The Civil Disobedience Movement

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Who was the leader of the Civil Disobedience Movement?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Subhash Chandra Bose

  4. Vallabhbhai Patel


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the Indian independence movement, led the Civil Disobedience Movement.

What was the main objective of the Civil Disobedience Movement?

  1. Complete independence from British rule

  2. Economic reforms

  3. Social justice

  4. Religious freedom


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of the Civil Disobedience Movement was to achieve complete independence from British colonial rule.

What was the symbol of the Civil Disobedience Movement?

  1. Spinning wheel

  2. Indian flag

  3. Gandhi cap

  4. Salt


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The spinning wheel, representing self-reliance and economic independence, became the symbol of the Civil Disobedience Movement.

Which event marked the start of the Civil Disobedience Movement?

  1. Dandi March

  2. Quit India Movement

  3. Jallianwala Bagh Massacre

  4. Rowlatt Act


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dandi March, led by Mahatma Gandhi, marked the beginning of the Civil Disobedience Movement in 1930.

What was the significance of the Salt Satyagraha during the Civil Disobedience Movement?

  1. Promoting communal harmony

  2. Fighting against untouchability

  3. Opposing the British monopoly on salt production

  4. Advocating for women's rights


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Salt Satyagraha aimed to challenge the British monopoly on salt production and highlight the economic exploitation of Indians.

Which law was violated by Mahatma Gandhi and his followers during the Civil Disobedience Movement?

  1. Rowlatt Act

  2. Salt Act

  3. Government of India Act

  4. Indian Penal Code


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi and his followers violated the Salt Act by producing and selling salt, defying the British monopoly.

What was the response of the British government to the Civil Disobedience Movement?

  1. Negotiations with Indian leaders

  2. Granting concessions to protesters

  3. Violent suppression of the movement

  4. Ignoring the movement


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The British government responded to the Civil Disobedience Movement with violent suppression, including arrests, beatings, and imprisonment of protesters.

Which famous incident occurred during the Civil Disobedience Movement, leading to international condemnation of British rule?

  1. Jallianwala Bagh Massacre

  2. Chauri Chaura Incident

  3. Quit India Movement

  4. Dandi March


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, where British troops fired on unarmed protesters, sparked international outrage and condemnation.

How did the Civil Disobedience Movement contribute to India's independence?

  1. It led to the immediate withdrawal of British rule

  2. It weakened the British resolve to hold on to India

  3. It united Indians across religious and social lines

  4. It resulted in the formation of a constituent assembly


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Civil Disobedience Movement, though not directly leading to immediate independence, weakened the British resolve to hold on to India and paved the way for future negotiations.

Which prominent Indian leader was arrested and imprisoned during the Civil Disobedience Movement?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  4. Subhash Chandra Bose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of the Civil Disobedience Movement, was arrested and imprisoned by the British authorities.

What was the outcome of the Civil Disobedience Movement?

  1. Complete independence for India

  2. Dominion status for India

  3. Partition of India

  4. Round Table Conferences


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Civil Disobedience Movement did not directly lead to India's independence but resulted in the Round Table Conferences, which aimed to address Indian demands for self-governance.

Which famous slogan was coined during the Civil Disobedience Movement?

  1. Quit India

  2. Do or Die

  3. Jai Hind

  4. Inquilab Zindabad


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The slogan 'Do or Die' was coined by Mahatma Gandhi during the Civil Disobedience Movement, urging Indians to fight for independence with determination.

How did the Civil Disobedience Movement influence the international perception of India's struggle for independence?

  1. It garnered global support for India's cause

  2. It led to the formation of an international committee to mediate the conflict

  3. It resulted in economic sanctions against Britain

  4. It sparked protests in other colonies


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Civil Disobedience Movement gained international attention and sympathy, garnering support for India's struggle for independence.

Which other prominent leaders played a significant role in the Civil Disobedience Movement alongside Mahatma Gandhi?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and Subhash Chandra Bose

  2. Bhagat Singh, Chandrashekhar Azad, and Sukhdev

  3. Lala Lajpat Rai, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, and Bipin Chandra Pal

  4. Rabindranath Tagore, C. Rajagopalachari, and Sarojini Naidu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and Subhash Chandra Bose were among the prominent leaders who played a significant role in the Civil Disobedience Movement alongside Mahatma Gandhi.

What was the impact of the Civil Disobedience Movement on the Indian economy?

  1. It led to a decline in agricultural production

  2. It resulted in a rise in unemployment

  3. It caused a decrease in foreign investment

  4. It stimulated the growth of indigenous industries


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Civil Disobedience Movement encouraged Indians to boycott British goods and promote indigenous industries, leading to the growth of domestic production.

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