Gandhi's Satyagraha and Historical Events

The video discusses the Rowlatt Satyagraha, initiated by Mahatma Gandhi in response to the oppressive Rowlatt Act imposed by the British. The act allowed for the arrest of political leaders without trial, leading to widespread unrest. Gandhi's non-violent protest strategy, Satyagraha, was launched on April 6, 1919, as a nationwide movement. The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, where British forces killed many innocent Indians, intensified the struggle against British rule. The aftermath saw significant reactions, including Rabindranath Tagore renouncing his knighthood. The video also highlights efforts to foster Hindu-Muslim unity in the fight for independence.

What was Mahatma Gandhi's initial approach upon arriving in India?

• He immediately launched a nationwide movement.

• He first understood the country by traveling across India.

• He focused on industrial development.

• He started by forming a new political party.

What was the main provision of the Rowlatt Act?

• It provided Indians with more political rights.

• It allowed the British to arrest any political leader without trial for two years.

• It allowed Indians to form their own government.

• It reduced taxes on Indian goods.

Why was the Rowlatt Act referred to as the 'Black Act' by Indians?

• It restricted Indian education.

• It banned Indian cultural practices.

• It allowed the British to arrest anyone without trial.

• It imposed heavy taxes on Indian goods.

What were the two main principles of Gandhi's Satyagraha?

• Aggression and retaliation

• Secrecy and surprise

• Truth and non-violence

• Economic boycott and strikes

How did the British Government respond to the peaceful protests of the Rowlatt Satyagraha?

• They responded with brutal force and violence.

• They negotiated with the Indian leaders.

• They accepted the demands of the protesters.

• They ignored the protests completely.

What was the primary reason for the imposition of martial law by the British government?

• To control the spread of a disease

• To conduct a military exercise

• To suppress the growing unrest and protests

• To celebrate a British festival

During which festival did the Jallianwala Bagh massacre occur?

• Holi

• Christmas

• Diwali

• Baisakhi

Who was responsible for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre?

• Rabindranath Tagore

• Mahatma Gandhi

• Lord Curzon

• General Dyer

What was the immediate reaction of Indian leaders to the Jallianwala Bagh massacre?

• They ignored the incident

• They supported the British government

• They renounced British titles and honors

• They organized a grand celebration

What was the significance of the Rowlatt Satyagraha?

• It was a military campaign

• It was a celebration of British rule

• It was a peaceful protest against the Rowlatt Act

• It was a festival