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Q. What was the main objective of the Wahabi movement which during 1852-70 was particularly active in the Punjab, Bengal, Bihar and the NWFP?

A
To overthrow the Sikhs in the Punjab and the British in Bengal and to restore Muslim power in India
B
To oust the British from India
C
To eradicate religious corruption from Muslim society
D
To organise the Muslims into a nationalist community

Correct Answer

To overthrow the Sikhs in the Punjab and the British in Bengal and to restore Muslim power in India

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