Hinduism and Islam: Clash of Two Social Orders
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What was the basis of Muslim nationhood according to the text?

  • Ethnic similarity
  • Territorial identity
  • Shared faith in Islam (correct)
  • Common language

What was the main reason Muslims demanded the formation of a sovereign state?

  • To order their lives based on Islamic teachings (correct)
  • For political supremacy
  • To preserve their eating habits
  • To eliminate Hinduism

What concept emerged with the advent of Islam, according to the text?

  • Indian nationalism
  • 'Ali-Garh' movement
  • 'Two Nations Theory' (correct)
  • Sheikh Ahmad Sirhindi's philosophy

Who was primarily responsible for evolving the concept of Muslims as a separate nation, according to the text?

<p>Sir Syed Ahmad Khan (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the basis of the demand for Pakistan by the Muslims in British India?

<p>Two-Nation Theory (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Muslims in British India feel the need for separate electorates?

<p>To preserve their distinct identity and advance their interests (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Hindus demand in the Hindi-Urdu Controversy?

<p>Hindi as the official language replacing Urdu (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role did Sir Syed Ahmad Khan play in advocating for Muslim interests in British India?

<p>Advocated for safeguards and constitutional guarantees for Muslims (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jinnah's 14 Points in 1929 aim to do?

<p>Define Muslim identity and rights in India (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term did Jinnah use to refer to the Muslims of India in 1935?

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

What did Jinnah assert in 1939 about Hindus and Muslims in India?

<p>They are two nations with distinct identities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Jinnah differentiate Muslims from Hindus based on his speeches and statements?

<p>By referring to Islamic principles and symbols (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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