Gandhian Era — Set 7
Indian History · गांधी युग · Questions 61–70 of 170
The 'Butler Committee' (1927) was appointed to improve relations between:
Correct Answer: C. Indian Government and Indian States
The Butler Committee (Indian States Committee) was appointed in 1927 to investigate the relationship between the Paramount Power (British Crown) and the Princely States. It reaffirmed that the relationship was with the Crown, not the Government of India. This was to protect princes from a future democratic Indian government.
Who founded the 'Servants of God' or 'Khudai Khidmatgar' movement?
Correct Answer: B. Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan
Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan founded the 'Khudai Khidmatgar' movement in 1929. The members were also known as 'Red Shirts' due to their distinctive uniforms. It was a non-violent Pashtun freedom struggle against the British.
The 'Lucknow Pact' of 1916 was an agreement between:
Correct Answer: A. Congress and Muslim League
The Lucknow Pact was an agreement between the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League. It helped bring the two parties together to demand self-government. Lokmanya Tilak and Muhammad Ali Jinnah played key roles in this pact.
In which jail did Gandhi write the book 'Hind Swaraj'?
Correct Answer: B. He wrote it on a ship
Gandhi wrote 'Hind Swaraj' (Indian Home Rule) in 1909 on a ship while traveling from London to South Africa. It is a dialogue condemning modern civilization and outlining his vision of Swaraj. It is considered a seminal text of Gandhian philosophy.
Who was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress?
Correct Answer: A. Annie Besant
Annie Besant was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress, presiding over the 1917 Calcutta session. She was a prominent Theosophist and leader of the Home Rule League. Sarojini Naidu was the first *Indian* woman to hold the post later in 1925.
The 'Home Rule League' movement was launched by Bal Gangadhar Tilak and:
Correct Answer: C. Annie Besant
The Home Rule League movement was launched by Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Annie Besant in 1916. They established separate leagues to cover different parts of India. The movement demanded self-government for India within the British Empire.
The 'Sabarmati Ashram' was established by Gandhi in which city?
Correct Answer: A. Ahmedabad
Gandhi established the Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Though initially founded as the Satyagraha Ashram in Kochrab in 1915, it was moved to the banks of the Sabarmati River in 1917. It served as the base for his constructive activities and freedom struggle.
Who gave the title of 'Mahatma' to Gandhi?
Correct Answer: D. Rabindranath Tagore
Rabindranath Tagore is widely credited with bestowing the title of 'Mahatma' (Great Soul) on Gandhi. They had a relationship of mutual respect, often debating nationalist ideas. Gandhi, in turn, called Tagore 'Gurudev'.
The 'Tripuri Crisis' of the Congress (1939) related to:
Correct Answer: C. Election of President
The Tripuri Crisis related to the election of the Congress President in 1939. Subhash Chandra Bose defeated Gandhi's candidate, Pattabhi Sitaramayya. However, Bose resigned later due to the non-cooperation of the Gandhi wing in the Working Committee.
Who was the Viceroy of India when the Jallianwala Bagh massacre took place?
Correct Answer: C. Lord Chelmsford
Lord Chelmsford was the Viceroy of India (1916-1921) during the Jallianwala Bagh massacre in 1919. The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms were also introduced during his tenure. The massacre happened under the administration of Michael O'Dwyer, the Lt. Governor of Punjab.