Question

With respect to moderates in Indian National Congress, consider the following statements:
1. They had a narrow social base.
2. They believed in the power of masses and achieving goals through mass struggles.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 only

Moderates believed in constitutional means and worked within the framework of the law. Their methods included passing resolutions, persuasion, sending petitions and appeals. They had a narrow social base as they did not believe in the power of the masses. They had faith in the British sense of justice and fair play. Examples of moderate leaders-Dadabhai Naoroji, Gopal Krishna Gokhale etc.