Question

Why was Mohandas Gandhi’s belief in non-violent protest highly effective in attracting support for Indian nationalism?

A
Gandhi was a compelling speaker who inspired his supporters with the force of his personality.
B
Many British soldiers who saw the non-violent protests were shamed into becoming supporters of the nationalists.
C
Refusing to meet violence with violence gave Indian nationalists the moral high ground in their struggle with the British.
D
Non-violent protest had already been successful in several other global battles for civil rights and people suspected it would be successful again.

Answer 1

C

Refusing to meet violence with violence gave Indian nationalists the moral high ground in their struggle with the British.