Question

Who became the followers of Assertive Nationalism?

• A. Educated low paid Indians
• B. Unemployed Indians
• C. Both
• D. None of these

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Both

The number of educated Indians increased considerably by the close of the 19th century. Large numbers of them were employed in the administration on low salaries. While many other faced unemployment. Their grievances made them look critically at the nature of British rule. These educated low paid and unemployed Indians became the followers of Assertive Nationalism.