Freedom Struggle & Gandhi — Set 1

Correct Answer: A. Iron Man of India

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, from Gujarat, is called the 'Iron Man of India' for integrating princely states. Gujarat's rich heritage, diverse geography, and vibrant culture make it one of India's most important and influential states. Maharashtra's and Gujarat's contributions to India's economy, culture, history, and politics continue to make them among the nation's most dynamic states.

Correct Answer: B. Sabarmati in Ahmedabad

Gandhi's historic Salt March (Dandi March) of 1930 started from Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad. Gujarat's rich heritage, diverse geography, and vibrant culture make it one of India's most important and influential states. State governments provide financial support and institutional backing to preserve and promote these traditional cultural expressions.

Correct Answer: D. Vanmali Ramakrishna

Vanmali Ramakrishna was a Gujarati freedom fighter executed by the British during independence struggle. Maharashtra's and Gujarat's freedom fighters inspired millions of Indians and their contributions are remembered through national holidays and memorials. Maharashtra's and Gujarat's contributions to India's economy, culture, history, and politics continue to make them among the nation's most dynamic states.

Correct Answer: C. Settled in Bombay, studied Gujarati issues

The correct answer is 'Settled in Bombay, studied Gujarati issues'. Settled in Bombay, studied Gujarati issues correctly answers the question about jinnah's links with gujarat are as he was. This is an important fact in the topic of Gujarat's role in the freedom struggle and Mahatma Gandhi, which is regularly tested in competitive exams such as RRB NTPC, SSC CGL, UPSC, and state PSC examinations. A thorough understanding of Gujarat's role in the freedom struggle and Mahatma Gandhi helps candidates score well in the General Knowledge section.

Correct Answer: C. All India including Gujarat

The correct answer is All India including Gujarat. The Quit India Movement was a nationwide movement with strong participation from Gujarat. Gujarat's rich heritage, diverse geography, and vibrant culture make it one of India's most important and influential states. State governments provide financial support and institutional backing to preserve and promote these traditional cultural expressions.

Correct Answer: B. 1918

Gandhi launched the Ahmedabad Mill Strike in 1918 to support textile workers demanding a wage increase. Workers wanted a 35% wage hike after the plague receded and mill owners withdrew the plague bonus. Gandhi undertook a fast unto death in support of the workers. The strike ended when mill owners agreed to a 35% wage increase through arbitration.

Correct Answer: C. Land revenue collection during crop failure

The Kheda Satyagraha of 1918 was against the unjust collection of land revenue during a crop failure in Kheda district. The farmers demanded revenue remission as their crops had failed due to floods and plague. Gandhi organized a no-tax campaign in support of the farmers. The British government eventually suspended land revenue collection for the affected farmers.

Correct Answer: B. Sardar Patel

Bardoli Satyagraha of 1928 was led by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel against a 30% increase in land revenue. The farmers of Bardoli taluka in Surat district refused to pay the enhanced revenue under Patel's leadership. The non-payment campaign was so successful that the British government had to appoint an enquiry committee. The committee found the increase unjustified and it was rolled back.

Correct Answer: B. Women of Bardoli

The title 'Sardar' (meaning Chief or Leader) was given to Vallabhbhai Patel by the women of Bardoli during the 1928 Satyagraha. The women participated actively in the movement and bestowed this title on Patel to honor his leadership. Gandhi later endorsed this title warmly. Patel carried this title of 'Sardar' throughout his political career.

Correct Answer: B. Dandi

The Dandi March began at Sabarmati Ashram on March 12, 1930 and ended at Dandi village on the Gujarat coast on April 6, 1930. Gandhi led a 240-mile march with 78 followers to protest the British salt monopoly. At Dandi, Gandhi picked up salt from the seashore, symbolically breaking the Salt Laws. This act of civil disobedience triggered the nationwide Salt Satyagraha.