WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which phase is considered to be the liberal phase of Indian National Congress?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 1885-1895
  2. 1885-1905
  3. 1905-1915
  4. 1895-1925

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 1885-1905

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) 1885-1905 šŸ“š Explanation: The period from 1885 to 1905 is known as the Liberal (or Moderate) phase of the Congress. During this time, leaders like Dadabhai Naoroji and Gokhale used constitutional methods like petitions and prayers to seek reforms. This phase ended with the Partition of Bengal in 1905 and the rise of 'Extremist' leaders.