Question

Why do you think the nationalist movement supported the idea that all adults have a right to vote?

Answer 1

Under colonial rule, the people had lived in fear of the British government and did not agree with many of the decisions that they took.

• But they faced great danger if they tried to criticised these decisions.
• The freedom movement changed this situation and the nationalists began to openly criticise the British government and make demands.
• They demanded that there be elected members in the legislature with a right to discuss the budget and ask questions.
• That is why nationalist movement supported the idea of the universal adult franchise so that the people can take part in the decision making of the country.