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Indian Independence Movement

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The Indian Independence Movement encompasses the efforts and events that led to India freeing itself from colonial rule. This hub covers key leaders, the Indian National Congress, and major movements like Quit India. Questions on this topic frequently appear in general awareness sections.

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Indian Independence Movement Questions

Multiple choice
  1. Sonia Gandhi

  2. Manmohan Singh

  3. Pranav Mukherjee

  4. Shivraj Patil

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Sonia Gandhi served as the Chairperson of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) during its tenure.

Multiple choice
  1. Bhagwan Sahai

  2. N. C. Mehta

  3. Virendra Veoma

  4. None of these

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B Correct answer
Explanation

N. C. Mehta was the first Chief Commissioner of Himachal Pradesh when it was formed as a Chief Commissioner's province in 1948.

Multiple choice
  1. Soli Sorab Ji

  2. P.K Goswami

  3. Both (1) and (2)

  4. Neither (1) nor (2)

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Second Press Commission of India was constituted in 1978 and was headed by Justice P.K. Goswami. Soli Sorabji was a member, but not the head.

Multiple choice
  1. Prabhu Chawla

  2. Arun Poorie

  3. Vijay Sharma

  4. K. Gopalan

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Arun Poorie is the founder and editor-in-chief of the India Today Group, which he established in 1975.

Multiple choice
  1. G.D. Birla

  2. J.R.D. Tata

  3. Jamanalal Bajaj

  4. None of these

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Jamnalal Bajaj was a prominent industrialist and a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi. He served as the treasurer of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) for many years and was actively involved in the freedom struggle, including the 1930 Civil Disobedience Movement.