Revolutionary Movement & Bhagat Singh — Set 10
National Movement · क्रांतिकारी आंदोलन और भगत सिंह · Questions 91–100 of 160
Bhagat Singh threw bombs while wearing what disguise?
Correct Answer: A. A. He wore no disguise at the Assembly bombing - he wanted to be arrested
Bhagat Singh deliberately did not wear any disguise when he threw bombs in the Central Legislative Assembly on April 8, 1929. He wanted to be arrested so he could use the trial as a platform to spread revolutionary ideas. Both he and Batukeshwar Dutt surrendered willingly. This was a calculated political act, not just a violent protest.
What was the relationship between Bhagat Singh and Sukhdev?
Correct Answer: A. A. They were childhood friends from Lahore
Bhagat Singh and Sukhdev were childhood friends who met in Lahore. They both attended Dayanand Anglo-Vedic High School in Lahore. They were later students together at National College. Their close friendship strengthened their commitment to the revolutionary movement. They were executed together on March 23, 1931.
What did Bhagat Singh's father do after his arrest?
Correct Answer: A. A. He filed a petition seeking mercy which Bhagat Singh objected to
Bhagat Singh's father Kishan Singh filed a petition seeking mercy for his son, which Bhagat Singh publicly denounced. In a statement, Bhagat Singh distanced himself from the petition saying he had no desire to appeal for mercy. He said the petition was filed without his knowledge or consent. He maintained his dignity until the end.
The HSRA published a manifesto. What did it call for?
Correct Answer: A. A. Abolition of all systems that exploit man by man
The HSRA manifesto called for the abolition of all systems that exploit man by man. It outlined a vision for a socialist India free from British rule and class exploitation. The manifesto was published in 1929 and showed the revolutionary and socialist character of the organization. It influenced subsequent leftist movements in India.
What is Bhagat Singh remembered as in popular Indian culture?
Correct Answer: A. A. Shaheed-e-Azam (Greatest of Martyrs)
Bhagat Singh is remembered as 'Shaheed-e-Azam' meaning 'Greatest of Martyrs' in popular Indian culture. His image adorns public places, postage stamps, and currency. He consistently tops polls of greatest Indians. His portrait often appears alongside Gandhi and Nehru as a symbol of India's diverse freedom movement.
Which revolutionary organization existed before the HSRA?
Correct Answer: A. A. Hindustan Republican Association (HRA)
The Hindustan Republican Association (HRA) was founded in 1924 by Sachindra Nath Sanyal. It was the precursor to the HSRA. After the Kakori case decimated its ranks, Bhagat Singh and Chandrashekhar Azad reorganized it as the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association in 1928. The addition of 'Socialist' reflected new ideological directions.
The Partition of Bengal in 1905 was one of the most significant events that triggered the Extremist Movement. Who issued this partition order?
Correct Answer: A. A. Lord Curzon
The correct answer is A. Lord Curzon. Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of India, partitioned Bengal in 1905 ostensibly for administrative purposes, but it sparked massive nationalist uproar and the Swadeshi Movement. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Based on historical events, The Partition of Bengal in 1905 was one of the most significant events that triggered the Extremist Movement. Who issued this partition order?
Correct Answer: A. A. Lord Curzon
The correct answer is A. Lord Curzon. Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of India, partitioned Bengal in 1905 ostensibly for administrative purposes, but it sparked massive nationalist uproar and the Swadeshi Movement. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
Which of the following statements about Lord Curzon is correct? The Partition of Bengal in 1905 was one of the most significant events that triggered the Extremist Movement. Who issued this partition order?
Correct Answer: A. A. Lord Curzon
The correct answer is A. Lord Curzon. Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of India, partitioned Bengal in 1905 ostensibly for administrative purposes, but it sparked massive nationalist uproar and the Swadeshi Movement. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
In which decade did the HSRA carry out most of its activities?
Correct Answer: A. A. 1920s-1930s
The HSRA was most active in the late 1920s and early 1930s. Major activities include the Kakori robbery (1925, as HRA), formation of HSRA (1928), Saunders killing (1928), Assembly bombing (1929), Lahore Conspiracy trial (1929-31), and the execution of Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru (1931). Chandrashekhar Azad died in February 1931.