Understanding Non-Violent Resistance

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What happens when nonviolent methods are practised under conditions of governmental tolerance?

They are considered as violent methods.
They are prohibited by the government.
They require great courage and have a powerful impact.
They have a limited impact and are insignificant. (correct)

What is the goal of non-cooperation in the face of institutional injustice and discrimination?

To actively participate in the normal functioning of society.
To use violent methods to achieve a goal.
To cooperate with the government to achieve a common goal.
To refuse to act in ways which are considered 'normal'. (correct)

What is one of the ways non-violent intervention can be implemented?

By cooperating with the government to achieve a common goal.
By creating parallel social and economic institutions. (correct)
By boycotting social institutions.
By using violent methods to achieve a goal.

What event sparked the non-cooperation movement in 1920?

The Jallianwala Bagh massacre (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between non-violent intervention and non-cooperation?

Non-violent intervention is a more direct and instantaneous challenge. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of Gandhi's Satyagraha movement?

To withdraw Indian support from the British Empire (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following leaders was inspired by Gandhi's teachings?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the effects of non-cooperation?

It can effectively stop the normal functioning of society. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the common goal of nonviolent methods?

To challenge institutional injustice and discrimination. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of Gandhi's philosophy?

Fighting for human rights through peaceful means (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a non-cooperation technique used by Gandhi?

Refusing to supply services to the British (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary distinction between non-violence and pacifism?

Non-violence is active, while pacifism is passive (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to Gandhi, what is the meaning of the term 'Satyagraha'?

Holding onto truth (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does US President Barack Obama see Gandhi as an embodiment of?

Transformational change through peaceful means (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of non-violent action?

To discover social power without harming others (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a form of non-violent action?

Corporal punishment (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of non-violent action?

It is active and courageous (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between non-violent action and institutionalized political methods?

Non-violent action goes beyond normal political methods (B) Signup and view all the answers