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WorksheetsIndian Independence Movement
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
What was the British law that Gandhi defied during the Salt March?
Taxation law
Salt law
Trade law
Land law
The purpose of Mohandas Gandhi’s actions such as the Salt March and the textile boycott was to
begin a cycle of armed revolution
draw attention to critical issues
increase the strength of the military
resist the power of religious leaders
Which two religious groups could not reach a solution as to how to rule an independent India.
Christians and Buddhists
Hindus and Christians
Christians and Muslims
Hindus and Muslims
Which description best fits the Salt March conducted by Mohandas Gandhi?
an act of civil disobedience against the British
a statement of support for dividing India
a protest against the Sepoy Mutiny
a rally for the British during World War II
Prior to 1947, the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League worked together seeking to end
nonviolence
religious diversity
foreign rule
nonalignment
Which organization became the main leader of India's independence movement from England?
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Indian National Congress
United Nations
African National Congress
Mohandas Gandhi's protests during India's independence movement were often successful because of his application of
(a)an appeasement policy
civil disobedience
traditional caste beliefs
divide-and-conquer principles
The Indian National Congress (INC) was founded in which year?
1885
1905
1947
1857
When was the Foundation of the Hindustan Socialist Republican Army (HSRA) found?
1927
1928
1929
1930
During the time of Indian independence what was the literacy rate?
less than 15%
less than 16%
less than 18%
less than 12%
One reason India gained its independence from Great Britain in 1947 was that
Great Britain was defeated in World War II
the Treaty of Versailles required Great Britain to give up its colonies
Great Britain did not have the resources to maintain an empire after World War II
India had supported the Axis Powers during World War II
What was established by Indian nationalists in 1885 to fight for Indian self-rule?
Indian Congress
National Congress
Indian Independence Congress
Indian National Congress
In this statement, Gandhi was expressing his commitment to
armed rebellion
civil disobedience
horns of the bull
guerrilla tactics
What was the reason for the Gandhi's Salt March to the sea?
He protested the salt tax imposed by the British
He wanted the pepper to be taxed instead of the salt
He protested the use of violence against people of India
He thought the salt tax was justified
What does Subhas Chandra Bose’s leadership of the Indian National Army (INA) primarily represent, according to Bipan Chandra?
A rejection of Indian independence in favor of regional autonomy
An alliance with the British to reform Indian society
A focus on non-violent resistance against British rule
A radical approach to achieving independence through military means
Which of the following best represents the subaltern perspective on the Indian independence movement?
The leadership of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru was the driving force behind India's independence.
British economic reforms were central to the development of Indian nationalism.
The contributions of peasants, workers, and marginalized groups were crucial in resisting British rule and should be emphasized.
The Indian independence movement was primarily a result of elite political maneuvering in urban centers.
What was Mohammed Ali Jinnah’s primary role in the Indian independence movement?
Advocate for the creation of Bangladesh and leader of the Muslim League
Advocate for the creation of Pakistan and leader of the Muslim League
Supporter of Mahatma Gandhi’s non-violent resistance movements
Proponent of a united and secular India under Jawaharlal Nehru’s leadership
Which of the following describes the contributions of Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Annie Besant to the Indian independence movement?
Tilak and Besant were opponents, with Tilak favoring violent methods and Besant advocating for non-violence
Tilak supported the Home Rule Movement, while Besant opposed it and favored continued British rule
Both Tilak and Besant played key roles in the Home Rule Movement, advocating for self-governance and rallying Indian support against British rule
Both Tilak and Besant focused solely on social reforms rather than political independence
Which country did Gandhi work in before returning to India?
United States
South Africa
Australia
Canada
What was the main reason for the Amritsar Massacre?
A protest against British taxes
A celebration of a spring festival
A ban on public gatherings
A military parade
What event marked a turning point in India's modern history?
The signing of the Rowlatt Act
The Amritsar Massacre
The end of World War I
The beginning of World War II
What was the British government's response to the end of World War I regarding Indian political autonomy?
They granted full independence
They increased repressive measures
They provided economic aid
They ignored the issue
Which statement best explains why India was partitioned in 1947?
The British feared a united India
One region wanted to remain under British control
Religious differences led to political division
Communist supporters wanted a separate state
What two methods did Gandhi use in his protests?
Violent Revolution
Civil Disobedience
Passive Resistance
Propaganda
Who was the leader of the Indian National Army during the Indian Independence Movement?
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Subhas Chandra Bose
C) Mahatma Gandhi
D) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
