History • Modern IndiaHard
In the context of the freedom struggle in the princely state of Hyderabad, which prominent organization was established in 1938 under the leadership of Swami Ramananda Tirtha to spearhead the democratic movement and demand responsible government?
A. Hyderabad State Congress✓ Correct Answer
B. Andhra Mahasabha
C. Vande Mataram Samiti
D. Nizam Subjects League
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Hyderabad State Congress was founded in 1938 by Swami Ramananda Tirtha, Govindbhai Shroff, and others to campaign for civil liberties and democratic governance within the princely state. The Andhra Mahasabha focused primarily on cultural and linguistic integration before aligning with political reform movements. The Vande Mataram movement erupted in Osmania University in 1938 over singing patriotic songs. The State Congress faced severe bans by the Nizam's administration before orchestrating widespread satyagraha.
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