Gandhi's Satyagraha and Indian Freedom Movement

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In which year did Mahatma Gandhi return to India from South Africa?

  • 1920
  • 1905
  • 1910
  • 1915 (correct)

What is the central concept of Satyagraha, as developed by Gandhi?

  • Armed resistance
  • Political lobbying
  • Truth and non-violence (correct)
  • Aggressive confrontation

Which of the following locations was the site of Gandhi's early Satyagraha movements related to indigo cultivators?

  • Kheda
  • Bardoli
  • Champaran (correct)
  • Ahmedabad

What was Gandhi's response in Ahmedabad in 1918?

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In Kheda, Gandhi's satyagraha focused on what issue?

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What did Gandhi advocate as a first step toward self-sufficiency for India?

<p>Using Khadi (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What symbol of self-reliance became part of the Indian National Congress flag?

<p>The charkha (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Rowlatt Act?

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How did Mahatma Gandhi respond to the Rowlatt Act?

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What was observed on 6 April 1919, in response to Gandhi's call?

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In what city did the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre take place?

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What was the main purpose of the gathering at Jallianwala Bagh before the massacre?

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Who was the British officer responsible for the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre?

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The Khilafat Movement was launched in India to protest injustices done to which country?

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What was the primary goal of the Non-Cooperation Movement?

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Which incident led to Mahatma Gandhi calling off the Non-Cooperation Movement?

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What items became symbols of the Non-Cooperation Movement?

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Who gave Gandhi the title 'Mahatma'?

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Who assassinated Michael O'Dwyer to avenge the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre?

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Where was the Sabarmati Ashram located?

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What strategic rationale underpinned Gandhi and Tilak's support for the Khilafat Movement?

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What was the immediate trigger for Mahatma Gandhi to call off the Non-Cooperation Movement?

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What broader message did Gandhi convey when he urged people to adopt khadi and the charkha?

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How did the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre affect the Indian independence movement?

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What was the strategic significance of choosing Sabarmati as the location for Gandhi's Ashram?

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How did the Non-Cooperation Movement transform the nature of the Indian freedom struggle?

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What was Udham Singh's motivation for assassinating Michael O'Dwyer?

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In what way did the Khilafat Movement influence Mahatma Gandhi's approach to the Indian freedom struggle?

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Why did Gandhi take the Chauri Chaura incident so seriously?

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What was the main purpose of the gathering at Jallianwala Bagh on April 13, 1919, before the massacre?

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How did Gandhi's experiences in South Africa influence his approach to the Indian freedom struggle?

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What was the significance of choosing khadi as a symbol of self-reliance?

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How did the Rowlatt Act challenge fundamental legal principles?

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What do the Champaran, Ahmedabad, and Kheda satyagrahas collectively demonstrate about Gandhi’s early strategy in India

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What was the broader impact of incorporating the charkha into the Indian National Congress flag?

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What critical insight did Gandhi bring to the forefront of the Indian freedom movement?

<p>The moral power of non-violent resistance and self-sufficiency. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering Gandhi’s emphasis on self-reliance, which action would he most likely discourage?

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What underlying principle connects Gandhi’s advocacy for khadi and his opposition to the Rowlatt Act?

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In the context of the Rowlatt Act, why was the call for a 'hartal' a significant form of protest?

<p>It demonstrated widespread Indian opposition and disrupted normal economic activity non-violently. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Gandhi's leadership differ from previous nationalist movements in India?

<p>He mobilized mass participation through non-violent methods and addressed social and economic issues. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering Gandhi's emphasis on both truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa) within Satyagraha, which action would LEAST align with its principles during a protest?

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How did Gandhi's concept of self-reliance challenge the economic structure imposed by British rule in India?

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In what way did Gandhi's opposition to the Rowlatt Act demonstrate a broader critique of the British legal system in India?

<p>By challenging the Act's disregard for due process and civil liberties, which Gandhi saw as essential for a just society. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios would most effectively highlight the successful implementation of Gandhi's strategy of Satyagraha?

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Considering Gandhi's belief in addressing the conditions of the poor, which initiative would he consider the MOST crucial for immediate implementation?

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Considering the broader context of the Khilafat Movement, what strategic advantage did Gandhi and Tilak perceive in supporting it, beyond merely addressing Muslim grievances?

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What was the most significant long-term consequence of the Chauri Chaura incident on the trajectory of India's freedom movement?

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How did Udham Singh's assassination of Michael O'Dwyer demonstrate a shift in the nature of resistance against British rule, compared to Gandhi's approach?

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In what way did the establishment and activities of the Sabarmati Ashram contribute to the broader goals of the Indian independence movement?

<p>It functioned as a self-sufficient community, promoting economic independence and challenging the exploitative practices of British rule. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering Gandhi's reaction to the Chauri Chaura incident and his broader philosophy, what underlying principle guided his decision to halt the Non-Cooperation Movement?

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Considering Gandhi's approach to social change, which action would he MOST likely undertake to address systemic injustice?

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How did Gandhi's emphasis on self-sufficiency and the adoption of khadi challenge the prevailing economic structure imposed by British rule in India?

<p>It aimed to undermine British economic dominance by promoting local production and consumption, reducing reliance on imported goods. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering Gandhi's interpretation of individual responsibility in the face of unjust laws, which action would he LEAST likely consider justifiable?

<p>Secretly funding violent resistance groups to undermine government authority. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What underlying philosophical principle connects Gandhi's advocacy for khadi and his staunch opposition to the Rowlatt Act?

<p>Commitment to individual liberty and self-determination. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way did Gandhi's strategic deployment of satyagraha movements in Champaran, Ahmedabad, and Kheda demonstrate an evolving approach to addressing socioeconomic grievances in India?

<p>By using targeted non-violent resistance to address specific injustices faced by different segments of the population. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering the political climate in India after the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, what was the most significant shift in the Indian populace's attitude towards British rule?

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What was the underlying strategic rationale behind Gandhi and Tilak's support for the Khilafat Movement beyond solely addressing the grievances of the Muslim population?

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How did Gandhi's emphasis on self-reliance, exemplified by the promotion of khadi and the charkha, challenge the existing economic framework imposed by British rule in India?

<p>By stimulating local economies and reducing reliance on British-manufactured goods. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering Gandhi's reaction to the Chauri Chaura incident and his broader philosophy, what underlying principle most likely guided his decision to halt the Non-Cooperation Movement?

<p>A commitment to maintaining strict adherence to non-violent principles, even at the expense of immediate political gains. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mahatma Gandhi was born in Gujarat.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi studied law in the United States before going to South Africa.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Satyagraha is based on the ideas of truth and non-violence.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A satyagrahi could accept injustice if it benefited them.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi's first use of satyagraha in India was at Hyderabad.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Ahmedabad, Gandhi fasted to support the poor mill workers.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi encouraged the production and use of cotton.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Rowlatt Act allowed the British government to imprison people without a trial.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi supported the Rowlatt Act.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The protests against the Rowlatt Act were observed as a Green Day.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

General Dyer ordered his troops to fire at Jallianwala Bagh.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Jallianwala Bagh massacre took place in 1929.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Khilafat Movement aimed to protest the injustice against Turkey.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Non-Cooperation Movement urged people to work with the British government.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Chauri Chaura incident involved peasants burning down a police station.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi immediately supported the violence at Chauri Chaura.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi never served any time in prison during the Non-Cooperation Movement.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Nelson Mandela was not influenced by Gandhi's ideologies.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Rabindranath Tagore gave Gandhi the title 'Great Soul'.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Udham Singh did not avenge the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi's concept of satyagraha was primarily influenced by his experiences advocating for civil rights in the United States.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Rowlatt Act allowed the British government to detain individuals without trial, but only if there was concrete evidence of their involvement in violent activities.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi's initial efforts in India involved advocating for indigo cultivators in Champaran, mill workers in Ahmedabad, and peasants in Kheda, all within the same year.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi's promotion of khadi was primarily aimed at boosting India’s export economy by producing high-quality textiles for the international market.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi's return to India in 1915 directly led to the immediate repeal of discriminatory laws and the beginning of complete self-governance within a year.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The spinning wheel, or charkha, was incorporated into the Indian National Congress flag primarily as a symbol of technological advancement and modernization.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi advocated for complete isolation from foreign influence, urging Indians to reject all external ideas and technologies in favor of traditional practices.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In response to the Rowlatt Act, Mahatma Gandhi called for a nationwide active resistance, encouraging citizens to confront authorities physically.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi’s efforts during the Ahmedabad mill workers' strike in 1918 involved advocating for the mill owners to maximize profits, thus stimulating the local economy.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Before dedicating himself fully to India's freedom struggle, Gandhi was a doctor.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre primarily protested the arrests of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

General Dyer ordered his troops to open fire on unarmed demonstrators at Jallianwala Bagh following a carefully planned tactical withdrawal strategy.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Khilafat Movement aimed to protest injustices against Germany after its defeat in World War 1, and Gandhi saw it as an opportunity to unite Hindus and Christians.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Non-Cooperation Movement of 1920 advocated for violent resistance against the British, with participants encouraged to confront authorities using force.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The burning of the police station in Chauri Chaura, resulting in the deaths of twenty-two policemen, directly reinforced Gandhi's commitment to continuing the Non-Cooperation Movement without interruption.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following the Chauri Chaura incident, Gandhi refocused efforts on promoting industrialization and modern technology to uplift the poor.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Nelson Mandela and Mahatma Gandhi had no contact or mutual influence, as their struggles were geographically and ideologically disparate.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The title 'Mahatma', meaning 'Great Soul', was bestowed upon Gandhi by Jawaharlal Nehru in recognition of his pivotal role in the independence movement.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Michael O'Dwyer, assassinated by Udham Singh, was the British Prime Minister at the time of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Sabarmati Ashram was established with the primary goal of promoting military training and strategic planning during the Indian freedom struggle.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The primary objective of the Non-Cooperation Movement, as initially conceived, was to achieve immediate and complete independence from British rule, rather than gradual self-governance.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

General Dyer was commended by the British government for his actions at Jallianwala Bagh, leading to his promotion within the military ranks and knighthood for maintaining order.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi's decision to halt the Non-Cooperation Movement following the Chauri Chaura incident was universally supported by all Congress leaders, who viewed non-violence as an absolute principle without exception.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Udham Singh assassinated Lord Mountbatten, holding him directly accountable for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre due to his position as Viceroy of India at the time.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Khilafat Movement's primary goal was to advocate for complete independence for India from British rule, leveraging the influence of the Sultan of Turkey to pressure the British government.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi's concept of Satyagraha, developed during his time in South Africa, primarily revolved around the principles of deception and strategic violence.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi's initial satyagraha movements in India included advocating for indigo cultivators in Champaran, supporting mill owners in Ahmedabad, and assisting peasants with tax payments in Kheda.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi emphasized self-reliance by promoting the use of khadi and supporting village industries, believing that prioritizing the basic needs of the poor was secondary to achieving political independence.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Rowlatt Act empowered the British government to imprison individuals without trial and conduct searches without warrants, leading Mahatma Gandhi to initiate a satyagraha movement in staunch support of its provisions.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following the enactment of the Rowlatt Act, a countrywide passive resistance was observed on April 6, 1919, with Amritsar and Lahore being placed under civilian rule due to the peaceful nature of the demonstrations.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born in ______ on 2 October 1869.

<p>Porbandar</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi studied ______ in England.

<p>law</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi evolved the concept of ______ to fight injustice.

<p>satyagraha</p> Signup and view all the answers

Satyagraha was mainly based on the two ideas of truth (satya) and ______ (ahimsa).

<p>non-violence</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1917, Gandhi fought for the rights of poor indigo cultivators in ______.

<p>Champaran</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Ahmedabad in 1918, Gandhi decided to ______ till his demands were met by the owners.

<p>fast</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Kheda in 1918, Gandhi fought for peasants who had not been able to pay ______ in the face of failed harvests.

<p>taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi encouraged Indians to make and use ______-coarse handspun cloth.

<p>khadi</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ or the spinning wheel later became a part of the flag of the Indian National Congress.

<p>charkha</p> Signup and view all the answers

The British Government passed the ______ Act in 1919.

<p>Rowlatt</p> Signup and view all the answers

People gathered at ______ Bagh in Amritsar to protest against the arrest of two nationalist leaders.

<p>Jallianwala</p> Signup and view all the answers

______ Dyer ordered his troops to open fire on the unarmed demonstrators at Jallianwala Bagh.

<p>General</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ Movement was launched in India to protest the injustice done to Turkey.

<p>Khilafat</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi saw the Khilafat agitation as an opportunity for cementing Hindu-______ unity.

<p>Muslim</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1920, Congress adopted the Non-______ Movement to attain swaraj.

<p>Cooperation</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ and Khadi became symbols of the Non-Cooperation Movement.

<p>Charkha</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Chauri ______ incident led Gandhi to call off the Non-Cooperation Movement.

<p>Chaura</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi was sentenced to six years of imprisonment for inciting people to ______ the government.

<p>disobey</p> Signup and view all the answers

______ Singh killed Michael O'Dwyer to avenge the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

<p>Udham</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ Ashram was where Gandhi lived and a main center of the freedom struggle.

<p>Sabarmati</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi evolved the concept of ______ during his stay in South Africa to fight against injustice, emphasizing truth and non-violence.

<p>satyagraha</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1918, Gandhi decided to ______ until his demands were met in favor of the poor mill workers in Ahmedabad.

<p>fast</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi insisted on ______ and encouraged Indians to make and use khadi, which is coarse handspun cloth.

<p>self-reliance</p> Signup and view all the answers

The British Government passed the ______ after World War I, which allowed them to imprison any person without trial.

<p>Rowlatt Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi called for a countrywide ______ on April 6, 1919, to oppose the Rowlatt Act, resulting in demonstrations across India.

<p>passive resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi returned to India in the year ______.

<p>1915</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi fought for peasants who had not been able to pay taxes in the face of failed harvests in ______ (in Gujarat).

<p>Kheda</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi fought for the rights of poor indigo cultivators, who were suffering under the British in ______ (in Bihar) in 1917.

<p>Champaran</p> Signup and view all the answers

A satyagrahi or a follower of satyagraha, had to be truthful and non-violent, but would not accept ______.

<p>injustice</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, the British declared ______ throughout Punjab, further intensifying the atmosphere of fear and oppression.

<p>martial law</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi saw the Khilafat agitation as an opportunity to foster ______ unity and involve Muslims in the broader movement for national independence.

<p>Hindu-Muslim</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Non-Cooperation Movement, symbolized by the ______ and khadi, urged Indians to reject collaboration with the British government as a means to achieve swaraj.

<p>charkha</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi halted the Non-Cooperation Movement due to the ______ incident, underscoring his commitment to non-violence as a core principle of the struggle.

<p>Chauri Chaura</p> Signup and view all the answers

Prior to his work in India, Gandhi's experiences in ______, particularly his encounters with racial discrimination, shaped his commitment to fighting injustice.

<p>South Africa</p> Signup and view all the answers

The title '______', meaning Great Soul, was bestowed upon Gandhi by Rabindranath Tagore in recognition of his profound impact on India and the world.

<p>Mahatma</p> Signup and view all the answers

[Blank] was an Indian revolutionary who assassinated Michael O'Dwyer in London to avenge the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

<p>Udham Singh</p> Signup and view all the answers

From 1917 to 1930, Gandhi made ______ Ashram his home and center for independence movement activities.

<p>Sabarmati</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ Massacre, where British forces fired upon unarmed protestors, led to increased resolve to end British rule.

<p>Jallianwala Bagh</p> Signup and view all the answers

Inspired by Gandhi’s principles of non-violent resistance, ______ fought against racial discrimination in South Africa and later became President.

<p>Nelson Mandela</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, the British declared ______ throughout Punjab, intensifying their control.

<p>martial law</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi's philosophy of satyagraha primarily revolved around two core principles: truth (satya) and ______ (ahimsa).

<p>non-violence</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi and Tilak capitalized on the ______ agitation as a prime opportunity to unify Hindus and Muslims, integrating Muslims into the broader national movement.

<p>Khilafat</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ and khadi became potent symbols of the Non-Cooperation Movement, representing self-reliance and a boycott of British goods.

<p>charkha</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi's emphasis on self-reliance led him to promote the use of ______, a coarse handspun cloth, as a symbol of economic independence and resistance to British textiles.

<p>khadi</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi halted the Non-Cooperation Movement because the violent ______ highlighted a fundamental misunderstanding of non-violence among the populace.

<p>Chauri Chaura Incident</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ Act of 1919 allowed the British government to imprison individuals without trial, leading to widespread protests and galvanizing Gandhi to call for a countrywide satyagraha.

<p>Rowlatt</p> Signup and view all the answers

Gandhi organized a fast in ______ in 1918 to support the demands of poor mill workers, demonstrating his commitment to social justice and improving the lives of the marginalized.

<p>Ahmedabad</p> Signup and view all the answers

Udham Singh assassinated Michael O'Dwyer in London in 1940, seeking retribution for O'Dwyer's role as the governor-general during the ______.

<p>Jallianwala Bagh massacre</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1918, Gandhi championed the cause of peasants in ______ who were unable to pay taxes due to failed harvests, illustrating his support for agrarian communities and their economic struggles.

<p>Kheda</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what year did Gandhi return to India?

<p>1915</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term Gandhi used for his philosophy of fighting injustice?

<p>Satyagraha</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one of the two key concepts on which Satyagraha was based.

<p>Truth or Non-violence</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which region of India did Gandhi first fight for the rights of indigo cultivators?

<p>Champaran</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Ahmedabad, what action did Gandhi take to support the demands of poor mill workers?

<p>Fasting</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Kheda, for whom and why did Gandhi fight?

<p>Peasants who could not pay taxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of cloth did Gandhi encourage Indians to make and use as a step towards self-sufficiency?

<p>Khadi</p> Signup and view all the answers

What symbol associated with self-reliance became part of the Indian National Congress flag?

<p>Charkha or Spinning wheel</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of protest was being held at Jallianwala Bagh before the massacre?

<p>Peaceful protest</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the Act that allowed the British government to imprison people without a trial?

<p>Rowlatt Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Mahatma Gandhi propose to oppose the Rowlatt Act?

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What item, besides Khadi, became a symbol of the Non-Cooperation Movement?

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In which town did the burning of a police station by protestors occur, leading Gandhi to call off the Non-Cooperation Movement??

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What country was the Sultan of, who was also the Caliph (religious head) of Muslims all over the world?

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What movement did Gandhi and Tilak see as a golden opportunity for cementing Hindu-Muslim unity?

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What was Mahatma Gandhi's sentence after being arrested in 1922?

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Who assassinated Michael O'Dwyer in London as revenge for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre?

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Explain how the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre acted as a catalyst for the Indian independence movement.

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What role did religious unity play in the early stages of the Non-Cooperation Movement, and how did the Khilafat Movement contribute to this unity?

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Describe the core principle behind the Non-Cooperation Movement and provide two specific examples of how Indians were encouraged to participate.

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Explain why Gandhi called off the Non-Cooperation Movement, and what actions did he encourage his followers to take following this decision?

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How did the use of the 'charkha' (spinning wheel) and 'khadi' (handspun cloth) symbolize the Non-Cooperation Movement?

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Outline the significance of Sabarmati Ashram in the context of India's struggle for independence.

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In what ways did Gandhi's philosophy influence other leaders fighting for justice, citing a specific example from the text?

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How did Udham Singh's actions reflect the long-term impact and personal motivations stemming from the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre?

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Explain the meaning and significance behind the titles 'Mahatma' and 'Bapu' given to Gandhi.

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How did the British government respond to the growing unrest and participation in the Non-Cooperation Movement?

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Explain how Gandhi's concept of Satyagraha integrated truth and non-violence as tools against injustice. How did this compare to more aggressive methods of resistance?

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Describe the immediate impacts of the Rowlatt Act on civil liberties and how it enabled the British government to exert greater control over the Indian population.

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How did Gandhi's advocacy for Khadi align with his broader vision of a self-reliant India, and what symbolic value did it hold for the Indian National Congress?

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What were the key differences in the issues addressed and the approaches used by Gandhi in his early satyagraha movements in Champaran, Ahmedabad, and Kheda?

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In what ways did the observance of 6 April 1919, as a 'Black Day' signify a turning point in the Indian struggle for independence, given the context of the Rowlatt Act?

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Explain how Gandhi's experiences in South Africa shaped his philosophy of Satyagraha and influenced his approach to leading the Indian freedom movement upon his return to India.

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Considering Gandhi's emphasis on self-reliance, how might his principles be applied to address contemporary socio-economic challenges in India?

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Analyze the effectiveness of Gandhi's non-violent resistance strategies in comparison to violent methods, considering both short-term impacts and long-term consequences.

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How did the imposition of martial law in Amritsar and Lahore reflect the British government's perception of the threat posed by Gandhi's satyagraha movement?

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What were the differences between the Rowlatt Act and standard legal procedures concerning arrest and detention, and why was it considered unjust by many Indians?

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Explain how Gandhi's experiences in South Africa shaped his philosophy of Satyagraha, and how did this differ from conventional methods of resistance at the time?

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Assess the strategic importance of promoting khadi and village industries in Gandhi's vision for a free India. How did these initiatives aim to undermine British economic control?

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Describe the key provisions of the Rowlatt Act and analyze why it was perceived as a direct threat to civil liberties and the rule of law in India.

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Given Gandhi's emphasis on non-violence, how did he justify the use of 'passive resistance' against unjust laws like the Rowlatt Act, and what were the potential risks and challenges associated with this approach?

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To what extent did the inclusion of the charkha on the Indian National Congress flag symbolize Gandhi's broader socio-economic and political vision for India?

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Evaluate the effectiveness of the hartals and demonstrations organized in response to the Rowlatt Act in mobilizing widespread participation and challenging British authority.

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Explain the significance of Gandhi's early satyagraha movements in Champaran, Ahmedabad, and Kheda. How did these movements address specific grievances, and what broader impact did they have on the Indian freedom movement?

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How did Gandhi's emphasis on Hindu-Muslim unity influence the strategies and outcomes of the protests against the Rowlatt Act?

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Analyze the ways in which the implementation of martial law in response to protests against the Rowlatt Act exposed the limitations and injustices inherent in British colonial rule.

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Considering Gandhi's commitment to non-violence and social justice, how might he have addressed the challenge of achieving economic equality in a post-independence India, while maintaining individual liberties and democratic principles?

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Explain the strategic rationale behind Mahatma Gandhi and Tilak's support for the Khilafat Movement, considering the broader goals of the Indian national movement and the potential risks of aligning with a religiously motivated cause?

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Analyze the long-term implications of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre on the Indian independence movement, considering its impact on Indian public sentiment, the methods of resistance employed, and the overall trajectory of the struggle for freedom.

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Critically evaluate Mahatma Gandhi's decision to halt the Non-Cooperation Movement following the Chauri Chaura incident, taking into account the potential benefits of continuing the movement despite the violence, and the long-term consequences of his decision on the momentum of the Indian independence struggle.

<p>Gandhi halted the movement due to his commitment to non-violence, believing that the Chauri Chaura incident indicated a lack of understanding and adherence to this principle among the masses. While controversial, the decision aimed to maintain the moral high ground and prevent the movement from descending into widespread violence, though it temporarily stalled the momentum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Assess the effectiveness of the Non-Cooperation Movement in achieving its stated objectives, considering both its successes in mobilizing mass participation and its failures in compelling the British government to concede to Indian demands for self-rule.

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In what ways did the adoption of charkha and khadi symbolize the Non-Cooperation Movement and contribute to its goals of swaraj and self-reliance?

<p>The <em>charkha</em> and <em>khadi</em> symbolized self-reliance and resistance to British economic exploitation. By promoting local production of cloth, the movement aimed to boycott foreign goods and empower Indian industries, fostering economic independence and national pride.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the actions of individuals like Udham Singh, who sought retribution for the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, both reflect and differ from the broader philosophy of non-violent resistance advocated by Mahatma Gandhi?

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What were the key activities carried out at Sabarmati Ashram, and how did these activities seek to promote Gandhi’s vision of self-reliance and community development within the context of the Indian independence movement?

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Assess the role of the British government's response, including the use of force and imprisonment, in shaping the trajectory and intensity of the Indian independence movement during the period covered in the text.

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Contextualize Nelson Mandela's connection to Mahatma Gandhi, explaining how Gandhi's philosophy and activism in South Africa influenced Mandela's struggle against apartheid and his approach to nation-building in a post-apartheid South Africa.

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Based on the information given, what are the most significant turning points in the Indian independence movement, and how did each of these events fundamentally alter the nature, strategy, or intensity of the struggle for freedom?

<p>Key turning points include the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, which galvanized resistance; the Khilafat Movement, which fostered Hindu-Muslim unity; the Non-Cooperation Movement, which mobilized mass participation; and the Chauri Chaura incident, which led to a reassessment of non-violent strategy. Each event redefined tactics, broadened participation, or shifted the overall direction of the movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Satyagraha

The concept to fight injustice based on truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa).

Qualities of a Satyagrahi

Truthfulness, non-violence, and refusal to accept injustice.

Champaran Satyagraha

A movement in 1917 where Gandhi fought for the rights of indigo cultivators oppressed by the British.

Ahmedabad Satyagraha

A movement in 1918 where Gandhi fasted to support the demands of poor mill workers.

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Kheda Satyagraha

A movement in 1918 focused on helping peasants who couldn't pay taxes due to failed harvests.

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Self-Reliance

Gandhi's core beliefs

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Khadi

Coarse handspun cloth encouraged by Gandhi.

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Charkha

The spinning wheel, a symbol of self-reliance, that later became a part of the flag of the Indian National Congress.

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The Rowlatt Act (1919)

An act that allowed the British government to imprison people without trial.

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Satyagraha against Rowlatt Act

Gandhi's response to the Rowlatt Act, involving countrywide passive resistance on April 6, 1919.

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Jallianwala Bagh Massacre

The killing of hundreds of unarmed protestors in Amritsar on April 13, 1919, under General Dyer's orders.

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Khilafat Movement

A movement by Indian Muslims to support the Caliph (Sultan of Turkey) after Turkey's defeat in World War I.

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Non-Cooperation Movement

A mass movement led by Gandhi, urging Indians to refuse cooperation with the British government to achieve swaraj (self-rule).

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Swaraj

Self-rule or self governance.

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Chauri Chaura Incident

An incident where peasants, angered by police firing, burned down a police station in Chauri Chaura, leading Gandhi to call off the Non-Cooperation Movement.

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Mahatma

Title given to Gandhi by Rabindranath Tagore, meaning 'Great Soul'.

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Bapu

A title of respect for Gandhi. Meaning father.

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Sabarmati Ashram

The Ashram where Gandhi lived with his wife Kasturba and other inmates from 1917 to 1930. It was one of the main centers of the freedom struggle.

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Who was Mahatma Gandhi?

Indian lawyer and activist who led India to independence from British rule.

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What is Satyagraha?

Gandhi’s method of fighting injustice through truth and non-violence.

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Gandhi’s priority

Gandhi believed India’s poor needed attention first.

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Gandhi's idea of a free society

Gandhi wanted India to be able to satisfy the basic needs of its people.

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Gandhi's view on Khadi

Encouraged Indians to make and use handspun cloth.

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Symbolism of the Charkha

The spinning wheel became part of the Congress flag.

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What was the Rowlatt Act?

Law allowing imprisonment and search without warrants

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Passive resistance (1919)

Gandhi's method to oppose the Rowlatt Act

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What was Black Day?

A day of strikes and demonstrations against the Rowlatt Act.

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Martial Law (1919)

Towns put under military control due to unrest against the Rowlatt Act.

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Arrest of nationalist leaders

Dr. Saifuddin Kitchlew and Satya Pal were arrested by the British, which triggered a protest in Amritsar.

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General Dyer

A British officer who ordered his troops to open fire on unarmed protestors at Jallianwala Bagh.

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Cause of Khilafat Movement

The unjust treatment towards Turkey after its defeat in World War I.

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Hindu-Muslim Unity

Gandhi and Tilak's view of the Khilafat agitation as an opportunity

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Khilafat Day

The action taken to show the Khilafat Movement

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Attain Swaraj

The goal of the Non-Cooperation Movement.

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Charkha and Khadi

Symbols of the Non-Cooperation Movement

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Reason for suspending Non-Cooperation

Non-violent resistance was not properly understood

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Udham Singh

A survivor of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre who assassinated Michael O'Dwyer.

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Jallianwala Bagh Massacre Responsibility

Michael O'Dwyer was held accountable for this

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Gandhi's Birth

Born in Porbandar, Gujarat, on October 2, 1869.

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Gandhi's Belief

The idea that India could only develop once the needs of that nation's poor and suffering were addressed.

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Terms of Rowlatt Act

An Act where the government could imprison any person without trial and search any place without a warrant.

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Mahatma Gandhi Pledges

A pledge to oppose the Rowlatt Act through satyagraha, calling for countrywide passive resistance.

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Black Day

A day of demonstrations and hartals (strikes) staged by Hindus and Muslims.

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Government's Repressive Tactics

Using firings and lathi charges to suppress protests.

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What was Non-Cooperation?

The Non-Cooperation Movement asked Indians to stop working with the British.

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Gandhi's Goal with Khilafat

Aimed to bring Hindus and Muslims together in the national movement.

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Khadi and Swaraj

A symbol of the Non-Cooperation Movement.

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Who returned to India in 1915?

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, who led India to independence.

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Gandhi's satyagraha in 1919

Gandhi called for a countrywide protest.

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Who was General Dyer?

British officer responsible for the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre.

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Who were Satya Pal and Dr. Saifuddin Kitchlew?

Two nationalist leaders arrested before the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre.

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What was the Khilafat Movement?

A movement where Muslims protested the reduced status of the Sultan of Turkey.

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What was the Non-Cooperation Movement?

A movement urging Indians to stop cooperating with the British government.

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What was the Chauri Chaura incident?

Gandhi called off the Non-Cooperation Movement because of this act of violence.

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When did Gandhi return to India?

The year Mahatma Gandhi returned to India from South Africa.

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Describe khadi.

Making and using handspun cloth.

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What did the Rowlatt Act allow?

Allowed imprisonment without trial.

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Gandhi's first step

To address the conditions of the poor.

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Making Khadi meaning

To make and use Khadi.

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Satyagraha fight injustice

Gandhi's response to injustice.

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Key turning point

Gandhi's return to India.

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Satyagraha importance

Gandhi's ideas and beliefs.

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Gandhi’s Initial Focus

Gandhi's initial focus was to improve the lives of the poor.

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Gandhi's Vision

Gandhi wanted India to be self-reliant and capable of meeting its people's needs.

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Gandhi and Khadi

He encouraged Indians to make and wear handspun cloth.

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What is the Charkha?

Promoted by Gandhi

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Gandhi Returns

Gandhi returned to India from South Africa.

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Meaning of Satyagraha

Gandhi's concept to fight injustice using soul force.

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Key point of the Rowlatt Act

Passed by the British, it allowed imprisonment without trial.

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What is Charkha?

Symbol of self reliance.

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Who was Gandhi?

Indian lawyer and activist

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What is Khadi?

The use of homespun cloth.

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Chauri Chaura

Ended Gandhi's movement

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1915

Gandhi's return to India

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Who were Dr. Kitchlew & Satya Pal?

Nationalist leaders arrested before the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre.

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Gandhi in South Africa

Indian lawyer and activist who fought against racism in South Africa.

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Champaran (1917)

Poor indigo farmers right to land.

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Ahmedabad (1918)

Gandhi fasted pushing to meet demands of mill workers.

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Kheda (1918)

Gandhi fought for these farmers due to no tax payment.

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Khadi Importance

Handspun cloth; promoted freedom.

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Rowlatt Act

Government imprisoning any person without a trial.

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Government Repression

British used violence to suppress protests.

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Jallianwala Bagh

A park in Amritsar where unarmed protesters were killed.

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Khilafat Movement (India)

A movement to support the Sultan of Turkey, who was also the Caliph.

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Caliph

Sultan of Turkey in the Islamic faith.

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Non-Cooperation

Refusing to cooperate with the British government.

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Non-Cooperation suspended

A movement suspended by Gandhi.

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Impact of Chauri Chaura

Violence leading to the suspension of the Non-Cooperation Movement.

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The Sabarmati Ashram

Where Gandhi lived and promoted self-reliance.

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Porbandar

Gandhi's birthplace in Gujarat, India.

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Racism

Gandhi fought against it in South Africa.

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Satya and Ahimsa

Truth and Non-violence.

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Insistence on Self-Reliance

To be self-sufficient.

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Gandhi vs Rowlatt

Opposition to Rowlatt Act via satyagraha.

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Define Martial Law

Military control

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Unrest in Amritsar

Dr. Saifuddin Kitchlew and Satya Pal's arrest.

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Who were Satya Pal & Dr. Kitchlew?

Nationalist leaders arrested before the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre.

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Inciting

The act of provoking people to disobey authority or the government.

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Gandhi and Mandela

Gandhi and Nelson Mandela inspired each other through their thoughts and beliefs.

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Michael O'Dwyer

Governor-general of India during the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre.

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Gandhi's Return (1915)

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi returned to India, influencing the freedom movement.

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Champaran, 1917

Poor indigo farmers sought justice against British oppression.

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Ahmedabad, 1918

Gandhi fasted to support poor mill workers.

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Resistance to Rowlatt Act

Hindus and Muslims demonstrated and went on strikes.

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Where is Jallianwala Bagh?

A park in Amritsar where unarmed protesters were killed on April 13, 1919

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What is Swaraj?

The goal of the Non-Cooperation Movement

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Impact of what event?

Violence leading to the suspension of the Non-Cooperation Movement

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Who is Michael O'Dwyer?

Governor-General of India during the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre

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Inciting Meaning

The act of provoking or encouraging people to disobey authority or the government

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Gandhi and who?

They inspired each other through their thoughts and beliefs

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Gandhi's Early Life

Born in Porbandar, studied law in England, and fought racism in South Africa.

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Satyagraha's Basis

Truth and non-violence are essential to fighting injustice.

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Champaran

Poor indigo farmers' rights were fought for in 1917.

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Ahmedabad Mill Workers

Gandhi fasted to support mill workers' demands in 1918.

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Kheda Peasants

Gandhi helped peasants unable to pay taxes due to crop failure in 1918.

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Gandhi's Vision of a Free Society

A society able to meet the basic needs of its people.

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Define Khadi

Coarse, handspun cloth promoted by Gandhi for self-reliance.

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Rowlatt Act's Power

The British government could imprison anyone without trial.

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Gandhi's Response to Rowlatt

Gandhi called for passive resistance across the country.

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Jallianwala Bagh Protest

A protest against the arrest of nationalist leaders that turned deadly.

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What was Khilafat?

A movement to support the Caliph after Turkey's defeat in WWI.

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Non-Cooperation Meaning

Refusal to cooperate with the British government.

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Chauri Chaura Significance

An incident of violence that caused Gandhi to halt a major movement.

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Khadi/Charkha Importance

Became symbols of the Non-Cooperation Movement.

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What is inciting?

The act of provoking actions against the government

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The Khilafat Movement

The movement uniting Hindus and Muslims

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Satyagraha meaning

Truth and non-violence are its core tenets, used to resist injustice.

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Gandhi's focus on the poor

To address poverty by promoting local production.

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Focus of Khadi

Coarse, handspun cloth promoted by Gandhi to foster self-reliance.

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Aim of Rowlatt Act

Empowered the government to imprison individuals without trial.

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Gandhi's response in 1919

Countrywide passive resistance.

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British Response (1919)

To suppress protests against the Rowlatt Act.

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Cause of unrest in Amritsar

Dr. Saifuddin Kitchlew and Satya Pal's arrest

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Gandhi's Satyagraha

Gandhi's method of opposing injustice through non-violent resistance.

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Gandhi's Priority

Gandhi believed improving the lives of the poor and suffering was paramount.

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Who was arrested?

Arrested before the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre. Triggered protest in Amritsar.

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Khilafat Movement cause

A movement to support the Sultan of Turkey after Turkey's defeat in World War I.

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Chauri Chaura's Impact

Gandhi suspended the Non-Cooperation Movement.

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Who was responsible.

Michael O'Dwyer was held accountable for this dreadful act during the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre.

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Charkha association

Symbolized India's fight for freedom and self-reliance.

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Gandhi's objective achieved

Self-governance that Gandhi fought for against British rule.

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Where was Sabarmati Ashram?

Sabarmati (Gujarat).

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Study Notes

  • In 1915, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi returned to India and actively participated in the freedom movement, marking a turning point.
  • Gandhi was born in Porbandar, Gujarat, on October 2, 1869, studied law in England, and practiced in South Africa.
  • Gandhi fought against racism in South Africa.
  • Gandhi returned to India in 1915 at the age of 46.

Gandhi’s Ideas and Beliefs

Satyagraha

  • Gandhi developed the concept of satyagraha in South Africa to combat injustice, based on truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa).
  • A satyagrahi must be truthful, non-violent, and reject injustice.
  • Gandhi's early uses of satyagraha in India were at Champaran, Ahmedabad, and Kheda.
  • In Champaran, Bihar, in 1917, Gandhi fought for poor indigo cultivators' rights, who suffered under British rule.
  • In Ahmedabad in 1918, Gandhi fasted to support poor mill workers' demands from owners.
  • In Kheda, Gujarat, in 1918, Gandhi fought for peasants unable to pay taxes due to failed harvests.

Insistence on Self-Reliance

  • Gandhi believed in addressing the conditions of the poor and suffering in India first.
  • Gandhi believed this could only happen in a free and self-sufficient society able to meet its people's basic needs.
  • Gandhi encouraged Indians to make and use khadi (handspun cloth) as a step toward self-sufficiency.
  • Gandhi encouraged village and small-scale industries.
  • The charkha (spinning wheel) became part of the Indian National Congress flag due to the importance of self-reliance and khadi.

Major Events of The Freedom Struggle Under Gandhi

The Rowlatt Act (1919)

  • The British Government passed the Rowlatt Act soon after World War I, allowing imprisonment without trial and warrantless searches.
  • Gandhi pledged to oppose the Rowlatt Act through satyagraha.
  • Gandhi called for a countrywide passive resistance on April 6, 1919, observed as a Black Day, with demonstrations and hartals by Hindus and Muslims.
  • Amritsar, Lahore, and other towns were placed under martial law as civic authorities felt overwhelmed.
  • The government used firings and lathis to suppress the agitation.

The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre

  • On April 13, 1919, people gathered at Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar to protest the arrest of Satya Pal and Dr. Saifuddin Kitchlew.
  • General Dyer and British troops opened fire on unarmed demonstrators, including aged men, women, and children.
  • Hundreds were killed, and over a thousand were injured, with limited escape routes due to high walls and only one exit.
  • Martial law was declared throughout Punjab after the massacre.
  • The incident united Indians to end British rule and deeply disturbed Gandhi.
  • The Jallianwala Bagh killings were a turning point in the freedom struggle.

The Khilafat Movement

  • Gandhi realized the need to resolve Hindu-Muslim differences to create a mass movement.
  • The Khilafat Movement in India provided an opportunity.
  • The Sultan of Turkey was also the Caliph (religious head) of Muslims worldwide, but his position was weakened after Turkey's defeat in World War I.
  • Indian Muslims protested the injustice to Turkey, leading to the Khilafat Movement.
  • Gandhi and Tilak saw the Khilafat agitation as a way to unite Hindus and Muslims and involve Muslims in the national movement.
  • They traveled the country with Khilafat leaders, urging people to observe October 17, 1919, as Khilafat Day.
  • The Khilafat Movement adopted the non-cooperation programme.

The Non-Cooperation Movement

  • In December 1920, Congress adopted a plan of struggle against the government for swaraj (self-rule) called the Non-Cooperation Movement.
  • The movement urged people to refuse cooperation with the British.
  • The charkha (spinning wheel) and khadi became symbols of the movement.
  • It had a powerful impact, turning the freedom struggle into a mass movement with participation from all walks of life.
  • Government enforcement of law and order led to clashes and bloodshed.
  • Thousands of nationalist leaders were imprisoned by the end of 1921 but this could not subdue the spirit of the Indians.

The Chauri Chaura Incident

  • On February 5, 1922, police fired upon a procession of peasants led by Congress workers at Chauri Chaura, Uttar Pradesh.

  • The peasants burned down the police station in anger, resulting in the deaths of twenty-two policemen.

  • Gandhi took the incident seriously and called off the Non-Cooperation Movement, realizing that non-violence was not properly understood.

  • Congress workers and the masses were asked to promote khadi and the charkha, establish nationalist schools, and improve conditions for the poor.

  • On March 10, 1922, Gandhi was sentenced to six years of imprisonment for inciting people to disobey the government.

  • This marked the end of the first phase of the Non-Cooperation Movement against the British government in India.

  • Gandhi and Nelson Mandela inspired each other in their fight against injustice.

  • Nelson Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 and died in 2013.

  • Rabindranath Tagore gave Gandhi the title Mahatma, meaning Great Soul.

  • Gandhi is also referred to as Bapu or Father of the Nation.

  • Udham Singh, a survivor of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, killed Michael O'Dwyer in London in 1940, holding him responsible for allowing such a dreadful thing to happen.

  • The Sabarmati Ashram in Sabarmati, Gujarat, was Gandhi's residence from 1917 to 1930 and a central hub of the freedom struggle.

  • Gandhi lived there with his wife Kasturba and other inmates.

  • Activities such as farming, animal husbandry, and spinning were carried out in support of self-reliance.

  • A part of the Ashram is now a museum displaying the objects used by Gandhi.

  • The Sabarmati Ashram serves as a source of inspiration and a monument to the ideals of the Indian freedom struggle.

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