History • Modern IndiaHard
Examine the political evolution of modern Kerala nationalism through the lens of the Travancore State Congress formation in 1938: 1. It was established under the leadership of prominent figures like Pattom A. Thanu Pillai to demand responsible government and democratic liberties under the aegis of the Maharaja. 2. The movement received full political support and encouragement from Dewan C.P. Ramaswami Iyer, who readily instituted parliamentary democracy. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only✓ Correct Answer
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
💡 Solution & Explanation
Statement 1 is correct because the Travancore State Congress was formed in 1938 under Pattom A. Thanu Pillai to demand responsible government from the princely administration. Statement 2 is incorrect because Dewan C.P. Ramaswami Iyer fiercely suppressed the movement rather than supporting democratic reforms. Princely state integration movements are important themes in modern Indian history.
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