Which one of the following is not a political method of the moderates in the National Movement ?

The Moderates, who dominated the Indian National Congress from 1885 to 1905, believed in constitutional agitation within the framework of British law [2]. Their primary methods included slow, orderly political progress and the mobilization of public opinion to educate Indians and influence British authorities [2]. They operated under the belief that the British were essentially just and would concede demands if presented through petitions, resolutions, and meetings [2]. Unlike the later Extremist or militant nationalists who sought more radical changes, the Moderates did not aim for the 'overthrow of alien rule'. Instead, they focused on gradual reforms and increased Indian participation in the administration. They viewed direct anti-imperialist agitation as dangerous and likely to be suppressed by colonial forces. Therefore, the overthrow of alien rule was not a political method of the Moderates.

Sources

1. [1] Modern India ,Bipin Chandra, History class XII (NCERT 1982 ed.)[Old NCERT] > Chapter 12: Growth of New India—The Nationalist Movement 1858—1905 > Methods of Political Work > p. 212
2. [2] Rajiv Ahir. A Brief History of Modern India (2019 ed.). SPECTRUM. > Chapter 11: Indian National Congress: Foundation and the Moderate Phase > Moderate Approach > p. 249