Development of Indian Nationalism

What is Nationalism

Loyalty and devotion to a particular nation, placing national interests above other interests

Why was Indian Nationalism complicated

Indians had different religions, languages, ethnic groups and geographies

What happened in 1857 that affected British rule

The Indian rebellion challenged British Authority and led to crown rule in 1858

Why was the Partition of Bengal in 1905 significant

It intensified nationalist movements and encouraged the Swadeshi movement

What was the Indian Councils act of 1909

A reform that expanded legislative councils and introduced separate Muslim electorates

What was the Lucknow Pact of 1916

An agreement between Congress and the Muslim League to demand constitutional reforms

What did the Montagu Declaration of 1917 promise

Gradual development of self-governing institutions in India

How did the First World War affect Indian nationalism

It increased expectations of reform while wartime hardship and repression encouraged opposition.