Which year 'Vande Mataram' song was written ?

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Accepted Answer

The song "Vande Mataram" was written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay in the year 1882. This is why Option 1 is the correct answer. Here is a detailed explanation supporting this:

1. **Justification for Option 1 (1882):**
   - "Vande Mataram" was composed by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay in 1882. It was included in his novel "Anandamath," which was published in the same year. The song became a symbol of the Indian independence movement, inspiring many freedom fighters. Its composition in 1882 marks the beginning of its journey as a patriotic anthem, making Option 1 the correct choice.

2. **Explanation for Incorrectness of Other Options:**
   - **Option 2 (1895):** By 1895, "Vande Mataram" had already been written and published in "Anandamath" in 1882. Therefore, 1895 is not the correct year of its composition.
   - **Option 3 (1911):** In 1911, "Vande Mataram" was already well-known and had been adopted as a national song by the Indian National Congress. However, this was nearly three decades after its original composition in 1882, making 1911 an incorrect option for the year it was written.
   - **Option 4 (1919):** By 1919, "Vande Mataram" had been an integral part of the Indian independence movement for many years. The song's composition predates this year by 37 years, as it was written in 1882. Thus, 1919 is not the correct year of its writing.

In conclusion, the correct answer is Option 1 (1882), as this is the year when "Vande Mataram" was originally written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay.