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Correct Answer: Option (B) — Extremists’ lack of faith in the capacity of the moderates to negotiate with the British Government
Concept & Option Breakdown
Standard Reference VerifiedThe Surat Split of 1907 occurred due to deep ideological friction between the Moderates and the Extremists. The Extremists lacked confidence in the Moderate methods of constitutional petitions and 'prayers' and wanted to extend the Boycott and Swadeshi movements nationwide to achieve complete self-rule.
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