Gandhian Era — Set 3
Indian History · गांधी युग · Questions 21–30 of 170
Who was known as 'Frontier Gandhi'?
Correct Answer: D. Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan
Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan was known as 'Frontier Gandhi' (Simant Gandhi). He was a Pashtun leader from the North-West Frontier Province and a follower of Gandhian non-violence. He founded the 'Khudai Khidmatgar' (Servants of God) movement.
The Gandhi-Irwin Pact was signed in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 1931
The Gandhi-Irwin Pact was signed on March 5, 1931. It was an agreement between Mahatma Gandhi and Viceroy Lord Irwin. As a result, the Congress agreed to join the Second Round Table Conference and suspend the Civil Disobedience Movement.
In which Round Table Conference did Mahatma Gandhi participate?
Correct Answer: B. Second
Mahatma Gandhi participated only in the Second Round Table Conference held in London in 1931. He represented the Indian National Congress as its sole representative. The conference failed to yield significant results on the communal question.
Who announced the 'Communal Award' in 1932?
Correct Answer: A. Ramsay MacDonald
British Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald announced the Communal Award in August 1932. It provided separate electorates for the 'Depressed Classes' (Dalits) as well as other religious minorities. Gandhi undertook a fast unto death in Yerwada Jail against this move.
The Poona Pact was signed between Mahatma Gandhi and:
Correct Answer: D. B.R. Ambedkar
The Poona Pact was signed between Mahatma Gandhi (represented by Madan Mohan Malaviya) and B.R. Ambedkar in 1932. It abandoned the idea of separate electorates for the Depressed Classes in favor of increased reserved seats in the general electorate. It ended Gandhi's fast in Yerwada Jail.
Which Act provided for the establishment of an All India Federation and Provincial Autonomy?
Correct Answer: C. Government of India Act 1935
The Government of India Act 1935 provided for an All India Federation and Provincial Autonomy. While the Federation never came into being, Provincial Autonomy was implemented. It was a lengthy and detailed document that influenced the future Constitution of India.
In the 1937 provincial elections, the Congress formed ministries in how many provinces initially?
Correct Answer: B. Eight
The Congress performed very well in the 1937 elections and eventually formed ministries in 8 out of 11 provinces. This included absolute majorities in five provinces. The Congress rule lasted for about 28 months.
Why did the Congress ministries resign in 1939?
Correct Answer: B. Protest against World War II participation
The Congress ministries resigned in protest because the Viceroy declared India a party to World War II without consulting Indian opinion. They demanded that India be granted independence in exchange for war support. The resignation took place in October-November 1939.
Who was selected as the first individual Satyagrahi by Gandhi in 1940?
Correct Answer: C. Vinoba Bhave
Vinoba Bhave was selected as the first Individual Satyagrahi by Gandhi in October 1940. Jawaharlal Nehru was the second. The aim was to express dissent against the war effort through free speech without causing mass disruption.
The 'August Offer' of 1940 was made by which Viceroy?
Correct Answer: C. Lord Linlithgow
The August Offer was made by Viceroy Lord Linlithgow in August 1940. It proposed Dominion Status as the long-term objective for India and the expansion of the Viceroy's Executive Council. Both Congress and the Muslim League rejected the offer.