Explanation

• The first major organized movement against British rule was the Swadeshi Movement.
• It started in 1905 after the Partition of Bengal.
• People boycotted British goods and promoted local products.

Additional information:

• Khilafat Movement – 1919–1924
• Non-Cooperation Movement – 1920–1922
• Quit India Movement – 1942

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Explanation

• The official court language of the Mughal Empire was Persian.
• It was used in administration, literature, and royal communication.
• Mughal rulers adopted Persian from earlier Islamic traditions.
• It remained dominant until the British period.
• It influenced the development of Urdu language.

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Explanation

• Arya Samaj was a Hindu reform movement.
• It was founded by Swami Dayanand Saraswati in 1875.
• Its main strongholds were in Western and Northern India.
• Key areas included Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Rajasthan.
• It promoted Vedic teachings and social reforms.

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Explanation

• In 1913, the All India Muslim League adopted a moderate political objective.
• It supported self-government (autonomy) for Indians within the British Empire.
• This reflected early cooperation between Muslim League and Congress ideals.

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Explanation

• During his five-year rule from 1540 to 1546.
• Sher Shah Suri set up a new civic and military administration.
• He issued a coin of silver, weighing 178 grains.
• It was also termed the Rupiya.
• The silver coin remained in use during the Mughal period, the Maratha era (1674–1818) and in British India, as well.

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