Imperialism vs Anti-Imperialism
During the same period, European powers were opposed by their colonial countries to gaining independence. The anti-imperialist notion developed in all countries including India due to the rising of nationalists in colonial countries which led to confrontations with imperial powers.
The confrontation resulted in severe war in almost all colonial countries. Although the immediate causes of revolts in colonial countries might differ the ultimate goal was to create an independent nation.
Nationalism and Imperialism – Chapter 1 CBSE Class 10 History
The French revolution that started in the late eighteenth century created a sense of collective identity and promoted nationalism for the noble purpose of creating a democratic nation where fundamental rights would be practised and human rights would be given top priority.