| When did Raja Rammohan Roy found the Brahmo Samaj? | 1828. |
| Who is the father of Indian Renaissance? | Raja Rammohan Roy. |
| When did Jyotiba Phule found the Satya Shodak Samaj? | 1873. |
| How did the press affect the rise of nationalism? | 1. It allowed for the spread of the message of patriotism and modern liberal ideas.
2. The press carried out daily criticism of the unjust British policies in India. It revealed the true nature of British rule in India.
3. It allowed for the exchanged of views among different social groups from different parts of India and organise political movements.
4. The Indians were more aware of what was happening in the world. And by understanding what social and political developement was taking place, they could shape their own policies and programmes. |
| What was the first political association to be started in India? | Landholders' Society in Kolkata. |
| What are the objectives of the Indian Association? | It was founded by Surendranath Banerjee.
1. Integration of the Indian people on the basis of common political interests.
2. Creation of a strong body of opinion.
3. Promotion of friendly relations between Hindus and Muslims.
4. Mass participation in public movements. |
| When was the foundation of Indian National Congress laid? | December 28, 1885. |
| What are the aims of the INC? | 1. To promote friendly relations between nationalist workers from different parts of the country.
2. To develop and consolidate the feeling of unity irrespective of caste, religion, etc.
3. To formulate and organise populare demands and present them before the British government.
4. To train and organise public opinion. |
| First session of congress. | Dec 28 to Dec 31, 1885, under the presidentship of W.C. Bonnerjee. |
| Surat Session. | In 1907, under the presidentship of Rashbehari Ghosh. |
