Give a brief account of the contributions of early nationalists to the Indian freedom struggle. (10 marks, 150 words)
Introduction
Indian freedom struggle is filled with stories of brave early nationalists who became torch-bearers of the initial revolt against the British rulers.
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Main Body
Contributions of early nationalists to struggle:
1. Indian National Association - formed by A.M. Bose & S.N. Banerjee. Called for ICS reforms, revolt against Vernacular Act, seeking age for civil services, simultaneous exam in India.
2. Bombay Presidency Association by Pherozeshah Mehta - published reports to form opinion of public.
3. Poona Sarvajanik Sabha by M.G. Ranade called for greater civil liberties for the people.
4. Madras Mahajan Sabha by Subramania Aiyar published newspaper for political education of masses.
5. British Indian Association by D.B. Naoroji formed public opinion in support of Indians in London.
6. Landholders Society was associated with Rajaram Mohan's associates - called for rights of traditional zamindars.
Conclusion
Thus, early nationalists laid the base on which the superstructure of the future national struggle could be laid for our thrust with independence.
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Diagram showing 'Early nationalists' with connections between Poona Sarvajanik Sabha, Indian National Association, Madras Mahajan Sabha, Landholders society, linked to British rulers.
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