Mahatma Gandhi Quiz
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In which year was Mahatma Gandhi born?

  • 1869 (correct)
  • 1879
  • 1889
  • 1859

What was the primary focus of Gandhi's activism in South Africa?

  • Establishing educational institutions
  • Encouraging emigration to Europe
  • Promoting trade with India
  • Combating racial discrimination (correct)

Which of the following movements was NOT led by Mahatma Gandhi?

  • The Quit India Movement
  • The Independence Movement (correct)
  • The Civil Disobedience Movement
  • The Non-Cooperation Movement

What is the concept of Satyagraha, as advocated by Gandhi?

<p>Non-violent resistance and truth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which event motivated Gandhi to become more active in the Indian independence movement?

<p>The Jallianwala Bagh massacre (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is Satyagraha?

A philosophy advocating for achieving social and political change through peaceful resistance and nonviolence.

What was the Non-Cooperation Movement?

A movement launched by Gandhi in 1920 that called for Indians to boycott British goods and institutions, aiming to challenge British rule.

How did Gandhi react to the Rowlatt Act?

Gandhi's response to the Rowlatt Act, which allowed the British to imprison people without trial, included large-scale protests and civil disobedience.

What happened at the Jallianwala Bagh massacre?

This tragedy, where British troops fired on a peaceful gathering of Indians at Jallianwala Bagh, sparked widespread outrage and solidified Gandhi's leadership in the independence movement.

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What was the impact of Gandhi's time in South Africa?

Gandhi's journey to South Africa in 1893 exposed him to racial discrimination and ignited his activism against injustice. This experience shaped his future fight for India's independence.

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