Growth of Nationalism – Swadeshi & Boycott Movement, Partition of Bengal, Revolutionary Nationalism Quiz - ICSE Class 11 History

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1. The Swadeshi and Boycott Movement was a direct response to which major political event in 1905?

   1. The Minto-Morley Reforms
   2. The Government of India Act of 1935
   3. The Partition of Bengal
   4. The formation of the Muslim League
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   Answer: C. The Partition of Bengal

   The Swadeshi and Boycott Movement was a nationwide agitation launched by Indian nationalists in protest against the 1905 Partition of Bengal by Lord Curzon.

2. The Partition of Bengal was annulled in which year, though the administrative division of regions continued in different forms?

   1. 1907
   2. 1911
   3. 1919
   4. 1923
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   Answer: B. 1911

   The Partition of Bengal was annulled by Lord Hardinge in 1911 due to sustained public outcry and agitation.

3. The 'Pabitra Bharat', another revolutionary journal, was associated with:

   1. Bhagat Singh
   2. Sochendranath Sanyal
   3. Barindra Kumar Ghosh
   4. Madan Mohan Malaviya
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   Answer: C. Barindra Kumar Ghosh

   Barindra Kumar Ghosh, along with his brother Aurobindo Ghosh, was instrumental in the revolutionary activities of the Anushilan Samiti and was associated with publications like 'Yugantar' and 'Pabitra Bharat'.

4. The Swadeshi Movement was characterized by the celebration of festivals and public gatherings as platforms for:

   1. Religious ceremonies only
   2. Propagating nationalist ideas and mobilizing public support
   3. Organizing sporting events
   4. Conducting educational lectures exclusively
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   Answer: B. Propagating nationalist ideas and mobilizing public support

   Festivals and public meetings served as crucial venues to spread nationalist propaganda, rally the masses, and foster a collective sense of identity and resistance.

5. The 'Chittagong Armoury Raid' (1930), a significant revolutionary act, was led by:

   1. Bhagat Singh
   2. Surya Sen
   3. Ashfaqulla Khan
   4. Chandrashekhar Azad
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   Answer: B. Surya Sen

   Surya Sen, also known as Master Da, was the mastermind and leader of the Chittagong Armoury Raid, a daring operation by Bengali revolutionaries.

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1. The Partition of Bengal in 1905 was officially justified by the British on the grounds of:
2. Which of the following was NOT a key objective of the Swadeshi Movement?
3. The revolutionary nationalist group 'Abhinav Bharat' was founded by:
4. The 'Anushilan Samiti' was a prominent revolutionary organization primarily active in:
5. The 'Shuddhi' and 'Tazkia' movements, associated with the Swadeshi era, primarily focused on:
6. The 'Indian Sociologist', a journal that advocated for revolutionary methods, was published by:
7. The 'Samiti', as mentioned in the context of revolutionary activities, refers to:
8. The concept of 'Boycott' during the Swadeshi Movement was intended to:
9. The 'Ghadar Party', formed by Indian revolutionaries in the United States, advocated for:
10. The assassination of the Viceroy Lord Hardinge in Delhi in 1912 was an act of:
11. The Partition of Bengal was initially intended to create a new province comprising:
12. The revolutionary act of throwing a bomb at the carriage of Lord Hardinge in Delhi in 1912 was associated with the leadership of:
13. The Swadeshi movement emphasized the use of indigenous products. This concept is best described as:
14. Which event is often considered a catalyst for the rise of more radical revolutionary nationalism in India?
15. During the Swadeshi Movement, the boycott extended beyond British goods to include:
16. The Alipore Conspiracy Case (1908) primarily involved the prosecution of members of which revolutionary organization?
17. The partition of Bengal led to the emergence of a significant protest movement characterized by:
18. Which of the following figures was NOT directly associated with the militant or revolutionary wing of Indian nationalism during this period?
19. The Swadeshi Movement sought to revive and promote traditional Indian arts and crafts. This was a manifestation of:
20. The 'Sakalp' (vow) taken by many during the Swadeshi Movement was often related to:
21. The revolutionary nationalist movement witnessed the emergence of 'secret societies'. Which of these was known for its emphasis on secret drills and physical training for armed struggle?
22. The impact of the Partition of Bengal was significant in unifying various segments of society against British rule by:
23. The revolutionary act of assassinating the Collector of Muzaffarpur, Kingsford, in 1908, was attempted by:
24. The division of Bengal in 1905 led to significant opposition from:
25. The 'Swadeshi Steam Navigation Company' was a significant venture during the Swadeshi Movement, aimed at:
26. The 'Seditious Meetings Act' and 'Newspapers Incitement Act' were passed by the British government in response to:
27. The revolutionary group known as 'Bhagavati Charan Vohra's group' was active in:
28. The Partition of Bengal, despite its annulment in 1911, had a lasting impact on Indian politics by:
29. The Swadeshi movement aimed to foster 'Swaraj' (self-rule). In the context of this movement, 'Swaraj' primarily meant:
30. The Partition of Bengal in 1905 was a consequence of Lord Curzon's administrative policy, but it also served the British purpose of:
31. The Swadeshi Movement witnessed the emergence of national literature, theatre, and art. This was intended to:
32. The 'Kakori Conspiracy Case' (1925) involved the robbery of a train carrying government treasury by revolutionaries of which group?
33. The call for 'Boycott' during the Swadeshi Movement was a strategic choice to:
34. The revolutionary tactic of 'bomb and pistol' was embraced by certain segments of the nationalist movement, inspired by:
35. The 'Swadeshi' ideal during the movement was not just about goods but also about:
36. The concept of 'passive resistance' as a tool of political struggle gained prominence in India, influenced by:
37. The revolutionaries involved in the Dacoity of the Bihar State Railway's treasury in 1907 were attempting to:

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