History · Rise of Indian Nationalism
UGC NET June 2014 History
In which year was the Dacca Anushilan Samiti founded?
A1902
B1903
C1904
D1905 ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) 1905 — The Dacca Anushilan Samiti was founded in 1905, so the answer is 1905.
Explanation
★The Dacca Anushilan Samiti was founded in 1905, so the answer is 1905.
★It was set up by Barindra Kumar Ghosh and Bhupendranath Datta.
★It grew rapidly after the partition of Bengal of that year.
★It trained young men in physical exercise and revolutionary work.
★It became one of the leading revolutionary groups of Bengal.
★An earlier Anushilan Samiti at Midnapur had been founded in 1902.
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