The Father of the Nation

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the life and contributions of Mahatma Gandhi, also known as the Father of the Nation.
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What was Mahatma Gandhi's full name?

  1. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi

  2. Mahatma Gandhi

  3. Bapu

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi's full name was Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi.

Where was Mahatma Gandhi born?

  1. Porbandar, Gujarat

  2. Mumbai, Maharashtra

  3. Kolkata, West Bengal

  4. Chennai, Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi was born in Porbandar, Gujarat on October 2, 1869.

What was Mahatma Gandhi's profession before he became a political leader?

  1. Lawyer

  2. Doctor

  3. Teacher

  4. Journalist


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi was a lawyer before he became a political leader.

When did Mahatma Gandhi return to India from South Africa?

  1. 1915

  2. 1920

  3. 1925

  4. 1930


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi returned to India from South Africa in 1915.

Which movement was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in 1920?

  1. Non-Cooperation Movement

  2. Civil Disobedience Movement

  3. Quit India Movement

  4. Swadeshi Movement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi launched the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1920.

What was the goal of the Non-Cooperation Movement?

  1. To achieve complete independence from British rule

  2. To boycott British goods and institutions

  3. To promote Hindu-Muslim unity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The goal of the Non-Cooperation Movement was to achieve complete independence from British rule, to boycott British goods and institutions, and to promote Hindu-Muslim unity.

Which movement was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930?

  1. Non-Cooperation Movement

  2. Civil Disobedience Movement

  3. Quit India Movement

  4. Swadeshi Movement


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi launched the Civil Disobedience Movement in 1930.

What was the goal of the Civil Disobedience Movement?

  1. To achieve complete independence from British rule

  2. To boycott British goods and institutions

  3. To promote Hindu-Muslim unity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

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

Which movement was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in 1942?

  1. Non-Cooperation Movement

  2. Civil Disobedience Movement

  3. Quit India Movement

  4. Swadeshi Movement


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi launched the Quit India Movement in 1942.

What was the goal of the Quit India Movement?

  1. To achieve complete independence from British rule

  2. To boycott British goods and institutions

  3. To promote Hindu-Muslim unity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The goal of the Quit India Movement was to achieve complete independence from British rule.

When did India achieve independence from British rule?

  1. 1947

  2. 1948

  3. 1949

  4. 1950


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

India achieved independence from British rule on August 15, 1947.

What was Mahatma Gandhi's role in the Indian independence movement?

  1. He was the leader of the Indian National Congress

  2. He organized and led several non-violent protests against British rule

  3. He was a strong advocate for Hindu-Muslim unity

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi was the leader of the Indian National Congress, he organized and led several non-violent protests against British rule, and he was a strong advocate for Hindu-Muslim unity.

When was Mahatma Gandhi assassinated?

  1. January 30, 1948

  2. February 2, 1948

  3. March 4, 1948

  4. April 6, 1948


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated on January 30, 1948.

Who assassinated Mahatma Gandhi?

  1. Nathuram Godse

  2. Vinayak Damodar Savarkar

  3. Balraj Madhok

  4. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated by Nathuram Godse.

What was Mahatma Gandhi's legacy?

  1. He is considered the Father of the Nation in India

  2. He is known for his non-violent philosophy and methods of protest

  3. He is an inspiration to people all over the world

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi is considered the Father of the Nation in India, he is known for his non-violent philosophy and methods of protest, and he is an inspiration to people all over the world.

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