Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

In which of the following years was the Congress Socialist Party (CSP) founded?

Options:

1943

1914

1924

1934

Correct Answer:

1934

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4- 1934

The Congress Socialist Party (CSP) was founded in 1934.

The CSP was a socialist caucus within the Indian National Congress. It was founded by Congress members who rejected what they saw as the anti-rational mysticism of Gandhi as well as the sectarian attitude of the Communist Party of India towards the Congress. Influenced by Fabianism as well as Marxism-Leninism, the CSP included advocates of armed struggle or sabotage (such as Yusuf Meherally, Jai Prakash Narayan, and Basawon Singh (Sinha) as well as those who insisted upon Ahimsa or Nonviolent resistance (such as Acharya Narendra Deva).

The CSP played an important role in the Indian independence movement. It helped to radicalize the Congress and to bring socialist ideas to the forefront of Indian politics. The CSP was also involved in a number of mass movements, such as the kisan (peasant) movement and the trade union movement.

The CSP was disbanded in 1948 after India gained independence. However, its legacy continues to inspire socialists and activists in India today.