Nationalism In India

Question 1

What is nationalism?

Answer 1

Nationalism is a political ideology that emphasizes the interests and culture of a particular nation.

Question 2

In which year did the Indian National Congress (INC) form?

Answer 2

The Indian National Congress formed in 1885.

Question 3

True or False: Nationalism in India emerged only during British colonial rule.

Answer 3

False.

Question 4

Who is known as the ‘Father of the Nation’ in India?

Answer 4

Mahatma Gandhi.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: The movement for Indian independence was largely inspired by _______.

Answer 5

Nationalism.

Question 6

What was the primary goal of the Indian National Congress in the early 20th century?

Answer 6

To gain self-governance and independence from British rule.

Question 7

Who led the Non-Cooperation Movement in India?

Answer 7

Mahatma Gandhi.

Question 8

What year did India gain independence?

Answer 8

India gained independence in 1947.

Question 9

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a significant event in the Indian independence movement? A) The Sepoy Mutiny B) The Civil War C) The French Revolution

Answer 9

A) The Sepoy Mutiny.

Question 10

What was the significance of the Quit India Movement?

Answer 10

It was a mass protest demanding an end to British rule in India.

Question 11

True or False: The partition of India was a peaceful process.

Answer 11

False.

Question 12

What role did the Indian National Congress play during World War II?

Answer 12

The INC launched the Quit India Movement in response to British refusal to grant independence.

Question 13

Who were the major leaders of the Indian independence movement?

Answer 13

Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Subhas Chandra Bose.

Question 14

Fill in the blank: The _______ Act of 1919 allowed the British government to suppress dissent in India.

Answer 14

Rowlatt.

Question 15

What was the primary focus of the Swadeshi Movement?

Answer 15

To promote Indian goods and boycott British products.

Question 16

What event is associated with the Jallianwala Bagh massacre?

Answer 16

The massacre of hundreds of Indian civilians by British troops in 1919.

Question 17

Multiple Choice: Which ideology emphasizes self-determination and sovereignty for a nation? A) Communism B) Nationalism C) Liberalism

Answer 17

B) Nationalism.

Question 18

Who was the leader of the Forward Bloc?

Answer 18

Subhas Chandra Bose.

Question 19

What was the impact of the Simon Commission on Indian politics?

Answer 19

It led to widespread protests as it did not include any Indian members.

Question 20

True or False: The Indian independence movement was solely a Hindu movement.

Answer 20

False.

Question 21

What was the significance of the Round Table Conferences?

Answer 21

They were meetings between British officials and Indian leaders to discuss constitutional reforms.

Question 22

Fill in the blank: The _______ Resolution of 1929 called for complete independence for India.

Answer 22

Lahore.

Question 23

What was the main objective of the Civil Disobedience Movement?

Answer 23

To resist British laws and regulations through non-violent means.

Question 24

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major outcome of the Indian independence movement? A) Establishment of a monarchy B) Creation of a democratic republic C) Colonization by another nation

Answer 24

B) Creation of a democratic republic.

Question 25

Who were the key figures in the Muslim League during the independence movement?

Answer 25

Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Liaquat Ali Khan.

Question 26

What role did women play in the Indian independence movement?

Answer 26

Women actively participated in protests, movements, and leadership roles.

Question 27

True or False: The Indian independence movement was characterized by a unified front among all communities.

Answer 27

False.

Question 28

What was the purpose of the Khilafat Movement?

Answer 28

To support the Ottoman Empire and oppose British rule in India.

Question 29

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

Answer 29

Salt March.

Question 30

What was the role of the Indian National Army?

Answer 30

It fought alongside Axis powers against British forces during WWII for India's independence.

Question 31

Multiple Choice: Which event marked the beginning of the organized Indian nationalist movement? A) The First War of Independence B) The formation of the INC C) The Jallianwala Bagh massacre

Answer 31

B) The formation of the INC.

Question 32

Who was the first Prime Minister of independent India?

Answer 32

Jawaharlal Nehru.

Question 33

What was the significance of the Lahore Resolution?

Answer 33

It called for the creation of independent states for Muslims in India.

Question 34

True or False: The British Raj ended without any violence.

Answer 34

False.

Question 35

What role did the press play in the Indian independence movement?

Answer 35

It played a crucial role in mobilizing public opinion and spreading nationalist ideas.

Question 36

Fill in the blank: The _______ was a landmark event that involved the British repression of a peaceful protest in 1919.

Answer 36

Jallianwala Bagh massacre.

Question 37

What was the impact of World War I on Indian nationalism?

Answer 37

It increased demands for self-rule and highlighted the contradictions of British rule.

Question 38

Multiple Choice: Which document outlined the principles of self-determination for colonies after WWII? A) Atlantic Charter B) Treaty of Versailles C) United Nations Charter

Answer 38

A) Atlantic Charter.

Question 39

Who is known for the slogan 'Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom'?

Answer 39

Subhas Chandra Bose.

Question 40

What was the significance of the Indian Independence Act of 1947?

Answer 40

It marked the end of British rule and the partition of India.

Question 41

True or False: The Indian independence movement was primarily led by the elite class.

Answer 41

True.

Question 42

What was the main strategy of the Indian independence movement under Gandhi?

Answer 42

Non-violent resistance and civil disobedience.

Question 43

Fill in the blank: The _______ was a significant protest against the British salt monopoly in 1930.

Answer 43

Salt March.

Question 44

Which two nations emerged from the partition of India?

Answer 44

India and Pakistan.