Partition of Bengal & Swadeshi — Set 10
National Movement · बंगाल विभाजन और स्वदेशी · Questions 91–100 of 160
Who was Dwijendralal Roy and his contribution to the Swadeshi movement?
Correct Answer: B. He was a poet who composed nationalist songs for the movement
Dwijendralal Roy was a Bengali poet and playwright who composed nationalist songs during the Swadeshi movement. His patriotic songs expressed love for Bengal and India and inspired nationalist sentiment. Songs like 'Dhana Dhanya Pushpa Bhara' became popular during the movement. Like Rabindranath Tagore his literary contributions helped spread the nationalist message to common people.
What was the Anushilan Samiti's role in creating the revolutionary tradition in Bengal?
Correct Answer: B. It trained revolutionaries and organized the Alipore bomb conspiracy
The Anushilan Samiti trained young men in physical and revolutionary activities and organized the Alipore bomb conspiracy. It was a secret society that prepared young Bengalis for armed revolution against British rule. The organization had connections with Aurobindo Ghosh's circle. After the Alipore trial it was suppressed but continued to influence Bengali revolutionary nationalism.
What was the connection between the Swadeshi movement and the founding of the Muslim League?
Correct Answer: B. Some British and Muslim leaders founded the League partly in response to the Hindu-dominated Swadeshi agitation
The Muslim League was founded in Dhaka in December 1906, the same year the Swadeshi movement reached its peak. Some British officials and Muslim leaders founded the League partly as a counterweight to the Hindu-dominated Swadeshi agitation. The British supported separate Muslim political representation to divide nationalist forces. The founding of the League was partly a response to the perceived Hindu character of the Congress and Swadeshi movement.
Which famous Indian author wrote the novel 'The Home and the World' (Ghare Baire) critiquing violent nationalism?
Correct Answer: C. Rabindranath Tagore
Rabindranath Tagore wrote 'Ghare Baire' (The Home and the World) which critiqued some aspects of the Swadeshi movement, particularly its aggressive nationalism and use of communal symbols. The novel depicts the moral dilemmas faced by Indians during the Swadeshi period. Tagore was concerned that nationalism could become intolerant and dangerous. Despite his criticisms he remained supportive of India's independence.
What economic impact did the Swadeshi movement have on Indian handloom industry?
Correct Answer: B. It revived and strengthened the handloom industry
The Swadeshi movement significantly revived and strengthened the handloom industry in India. The boycott of British textiles created demand for Indian handloom cloth. Weavers and artisans benefited from increased orders. The movement established handloom cloth (later called khadi) as a symbol of patriotism and self-reliance that Gandhi would later develop into a major political symbol.
Who was Satyen Bose and his contribution to revolutionary nationalism in Bengal?
Correct Answer: B. He was associated with Anushilan Samiti's revolutionary activities
Satyen Bose (different from scientist S.N. Bose) was associated with Anushilan Samiti's revolutionary activities in Bengal. He was part of the network of revolutionary nationalists inspired by the Swadeshi era. The Swadeshi period created an entire generation of revolutionary leaders in Bengal. Many of them continued their activities through the 1910s-1930s.
The Swadeshi League was a social organization that promoted indigenous industries and self-reliance during the movement. How did it support local entrepreneurs?
Correct Answer: A. A. Financial assistance and market promotion
The correct answer is A. Financial assistance and market promotion. The Swadeshi League provided loans, market access, and promotional support to local manufacturers and entrepreneurs to develop indigenous industries. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Regarding Financial assistance and market promotion, which statement is correct? The Swadeshi League was a social organization that promoted indigenous industries and self-reliance during the movement. How did it support local entrepreneurs?
Correct Answer: D. D. Financial assistance and market promotion
The correct answer is D. Financial assistance and market promotion. The Swadeshi League provided loans, market access, and promotional support to local manufacturers and entrepreneurs to develop indigenous industries. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Historical context: The Swadeshi League was a social organization that promoted indigenous industries and self-reliance during the movement. How did it support local entrepreneurs?
Correct Answer: A. A. Financial assistance and market promotion
The correct answer is A. Financial assistance and market promotion. The Swadeshi League provided loans, market access, and promotional support to local manufacturers and entrepreneurs to develop indigenous industries. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
What was the impact of the anti-partition movement on Indian political consciousness?
Correct Answer: B. It awakened political consciousness among masses beyond educated elite
The anti-partition movement awakened political consciousness among the masses beyond the educated elite. For the first time, ordinary merchants, students, farmers and women participated in organized political protest. The movement showed that economics could be used as a political weapon. It also demonstrated that organized mass action could force the British to reverse their decisions.