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WorksheetsCelebrating Indian Independence
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
Who is known as the 'Father of the Nation' in India?
B. R. Ambedkar
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Jawaharlal Nehru
Mahatma Gandhi
What date is celebrated as Indian Independence Day?
July 4
August 15
January 26
October 2
Which organization was formed in 1885 to promote Indian nationalism?
Indian National Army
Indian National Congress
Indian Independence League
All India Muslim League
Name one prominent freedom fighter who was a leader in the Quit India Movement.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Mahatma Gandhi
Subhas Chandra Bose
Bhagat Singh
What was the significance of the Dandi March led by Gandhi?
It was a military campaign against the British forces.
The Dandi March was significant as it marked a key moment in the Indian independence movement, demonstrating nonviolent resistance and mobilizing mass support against British colonial rule.
It was a celebration of British rule in India.
The march aimed to promote the use of British goods.
Which event marked the beginning of the Indian independence movement?
Civil Disobedience Movement
Sepoy Mutiny of 1857
Non-Cooperation Movement
Partition of Bengal
What was the main goal of the Indian National Congress during the freedom struggle?
To promote British interests in India.
To establish a monarchy in India.
To support the partition of India.
To attain self-rule and independence from British colonial rule.
Who was the first President of the Indian National Congress?
Dadabhai Naoroji
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Gopal Krishna Gokhale
Womesh Chunder Bonnerjee
What role did Subhas Chandra Bose play in India's fight for independence?
Subhas Chandra Bose played a crucial role in advocating for complete independence and leading the Indian National Army in the fight against British rule.
Subhas Chandra Bose was a prominent leader in the Indian National Congress advocating for gradual independence.
Subhas Chandra Bose was a British loyalist during the independence movement.
Subhas Chandra Bose focused solely on social reforms in India.
What was the impact of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre on the Indian independence movement?
The Jallianwala Bagh massacre significantly intensified the Indian independence movement by uniting various groups against British rule and increasing calls for self-governance.
It led to the immediate independence of India.
It had no significant effect on the independence movement.
It caused a decrease in protests against British rule.
Explain the significance of the Lahore Resolution in 1940.
It aimed to unite all religious communities in India.
The Lahore Resolution was significant as it demanded a separate nation for Muslims in India, leading to the creation of Pakistan.
It called for greater autonomy for Indian states.
It was a resolution for economic reforms in British India.
What was the main reason behind the partition of India in 1947?
The demand for a separate nation for Muslims.
Religious conflicts between Hindus and Christians.
Desire for a unified India under British rule.
Economic disparities between regions.
Who were the key figures involved in the negotiations for India's independence?
Vikram Sarabhai
Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Muhammad Ali Jinnah
Subhas Chandra Bose
B. R. Ambedkar
What was the role of women in the Indian independence movement?
Women only participated in traditional roles and did not lead any protests.
Women were primarily focused on domestic issues and had no involvement in social reforms.
Women were active participants and leaders in the Indian independence movement, contributing significantly to protests and social reforms.
Women were completely excluded from the movement.
How did the British government respond to the demands for independence?
The British government granted immediate independence without any conditions.
The British government responded with military force and refused to negotiate.
The British government ignored the demands completely and took no action.
The British government responded with repression and later negotiations, leading to gradual independence.
What was the impact of World War II on India's struggle for independence?
World War II had no effect on India's independence movement.
The war strengthened British control over India.
Nationalist movements declined during World War II.
World War II accelerated India's struggle for independence by weakening British control and increasing nationalist movements.
Name one major non-violent protest led by Mahatma Gandhi.
Quit India Movement
Civil Disobedience Movement
Dandi March
Salt March
What was the significance of August 15, 1947, for India?
India joined the United Nations.
India signed a peace treaty with Pakistan.
India became a republic.
India gained independence from British rule.
How did the partition of India affect communal relations?
The partition exacerbated communal tensions and led to long-lasting mistrust between religious communities.
The partition improved relations between communities.
It had no significant impact on communal relations.
Communal harmony was strengthened as a result of the partition.
What was the role of the Indian National Army (INA) in the independence movement?
The INA aimed to establish a monarchy in India under British protection.
The INA focused solely on diplomatic negotiations with the British.
The INA was primarily a cultural organization promoting Indian art.
The INA played a crucial role in the independence movement by advocating armed resistance against British rule and inspiring nationalist sentiments.
What was the primary purpose of the Non-Cooperation Movement initiated by Gandhi in 1920?
To support the British war efforts during World War I.
To resist British rule through nonviolent means and promote self-reliance.
To encourage Indians to participate in the British government.
To promote British education in India.
Which act passed by the British government in 1919 aimed to suppress the Indian independence movement?
Indian Independence Act
Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms
Rowlatt Act
Government of India Act
What was the main objective of the Non-Cooperation Movement launched by Mahatma Gandhi?
To promote British goods in India.
To establish a monarchy in India.
To encourage Indians to join the British army.
To resist British rule through non-violent means and promote self-governance.
Which event marked the beginning of the Quit India Movement in 1942?
The signing of the Cripps Mission.
The formation of the Indian National Army.
The Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
The call for 'Do or Die' by Mahatma Gandhi.
What was the significance of the Lahore Resolution passed in 1940?
It demanded a separate nation for Muslims in the northwestern and eastern zones of India.
It called for complete independence from British rule.
It aimed to unite all Indian political parties against British rule.
It proposed a federal structure for India.