Freedom Movement — Set 1
Bihar GK · स्वतंत्रता आंदोलन · Questions 1–10 of 70
Who led the Revolt of 1857 in Patna?
Correct Answer: A. Pir Ali
Pir Ali, a local bookbinder, led the revolt in Patna. He was executed by the British for his role in the uprising. His rebellion marked the beginning of intense conflict in the city.
Who continued the struggle in Jagdishpur after the death of Babu Kunwar Singh?
Correct Answer: B. Amar Singh
Amar Singh, the younger brother of Kunwar Singh, continued the struggle. He maintained a parallel government in the region for several months. His guerrilla warfare tactics troubled the British significantly.
Who was the Commissioner of Patna during the Revolt of 1857?
Correct Answer: C. William Tayler
William Tayler was the Commissioner of Patna during the 1857 revolt. He adopted suppressed measures and imprisoned local Wahabi leaders. His harsh actions were later criticized by higher officials.
Where did Babu Kunwar Singh breathe his last?
Correct Answer: D. Jagdishpur
Babu Kunwar Singh passed away at his fort in Jagdishpur. He died soon after his final victorious battle against the British forces. He had famously cut off his own wounded hand before returning home.
Where did the Revolt of 1857 first start in the Bihar region (undivided)?
Correct Answer: A. Rohini
The revolt began at Rohini village in the Deoghar district (now in Jharkhand) in June 1857. Soldiers of the 32nd Infantry Regiment killed their officers there. This event preceded the uprisings in Patna and Jagdishpur.
Which city was the chief center of the Wahabi Movement in India?
Correct Answer: B. Patna
Patna was the primary center of the Wahabi Movement in India. Leaders like Vilayat Ali and Inayat Ali directed operations from here. It served as a hub for logistical support to the frontier wars.
In which year was the Bihar Provincial Congress Committee formed?
Correct Answer: C. 1908
The Bihar Provincial Congress Committee was formed in 1908. This organization was crucial in streamlining the freedom struggle in the province. Its formation took place at the Sonepur Fair.
Who presided over the Bankipore session of the Indian National Congress in 1912?
Correct Answer: D. R.N. Mudholkar
R.N. Mudholkar presided over the Bankipore session in 1912. This was the first time a Congress session was held in the state of Bihar. Jawaharlal Nehru attended this session as a delegate.
Who was the President of the Gaya session of the Indian National Congress in 1922?
Correct Answer: A. C.R. Das
Deshbandhu Chittaranjan Das (C.R. Das) presided over the Gaya session in 1922. The session is famous for the debate on entering legislative councils. Following this, the Swaraj Party was formed.
The Champaran Satyagraha took place in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 1917
The Champaran Satyagraha took place in 1917. It was Mahatma Gandhi's first major political intervention in India. The movement addressed the grievances of indigo farmers.