Gandhian Era — Set 2
Indian History · गांधी युग · Questions 11–20 of 170
Who were the main leaders of the Khilafat Committee?
Correct Answer: C. Ali Brothers (Shaukat and Muhammad)
The Ali Brothers, Muhammad Ali and Shaukat Ali, were the main leaders of the Khilafat Committee. They mobilized public opinion against the British policy towards Turkey. Gandhi viewed this as an opportunity to cement Hindu-Muslim unity.
In which session of the Congress was the Non-Cooperation resolution approved in 1920?
Correct Answer: C. Nagpur Session
The resolution for the Non-Cooperation Movement was ratified at the Nagpur Session of the Congress in December 1920. While a special session in Calcutta earlier proposed it, the final endorsement came at Nagpur. This session also brought significant structural changes to the Congress party.
The Non-Cooperation Movement was suspended by Gandhi due to which incident?
Correct Answer: A. Chauri Chaura Incident
Gandhi suspended the Non-Cooperation Movement after the Chauri Chaura incident in February 1922. A violent mob set fire to a police station in Gorakhpur, killing 22 policemen. Gandhi believed the country was not yet ready for a strictly non-violent struggle.
Who founded the Swaraj Party within the Congress?
Correct Answer: C. C.R. Das and Motilal Nehru
Chittaranjan Das and Motilal Nehru founded the Swaraj Party in 1923. They advocated for entering the legislative councils to wreck the government from within ('Pro-changers'). This was in contrast to the 'No-changers' who wanted to focus on constructive work.
The Simon Commission was appointed in 1927 to review the working of which Act?
Correct Answer: B. Government of India Act 1919
The Simon Commission was appointed to review the working of the Government of India Act 1919 (Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms). It was tasked with recommending further constitutional reforms. The commission was all-white, which led to widespread protests in India.
Why was the Simon Commission boycotted by Indians?
Correct Answer: A. It had no Indian members
The primary reason for the boycott was that the Simon Commission had no Indian members; it was an 'all-white' commission. Indians felt insulted that they were excluded from deciding their own constitution. Protestors greeted the commission with black flags and slogans of 'Simon Go Back'.
Which national leader died due to lathi blows received during the anti-Simon Commission protests?
Correct Answer: A. Lala Lajpat Rai
Lala Lajpat Rai died due to injuries sustained from a lathi charge during a protest against the Simon Commission in Lahore. He famously stated that 'every blow aimed at me is a nail in the coffin of British imperialism'. His death deeply angered the youth, including Bhagat Singh.
Who presided over the Lahore Session of the Congress in 1929?
Correct Answer: B. Jawaharlal Nehru
Jawaharlal Nehru presided over the historic Lahore Session of the Congress in 1929. At this session, the resolution for 'Purna Swaraj' (Complete Independence) was passed. It was decided to observe January 26, 1930, as the first Independence Day.
The 'Dandi March' was launched by Gandhi to protest against the tax on:
Correct Answer: C. Salt
The Dandi March was launched to protest against the British monopoly and tax on salt. Gandhi viewed salt as a basic necessity for everyone, rich or poor. He marched from Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi to make illegal salt.
The Civil Disobedience Movement began with which event?
Correct Answer: D. Dandi March
The Civil Disobedience Movement formally began with the Dandi March (Salt Satyagraha) on March 12, 1930. Breaking the salt law at Dandi on April 6, 1930, signaled the start of the movement across the country. It involved the boycott of foreign goods and non-payment of taxes.