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The Role of Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay in the Freedom Struggle

Description: This quiz covers the role of Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay in the Indian freedom struggle. Her contributions to the nationalist movement, her work in the field of education and social reform, and her leadership in various organizations are all explored.
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In which year was Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay born?

  1. 1903

  2. 1906

  3. 1909

  4. 1912


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay was born on April 3, 1903, in Mangalore, Karnataka.

What was the name of the organization that Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay founded in 1930?

  1. All India Women's Conference

  2. Indian National Congress

  3. Communist Party of India

  4. Bharatiya Janata Party


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The All India Women's Conference (AIWC) was founded in 1927 by a group of women activists, including Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay. The AIWC played a significant role in the Indian freedom struggle and in promoting the rights of women.

Which of the following was NOT a cause that Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay advocated for?

  1. Women's rights

  2. Education for girls

  3. Social reform

  4. Economic equality


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay was a strong advocate for women's rights, education for girls, and social reform. However, she did not focus on economic equality as a primary cause.

In which year did Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay become the president of the All India Women's Conference?

  1. 1930

  2. 1936

  3. 1942

  4. 1948


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay became the president of the All India Women's Conference in 1936. She held this position until 1942.

What was the name of the journal that Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay edited?

  1. The Indian Review

  2. The Modern Review

  3. The Leader

  4. The Hindu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay edited the journal The Indian Review from 1931 to 1933. The journal covered a wide range of topics, including politics, economics, and social issues.

Which of the following was NOT a role that Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay played in the Indian freedom struggle?

  1. Organizer

  2. Leader

  3. Writer

  4. Diplomat


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay was an organizer, leader, and writer, but she was not a diplomat.

In which year did Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay participate in the Quit India Movement?

  1. 1942

  2. 1943

  3. 1944

  4. 1945


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay participated in the Quit India Movement in 1942. She was arrested and imprisoned for her involvement in the movement.

What was the name of the organization that Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay founded in 1944?

  1. National Federation of Indian Women

  2. All India Women's Conference

  3. Indian National Congress

  4. Communist Party of India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Federation of Indian Women (NFIW) was founded in 1944 by Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay and other women activists. The NFIW worked to promote the rights of women and to improve their social and economic conditions.

Which of the following was NOT a position that Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay held in the Indian National Congress?

  1. President

  2. Vice-President

  3. General Secretary

  4. Treasurer


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay held the positions of President, Vice-President, and General Secretary in the Indian National Congress, but she was never the Treasurer.

In which year did Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay become the first woman to be elected to the Rajya Sabha?

  1. 1952

  2. 1956

  3. 1960

  4. 1964


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay became the first woman to be elected to the Rajya Sabha in 1952. She served in the Rajya Sabha for two terms, until 1960.

What was the name of the award that Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay received in 1964?

  1. Padma Vibhushan

  2. Padma Shri

  3. Bharat Ratna

  4. Nobel Peace Prize


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay received the Padma Vibhushan, the second highest civilian award in India, in 1964. She was recognized for her contributions to the fields of education, social reform, and the arts.

In which year did Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay pass away?

  1. 1988

  2. 1989

  3. 1990

  4. 1991


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay passed away on October 29, 1988, at the age of 85.

Which of the following was NOT a legacy of Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay?

  1. The All India Women's Conference

  2. The National Federation of Indian Women

  3. The Indian National Congress

  4. The Communist Party of India


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay was a member of the All India Women's Conference, the National Federation of Indian Women, and the Indian National Congress, but she was never a member of the Communist Party of India.

What was the name of the book that Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay wrote about her experiences in the Indian freedom struggle?

  1. The Awakening of Indian Women

  2. The Indian National Congress: A Short History

  3. My Life as a Revolutionary

  4. The Role of Women in the Indian Freedom Struggle


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay wrote a book titled The Awakening of Indian Women, which was published in 1939. The book discussed the role of women in the Indian freedom struggle and the challenges they faced.

Which of the following was NOT a contribution that Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay made to the Indian freedom struggle?

  1. Organizing protests and demonstrations

  2. Writing articles and speeches

  3. Raising funds for the movement

  4. Negotiating with the British government


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay organized protests and demonstrations, wrote articles and speeches, and raised funds for the Indian freedom movement, but she did not negotiate with the British government.

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