Question

the British government towards Indian National Congress during its initial stage

Answer 1

Indian National Congress was founded with the help and blessings of the British Government in general and the Viceroy Lord Dufferin in particular.
Therefore, initially the official attitude towards Congress was of neutrality and indifference if not favourable. But soon, especially after fourth session of INC (1888), the government adopted hostile attitude towards the organization.

Answer 2

Answer:

Why did the attitude of British change towards the Congress?

The Extremist phase of Congress, whereby the leaders believed in direct action, in swadeshi and boycott made British wary of the congress. h. Congress extremist leaders were involved in violent agitation, demonstrations, which antagonised the British.