Emergence of Nationalism in India

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Which of the following political associations played a significant role in the early stages of the Indian nationalist movement?

The All-India Muslim League

The British Parliament

The East India Company

The Poona Sarvajanik Sabha (correct)

What was the primary objective of the Vernacular Press Act of 1878?

To subsidize vernacular newspapers

To promote journalism in vernacular languages

To encourage freedom of speech and expression in India

To allow the government to censor newspapers critical of its policies (correct)

What was the main purpose of the Ilbert Bill of 1883?

To separate the judiciary and executive branches of the government

To grant Indians the right to bear arms

To establish legislative councils in all provinces of India

To allow Indian judges to preside over trials involving British or European people (correct)

What was a key demand of the Indian National Congress in its early years regarding civil service examinations?

Holding civil service examinations in India as well as London (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following demands was NOT a focus of the early Indian National Congress?

Increased military expenditure (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the Moderate leaders' primary approach to achieving their political goals?

Appealing to the British sense of justice and freedom through peaceful means (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did early nationalists believe Indianisation would help reduce the drain of wealth to England?

By ensuring that Indian salaries were spent within India rather than repatriated to England (B) Signup and view all the answers

What economic issues did early Congress leaders highlight as arising from British rule?

Increased poverty, famines, and food shortages due to grain exports to Europe (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the Congress ministries' resignation in 1939?

The British refusal to grant India complete independence in exchange for supporting the war effort. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Muslim League's demand in 1940?

It marked the formal call for the creation of independent states specifically for Muslims. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What led the Muslim League to view Muslims as a separate 'nation' from Hindus?

The provincial elections of 1937 and the Congress's rejection of a joint government in the United Provinces. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main proposal of the British Cabinet Mission sent to Delhi in 1946?

To maintain a united India as a loose confederation with autonomy for Muslim-majority areas. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the immediate trigger for the widespread violence that erupted in northern India by March 1947?

The failure of the Cabinet Mission and the Muslim League's call for 'Direct Action Day'. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did the 'Quit India' movement impact the British Raj?

It brought the Raj to its knees by instigating widespread rebellion and undermining its authority. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the participation of women in the struggle for independence?

Women participated in large numbers, actively joining protests and movements. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What action did Mahatma Gandhi urge people to take during the movement against the British, and what principle did he emphasize?

Adopt a strategy of passive resistance and non-cooperation without violence. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following strategies was NOT a key focus of the Swadeshi movement?

Advocating for the complete abandonment of traditional Indian customs. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason cited by the British government for the 1905 partition of Bengal?

To facilitate more efficient governance due to Bengal's large size. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main point of contention between the Moderates and Radicals within the Indian National Congress before the Surat split?

The methods to be used in the Swadeshi movement. (A) Signup and view all the answers

The Lucknow Pact of 1916 signified a crucial moment in the Indian independence movement. What was the key agreement reached in this pact?

An alliance between the Congress and the Muslim League to collaboratively work towards a representative government. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did the First World War impact the economic situation in India, contributing to the rise of mass nationalism?

It resulted in increased taxes and expanded Indian industries, creating a demand for greater development opportunities. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Rowlatt Act against which Mahatma Gandhi launched a satyagraha in 1919?

It allowed the British government to imprison individuals without trial for up to two years. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the Khilafat Movement, and how did it connect with the Non-Cooperation Movement?

A movement by Indian Muslims to protect the Ottoman Caliphate, which merged with the Non-Cooperation Movement. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What led Mahatma Gandhi to call off the Non-Cooperation Movement, despite its widespread success?

The violent incident at Chauri Chaura, which conflicted with his principle of non-violent resistance. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of observing "Independence Day" on January 26, 1930?

It was a symbolic act to promote the fight for Purna Swaraj (complete independence). (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason behind the boycott of the Simon Commission when it arrived in India in 1927?

The commission did not include any Indian members. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions taken by Mahatma Gandhi is considered a direct challenge to British economic policies in India?

His march to Dandi to break the salt law. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary objective of the "forest satyagrahas" staged by tribals and poor peasants in the Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh during the Non-Cooperation Movement?

To protest against restrictions on access to forests and grazing rights, challenging colonial control over resources. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why did a group of Muslim landowners and zamindars form the All India Muslim League at Dacca in 1906?

To support the partition of Bengal and seek separate electorates for Muslims, safeguarding their political interests. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the key impact of the Khilafat-Non-Cooperation alliance in Bengal during the Indian independence movement?

It fostered enormous communal unity and strength to the national movement. (C) Signup and view all the answers

The partition of Bengal in 1905 had different impacts on its eastern and western parts. Which of the following statements accurately describes one of these distinctions?

The West, dominated by Hindus with its capital at Calcutta, became a center for revolutionary activities. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Poona Sarvajanik Sabha

An early Indian political organization advocating for national unity and rights.

Arms Act of 1878

Legislation prohibiting Indians from possessing arms.