Revolutionary Movement & Bhagat Singh — Set 8
National Movement · क्रांतिकारी आंदोलन और भगत सिंह · Questions 71–80 of 160
What was the name of the HSRA journal/pamphlet that spread their ideology?
Correct Answer: A. A. The Philosopher
HSRA published a journal/pamphlet called 'The Philosopher' to spread their revolutionary socialist ideology. They also distributed pamphlets and wrote extensively in newspapers. Bhagat Singh wrote under pseudonyms for various revolutionary publications. The written word was an important tool for the HSRA alongside armed action.
What did Bhagat Singh say about dying young?
Correct Answer: A. A. 'It is easy to die but hard to live for the cause'
Bhagat Singh famously said 'It is easy to die but hard to live for a great cause.' This reflects his philosophical approach to martyrdom. He saw his death as a calculated act to inspire millions. He believed that his death would spark the revolutionary fire he could not ignite through other means.
The Kakori train action was carried out on which date?
Correct Answer: A. A. August 9, 1925
The Kakori train robbery took place on August 9, 1925 when HRA revolutionaries stopped a train near Kakori station in UP and looted the government treasury funds. It was led by Ram Prasad Bismil and Ashfaqullah Khan. Ten revolutionaries were arrested and four were hanged. The date August 9 is significant as it is also 'Quit India Day' in 1942.
Who was the Congress leader who pleaded for mercy for Bhagat Singh before his execution?
Correct Answer: B. B. Mahatma Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi pleaded for mercy for Bhagat Singh with Viceroy Lord Irwin during the Gandhi-Irwin Pact negotiations in 1931. However, the British refused to commute the death sentence. Many revolutionaries and their supporters were disappointed that Gandhi did not do enough to save Bhagat Singh. This created some tension between Gandhian and revolutionary streams.
Where was Ram Prasad Bismil hanged?
Correct Answer: A. A. Gorakhpur Jail
Ram Prasad Bismil was hanged on December 19, 1927 at Gorakhpur District Jail in Uttar Pradesh. He faced death with great courage and recited Vedic mantras before his execution. He was 30 years old at the time of his execution. His poems written in jail before execution remain deeply moving.
Where was Ashfaqullah Khan hanged?
Correct Answer: A. A. Faizabad Jail
Ashfaqullah Khan was hanged on December 19, 1927 at Faizabad Jail in Uttar Pradesh. He was 27 years old at the time of his execution. On the same day, Ram Prasad Bismil was hanged in Gorakhpur and Roshan Singh in Naini. Their simultaneous executions showed British determination to crush the revolutionary movement.
Roshan Singh, a Kakori case convict, was hanged at which jail?
Correct Answer: A. A. Naini Jail, Allahabad
Roshan Singh (also known as Roshan Lal) was hanged on December 19, 1927 at Naini Central Jail in Allahabad. He was one of the four Kakori case convicts hanged on the same day. Roshan Singh was a physically imposing man known for his fearless character. He bore the punishment with great dignity.
Rajendra Lahiri was hanged two days before the other three Kakori convicts. Where was he hanged?
Correct Answer: A. A. Gonda Jail
Rajendra Lahiri was hanged on December 17, 1927 at Gonda Jail, two days before the other three Kakori convicts (Bismil, Ashfaqullah, Roshan Singh). The British moved up his execution to prevent any rescue attempt. He was from Bengal and had joined the HRA. He sang 'Vande Mataram' before his execution.
Which book by Bhagat Singh reflects his prison reading and socialist thought?
Correct Answer: A. A. Jail Notebook
Bhagat Singh's 'Jail Notebook' contains notes he made while reading extensively in Lahore jail. It shows his deep engagement with Marxist, socialist, and revolutionary literature. The notebook was preserved and later published. It gives insights into his intellectual development during his final months.
What message did Bhagat Singh send to the people of India before his execution?
Correct Answer: A. A. 'Down with Imperialism! Long live the Revolution!'
In his last statement before execution, Bhagat Singh sent the message 'Down with British Imperialism! Long live the Revolution!' He maintained his revolutionary convictions till the very end. He refused to apologize for his actions or seek mercy. His last words expressed hope that the revolutionary struggle would continue.