Slogans & Quotes — Set 6

Correct Answer: B. Lala Lajpat Rai

Lala Lajpat Rai declared this after being assaulted by the police during a protest in Lahore. He was protesting against the Simon Commission which had no Indian members. He is remembered as one of the greatest martyrs of the freedom struggle.

Correct Answer: D. Rig Veda (Ancient Scripture)

This profound philosophical statement 'Ekam Sat Vipra Bahudha Vadanti' is from the Rig Veda. It reflects the ancient Indian tradition of religious tolerance and pluralism. It has been quoted by many modern Indian leaders like Swami Vivekananda.

Correct Answer: C. Atal Bihari Vajpayee

Atal Bihari Vajpayee expanded the original slogan to include 'Jai Vigyan' in 1998. This was done to acknowledge the role of technology in India's progress. He was a renowned orator and poet as well as a statesman.

Correct Answer: A. Mahatma Gandhi

Mahatma Gandhi made 'Quit India' the central demand of the movement launched in 1942. It was a clear instruction to the British to leave the country immediately. This movement was the largest mass uprising since the 1857 revolt.

Correct Answer: B. B.R. Ambedkar

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar believed that social justice could only be achieved if women were empowered. He was a major social reformer who fought against the caste system. He inspired the Dalit Buddhist movement in India.

Correct Answer: B. Hasrat Mohani

Maulana Hasrat Mohani, a poet and freedom fighter, used this phrase in 1921. He was the first person to demand 'Purna Swaraj' (Complete Independence) at a Congress session. The slogan later became the symbol of revolutionary youth.

Correct Answer: B. Yusuf Meherally

Yusuf Meherally created this slogan to protest the arrival of the Simon Commission. It was used in massive demonstrations across Indian cities in 1928. He was a popular youth leader and former Mayor of Bombay.

Correct Answer: A. Jawaharlal Nehru

Jawaharlal Nehru gave this message to encourage the people to work hard for national building. He believed that constant effort was needed to overcome the challenges of poverty. He led India through its formative years as a republic.

Correct Answer: B. Jawaharlal Nehru

Jawaharlal Nehru expressed his political and economic beliefs in his 1936 Congress address. He was a strong advocate of democratic socialism and secularism. He played a key role in shaping India's non-aligned foreign policy.

Correct Answer: B. Atal Bihari Vajpayee

Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee added 'Jai Vigyan' (Hail Science) to Lal Bahadur Shastri's famous slogan 'Jai Jawan Jai Kisan' to honor scientists and reflect the importance of science in national development. Later 'Jai Anusandhan' was further added.