petitions and constitutional methods and instead called for boycotts, strikes, and mass protests to exert pressure on the British government. They believed in the use of assertive and militant tactics to achieve their objectives.
