Q. Who participated the least in the Indian National Movement?
(a) Capitalists
(b) Landlords and Merchants
(c) Princes of States
(d) Government officials
Ans: (c) Princes of States
Explanation: Among the given options, the group that participated the least in the Indian National Movement was (c) Princes of States.
During the Indian National Movement, various sections of society actively participated in the struggle for independence. However, the participation of the Princes of States was relatively limited. Many princely states maintained a degree of autonomy under British suzerainty, and the princes had a stake in preserving their privileged positions and relationships with the British authorities.
While some princely states did support the Indian National Congress and participated in the movement, others were more hesitant or maintained a neutral stance. It was primarily the common people, intellectuals, workers, peasants, students, and professionals who formed the backbone of the Indian National Movement. Capitalists, landlords, merchants, and government officials had varying degrees of involvement and participation, but overall their participation was more significant compared to the princes of states.
