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The First World War began in 1914. India made a huge contribution to Britain's war effort. The Indians supported the British with the hope that after the war the British would give them home rule. But all was in vain. Many in India felt that they had been badly let down by the British government for their part played in World War One. The British government's post war attitude was a great stimulus for the independence movement. Also the war had tremendous economic impact on India. Due to the war expenses, taxes were increased and prices of everyday necessities soared. This led to further problems for the common people. However, many businesses flourished because the war created a demand for goods which could not be imported during the war. Some I industries expanded and now the business groups demanded opportunities for further development. Indians were recruited massively and were sent to fight in the wars fought by the British. They were exposed to western ideas and realized the injustice being done to the Indians. Indians leamt about the Russian Revolution of 1917 and were inspired by ideas of liberty and equality. Thus, the feelings of nationalism grew even stronger. The stage was now set for India's independence and only a final step was needed to achieve this goal.
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