Popular Struggles and Movements Quiz - CBSE Class 9 Social Science

Free practice quiz: Popular Struggles and Movements (CBSE Class 9 Social Science). 19 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 9 Social Science practice quiz has 19 multiple-choice questions on Popular Struggles and Movements, and 19 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

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1. Which event marked the beginning of popular struggles and movements in Nepal?

   1. King Gyanendra's takeover of the government
   2. Nepal joining the United Nations
   3. An earthquake in Kathmandu
   4. The signing of the Treaty of Sugauli
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   Answer: A. King Gyanendra's takeover of the government

   King Gyanendra's takeover of the government in 2005 marked the beginning of popular movements in Nepal, leading to the restoration of democracy.

2. How did the people of Bolivia respond to the privatization of water?

   1. They accepted the change without protest
   2. They moved to other cities
   3. They organized widespread protests
   4. They increased their water usage
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   Answer: C. They organized widespread protests

   In Bolivia, the privatization of water led to widespread protests as people demanded that water should not be a private commodity.

3. In the context of Bolivia, what is "Cochabamba" known for?

   1. A famous tourist destination
   2. The location of a major conflict over water privatization
   3. A hub for Bolivia's oil industry
   4. The capital city of Bolivia
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   Answer: B. The location of a major conflict over water privatization

   Cochabamba is known for being the center of conflict over water privatization in Bolivia.

4. Which year saw the significant protests in Bolivia known as the 'Water War'?

   1. 2000
   2. 1995
   3. 2010
   4. 1982
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   Answer: A. 2000

   The 'Water War' protests in Bolivia took place in the year 2000, triggered by the privatization of water in Cochabamba.

5. Which factor was crucial in the success of the Bolivian water war?

   1. Support from the military
   2. Unified public protest
   3. International sanctions
   4. Large financial backing
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   Answer: B. Unified public protest

   The unified and sustained public protest was crucial in the success of the Bolivian water war, forcing the government to renationalize water resources.

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Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. What was the primary demand of the Jana Andolan II in Nepal?
2. Which significant event sparked the Bolivian water war?
3. What did the movement in Bolivia achieve in 2000?
4. Who led the movement for change in Bolivia against water privatization?
5. Which organization played a key role in the Nepalese movement for democracy?
6. What form of protest was commonly seen during the Bolivian water war?
7. How did democracy get restored in Nepal after King Gyanendra's rule?
8. What was a direct consequence of the Jana Andolan II in Nepal?
9. What did the King of Nepal do in response to the growing protests against his rule?
10. Who were the principal opponents during the Nepalese people's movement?
11. What role did international organizations play in Nepal's democratic movement?
12. What was the reaction of Bolivia's government to the initial protests over water privatization?
13. In which way did civil society groups influence the movement against water privatization in Bolivia?
14. What strategic method did Nepal's SPA employ to gather mass support?

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