With reference to Indian freedom struggles, who among the following was labelled as Moderate leader in the Congress?

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Q: 65 (CDS-II/2007)
With reference to Indian freedom struggles, who among the following was labelled as ‘Moderate’ leader in the Congress?

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History

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CDS-II

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In the context of the Indian freedom struggle, the term `Moderate` was used to describe a group of leaders within the Indian National Congress who advocated for a gradual and peaceful approach towards achieving independence from British rule.

Option 1: Gopal Krishna Gokhale was indeed a `Moderate` leader, as mentioned in the correct answer. He played a significant role in the early stages of the freedom movement and was a strong proponent of constitutional reforms and dialogue with the British government. Gokhale emphasized the importance of education and worked towards social and economic reforms in India.

Option 2: Bipin Chandra Pal was not a `Moderate` leader but rather associated with the `Extremist` faction within the Indian National Congress. He believed in more radical methods and advocated for boycotts, swadeshi movement, and promoting self-reliance.

Option 3: Lala Lajpat Rai, like Bipin Chandra Pal, belonged to the `Extremist` group and was known for his fiery speeches and support for aggressive methods against British colonialism.

Option 4: Aurobindo Ghose was also an `Extremist` leader who advocated for a more revolutionary approach to independence. He played a prominent role in