As per the passage, which of the following statements best compares India s pre-independence (past) period to the post-independence (future) period?

• A. India s past was a period of poverty and ignorance while its future will be a period of adventure.
• B. India s past was a period of slumber while its future will be a period of triumphs.
• C. India s past was a period of struggle while its future will be a period of hope, triumphs and achievements.
• D. India s past was a period of criticism while its future will be a period of peace.