18th Century Revolts And Reform History

Q. Aligarh Movement towards the end revented its followers from joining the national movement. Which of the following reasons made it to take this decision though it initially propagated for unity?

A
Indians are educationally forward so in order to suppress them their activities need to discouraged
B
It felt that immediate political progress was not possible and British Government couldn't be easily dislodged
C
Gain support of British officials
D
National movement is waste of time so should concentrate on other works

Correct Answer

It felt that immediate political progress was not possible and British Government couldn't be easily dislodged

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