Freedom Struggle & Gandhi — Set 14
Gujarat GK · स्वतंत्रता संग्राम और गांधी · Questions 131–140 of 161
The Dharasana Salt Satyagraha was notable because?
Correct Answer: C. Peaceful marchers were brutally beaten showing non-violent resolve
The Dharasana Salt Satyagraha of May 1930 was notable for the brutal beatings of peaceful satyagrahis by British police. American journalist Webb Miller's eyewitness account shocked the world. Marchers walked forward without resistance even as police beat them with steel-tipped lathis. The incident damaged Britain's international reputation significantly.
Which Gujarati poet-freedom fighter composed the 'Jai Jai Garavi Gujarat' anthem?
Correct Answer: A. Narmad
Narmad (Narmadashankar Lalshankar Dave), a 19th century Gujarati poet, composed 'Jai Jai Garavi Gujarat' which became the pride song of Gujarat. He was a social reformer who fought against caste discrimination and promoted women's education. His works inspired generations of Gujarati freedom fighters. This song is often considered the unofficial anthem of Gujarat.
Jhaverchand Meghani was given the title 'Rashtriya Shayar' (National Poet) by?
Correct Answer: B. Mahatma Gandhi
Jhaverchand Meghani was given the title 'Rashtriya Shayar' (National Poet of Gujarat) by Mahatma Gandhi. His patriotic songs and poetry inspired freedom fighters across Gujarat. He documented the lives of common Gujarati people through folk songs and poetry. He was arrested by the British for his revolutionary poems during the freedom movement.
The Poona Pact of 1932 was signed between Gandhi and?
Correct Answer: B. Ambedkar
The Poona Pact was signed between Mahatma Gandhi and B.R. Ambedkar on September 24, 1932 at Yerawada Jail in Pune. Gandhi had gone on a fast unto death against separate electorates for Untouchables (Scheduled Castes). The pact replaced separate electorates with reserved seats within general electorates. This ended Gandhi's fast but the debate on political representation for Dalits continued.
Aga Khan Palace where Gandhi was imprisoned during Quit India is in?
Correct Answer: B. Pune
Aga Khan Palace in Pune was used as a prison for Mahatma Gandhi and other Congress leaders during the Quit India Movement from 1942 to 1944. Kasturba Gandhi died in this palace in February 1944. Gandhi's secretary Mahadev Desai also died here. The palace is now a memorial to Gandhi and is managed by the Gandhi National Memorial Society.
Which year was the Salt March described by Time Magazine as most significant event in India?
Correct Answer: B. 1930
Time Magazine in 1930 featured the Dandi March and the Civil Disobedience Movement as the most significant political development in India. The Salt March captured global media attention and brought India's freedom struggle to international audiences. Gandhi appeared on the cover of Time Magazine. The non-violent resistance movement inspired civil rights movements worldwide.
The first general elections in India after independence were held in?
Correct Answer: B. 1951-52
India's first general elections were held in 1951-52. Gujarat's Congress leaders won overwhelmingly in the region that was part of Bombay state. Sardar Patel had passed away in December 1950 before the elections. The elections established democratic governance as the foundation of independent India.
Sarojini Naidu was the first woman President of Indian National Congress in?
Correct Answer: B. 1925
Sarojini Naidu became the first woman President of the Indian National Congress in 1925 at the Kanpur session. While not Gujarati herself, she closely worked with Gandhi on campaigns in Gujarat. She participated in the Dandi March and was arrested by the British. Her connections with Gujarat's freedom fighters were deep through Gandhi's network.
Who gave the slogan 'Jai Hind' during freedom movement?
Correct Answer: B. Subhas Chandra Bose
Subhas Chandra Bose popularized the slogan 'Jai Hind' as the battle cry of the Indian National Army (INA). The INA had fighters from across India including Gujarat. Gujarat contributed some of its diaspora from Southeast Asia to the INA movement. The slogan was later adopted as the concluding phrase of all official Indian government addresses.
Which act was passed by British in 1919 that outraged Indians and triggered protests?
Correct Answer: B. Rowlatt Act
The Rowlatt Act of 1919 allowed the British to imprison political suspects without trial. This act outraged Indians across the country and triggered mass protests. The Jallianwala Bagh massacre occurred during protests against this act. Gujarat actively participated in the anti-Rowlatt Act protests organized by Gandhi.