Question

Discuss the role of the moderates in indian politics from 1885 to 1905

Answer 1

Who is Moderates?
In 1885, Indian National Congress was found on the advice of Allan Octavian Hume. The Congress is split into two. They are Moderates and Extremists. Moderates are those who have peaceful relationship with Britishers. But Extremists don't want to depend on them. Moderates were called as Political Mendicany due to their peaceful approach.

Role of Moderates:
Their role is not much significant or not even there until 1905. Everything is going right until 1905. When Surat Split came in 1907, The moderates and Extremists are split and did not join until 1916. The cause of Surat Split is to elect president among them. Then at Lucknow Pact they were reconciled