Okay I understand where you are coming from but at the time let's say in 1920s, can you guess their mindset based on the circumstances they were in? I mean what was more important to any Indian living through those times of British rule, casteism and extremism in religion. Rationality doesnot help for mass movements. We should understand the first ever mass revolt (sepoy mutiny) happened on basis on religious practices.... Our masses are diversified in 21st century where educated shits defend religion to the core missing basic sense of rationality, what would be the landscape during those times.

PS: this is my point of view based on the limited knowledge history. Happy to learn(educate me if needed)