Gandhian Nationalism (1927 – 1937)

Question 1

What was the primary goal of Gandhian Nationalism during 1927-1937?

Answer 1

To achieve Indian independence from British rule through non-violent means.

Question 2

True or False: Gandhian Nationalism emphasized violent uprisings against the British.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

What movement did Gandhi launch in 1930?

Answer 3

The Salt March (Dandi March)

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The Salt March was a protest against the ________ imposed by the British.

Answer 4

salt tax

Question 5

Who was the Viceroy of India during most of the Gandhian Nationalism period?

Answer 5

Lord Irwin

Question 6

What was the significance of the Round Table Conferences?

Answer 6

They were a series of meetings to discuss constitutional reforms in India.

Question 7

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major outcome of the Gandhi-Irwin Pact?

Answer 7

C. The release of political prisoners

Question 8

What role did the Indian National Congress play in Gandhian Nationalism?

Answer 8

It served as the primary political platform for Gandhi’s strategies and policies.

Question 9

True or False: Gandhi believed in the use of violence to achieve political goals.

Answer 9

False

Question 10

What was the purpose of the Civil Disobedience Movement?

Answer 10

To challenge British laws and assert Indian rights through non-violent resistance.

Question 11

Fill in the blank: The ________ was a significant act of civil disobedience led by Gandhi in 1930.

Answer 11

Salt March

Question 12

What was the significance of the 1935 Government of India Act?

Answer 12

It provided for a limited form of self-government in India.

Question 13

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a key principle of Gandhian Nationalism?

Answer 13

A. Non-violence

Question 14

What does ‘Satyagraha’ mean?

Answer 14

It means ‘truth force’ or ‘soul force’ and refers to Gandhi’s philosophy of non-violent resistance.

Question 15

True or False: The Quit India Movement was launched during the period of Gandhian Nationalism.

Answer 15

False

Question 16

What event in 1932 led to the introduction of separate electorates for Dalits?

Answer 16

The Poona Pact

Question 17

Fill in the blank: Gandhi referred to the untouchables as ________.

Answer 17

Harijans

Question 18

What was the primary method used by Gandhi to mobilize the masses?

Answer 18

Mass protests and campaigns based on non-violence.

Question 19

Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes Gandhi’s approach to economic self-sufficiency?

Answer 19

B. Swadeshi movement

Question 20

What was the impact of the 1930 Salt March on British colonial policy?

Answer 20

It highlighted the injustices of British rule and galvanized Indian support for independence.

Question 21

True or False: The Indian National Congress was united in its support for Gandhi’s methods throughout this period.

Answer 21

False

Question 22

What role did women play in Gandhian Nationalism?

Answer 22

Women actively participated in protests, movements, and campaigns for independence.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: Gandhi’s philosophy was heavily influenced by the teachings of ________.

Answer 23

Henry David Thoreau

Question 24

What was the purpose of the Khilafat Movement?

Answer 24

To protect the Ottoman Caliphate and unite Muslims in India against British rule.

Question 25

Multiple Choice: Which event marked the beginning of the Civil Disobedience Movement?

Answer 25

A. The Salt March

Question 26

What was the main reason for the failure of the Round Table Conferences?

Answer 26

Disagreements between Indian leaders and British officials on key issues.

Question 27

True or False: Gandhi advocated for a centralized political system in India.

Answer 27

False

Question 28

What was the effect of the Great Depression on Indian nationalism?

Answer 28

It intensified economic grievances and mobilized support for the independence movement.

Question 29

Fill in the blank: The term 'Swadeshi' refers to the idea of ________.

Answer 29

self-sufficiency and using Indian-made products

Question 30

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a method used by Gandhi during the 1927-1937 period?

Answer 30

C. Armed rebellion

Question 31

What was Gandhi's stance on British education in India?

Answer 31

He criticized it and advocated for traditional Indian education.

Question 32

True or False: Gandhi believed in the importance of industrialization for India's progress.

Answer 32

False

Question 33

What was the significance of the 'No Tax Campaign'?

Answer 33

It was a form of protest against unjust taxation imposed by the British.

Question 34

Fill in the blank: The ________ was a key event that demonstrated mass participation in the independence movement.

Answer 34

Salt March

Question 35

Multiple Choice: Who was a prominent leader alongside Gandhi during this period?

Answer 35

B. Jawaharlal Nehru

Question 36

What was the relationship between Gandhi and the Muslim League during this time?

Answer 36

Tense, as they had differing visions for India's future.

Question 37

True or False: The Gandhi-Irwin Pact resulted in Gandhi's immediate release from prison.

Answer 37

True

Question 38

What was Gandhi's view on communal harmony?

Answer 38

He advocated for unity among Hindus and Muslims in the struggle for independence.

Question 39

Fill in the blank: The ________ was a major campaign against the British salt monopoly.

Answer 39

Civil Disobedience Movement

Question 40

Multiple Choice: Which of these was a key focus of Gandhi's efforts during this period?

Answer 40

A. Non-violent resistance

Question 41

What was the impact of the Quit India Movement on British rule?

Answer 41

It marked a significant escalation in the Indian independence struggle.

Question 42

True or False: Gandhi promoted the use of foreign goods as a means of protest.

Answer 42

False

Question 43

What was the primary economic strategy promoted by Gandhi?

Answer 43

Promotion of cottage industries and boycott of foreign goods.

Question 44

Fill in the blank: Gandhi believed in ________ as a method of social and political change.

Answer 44

non-violence

Question 45

Multiple Choice: Which of the following did Gandhi NOT support?

Answer 45

C. Partition of India

Question 46

What was the significance of Gandhi's fasting?

Answer 46

It was a method of protest and a means to draw attention to social issues.

Question 47

True or False: The Civil Disobedience Movement was successful in achieving immediate independence.

Answer 47

False

Question 48

What was the relationship between Gandhi and the British government during this period?

Answer 48

Contentious, characterized by negotiations and conflicts.

Question 49

Fill in the blank: Gandhi's philosophy was rooted in ________ traditions.

Answer 49

Indian

Question 50

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a key campaign launched by Gandhi?

Answer 50

A. The Salt March

Question 51

What was Gandhi's perspective on Western civilization?

Answer 51

He criticized it for its materialism and advocated for a return to simple living.

Question 52

True or False: Gandhi believed in the necessity of violence for political change.

Answer 52

False

Question 53

What was the primary objective of the Khilafat Movement?

Answer 53

To protect the rights of Muslims and oppose British rule.

Question 54

Fill in the blank: Gandhi's approach to nationalism was characterized by ________ and ________.

Answer 54

non-violence, civil disobedience

Question 55

Multiple Choice: Which of the following strategies was central to Gandhi's philosophy?

Answer 55

B. Ahimsa (non-violence)

Question 56

What was the effect of Gandhi's leadership on the Indian National Congress?

Answer 56

He transformed it into a mass movement for independence.

Question 57

True or False: Gandhi was in favor of a violent uprising against British rule.

Answer 57

False

Question 58

What was the significance of the 'Quit India Resolution' passed in 1942?

Answer 58

It called for an end to British rule in India.

Question 59

Fill in the blank: Gandhi's vision for India included ________ and ________.

Answer 59

self-rule, communal harmony

Question 60

Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes Gandhi's economic philosophy?

Answer 60

A. Focus on rural self-sufficiency

Question 61

What was the primary reason for Gandhi's popularity among the masses?

Answer 61

His emphasis on non-violence and his connection to grassroots movements.

Question 62

True or False: Gandhi believed in the complete rejection of modern technology.

Answer 62

False

Question 63

What was the impact of Gandhi's ideology on the freedom struggle?

Answer 63

It inspired millions to participate in the movement for independence.

Question 64

Fill in the blank: Gandhi's methods were based on the principles of ________ and ________.

Answer 64

truth, non-violence