The Non-Cooperation Movement

Description: The Non-Cooperation Movement was a significant chapter in India's struggle for independence from British rule. Led by Mahatma Gandhi, the movement aimed to achieve swaraj (self-rule) through nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience. Test your knowledge about this pivotal event in Indian history.
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Who was the primary leader of the Non-Cooperation Movement?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Subhash Chandra Bose

  4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi was the driving force behind the Non-Cooperation Movement, advocating for nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience as means to achieve swaraj.

What was the main objective of the Non-Cooperation Movement?

  1. To achieve swaraj (self-rule)

  2. To establish a socialist state

  3. To promote Hindu-Muslim unity

  4. To secure economic independence


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Non-Cooperation Movement aimed to achieve swaraj, or self-rule, for India through nonviolent means, challenging British authority and demanding independence.

When did the Non-Cooperation Movement begin?

  1. 1919

  2. 1920

  3. 1921

  4. 1922


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Non-Cooperation Movement officially commenced in 1920, following the passing of the Rowlatt Act and the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

Which incident is often considered the trigger for the Non-Cooperation Movement?

  1. The Rowlatt Act

  2. The Jallianwala Bagh massacre

  3. The Khilafat Movement

  4. The Simon Commission


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, where British troops fired on a peaceful gathering, sparked widespread outrage and became a catalyst for the Non-Cooperation Movement.

What were the key strategies employed during the Non-Cooperation Movement?

  1. Nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience

  2. Armed rebellion and guerrilla warfare

  3. Political negotiations and diplomacy

  4. Economic boycotts and strikes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Non-Cooperation Movement emphasized nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience as its primary strategies, advocating for the boycott of British goods, institutions, and services.

Which prominent Indian leader played a significant role in the Khilafat Movement, which aligned with the Non-Cooperation Movement?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Muhammad Ali Jinnah

  4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Muhammad Ali Jinnah, a prominent Muslim leader, played a crucial role in the Khilafat Movement, which sought to protect the Ottoman Caliphate and aligned with the Non-Cooperation Movement.

What was the impact of the Non-Cooperation Movement on the Indian National Congress?

  1. It led to the party's dissolution.

  2. It strengthened the party's unity and support.

  3. It caused a split within the party.

  4. It resulted in the party's ban by the British.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Non-Cooperation Movement helped consolidate the Indian National Congress's position as the leading force in the independence movement, gaining widespread support and strengthening its unity.

When was the Non-Cooperation Movement officially suspended?

  1. 1921

  2. 1922

  3. 1923

  4. 1924


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Non-Cooperation Movement was officially suspended in 1922 following the Chauri Chaura incident, where a violent clash between protesters and police resulted in the deaths of several police officers.

What was the immediate aftermath of the Non-Cooperation Movement?

  1. It led to India's independence.

  2. It resulted in the arrest of Mahatma Gandhi.

  3. It caused widespread communal violence.

  4. It weakened the British hold on India.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Non-Cooperation Movement, though not directly leading to India's independence, significantly weakened the British hold on India and contributed to the growing momentum for self-rule.

Which prominent Indian leader was arrested and imprisoned during the Non-Cooperation Movement?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Subhash Chandra Bose

  4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi was arrested and imprisoned by the British authorities during the Non-Cooperation Movement for his role in leading the civil disobedience campaign.

What was the significance of the Non-Cooperation Movement in the context of India's struggle for independence?

  1. It marked the beginning of the armed struggle against the British.

  2. It led to the formation of the Indian National Army.

  3. It was the first mass movement against British rule.

  4. It resulted in the partition of India.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Non-Cooperation Movement was significant as it marked the first mass movement against British rule, mobilizing millions of Indians and challenging the colonial authority.

Which event is often seen as the culmination of the Non-Cooperation Movement?

  1. The Chauri Chaura incident

  2. The Rowlatt Act

  3. The Khilafat Movement

  4. The Simon Commission


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chauri Chaura incident, where a violent clash between protesters and police resulted in the deaths of several police officers, is often seen as the culmination of the Non-Cooperation Movement.

What was the impact of the Non-Cooperation Movement on the Indian economy?

  1. It led to a significant decline in economic activity.

  2. It resulted in a rise in unemployment.

  3. It caused a decrease in agricultural production.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Non-Cooperation Movement had a negative impact on the Indian economy, leading to a decline in economic activity, a rise in unemployment, and a decrease in agricultural production.

Which of the following was NOT a key demand of the Non-Cooperation Movement?

  1. Swaraj (self-rule)

  2. Complete independence from British rule

  3. The release of political prisoners

  4. The abolition of the caste system


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The abolition of the caste system was not a key demand of the Non-Cooperation Movement, which focused on achieving swaraj and complete independence from British rule.

How did the British government respond to the Non-Cooperation Movement?

  1. They arrested and imprisoned Mahatma Gandhi.

  2. They banned the Indian National Congress.

  3. They imposed martial law in several regions.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The British government responded to the Non-Cooperation Movement with a combination of measures, including the arrest and imprisonment of Mahatma Gandhi, the banning of the Indian National Congress, and the imposition of martial law in several regions.

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