With reference to the Anushilan Samiti, consider the following statements: 1. The Anushilan Samiti was founded in Kolkata in 1902 by Satish Chandra Basu with ideological support from Sister Nivedita. 2. Pramathanath Mitra was one of the main leaders and patrons of the organization. 3. The Samiti distanced itself from the Swadeshi Movement to focus on constitutional reforms. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

The Samiti was founded in 1902 in Kolkata by Satish Chandra Basu.
He received encouragement from Sister Nivedita (disciple of Swami Vivekananda) and Swami Shradananda.
Pramathanath Mitra, a barrister, became the chief patron and helped shape its ideological and organizational framework.
He was a crucial figure in expanding the Samiti’s reach and legitimacy.
The Samiti gained momentum during the Swadeshi Movement (1905–1908).
Many youths joined the organization during this period, and it was supported by extremist leaders like Bipin Chandra Pal and Brahmabandhab Upadhyay.
The Samiti was revolutionary and militant, not focused on constitutional methods.

Source: Spectrum’s A Brief History of Modern India