Question

What steps did the Nizam take to discourage the rising nationalism in Hyderabad before its independence?

• A. The Nizam did not take any steps.
• B. The singing of the song Vandemataram was banned.
• C. Students who led protests and sang the song were removed from their institutions.
• D. Severe punishment was served for those who supported the nationalists.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C)

The correct options are
B The singing of the song Vandemataram was banned.
C Students who led protests and sang the song were removed from their institutions.

Hyderabad also followed other princely states to fight for democratic rights. Vandemataram which was a popular nationalist song was sung which was banned by the Nizam. Students who protested against this were expelled from their educational institutions.