Civil Services Prep

Prelims MCQ · Modern History and the Freedom Struggle

When civil disobedience resumed, Gandhi and other leaders were arrested before they could rebuild momentum. Repressive ordinances created a form of “civil martial law,” yet about 80,000 satyagrahis were imprisoned during the first four months. The movement eventually became unsustainable, although popular faith in the Congress survived.

Which one of the following conclusions is most appropriate?

  1. The resumed movement failed to evoke any significant popular response.
  2. Its endurance resulted from the government permitting Congress leaders to organise openly.
  3. Severe repression and inadequate preparation limited the movement’s duration despite a large initial response and continuing political legitimacy.
  4. Withdrawal of the movement demonstrated that the public had permanently abandoned the Congress.
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