In which year did the Champaran Satyagraha take place?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. 1917.
The Champaran Satyagraha took place in the year 1917 and was the first civil disobedience movement led by Mahatma Gandhi in India. It occurred in the Champaran district of Bihar, where British planters were forcing local farmers to grow indigo under the oppressive Tinkathia system. Gandhi visited the region, investigated the grievances, and organized peaceful protests. The movement led to the abolition of the unjust system. It marked the beginning of Gandhi’s leadership in India's freedom struggle, showcasing the power of non-violent resistance against colonial rule.