Q21
What was the main objective of the Wahabi movement which during 1852-70 was particularly active in the Punjab, Bengal, Bihar and the NWFP?
A.
To oust the British from India
B.
To overthrow the Sikhs in the Punjab and the British in Bengal and to restore Muslim power in India
AnswerC.
To eradicate religious corruption from Muslim society
D.
To organise the Muslims into a nationalist community
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
The Wahabi movement, also known as the Wahabi Movement of India, was a religious and political movement that aimed to restore Muslim power in India by overthrowing the Sikhs in the Punjab and the British in Bengal. It was particularly active during 1852-1870 in regions like the Punjab, Bengal, Bihar, and the North-Western Frontier Province (NWFP). Led by leaders like Syed Ahmad Barelvi, the movement sought to establish a pure form of Islamic governance and eliminate what they perceived as corrupt practices in Muslim society. The movement's main objective was to unite Muslims under a single banner and restore their influence in the Indian subcontinent. While the movement did not achieve its ultimate goal, it played a significant role in shaping the socio-political landscape of the time.