Civil Services Prep

Prelims MCQ · Modern History and the Freedom Struggle

The Bardoli movement established thirteen workers’ camps, published a periodical, maintained an intelligence wing, mobilised women and subjected opponents of its resolutions to social boycott. Supporters also resigned from the Bombay Legislative Council.

Which one of the following conclusions is most appropriate?

  1. The movement combined disciplined local organisation with public mobilisation and political pressure beyond the villages.
  2. The movement remained a spontaneous revenue riot without coordination or participation by political leaders.
  3. The peasants accepted the enhanced assessment before asking the government to conduct an inquiry.
  4. The campaign confined participation to landholding men and discouraged involvement by women.
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