Bankim Chandra Chatterjee wrote a novel Anandamath based on which of the following rebellions/revolts?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Sanyasi Rebellion.
Bankim Chandra Chatterjee's novel "Anandamath" is based on the Sanyasi Rebellion of the late 18th century in Bengal.
- Historical Context: The Sanyasi Rebellion, also known as the Sanyasi Revolt, was a significant uprising against the British East India Company in Bengal during the late 18th century.
- Novel's Inspiration: "Anandamath," published in 1882, is a semi-historical novel that draws inspiration from and is set against the backdrop of the Sanyasi Rebellion.
- Key Themes: The novel explores themes of nationalism, patriotism, and the fight for freedom from colonial rule, mirroring the spirit of the Sanyasi Rebellion.
- "Vande Mataram": The famous patriotic song "Vande Mataram" (Hail to the Motherland) was first published in this novel, which later became a rallying cry for the Indian independence movement.