Women Freedom Fighters — Set 7
National Movement · महिला स्वतंत्रता सेनानी · Questions 61–70 of 125
Ramabai Ranade was the wife of which famous 19th century social reformer and jurist?
Correct Answer: C. Justice Mahadev Govind Ranade
Ramabai Ranade was the wife of Justice Mahadev Govind Ranade, a prominent social reformer, jurist, and nationalist of 19th century Maharashtra. Her husband's influence inspired her to work for women's education and social reform. After his death in 1901, she continued and expanded his social work. She established the Seva Sadan in 1909 which provided education and shelter to women in need.
Kalpana Datta later married which prominent Communist leader of Bengal?
Correct Answer: C. P. C. Joshi
Kalpana Datta later married P. C. Joshi, the first General Secretary of the Communist Party of India, and worked actively in the communist movement after independence. She wrote a book 'Chittagong Armory Raiders — Reminiscences' about the Chittagong Armoury Raid. She remained committed to progressive causes throughout her life. She died in 1995 in New Delhi.
Begum Hazrat Mahal issued a proclamation countering Queen Victoria's proclamation of 1858. What did she appeal for?
Correct Answer: B. Continued resistance and protection of Indian religion and culture
Begum Hazrat Mahal issued a counter-proclamation in 1858 appealing for continued resistance and arguing that the British were destroying Indian religion and culture. She pointed out that Queen Victoria's promises of equal treatment were false. Her proclamation was addressed to Hindus, Muslims, and all communities asking them to unite against British rule. It is considered a remarkable document of early Indian nationalism.
Aruna Asaf Ali went underground after August 1942 and continued publishing which newspaper?
Correct Answer: B. Inqilab
Aruna Asaf Ali went underground after August 9, 1942 and continued her nationalist activities including publishing the underground newspaper 'Inqilab' to keep the freedom movement alive. The British government placed a reward of Rs. 5,000 on her head. She remained underground for about five years before surfacing in 1946. After independence she was involved in journalism and politics in New Delhi.
Savitribai Phule was trained as a teacher by which couple who helped her receive formal education?
Correct Answer: B. Cynthia and Thomas Farrar
Savitribai Phule was trained as a teacher by American missionary couple Cynthia and Thomas Farrar who recognized her intellectual abilities and commitment. She also trained at Normal School in Pune. This training enabled her to open and run the first girls' school at Bhide Wada, Pune in 1848 with her husband Jyotirao Phule. She faced enormous social hostility but persisted in her mission of women's education.
The Indian National Army's women's regiment, the Rani of Jhansi Regiment, was formed in which year?
Correct Answer: C. 1943
The Rani of Jhansi Regiment, the women's wing of the Indian National Army under Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, was formed in 1943 with Captain Lakshmi Sahgal as its commander. The regiment was named after Rani Lakshmibai to symbolize women's courage in the freedom struggle. It recruited women from the Indian diaspora in Southeast Asia. The regiment participated in INA's campaigns in Burma and Imphal.
Muthulakshmi Reddi worked for abolition of which social practice that exploited women in South India?
Correct Answer: B. Devadasi system
Muthulakshmi Reddi campaigned vigorously for the abolition of the devadasi system, which dedicated young girls to temples and resulted in their exploitation in South India. She introduced the Devadasi Abolition Bill in the Madras Legislative Council in 1930. Her efforts led to the Prevention of Dedication Act in Tamil Nadu. She was also the first woman legislator in British India, nominated to the Madras Legislative Council in 1927.
Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit was the sister of which Indian Prime Minister?
Correct Answer: B. Jawaharlal Nehru
Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit was the sister of India's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. She shared his commitment to Indian independence and participated in multiple nationalist movements for which she was imprisoned three times. She had a distinguished diplomatic career as India's Ambassador to the USSR, USA, and UK. She became the first woman to preside over the UN General Assembly in 1953.
Usha Mehta was a student at which Bombay college when she began her underground radio work?
Correct Answer: C. Elphinstone College
Usha Mehta was associated with Elphinstone College, Bombay when she became involved in nationalist activities during the Quit India Movement. She was deeply influenced by Mahatma Gandhi's teachings and participated actively in the freedom movement from a young age. After independence she pursued an academic career in political science. She became a Professor of Political Science at Bombay University.
Which freedom fighter was the first Indian woman to be elected to the Constituent Assembly from Bengal?
Correct Answer: B. Renuka Ray
Renuka Ray was the first Indian woman elected to the Constituent Assembly from Bengal and later became a member of the Parliament of India. She was a significant freedom fighter and social worker who worked closely with leaders like Jawaharlal Nehru. She championed women's rights and education reform throughout her career. She served as the Minister of Relief and Rehabilitation in West Bengal.