The Lion of Punjab

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Who is known as the Lion of Punjab?

  1. Lala Lajpat Rai

  2. Bhagat Singh

  3. Udham Singh

  4. Kartar Singh Sarabha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai was a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress and is known as the Lion of Punjab for his fearless leadership and contribution to the Indian independence movement.

In which year was Lala Lajpat Rai born?

  1. 1865

  2. 1870

  3. 1875

  4. 1880


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai was born on January 28, 1865, in Dhudike, Punjab, British India.

What was the name of the political party founded by Lala Lajpat Rai?

  1. Indian National Congress

  2. Muslim League

  3. Swaraj Party

  4. Punjab Kesari Party


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai founded the Punjab Kesari Party in 1919 to promote the interests of the people of Punjab.

What was the main goal of the Punjab Kesari Party?

  1. To achieve Indian independence

  2. To promote Hindu-Muslim unity

  3. To protect the rights of the peasants

  4. To promote education and social reforms


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main goal of the Punjab Kesari Party was to achieve Indian independence from British rule.

What was the role of Lala Lajpat Rai in the Indian National Congress?

  1. He was the President of the Congress

  2. He was a member of the Working Committee

  3. He was a delegate to the Round Table Conferences

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai held various positions in the Indian National Congress, including President, member of the Working Committee, and delegate to the Round Table Conferences.

What was the name of the movement launched by Lala Lajpat Rai in 1928?

  1. Civil Disobedience Movement

  2. Quit India Movement

  3. Non-Cooperation Movement

  4. Simon Commission Boycott Movement


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai launched the Simon Commission Boycott Movement in 1928 to protest the appointment of the Simon Commission, which was tasked with reviewing the constitutional reforms in India.

What happened to Lala Lajpat Rai during the Simon Commission Boycott Movement?

  1. He was arrested and imprisoned

  2. He was beaten by the police

  3. He was forced to resign from the Congress

  4. He died from his injuries


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai was beaten by the police during a protest march against the Simon Commission in Lahore on October 30, 1928. He died from his injuries on November 17, 1928.

What was the impact of Lala Lajpat Rai's death on the Indian independence movement?

  1. It led to widespread protests and demonstrations

  2. It strengthened the resolve of the Congress to fight for independence

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

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai's death led to widespread protests and demonstrations, strengthened the resolve of the Congress to fight for independence, and led to the formation of the Indian National Army.

What is the legacy of Lala Lajpat Rai?

  1. He is remembered as a great leader of the Indian independence movement

  2. He is considered one of the founders of the Indian National Congress

  3. He is known for his fearless leadership and his commitment to social justice

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai is remembered as a great leader of the Indian independence movement, considered one of the founders of the Indian National Congress, and known for his fearless leadership and his commitment to social justice.

Which of the following is NOT a title given to Lala Lajpat Rai?

  1. The Lion of Punjab

  2. The Great Patriot

  3. The Father of the Nation

  4. The Lokmanya


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai is known as the Lion of Punjab and the Great Patriot, but he is not known as the Father of the Nation or the Lokmanya.

What was the name of the newspaper founded by Lala Lajpat Rai?

  1. The Tribune

  2. The Hindu

  3. The Times of India

  4. The Indian Express


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai founded the newspaper The Tribune in 1881.

What was the main focus of Lala Lajpat Rai's writings?

  1. Indian politics and independence

  2. Social and economic reforms

  3. Education and culture

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai's writings focused on Indian politics and independence, social and economic reforms, and education and culture.

What was the name of the book written by Lala Lajpat Rai in 1920?

  1. The Story of My Life

  2. The Evolution of Indian Nationalism

  3. The Problem of National Education in India

  4. The United States of America


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai wrote the book The Evolution of Indian Nationalism in 1920.

What was the main argument of Lala Lajpat Rai's book The Evolution of Indian Nationalism?

  1. That Indian nationalism was a product of British rule

  2. That Indian nationalism was a natural response to the exploitation of India by the British

  3. That Indian nationalism was a necessary step towards achieving Indian independence

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai argued in his book The Evolution of Indian Nationalism that Indian nationalism was a product of British rule, a natural response to the exploitation of India by the British, and a necessary step towards achieving Indian independence.

What is the legacy of Lala Lajpat Rai's writings?

  1. They helped to shape Indian political thought and action

  2. They inspired generations of Indians to fight for independence

  3. They are still relevant today and offer insights into the challenges facing India

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai's writings helped to shape Indian political thought and action, inspired generations of Indians to fight for independence, and are still relevant today and offer insights into the challenges facing India.

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