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What prompted the Hijrat Movement in 1920 among Muslim communities?
What prompted the Hijrat Movement in 1920 among Muslim communities?
- Encouragement from the Afghan government
- The desire to establish a new government in India
- The hope of joining forces with other communities
- Belief that India had become a land of war (correct)
Which factor contributed to the collaboration between Mr. Gandhi and Muslims?
Which factor contributed to the collaboration between Mr. Gandhi and Muslims?
- The failure of the British to address Indian grievances
- The impact of World War I on India
- The establishment of the Lucknow Pact in 1916 (correct)
- The rise of alternative political parties
What was the main aim of the Non-Cooperation Movement initiated by Mr. Gandhi?
What was the main aim of the Non-Cooperation Movement initiated by Mr. Gandhi?
- To engage in armed rebellion against British rule
- To promote the use of violence to achieve independence
- To encourage reliance on British institutions
- To adopt non-violent means of resistance against British rule (correct)
What incident marked the end of the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1922?
What incident marked the end of the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1922?
What concerns did Mr. Jinnah express regarding the movement?
What concerns did Mr. Jinnah express regarding the movement?
What was the primary reason for the failure of the Hijrat Movement?
What was the primary reason for the failure of the Hijrat Movement?
How did public sentiment shift among Muslims following the Hijrat Movement?
How did public sentiment shift among Muslims following the Hijrat Movement?
Study Notes
The Hijrat Movement
- In 1920, 18,000 Muslims attempted to migrate to Afghanistan, largely motivated by the belief that India had become a land of war.
- The movement ultimately failed, driven by the Afghan government's inability to accommodate such a large number of migrants.
- This movement led to the decline of the Khilafat movement and the loss of faith among many Muslims.
The Non-Cooperation Movement (1920-1922)
- The movement aimed to achieve Indian independence through non-violent means, drawing inspiration from the success of the Khilafat movement.
- Key figures such as Mahatma Gandhi and Muhammad Ali Jinnah, united their efforts through the Lucknow Pact (1916), promoting non-cooperation in various domains like education and political participation.
- Mr.Jinnah had concerns regarding premature withdrawal from cooperation, arguing for the development of alternative institutions.
- The movement saw participation by Indians refusing titles and positions, boycotting British institutions like schools, colleges, and courts.
- The Chauri Chaura incident in 1922 marked the end of the Non-Cooperation Movement.
- The incident involved police firing upon demonstrators, leading to a violent response, the death of 22 policemen and Gandhi's subsequent decision to call off the movement, upholding his commitment to non-violence.
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Explore the significant Hijrat Movement of 1920, where thousands of Muslims sought refuge in Afghanistan due to unrest in India, and the subsequent Non-Cooperation Movement inspired by the Khilafat Movement. Understand the key figures involved, their motivations, and the impact on Indian independence efforts. Delve into the challenges faced and the implications for the Muslim community in India.
