Question

what is the link between first world war , khalifat and non cooperation movement in india

Answer 1

First World War had a great impact on khilafat movement and non cooperation movement. The first world war was ended with defeat of ottoman empire of Turkey. There were rumours that a harsh peace treaty was imposed on the ottoman king. The Ottoman emperor was considered as spiritual leader of Muslim world, the Khalifa . To refuse that treaty in India a khilafat committee was made.The first world war had also great economic effects on India.