​Factors Leading to the Foundation of Congress

Political Factors

• Colonial Policies: The policies of the British government, including racial discrimination, economic exploitation, and disregard for Indian voices, created widespread dissatisfaction. Indian leaders felt the need for a unified body to represent Indian interests.
• Ilbert Bill Controversy (1883): The controversy surrounding the Ilbert Bill, which aimed to allow Indian judges to try British offenders, intensified nationalist feelings. Its opposition by the British community in India revealed the racial prejudices within the colonial system.
• Absence of Indian Representation: Indians had little to no say in the governance of their own country. This lack of representation in government offices, legislative councils, ....