History2012
Consider the following statements: The most effective contribution made by Dadabhai Naoroji to the cause of Indian National Movement was that he-
- Exposed the economic exploitation of India by the
- Interpreted the ancient Indian texts and restored the
- Stressed the need for eradication of all the social evils
before anything else. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation
The correct option is 1 only. Dadabhai Naoroji is predominantly recognized for his economic critique of British rule in India, particularly through his seminal work "Poverty and Un-British Rule in India," where he articulated how colonial policies led to the economic degradation of India. His emphasis on exposing the economic exploitation highlights his role in awakening national consciousness and articulating grievances, which became crucial for the Indian National Movement. The other statements, while relevant to various social reform movements, do not directly align with Naoroji's major contributions to the political and economic discourse of the time.