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The correct answer is Do or Die.

Key Points

• Do or Die was the slogan given by Mahatma Gandhi during his speech on the eve of the Quit India Movement on 8 August 1942.
• This slogan symbolized the determination to achieve India's independence from British rule, even at the cost of one's life.
• It was delivered at the historic session of the All India Congress Committee held at Gowalia Tank Maidan (now August Kranti Maidan) in Mumbai.
• The Quit India Movement was officially launched the next day, 9 August 1942, and marked a crucial phase in India's freedom struggle.
• The movement called for mass nonviolent resistance and civil disobedience across the country, urging Indians to act decisively against British colonialism.

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• Quit India Movement:
  • Also known as the Bharat Chhodo Andolan, it was one of the most significant movements in the Indian independence struggle.
  • It was initiated by the Indian National Congress under Mahatma Gandhi's leadership.
  • It emphasized the principle of nonviolent resistance to achieve complete independence.
  • The British government responded with mass arrests, suppression, and violence, but the movement gained widespread support across India.
• Gowalia Tank Maidan:
  • This historic location in Mumbai is where Mahatma Gandhi delivered the "Do or Die" speech.
  • It has since been renamed August Kranti Maidan to commemorate the Quit India Movement.
• Impact of the Quit India Movement:
  • The movement marked a turning point in India's struggle for independence, galvanizing public support against British rule.
  • Although the movement faced heavy suppression, it succeeded in creating strong anti-colonial sentiment.
  • It laid the groundwork for India's eventual independence in 1947.
• Nonviolent Resistance:
  • Also known as Satyagraha, it was a cornerstone of Gandhi's philosophy and strategy in the freedom struggle.
  • It involved peaceful protests, boycotts, and civil disobedience as tools to challenge injustice and oppression.

Key Points

• Lal Bahadur Shastri was the second Prime Minister of India, succeeding Jawaharlal Nehru.
• He served as Prime Minister from June 1964 to January 1966.
• Shastri gave the slogan 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan' to underline the importance of soldiers and farmers in India.
• This slogan was given during the Indo-Pak war of 1965 and aimed at boosting the morale of Indian soldiers and farmers.

The correct answer is Erinpura Cantonment.

 Key Points

• On 21 August 1857, soldiers of Jodhpur Legion revolted in Eranpura Cantonment of Jodhpur.
• Soldiers of Erinpura Cantonment gave the slogan "Chalo Delhi, Maro Firangi" during the revolt.
• Jodhpur Legion was formed by the British in 1835 AD.
• The headquarters of Jodhpur Legion was kept in Erinpura.

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• Deoli Cantonment - Kota Contingent
• Kherwada Cantonment - Mewar Bhil Kaur
• Nasirabad Cantonment - Soldiers of Bengal Native Infantry.

The correct answer is Quit India Movement.

Key Points

• The "Do or Die" slogan was given by Mahatma Gandhi during the Quit India Movement of 1942.
• The Quit India Movement was launched on 8th August 1942, during the Bombay session of the All India Congress Committee (AICC).
• The movement aimed to demand an immediate end to British rule in India and was one of the final major pushes for independence.
• The "Do or Die" slogan motivated Indians to either achieve complete independence or sacrifice their lives trying.
• This movement led to widespread protests, strikes, and confrontations with the British government, which responded with mass arrests and repression.

Additional Information

• Quit India Movement Background:
  • The movement was launched in response to Britain's failure to grant India independence during World War II despite Indian support for the Allied war effort.
  • The movement was also influenced by the Cripps Mission's failure to provide a satisfactory constitutional framework for India.
• Key Events:
  • After the launch of the movement, the British government arrested all major leaders, including Gandhi, Nehru, and Patel.
  • This led to a leaderless movement, with protests and uprisings being organized at a grassroots level across India.
• Repression by the British:
  • In response to the movement, the British government imposed strict measures, including mass detentions, media censorship, and violent crackdowns.
  • Over 100,000 people were arrested, and many were killed in police firing.
• Impact on Indian Independence:
  • Although the movement was suppressed, it marked a significant step in India's struggle for freedom by exposing the vulnerabilities of British rule.
  • The Quit India Movement created a strong sense of unity and determination among Indians, ultimately leading to independence in 1947.

The correct answer is Bal Gangadhar Tilak.

Key Points

• Bal Gangadhar Tilak was an Indian nationalist, teacher, and an independence activist.
• He is often referred to as "Lokmanya," which means "accepted by the people (as their leader)."
• The slogan "Swaraj is my birthright and I shall have it!" was first raised by Tilak in 1916.
• Tilak played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement and was a strong advocate for self-rule.

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• Swaraj
  • Swaraj literally means "self-rule" or "self-governance."
  • It became a key concept in the Indian freedom struggle, emphasizing the right of Indians to govern themselves independently of British rule.
  • Mahatma Gandhi also popularized the term in the context of broader self-reliance and self-discipline.
• Indian National Congress
  • The Indian National Congress (INC) was founded in 1885 and played a crucial role in the struggle for Indian independence.
  • Bal Gangadhar Tilak was a prominent member of the INC and led the extremist faction that advocated for more radical approaches to achieving independence.
• Home Rule Movement
  • Tilak and Annie Besant launched the Home Rule Movement in 1916 to demand self-governance and greater political rights for Indians.
  • The movement aimed to build political pressure on the British government to grant self-rule to India.
• Bal Gangadhar Tilak's Contributions
  • He founded and edited two newspapers, "Kesari" in Marathi and "The Mahratta" in English, to promote nationalist ideas.
  • Tilak also authored several influential books, including "Gita Rahasya," which interpreted the Bhagavad Gita from a nationalist perspective.
  • He was instrumental in organizing the Ganesh Utsav and Shivaji Utsav to inspire mass participation in the nationalist movement.

The correct answer is Dr. B. R. Ambedkar.

Key Points

• The quote If any government director ignores the elements, then it will surely have to be liable to the public for this was said by Dr B. R. Ambedkar.
• Other quotes by him:
  • Life should be great rather than long.
  • Cultivation of the mind should be the ultimate aim of human existence.
  • I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress that women have achieved.
  • A great man is different from an eminent one in that he is ready to be the servant of society.
  • Religion and slavery are incompatible.
  • Equality may be fiction but nonetheless one must accept it as a governing principle.

Additional Information

• Dr B. R. Ambedkar was born on 14 April 1891 in Mhow (now officially known as Dr. Ambedkar Nagar) in the Central Provinces i.e present Madhya Pradesh.
• Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar was a great jurist, economist & social reformer.
• He was the leader of the depressed class and worked for the promotion of education among the depressed classes.
• He fought for the upliftment of Dalits & their rights in society along with equal rights for women.
• He founded the Scheduled Castes Federation in July 1942 & The Indian Labour Party.
• He stressed the reservations of Dalits in the civil services, government jobs.
• He was appointed as:
  • The chairman of the Drafting Committee.
  • India’s first Law Minister in the Interim government in 1947.
    • Opposed Article 370 which proposed special status to Jammu & Kashmir.
    • He supported the uniform civil code.
  • Served in the Governor-General's Executive Council from 1942-1946.

The correct answer is Satyameva Jayate.

• Madan Mohan Malaviya was the freedom fighter credited with popularizing the slogan Satyameva Jayate (the truth alone shall triumph).
  • Madan Mohan Malaviya was an Indian scholar, education reformer and politician, notable for his role in the Indian independence movement, four times of the Indian National Congress.
  • President and founder of the All India Hindu Mahasabha.
  • He was respectfully addressed as Pandit and was also addressed as Mahamana.

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Famous slogans of pre/ post-independent India:

The correct answer is Subhash Chandra Bose.

• Dilli Chalo Slogan was given by Subhash Chandra Bose.
• He used this slogan to motivate the Indian National Army (INA) in 1944 when the INA commenced its military campaign against Burma. 

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The correct answer is Jawaharlal Nehru.

Key Points

• Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru said, "Heavy Industry is a Synonym of development".
  • Jawaharlal Nehru was an Indian independence activist and, thereafter, the first Prime Minister of India, as well as a prominent figure in Indian politics both before and after independence.
  • He manifests himself as a distinguished leader of the Indian independence movement, serving India as Prime Minister from its establishment in 1947.
  • He was also known as Pandit Nehru due to his roots with the Kashmiri Pandit summation, while Indian children knew him as Chacha Nehru.

Additional Information

• Eminent leaders and their descriptions:
  • Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel - He was the leader of Bardoli Satyagraha and the 1st Home Minister of India.
  • Prof Mahalanobis - Member of 1st Planning Committee of India.
  • Doctor Bhim Rao Ambedkar - He was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly.

The correct answer is option 4, i.e Lal Bahadur Shastri.

• The slogan was given by Lal Bahadur Shastri in Indo-Pak war of 1965.
• After Independence, the produce of Indian agriculture was not able to meet the demand of India's growing population.
• Therefore India used to import foodgrains from the USA (under PL 480 scheme).
• After the Indo-China war of 1962 dependency on foodgrain import from the USA increased.
• But during the Indo-Pak war of 1965, the USA threatened India to stop the war or it will lead to the suspension of food supplies under PL 480.
• After all this, Lal Bahadur Shastri in October 1965 gave the slogan of ''Jai Jawan Jai Kisan" while addressing the country on AIR.
• The motive of this slogan was to prompt them, tell them that the real power of the country lies in them and make India self-sufficient.
• After that Green and White revolution multiplied the farm and dairy produce of India.

Lal Bahadur Shastri:

• The second Prime Minister of India, Lal Bahadur Shastri was born on October 2, 1904, in Mughalasari, Uttar Pradesh.
• He was jailed for seven after his arrest during the Non-Co-operation Movement.
• He considered Mahatma Gandhi as his political master.
• He is also known as 'Man of Peace' owing to his peace-loving policies.
• He served as Home Minister in the Congress government elected in 1946.
• He also held the portfolios Railways, Transport & Communication and Commerce & Industry.
• He was honoured with Bharat Ratna in the year 1966.

The correct answer is Mahatma Gandhi.

• Mahatma Gandhi said “Sanitation is more important than political independence,” while leading a non-violent movement for India’s independence in 1947.
  • Gandhi spoke that slogan about the need to improve hygiene and cleanliness in the country.
  • Mahatma Gandhi said, “I will not let anyone walk through my mind with their dirty feet.”

Important Points

• Rajagopalachari was the last Governor-General of India till 1950.
  • He was also known as CR, Mango of Krishnagiri, Rajaji.
  • Mahatma called Rajaji the ‘keeper of my conscience’.
• India's first Prime Minister was Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.
  • He also India's longest-serving prime minister (15-Aug-1947 to 27-May-1964).
  • His birthday anniversary is celebrated as 'Children's Day' in India (14 November). He is also known as Chacha Nehru.
  • Books are written by him: The Discovery of India, Letters from a Father to his Daughter, Glimpses of World History, etc.
• Subhas Chandra Bose (Netaji) (23 January 1897 – 18 August 1945) is known for his role in India's independence movement.
  • He was born on 23rd January 1897, in Cuttack, Orissa Division, Bengal Province, to Prabhavati Dutt Bose and Janakinath Bose.
  • He earned the title ‘Netaji’, in Germany by the Indian soldiers of the Azad Hind Fauj In 1942.
  • His very famous slogan is, “Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom!” as well as “Jai Hind”.
  • He was elected the President of the All India Youth Congress and also the Secretary of Bengal State Congress.
  • He formed the All India Forward Block.
  • He is said to have died in 1945 when his plane crashed in Taiwan. However, there are still many conspiracy theories regarding his death.

The correct answer is Bal Gangadhar Tilak.

Key Points

• Bal Gangadhar Tilak was an Indian independence activist.
• He is popularly called "Lokamanya".
• He is also called "The father of the Indian unrest.".
• He founded the Home Rule League.

Additional Information

• "Inqilab Zindabad" is the slogan first raised by Bhagat Singh.
• "Dushman ki goliyon ka hum samna karenge" is the slogan first raised by Chandra Sekhar Azad.
• "Dilli Chalo" is the slogan first raised by Subhash Chandra Bose
• "Do or die" is the slogan first raised by Mahatma Gandhi.
• "Jai jawan Jai Kisan" is the slogan first raised by Lal Bahadur Shastri.

The correct answer is Subhas Chandra Bose.

• Subhash Chandra Bose was one of the most prominent freedom fighters of India.

Key Points

• He was the Secretary of the Bengal State Congress and also President of the All India Youth Congress.
• 'The Indian Struggle’ titled book was authored by Subhas Chandra Bose in 1942.
• The book covers the Indian freedom struggle from 1920 to 1942.
• He gave the term ‘Jai Hind’.
• With Japan help Bose formed the Indian National Army (Azad Hind Fauj).
• The Provisional Government of Free India or Azad Hind was established as a government-in-exile.
• Subhash Chandra Bose was the head of Azad Hind Fauj.
• Its headquarters was in Singapore.
• Subhash Chandra Bose gave a famous quote for his army (Indian National Army or Azad Hind Fauj) “Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom”.

The correct answer is Lal Bahadur Shastri.

Key Points

• Lal Bahadur Shastri
  • He was born on 2^nd October 1904 in Mughalsarai, a small railway town seven miles from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.
  • Participated in the freedom movement since 1930.
  • He joined the Kashi Vidyapeeth in Varanasi, one of the many national institutions set up in defiance of British rule.
  • ‘Shastri’ was the bachelor’s degree awarded to him by the Vidya Peeth but has stuck in the minds of the people as part of his name.
  • He was a minister in the Union Cabinet from 1951 to 1956 when he resigned taking responsibility for the railway accident and later from 1957-1964.
  • He was India’s second Prime Minister (1964-66).
  • He signed an agreement with then Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) on persons of Indian origin there, in 1964 — an endorsement of the importance of neighbourhood.
  • He was the first person to be posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna (1966).

Additional Information

• Atal Bihari Vajpayee
  • He was an Indian statesman who served three terms as the prime minister of India, first for a term of 13 days in 1996, then for a period of 13 months from 1998 to 1999, followed by a full term from 1999 to 2004.
  • Vajpayee was one of the co-founders and a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party. 
• Narendra Damodardas Modi
  • He is an Indian politician serving as the 14th and current prime minister of India since 2014.
  • He was the chief minister of Gujarat from 2001 to 2014 and is the Member of Parliament for Varanasi.
  • Modi is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party and its National Democratic Alliance. 
• Chaudhary Charan Singh
  • He served as the 5th Prime Minister of India between 28 July 1979 and 14 January 1980.
  • Historians and people alike frequently refer to him as the 'champion of India's peasants.'

The correct answer is Give me blood and I will give you freedom.

Key Points

• ‘Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom’ is a slogan given by Subhash Chandra Bose in Burma in 1944 to members of the Indian National Army.
• Mahatma Gandhi said, “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” 
• Mahatma Gandhi observed, “that the best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”
• In other words, placing the needs of others before your own is an important step on the journey of self-discovery.
• Mahatma Gandhi has said, "First, they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you and then you win".

Additional InformationFamous Slogans by Indian Freedom Fighters: