Partition of Bengal & Swadeshi — Set 4

Correct Answer: C. Dadabhai Naoroji

Dadabhai Naoroji was elected President of the Indian National Congress at the Calcutta session of 1906. His election was supported by both moderates and extremists. Under his presidency the four important resolutions were passed. The session was significant as it marked the beginning of a more assertive phase of Indian nationalism.

Correct Answer: C. Boycott of British goods

The main form of protest in the Swadeshi movement was the boycott of British goods. People refused to buy British cloth, salt, sugar and other products. Instead they promoted use of Indian-made goods. Bonfires of foreign goods were organized in public places as a dramatic form of protest.

Correct Answer: D. D. Founded Bande Mataram magazine

The correct answer is D. Founded Bande Mataram magazine. Aurobindo founded the magazine Bande Mataram which became the voice of the Swadeshi Movement, spreading nationalist ideals through powerful editorial content. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. A. Founded Bande Mataram magazine

The correct answer is A. Founded Bande Mataram magazine. Aurobindo founded the magazine Bande Mataram which became the voice of the Swadeshi Movement, spreading nationalist ideals through powerful editorial content. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. A. Founded Bande Mataram magazine

The correct answer is A. Founded Bande Mataram magazine. Aurobindo founded the magazine Bande Mataram which became the voice of the Swadeshi Movement, spreading nationalist ideals through powerful editorial content. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: B. A moderate leader who organized protests against partition

Surendranath Banerjee was a moderate leader who organized massive protests against the Partition of Bengal. He traveled extensively through Bengal giving speeches against the partition. He was one of the most popular leaders of the anti-partition agitation. He founded the Indian National Association in 1876 and was a major figure in Bengal's political life.

Correct Answer: C. Surat

The Surat Split took place in Surat in December 1907. The moderates and extremists clashed over the election of the Congress president. The extremists wanted Lala Lajpat Rai while the moderates preferred Rash Behari Ghosh. The clash led to violent scenes and the extremists were expelled, splitting the Congress into two factions.

Correct Answer: B. Bipin Chandra Pal

Bipin Chandra Pal was known for his powerful speeches promoting Indian self-reliance and cottage industries during the Swadeshi movement. He traveled across India speaking on Swadeshi and national education. He emphasized that India could become economically self-sufficient if Indians supported their own industries. He was one of the most eloquent advocates of the Swadeshi philosophy.

Correct Answer: B. Rabindranath Tagore

Rabindranath Tagore called for unity between Hindus and Muslims on October 16, 1905 when the partition came into effect. He suggested the practice of tying Rakhi to symbolize brotherhood. His cultural and literary contributions to the anti-partition movement were significant. He composed several protest songs including 'Amar Sonar Bangla' during this period.

Correct Answer: C. Bihar

Muzaffarpur is located in Bihar (then part of Bengal Province). In 1908, Khudiram Bose and Prafulla Chaki threw a bomb at a carriage there intending to kill Magistrate Kingsford. The incident triggered a massive crackdown on revolutionary nationalists. The Alipore Bomb Case that followed was the result of this revolutionary activity.