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The 'Swadeshi' and 'Boycott' were adopted as methods of struggle for the first time during the

(a) agitation against the Partition of Bengal
(b) Home Rule Movement
(c) Non-Cooperation Movement
(d) visit of the Simon Commission to India
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Answer: (a) agitation against the Partition of Bengal
UPSC 2016 · Q92 · Modern History › Early Nationalism & Indian National Congress (1885-1915) · Save

What was the main reason for the split in the Indian National Congress at Surat in 1907?

(a) Introduction of communalism into Indian politics by Lord Minto
(b) Extremists' lack of faith in the capacity of the moderates to negotiate with the British Government
(c) Foundation of Muslim League
(d) Aurobindo Ghosh's inability to be elected as the President of the Indian National Congress
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Answer: (b) Extremists' lack of faith in the capacity of the moderates to negotiate with the British Government