Which of the following movement was re-launched in 1932?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Correct Answer:
Option 4 (Civil Disobedience Movement)
Explanation:
The Civil Disobedience Movement was relaunched in 1932. The first phase of the movement began in 1930 (the Dandi March), but was suspended after the 1931 Gandhi-Irwin Pact. When Mahatma Gandhi returned empty-handed from the Second Round Table Conference in London and witnessed the repressive attitude of the British government, he decided to relaunch the movement in January 1932.
Additional Facts:
Non-Cooperation Movement: It began in 1920 and was withdrawn after the Chauri Chaura incident in 1922.
Bardoli Movement: It was launched in 1928 under the leadership of Vallabhbhai Patel to protest against the increase in land revenue by farmers.
Khilafat Movement: It was launched in support of the Turkish Caliph during 1919-1920.
Final Suspension: After resuming in 1932, the Civil Disobedience Movement gradually slowed down and was officially withdrawn in 1934.
Possible Questions for the Upcoming Exam:
Which famous event marked the beginning of the Civil Disobedience Movement?
(Answer: Dandi March, March 12, 1930)
In which year was the Gandhi-Irwin Pact signed?
(Answer: March 5, 1931)
During which movement did Gandhiji give the slogan 'Do or Die'?
(Answer: Quit India Movement, 1942)