History & Civics
What was the aim of the Assertive Nationalists as far as the National Movement was concerned? How did it differ from that of the Early Nationalists?
Answer
The main aim of the Assertive Nationalists was the immediate attainment of 'Swaraj' as it existed in the United Kingdom.
This differed from the aim of the Early Nationalists, who wanted self-government and autonomy within the British Empire and not complete independence. They also believed in constitutional and peaceful methods, while the Assertive Nationalists adopted a more vigorous approach.
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Tagore's 'Banglar mati, Banglar jol', and the sentiment of brotherhood and patriotism that it invokes
In 1905, Curzon partitioned Bengal on communal lines which Rabindranath Tagore opposed strongly, and wrote a hymn for communal harmony, brotherhood, and a united Bengali identity. The TMC government has now declared 'Banglar mati, Banglar jol' the state anthem.
The song calls for unity for all Bengalis by invoking the beauty of Bengal - its natural environs, its language, its people, and its soul. This is perhaps best expressed in the final stanza of the song which is loosely translated as:
The soil of Bengal, the water of Bengal; The air of Bengal, the fruit of Bengal; Let them be blessed; Oh my Lord.
[All] Bengalis' life, [all] Bengalis' soul; All brothers and sisters in Bengal's homes, may they be united; Oh my Lord— Indian Express, September 9, 2023
(a) What official reason did Lord Curzon give for partitioning Bengal?
(b) Name another song composed by Rabindranath Tagore during the Anti-partition agitation.
Who were Assertive Nationalists? Why were they so called?
How did the Assertive Nationalists expand the social base of the national movement?
What were the two methods adopted by the Assertive Nationalists in the freedom struggle?