Gandhi and Indian Independence

What was the main reason Indians wanted independence from British rule?

• To adopt British culture
• To establish trade with Britain
• To have their own government and preserve their culture
• To form different kingdoms
• None of the above

What was the Salt March?

• A trade route for salt
• A protest against British salt taxes
• A celebration of British rule
• A religious ceremony
• None of the above

What was Gandhi's philosophy for fighting for independence?

• Armed rebellion

• Non-violence and civil disobedience

• Diplomatic negotiations

• Economic sanctions

• None of the above

How did nationalism influence the events leading to India’s independence?

• It was a unifying force that mobilized people across India
• It caused divisions that led to the partition
• It was irrelevant to India’s independence movement
• It only affected the economic aspects of India
• None of the above

Which country ruled India during Gandhi's time?

• Britain

• France

• Spain

• Portugal

• China

Answer explanation

Britain ruled India when Gandhi was born.

What is the term for not following unfair laws as a form of protest?

• Passive resistance
• Aggressive resistance
• Violent protest
• Legal action
• Armed rebellion

Answer explanation

Passive resistance is another term for non-violent protest.

Why did Gandhi use non-violent protest? (Select two)

• He believed in truth
• He wanted to use violence
• He believed in love
• He supported British rule
• He believed in self-reliance

Answer explanation

Gandhi used non-violent protest because he believed in truth and love.

What major event did Gandhi oppose that took place in 1947?

• World War II
• The Partition of India
• The establishment of the UN
• The Olympics
• The Cold War

Answer explanation

Gandhi opposed the Partition of India in 1947.

How did Gandhi's non-violent protest impact the world? (Select two)

• Inspired global leaders

• Caused World War II

• Led to the Cold War

• Promoted peace movements

• Increased global trade

Answer explanation

Gandhi’s non-violent protest inspired global leaders and promoted peace movements.

What did Gandhi mean by 'An eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind'?

• Revenge is not justifiable

• Justice should be blind

• Violence leads to more violence

• Vision is important

• Forgiveness is unnecessary

Answer explanation

Gandhi meant that violence leads to more violence.