Question

What events or conditions led to a widespread Indian demand for complete independence from Great Britain?

Answer 1

Answer:

Events or conditions led to a widespread Indian demand for complete independence from Great

Explanation:

Extreme Economic Exploitation : Various sectors of economy were destroyed - Agriculture through Zamindari system & forced commercialisation ; Industry through decline of handicrafts & no state initiative for modern industries ; Trade sector through making India an exporter of primary goods from Britain & importer of finished goods to Britain.

Extreme Social Exploitation : Indians were looked down upon , disrespected & humiliated under British Rule. Their religious sentiments were attacked, in a war Indian (hindu & muslim soldiers) were forced to use rifles made of cow & pig flesh (which are sacred to them). This led to initial revolt of 1857

Authoritarian Rule Style : This is an extension to above, govt had monopoly over decision irrespective of Indian public opinion. They prohibited people from extracting salt from sea. This led to Salt Satyagraha revolt (march).

Many other violent inhumane activities against Indian population, like Jallianwala Bagh Massacre - fuelled the fire of revolt & made India demand complete independence from Great Britain.