The 'Champaran Satyagraha' was a protest against: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Champaran Satyagraha' was a protest against:
A. Salt tax
B. Untouchability
C. Indigo cultivation
D. Land revenue
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Champaran Satyagraha (1917) was a protest against the oppressive conditions of indigo cultivation in Bihar, where farmers were forced to grow indigo for European planters.

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The 'Lala Lajpat Rai' died after being lathi-charged while protesting against which commission?
A. Hunter Commission
B. Butler Commission
C. Simon Commission
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Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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The 'Forward Bloc' was formed by:
A. C. Rajagopalachari
B. Jawaharlal Nehru
C. Vallabhbhai Patel
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Correct Answer: Option D


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A. 1919
B. 1920
C. 1928
D. 1935

Correct Answer: Option B


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