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In which city Jallianwala Bagh Tragedy took place? 
  • a)
    Amritsar
  • b)
    Lahore
  • c)
    Agra
  • d)
    Meerut
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Pooja Shah answered
The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, also known as theAmritsar massacre, took place on 13 April 1919 when troops of the British Indian Army under the command of Colonel Reginald Dyer fired rifles into a crowd of Punjabis, who had gathered in Jallianwala Bagh, Amritsar, Punjab.
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Why did the Indians oppose the Rowlatt Act? 
  • a)
    It introduced the Salt Law.
  • b)
    It increased taxes on land
  • c)
    It gave the British the power to arrest and detain a person without a trial
  • d)
    It put a ban on the Congress party.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Anjali kumar answered
The Indians opposed the Rowlatt Act because according to this Act, the British government could imprison any person without a trial and search any place without a warrant. 
This Act was strongly opposed by the Indians.

What did Mahatma Gandhi in his book, Hind Swaraj, declare?
  • a)
    British ruled India because the latter was militarily weak
  • b)
    British ruled India because Indians cooperated with them
  • c)
    British ruled India because they got international support
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ajit mukherjee answered
Mahatma Gandhi , in his famous book Hind Swaraj ( 1909) , declared that British rule was established in India with the cooperation of Indians and had survived only because of this cooperation. If Indians refuse to co-operate, British rule in India would collapse within one year and Swaraj would come.

Hind Swaraj' was written by? 
  • a)
    Abul Kalam Azad
  • b)
    Mahatma Gandhi
  • c)
    Sardar Patel
  • d)
    Subhash Chandra Bose
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Vikas Kumar answered
HIND SWARAJ, the title of the first definitive writing of Mahatma Gandhi, and which continues to evoke critical interest the world over even now, literally means ‘self-rule in India’.
This small book of about 30,000 words was written in Gujarati, in November 1909, on board the ship during Gandhi's return trip from England to South Africa after an abortive mission, within 10 days, 40 of the 275 pages being written with left hand. As stated by Gandhi himself: "I wrote the entire Hind Swaraj for my dear friend Dr. Pranjivan Mehta. All the argument in the book is reproduced almost as it took place with him." [CWMG 71: 238] It was published in the Indian Opinion in Natal and was soon banned by the Government in India because it contained 'matter declared to be seditious'. On that, Gandhi published the English translation from Natal to show the innocuous nature of its contents. The ban was finally lifted on 21 December 1938.

Who were the 'Sanatanis'? 
  • a)
    Saints
  • b)
    Dalits
  • c)
    High-caste Hindus
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Vivek Rana answered
At Nagpur in December 1920, a compromise was worked out and the Non-Cooperation programme was adopted by congress.

Where was Gandhi's ashram located?
  • a)
    Dandi
  • b)
    Sabarmati
  • c)
    Allahabad
  • d)
    Nagpur
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Vikas Kumar answered
Sabarmati Ashram (also known as Gandhi Ashram, Harijan Ashram, or Satyagraha Ashram) is located in the Sabarmati suburb of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, adjoining the Ashram Road, on the banks of the River Sabarmati, four miles from the town hall. This was one of the residences of Mahatma Gandhi who lived there for about twelve years along with his wife Kasturba Gandhi.

It was from his base here that Gandhi led the Dandi march also known as the Salt Satyagraha on 12 March 1930. In recognition of the significant influence that this march had on the Indian independence movement the Indian government has established the ashram as a national monument.

Who wrote the 'Vande Matram'?
  • a)
    Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay
  • b)
    Rabindranath Tagore
  • c)
    Abanindranath Tagore
  • d)
    Sardar Vallabhai Patel 
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Amit Kumar answered
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay was a Bengali, writer, poet and journalist who composed our National Song 'Vande Mataram' during India's freedom struggle

Satyagraha was ?
  • a)
    pure soul force
  • b)
    weapon of the week
  • c)
    physical force
  • d)
    force of arms
Correct answer is 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Vikas Kumar answered
Physical force means fighting the evil by using body strength and violent means which includes external force. But, soul force means resisting the evil with inner strength by using non violent means like Satyagraha.

What does the term Khalifa refer?
  • a)
    Sultan of a Muslim country
  • b)
    Spiritual leader of the Muslim
  • c)
    Nawab of a Muslim state
  • d)
    Badshah of Mughal period
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Sayali rao answered
Khalifa or Khalifah is a name or title which means "successor", "deputy" or "steward". It most commonly refers to the leader of a Caliphate, but is also used as a title among various Islamic religious groups and orders. Khalifa is sometimes also pronounced as "kalifa".

Who wrote the 'Vande Matram'? 
  • a)
    Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay
  • b)
    Rabindranath Tagore
  • c)
    Abanindranath Tagore
  • d)
    Sardar Vallabhai Patel
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Anjana Khatri answered
Vande Mataram played a vital role in the Indian independence movement, it is written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay in 1882. It was written in Bengali and Sanskrit.

Under the Inland Emigration Act of 1859 the peasants were not permitted to ?
  • a)
    Leave their village
  • b)
    Settle in the city
  • c)
    Leave their plantation without permission
  • d)
    Allow the women to leave farmlands without permission
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Rajiv Gupta answered
According to the Inland emigration act of 1859 the plantation workers were not allowed to leave the plantation field without the permission of plantation owner,they were rarely getting such permissions, and if they tried to escape from their they were caught and brutally beaten.

Can you explain the answer of this question below:
By whom was the first image of Bharatmata painted?
  • A:Rabindranath Tagore
  • B:Abanindranath Tagore
  • C:Ravi Verma
  • D:Nandalal Bose

The answer is B.

Rahul Kapoor answered
The first image of Bharat Mata was created as a watercolor painting by Abanindranath Tagore in 1905. The image depicts Bharat Mata as a saffron clad woman with four arms standing by the edge of a lotus pond. The hind arms have a piece of white cloth and a book whereas the forearms have a rosary made of beads and some paddy sheaves. The saffron attire combined with four arms and a halo behind the head made her look like a divine sadhvi. This form of Bharat Mata represented a combination of Goddesses Saraswati and Lakshmi revered for knowledge and prosperity respectively.

What kind of movement was launched by the tribal peasants of Gudem Hills in Andhra Pradesh? 
  • a)
    Satyagraha Movement
  • b)
    Militant Guerrilla Movement
  • c)
    Non-Violent Movement
  • d)
    None of the above.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Pragya sharma answered
The militant Guerrilla Movement was launched by the tribal peasants of Gudem Hills in Andhra Pradesh.
The militant guerrilla movement was led by Alluri Sitaram Raju, the follower of Mahatma Gandhi. The colonial government had closed large forest areas to prevent people from entering the forest to graze their cattle, to collect firewood and fruits which enraged the hill people. The hill people revolted when the government forced them to contribute. The Gudem rebels attacked police stations, attempted to kill British officials and carried on guerrilla warfare for achieving Swaraj.

Who was Sir Muhammad Iqbal?
  • a)
    Congress President
  • b)
    President of the Muslim League, 1930
  • c)
    Gandhiji's devout disciple
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Rahul Kapoor answered
The leadership of the Muslim League was taken over by, Sir Muhammad Iqbal, who in 1930 first put forward the demand for a separate Muslim state in India.

When did Mahatma Gandhi return to India from South Africa?
  • a)
    1913
  • b)
    1919
  • c)
    1915
  • d)
    1921
Correct answer is 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Vikas Kumar answered
9 january, 1915.
The former prime minister of India, Shri Atal Bihari Vajapeyi has started to celebrate this day as ‘Bhartiya Prawasi Diwas’ in 2003 to strengthen the engagement of overseas Indian community with the Indian government, reconnect them with their roots, celebrate their achievement and contributions.

Rowlatt Act was passed in
  • a)
    1919
  • b)
    1917
  • c)
    1918
  • d)
    1920
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Pooja Shah answered
Passed by the Imperial Legislative Council in February 1919, the Rowlatt Act enabled British government to jail anyone suspected of plotting to overthrow them for as long as two years without trial and also to try them summarily without any jury.

Which among the following was the reason for Indian opposition to the Rowlatt Act (1919)?
  • a)
    It was passed hurriedly
  • b)
    It gave the govt. enormous powers
  • c)
    Local leaders were picked up
  • d)
    It authorised the government to imprison people without trial
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Neha Patel answered
Rowlatt Act of 1919 named after British judge Sir Sidney Rowlatt effectively authorized the government to imprison for a maximum period of two years, without trial, any person suspected of terrorism living in the Raj. The Rowlatt Act gave British imperial authorities power to deal with revolutionary activities. But in this course of action even the innocent people were targeted and had no scope of " vakil, appeal or dalil". By this act, the British severely clamped the rights of Indians. Hence, Indians opposed this Act.

In which year did Gandhiji return to India from South Africa?
  • a)
    Jan. 1915
  • b)
    Feb. 1916
  • c)
    Jan. 1916
  • d)
    Feb. 1915
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Neha Patel answered
At the request of Gopal Krishna Gokhale, conveyed to him by C. F. Andrews, Gandhi returned to India in 1915. He brought an international reputation as a leading Indian nationalist, theorist and community organiser.

By whom was the first image of Bharatmata painted?
  • a)
    Rabindranath Tagore
  • b)
    Abanindranath Tagore
  • c)
    Ravi Verma
  • d)
    Nandalal Bose
Correct answer is 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Rahul Kapoor answered
The image of Bharat Mata painted by Abaindranath Tagore was a ascetic figure. she was calm, divine and composed.this image portrayed the feeling of nationalism and showed Bharat to be divine and pure.respect to this image came to seen as a means of giving respect to the nation.

MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions) with Solutions are available for Practice of the Chapter "Nationalism of India", Class 10 (X) History, India and the Contemporary World II
 
Q. By whom was the Swaraj Party formed?
  • a)
    Motilal Nehru and C.R. Das
  • b)
    Subhas Chandra Bose and Sardar Patel
  • c)
    Jawaharlal Nehru and Rajendra Prasad
  • d)
    Motilal Nehru and Rajendra Prasad
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ananya Das answered
The Swaraj Party was established as the Congress-Khilafat Swaraj Party. It was a political party formed in India in January 1923 after the Gaya annual conference in December 1922 of the National Congress, that sought greater self-government and political freedom for the Indian people from the British Raj.
It was inspired by the concept of Swaraj. In Hindi and many other languages of India, swaraj means "independence" or "self-rule." The two most important leaders were Chittaranjan Das, who was its president and Motilal Nehru, who was its secretary.

What moved Abanindranath Tagore to paint the famous image of Bharat Mata? 
  • a)
    Civil Disobedience Movement
  • b)
    Swadeshi Movement
  • c)
    Quit India Movement
  • d)
    All of these
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Rohan Kapoor answered
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay was the first person to visualise the nation in the form of a figure. In the 1870s, he wrote 'Vande Mataram' as a hymn to the motherland. Later, it was included in his novel 'Anandmath' and sung widely during the Swadeshi movement in Bengal. Moved by this Swadeshi movement, Abanindranath Tagore painted his famous image of Bharat Mata.

In the questions given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option:
Assertion (A) : It was declared that 26th January, 1930 would be celebrated as the Independence Day when people were to take a pledge to struggle for Complete Independence.
Reason (R) : Mahatma Gandhi had to find a way to relate this abstract idea of freedom to more concrete issues of everyday life.
  • a)
    Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A). 
  • b)
    Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
  • c)
    (A) is correct but (R) is wrong.
  • d)
    (A) is wrong but (R) is correct.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Rohit Sharma answered
  • In December 1929, under the Presidency of Jawaharlal Nehru, the Lahore Congress formalised the demand of 'Purna Swaraj' or full independence for India. It was declared that 26 January 1930 would be celebrated as the Independence Day when people were to take a pledge to struggle for complete independence.
  • Mahatma Gandhi found in salt a powerful symbol that could unite the nation.Salt was something consumed by the rich and the poor alike, and it was one of the most essential items of food. Due to tax on salt and the government monopoly over its production, Mahatma Gandhi declared and revealed the most oppressive face of British rule. Thus, Gandhiji demanded to abolish the salt tax.
 

Which among the following was the prime factor in the emergence of modern nationalism in India?
  • a)
    New symbols
  • b)
    New ideas
  • c)
    Icons
  • d)
    Anti-colonial movement
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Uday Roy answered
The prime factor in the emergence of modern nationalism in India was the Anti-colonial movement. This movement played a crucial role in shaping the nationalistic sentiments and aspirations of the Indian people. Here is a detailed explanation of why the Anti-colonial movement was the prime factor:

1. Historical Context:
- India had been under British colonial rule for almost two centuries. The exploitative policies of the British Raj, such as economic exploitation, cultural oppression, and political subjugation, created a sense of resentment among the Indian population.
- The impact of the 1857 Sepoy Mutiny, which was a significant uprising against British rule, further fueled the anti-colonial sentiment in the country.

2. Unifying Factor:
- The anti-colonial movement provided a common cause for Indians from diverse backgrounds to come together and fight against a common enemy. It transcended regional, religious, and caste differences, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose among Indians.
- Prominent leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Subhas Chandra Bose played a pivotal role in mobilizing and organizing the masses, emphasizing the importance of unity in the struggle for independence.

3. Awakening National Consciousness:
- The anti-colonial movement acted as a catalyst in awakening the national consciousness of the Indian people. It instilled a sense of pride in India's rich cultural heritage, history, and traditions.
- The movement highlighted the injustices faced by Indians and emphasized the need for self-rule, thereby creating a strong sense of national identity and pride among the masses.

4. Adoption of National Symbols and Ideals:
- As part of the anti-colonial movement, Indians began adopting new symbols and ideals that represented their nationalistic aspirations. The national flag, national anthem, and national emblem became powerful symbols of India's struggle for independence.
- The movement also promoted new ideas such as democracy, secularism, and social equality, which became integral to the Indian nationalist discourse.

5. Mass Mobilization and Resistance:
- The anti-colonial movement witnessed massive mobilization and resistance against British rule. Protests, demonstrations, boycotts, and acts of civil disobedience became common methods used by the Indian masses to express their opposition and demand freedom.
- These acts of resistance not only challenged British authority but also strengthened the resolve and determination of the Indian people to achieve independence.

In conclusion, the anti-colonial movement was the prime factor in the emergence of modern nationalism in India. It brought together diverse sections of society, awakened national consciousness, and fostered a sense of unity and pride. Through the adoption of national symbols and ideals, the movement provided a platform for the Indian people to express their aspirations for self-rule and laid the foundation for the eventual attainment of independence.

The Non-Cooperation Movement was started by Mahatma Gandhi in support of which movement?
  • a)
    Khilafat
  • b)
    Swaraj
  • c)
    Khilafat and Swaraj
  • d)
    none of these
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Sagar Rane answered
At the Calcutta session of the Congress in September 1920, he convinced other leaders of the need to start a non-cooperation movement in support of Khilafat as well as for Swaraj.

What did the Rowlatt Act, 1919 presume?
  • a)
    Detention of political prisoners without trial
  • b)
    Forced recruitment in the army
  • c)
    Forced manual labour
  • d)
    Equal pay for equal work
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Rajeev Ghosh answered
Rowlatt Acts, (February 1919), legislation passed by the Imperial Legislative Council, the legislature of British India. The acts allowed certain political cases to be tried without juries and permitted internment of suspects without trial.

What was the main problem with the Simon Commission?
  • a)
    It was an all British commission
  • b)
    There was no Indian Representation
  • c)
    It was formed in Britain.
  • d)
    All of the above
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Muskaan rane answered
Main Problems with the Simon Commission
The Simon Commission, established in 1928, aimed to review the Government of India Act 1919 and recommend constitutional reforms. However, it faced significant backlash due to several key problems:
All British Composition
- The commission was entirely composed of British members, with no Indian representatives included.
- This lack of Indian participation fostered feelings of alienation and resentment among the Indian populace, who felt excluded from discussions affecting their governance.
No Indian Representation
- The absence of Indian voices in the commission led to widespread criticism, as it disregarded the perspectives and needs of the Indian people.
- Indian leaders and political parties viewed this as a fundamental flaw, as they were the ones most affected by the proposed reforms.
Formation in Britain
- The commission was formed in Britain, which signified a continuation of colonial attitudes towards India.
- By making decisions in Britain without consulting Indian stakeholders, it reinforced the perception of colonial dominance and disregard for Indian autonomy.
Conclusion
The combination of these factors—being an all-British commission, lacking Indian representation, and being formed in Britain—culminated in widespread protests and opposition. The Simon Commission's failure to include Indian voices ultimately undermined its legitimacy and effectiveness, leading to significant political unrest in India during that period.

Direction: Mark the Option Which Is Most Suitable:
Assertion : The Non-Cooperation Movement gradually slowed down for a variety of reasons in the cities.
Reason : As the boycott movement spread, and people began discarding imported clothes and wearing only Indian ones, production of Indian textile mills and handlooms went up.
  • a)
    If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
  • b)
    If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
  • c)
    If the assertion is true but the reason is false.
  • d)
    If both assertion and reason are false.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Arun Sharma answered
Gandhiji suggested that development ought to unfold in stages. It should start with the surrender of titles that the public authority granted and a blacklist of common administrations, armed forces, police, courts, regulative gatherings, schools, and unfamiliar merchandise. Then, if the public authority utilized suppression, a complete, thoughtful, noncompliance mission would be sent off. Through the mid-year of 1920, Mahatma Gandhi and Shaukat Ali visited broadly, activating well-known help for the development.

Arrange the following in the correct sequence: Certain events are given below.
Choose the appropriate chronological order:
(i) Formation of the Muslim League.
(ii) The First World War.
(iii) The first meeting of the Indian National Congress in Bombay.
(iv) The war prices increased in double.
  • a)
    (ii) - (iv) - (iii) - (i)
  • b)
    (i) - (iii) - (iv) - (ii)
  • c)
    (iv) - (ii) - (i) - (iii) 
  • d)
    (iii) - (i) - (ii) - (iv)
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Kiran Mehta answered
The years when these events occurred:
  1. The first meeting of the Indian National Congress in Bombay (iii): This took place in 1885.
  2. Formation of the Muslim League (i): The All-India Muslim League was formed in 1906.
  3. The First World War (ii): This occurred from 1914 to 1918.
  4. The war prices increased in double (iv): This event refers to the economic impact of the First World War, so it would have occurred during or immediately after the war (1914-1918).

Satyagraha was ?
  • a)
    pure soul force
  • b)
    weapon of the week
  • c)
    physical force
  • d)
    force of arms
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Pranavi Joshi answered
M K. Gandhi introduced a new weapon in the Indians' campaign for justice. That weapon, satyagraha, was the culmination of a profound development in Gandhi himself.

Direction: Mark the Option Which Is Most Suitable:
Assertion : When Simon Commission arrived in India, it was greeted with the slogan ‘Go back Simon’.
Reason : This happened as Mahatma Gandhi was on Dandi March during that time.
  • a)
    If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
  • b)
    If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
  • c)
    If the assertion is true but the reason is false.
  • d)
    If both assertion and reason are false.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Kiran Mehta answered
Assertion is true but reason is false. The Simon Commission was greeted with the slogan ‘Go back Simon’ because it did not have a single Indian member. They were all British but had come to look into the functioning of the constitutional system in India and suggest changes. Gandhiji went on the Dandi March on 11 March 1930. The reason thus does not explain the assertion.

What did the term 'begar' mean?
  • a)
    Payment of wages
  • b)
    High rents demanded by landlords
  • c)
    Labour without payment
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Avantika Bose answered
The term "begar" refers to a system of labor without payment. It was prevalent in feudal societies and colonial regimes, where the ruling class exploited the lower classes by forcing them to provide unpaid labor. The term "begar" originated from the Hindi word "begari," which means forced labor. Let's delve into the details to understand the concept of begar more comprehensively.

The system of begar was primarily prevalent in agrarian societies, where the ruling class, such as landlords or colonial administrators, compelled the lower classes, including peasants and laborers, to work for them without any remuneration. This system was a form of bonded labor, in which the laborers were tied to the land and were required to render unpaid services to their overlords.

Key Points:
- Begar was a system of labor without payment.
- It was prevalent in feudal societies and colonial regimes.
- The ruling class forced the lower classes to provide unpaid labor.
- The term "begar" originated from the Hindi word "begari."
- It primarily existed in agrarian societies.
- Peasants and laborers were the main victims of the begar system.
- Laborers were tied to the land and compelled to work for their overlords without any remuneration.

The begar system was exploitative in nature, as the ruling class used it to extract free labor from the lower classes. The laborers, who were already burdened with poverty and oppression, were further oppressed by being forced to work without any wages. This system perpetuated a cycle of poverty and inequality, as the laborers were unable to improve their socio-economic conditions due to the lack of payment for their labor.

The abolition of the begar system was a significant milestone in the struggle for labor rights and social justice. It was achieved through various social and political movements, which aimed to eliminate exploitative practices and ensure fair treatment and remuneration for laborers.

To summarize, the term "begar" refers to a system of labor without payment, prevalent in feudal societies and colonial regimes. It involved the exploitation of the lower classes, who were forced to provide unpaid labor to the ruling class. The begar system perpetuated poverty and inequality, but it was ultimately abolished through social and political movements advocating for labor rights and social justice.

By whom was the first image of Bharatmata painted?
  • a)
    Rabindranath Tagore
  • b)
    Abanindranath Tagore
  • c)
    Ravi Verma
  • d)
    Nandalal Bose
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Neha Patel answered
The first image of Bharat Mata was created as a watercolor painting by Abanindranath Tagore in 1905. The image depicts Bharat Mata as a saffron clad woman with four arms standing by the edge of a lotus pond. The hind arms have a piece of white cloth and a book whereas the forearms have a rosary made of beads and some paddy sheaves. The saffron attire combined with four arms and a halo behind the head made her look like a divine sadhvi. This form of Bharat Mata represented a combination of Goddesses Saraswati and Lakshmi revered for knowledge and prosperity respectively.

Direction: Mark the Option Which Is Most Suitable:
Assertion : Rich peasants became enthusiastic supporters of the Civil Disobedience Movement, organising their communities and at times forcing reluctant members to participate in the boycott programmes.
Reason : However, they were deeply happy when the movement was called off in 1931 with revenue rates being lowered.
  • a)
    If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
  • b)
    If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
  • c)
    If the assertion is true but the reason is false.
  • d)
    If both assertion and reason are false.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ishan Choudhury answered
Assertion is true but reason is false. The peasants were deeply disappointed when the Civil Disobedience Movement was called off in 1931 without revenue rates being revised. They wanted the revenue rates revised and were thus actively participating in the movement but were deeply hurt when they could not achieve the same. Therefore, The assertion is true but the reason is false.

Assertion: In 1918, Gandhiji organised a satyagraha to support the peasants of the Kheda district of Gujarat.
Reason: The peasants were affected by crop failure and plague epidemic. They could not pay the revenue and were demanding that revenue collection be relaxed.
  • a)
    If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
  • b)
    If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
  • c)
    If assertion is true but the reason is false.
  • d)
    If both assertion and reason are false.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
?

Hitesh sekhar answered
Assertion and Reason Explanation
The assertion and reason presented in the question are both accurate and directly related to each other. Here’s a detailed explanation:
Historical Context
- In 1918, Mahatma Gandhi organized a significant satyagraha (non-violent resistance) in the Kheda district of Gujarat.
- The satyagraha was aimed at supporting the local peasants who were facing severe hardships.
Reasons for Peasant Distress
- The peasants in Kheda were adversely affected by crop failures due to poor monsoon and a devastating plague epidemic.
- These calamities led to significant agricultural losses, making it nearly impossible for the farmers to pay their revenue taxes to the British government.
Demands of the Peasants
- The farmers demanded a relaxation in revenue collection, arguing that it was unjust to demand payment when they had suffered such severe losses.
- Gandhi supported their cause, advocating for their rights and appealing for empathy from the authorities.
Connection Between Assertion and Reason
- The assertion states that Gandhi organized the satyagraha to support the peasants, which is true.
- The reason provided explains why the peasants were in distress (crop failure and plague), which led to the demand for relaxed revenue collection.
- Therefore, the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion, as it highlights the underlying issues that prompted Gandhi's involvement.
Conclusion
- Since both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason accurately explains the assertion, the correct option is 'A'.

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