Modern India 2016 Flashcards
(16 cards)
What methods of struggle were adopted for the first time during the Agitation against the Partition of Bengal?
‘Swadeshi’ and ‘Boycott’
The Swadeshi movement was launched as a protest against the partition, perceived as a divide and rule policy.
Who were the key figures in the Swadeshi movement?
Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Bipin Chandra Pal, Lala Lajpat Rai
These leaders played significant roles in mobilizing public opinion against the partition of Bengal.
What was the primary objective of the Home Rule Movement?
To establish self-government
The movement was initiated by Tilak and Annie Besant in 1916.
When did the Non-Cooperation Movement take place?
September 1920 to February 1922
The movement was called off by Gandhi after the Chauri Chaura incident.
What incident led to the suspension of the Non-Cooperation Movement?
Chauri Chaura incident
This occurred on 4 February 1922 when protesters clashed with police.
What was the Simon Commission appointed to do?
To review the working of the Government of India Act 1919
The commission had no Indian representation, leading to widespread protests.
What social reform movement was founded by Mahatma Jyotirao Phule?
Satyashodhak Samaj
The society aimed to advocate for marginalized groups and challenge the caste system.
What were the Montague-Chelmsford Proposals related to?
Constitutional reforms
These reforms were introduced to gradually establish self-governing institutions in India.
What is Dyarchy as introduced in the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms?
Rule of two—executive councillors and popular ministers
Subjects were divided into ‘reserved’ and ‘transferred’ categories.
What was the outcome of the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms regarding the legislature?
Provincial Legislative Councils expanded with 70% elected members
Women were also granted the right to vote under these reforms.
Who headed the Simon Commission?
John Simon
The commission faced opposition from all political parties except the Justice party.
What caused the split in the Indian National Congress at Surat in 1907?
Extremists’ lack of faith in the capacity of the moderates
This split resulted in two factions: moderates and extremists.
What was the main proposal of the Cripps Mission?
India should be given Dominion status
The mission aimed to secure Indian cooperation during World War II but ultimately failed.
What was the objective of the Calcutta Unitarian Committee?
To promote religious monotheism and social reform
Founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy and William Adam in 1821.
What was the role of Keshab Chandra Sen in social reform?
Associated with the establishment of the Tabernacle of New Dispensation and the Indian Reform Association
He focused on issues like child marriage and the status of women.
Fill in the blank: The Samaj founded by Jyotirao Phule was called _______.
Satyashodhak Samaj
