Ans. The three-stage pattern of the upsurges in Winter of 1945-46 unfolded as follows:
- Stage I: The initial upsurge began with the participation of students and the working class in protests and demonstrations.
- Stage II: The second stage witnessed the active involvement of city people in the movement, which further escalated the scale of protests.
- Stage III: The final stage saw people from other parts of the country expressing sympathy and solidarity with the movement, resulting in widespread support and momentum.