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The document provides a question bank with multiple choice and true/false questions about social movements in India. It tests knowledge on topics like the Chipko movement, women's rights organizations established in the early 20th century like the All India Women's Conference, labor rights leaders and organizations from the late 19th/early 20th century, and environmental leaders and groups from the late 20th century fighting displacement like the Narmada Bachao Andolan. The questions cover the dates of formation of important groups, their leaders and areas of work, key legislation related to women's rights, and other important details about the history of social movements and reforms in India.

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Social Movements in India: Question Bank

The document provides a question bank with multiple choice and true/false questions about social movements in India. It tests knowledge on topics like the Chipko movement, women's rights organizations established in the early 20th century like the All India Women's Conference, labor rights leaders and organizations from the late 19th/early 20th century, and environmental leaders and groups from the late 20th century fighting displacement like the Narmada Bachao Andolan. The questions cover the dates of formation of important groups, their leaders and areas of work, key legislation related to women's rights, and other important details about the history of social movements and reforms in India.

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Question Bank

UNIT 5: SOCIAL MOVEMENTS IN INDIA

Q.1 Complete the following statements by choosing the correct alternative given in the bracket and
rewrite it:

1. The Bhartiya Lok Dal was started in the year _______. (1954, 1964 ,1974)

2. The Chipko Movement is for ____. (women's empowerment, labor rights, saving the environment)

3. In 1985, the Narmada Bachao Andolan emerged as one of the powerful resistance movements under
the leadership of _____. (Sarla Devi, Medha Patkar, S.A Dange)

4. The term social movement was introduced by a German sociologist _______ in the year 1850. (Lorenz
Von Stein, Judith Butler, Lorenz Williams)

5. A _______ drift may imply rapid change in values ideas and expectations in society. (social, political,
cultural)

6. The slogan, “Educate, Organize and Agitate” was given by _________. (Mahatma Gandhi, Maharshi
Karve, Dr. B R Ambedkar)

7. The Irish born feminist, _______ was instrumental in establishing Women’s Indian Association in
Madras, today Chennai. (Sylvia Wallby, Margaret Cousins, Margaret Williams)

8. All India Women's Conference was established in the year ____. (1926, 1925, 1924)

9. The decade of 1975-85 was announced as the __________. (International Women's Association,
International Women's Decade, International Farmers Decade)

10. The Vishakha Guidelines refer to the problems of _________ related sexual harassment. (workplace
university, society)

11. In March 1875, _________ revolted against the bad conditions of labor. (Shapurji Bengalee, Datta
Samant, Narayan Meghaji Lokhande)

12. _________ started the first workers organization in India called the Bombay Mill Hands Association.
(Shapurji Bengalee, Datta Samant, Narayan Meghaji Lokhande)

13. Meghaji Lokhande is recognized as the father of Indian _____ Movement. (workers, farmers, labors)

14. The Bombay Textile Labor Union operated under the leadership of _______. (J.M Joshi, Lala Lajptrai,
Datta Samant)
15. All India Trade Union Congress was established under the chairmanship of ________. (Lala Lajpatrai,
Datta Samant, J.M Joshi)

16. The _____ Party played a very important role in mobilizing farmers and peasants of Punjab together.
(Political, Ghadar, Farmers)

17. __________ formed the Bhartiya Kranti Dal and Bharatiya Lok Dal in 1974. (Charan Singh, Debash
Singh, Survinder Singh)

18. _______ is celebrated as Earth Day all over the world. (22nd April, 25th April, 28th April)

19. ________ leads to loss of livelihood for tribals and local people. (Displacement, Rehabilitation
Alienation)

20. Rajashri Shahu Maharaj was the ruler of the princely state of _____. (Nagpur, Kolhapur, Solapur)

Q.2 Correct and the incorrect pairs and rewrite:

1. Raja Rammohan Roy – Brahmo Samaj

2. Swami Dayanand Saraswati – Arya Samaj

3. Mahatma Jyotirao Phule – Harijan Sevak Sang Satyashodhak samaj

1. The Sati prohibition Act – 1829

2. The Widow Remarriage Act – 1856

3. The Female Infanticide Act – 1880 1870

4. The Age at Consent of Marriage Act – 1891

1. Women’s Movement – Gender Equality

2. International Decade of Women – From 1991-2001 1975-85

3. Towards Equality – Report on the status of women in India

4. Feminist Movements – India after Independence

Q.3 Identify the appropriate term from the given options in the box and rewrite it against the given
statements:
(1952, S.A Dange, Sarla Devi, 1947, Sundarlaal Bahuguna)

1. Significant role in trade union movement. S A Dange

2. Leader of the Narmada Bachao Andolan. Medha Patkar

3. Indian National Trade Union Congress was formed in which year. 1947

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Raja Rammohan Roy founded Brahmo Samaj with the objective of modernizing Hindu society by abolishing certain traditional practices such as Sati and promoting a monotheistic interpretation of Hindu scriptures. His efforts laid the groundwork for socio-religious reform by combining modern reasoning with spiritual renewal, influencing contemporary and future reform movements .

The Bhartiya Kranti Dal played a crucial role in mobilizing farmers and peasants in Punjab by advocating for their rights and fighting against exploitative agricultural policies. This political mobilization impacted agrarian policies by bringing farmers' issues to the forefront, resulting in more farmer-friendly policies and increased awareness of rural economic struggles in legislative discourses .

The Chipko Movement, primarily a tree-hugging protest led by villagers in the Himalayan region, aimed to prevent deforestation and preserve local ecosystems. It fostered environmental consciousness by highlighting the interdependence between human communities and natural resources, emphasizing the need for sustainable natural resource management. The movement became a catalyst for broader environmental awareness and policy changes focused on conservation in India .

The establishment of the All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) in 1924 was a significant milestone in the labor movement in India, marking a unified effort to represent workers' rights on a national level. It provided a platform for advocating labor rights and improving working conditions, helping to politicize labor issues and influence political discourse. AITUC played a key role in organizing labor strikes and negotiating labor-friendly policies .

The Vishakha Guidelines, established in the wake of a landmark judgment, provided a framework for addressing and preventing sexual harassment in the workplace in India. They mandated the creation of internal complaint committees and laid down procedures for raising grievances, thus transforming workplace dynamics by legitimizing women's concerns and creating safer work environments .

The Narmada Bachao Andolan (NBA) aimed to stop the construction of large dams on the Narmada River, highlighting the environmental and social impacts on local communities, particularly displacement issues affecting tribals and local people. Under Medha Patkar's leadership, the movement emphasized the importance of sustainable and equitable development. Despite significant attention and advocacy, many dams were eventually built, but the movement brought global attention to the issue of displacement due to large infrastructural projects .

Established by feminist leaders, including Margaret Cousins, the Women’s Indian Association played a pivotal role in advocating for women's rights and gender equality in colonial India. It worked towards improving women's educational opportunities, legal rights, and their participation in public life, thereby laying an essential foundation for subsequent women's movements in India .

The decade of 1975-85 was designated as the International Women's Decade by the United Nations, marking significant action towards recognizing women’s rights as human rights globally. It led to the formulation of policies aimed at gender equality and focused international attention on disparities in education, healthcare, employment, and legal rights for women worldwide .

Founded by Narayan Meghaji Lokhande, the Bombay Mill Hands Association was the first organized labor union in India, marking the beginning of structured labor movement efforts against exploitative industrial practices. Its historical significance lies in its role in advocating for fair wages, working conditions, and influencing the trajectory of labor rights and movements henceforth .

Dr. B R Ambedkar's slogan ‘Educate, Organize and Agitate’ reflected his belief in using education as a tool for uplifting marginalized communities, organizing them to assert their rights, and agitating against existing injustices. This approach was integral to his efforts in fighting caste-based discrimination and achieving social justice for the lower castes in India. The slogan underscores the importance of awareness, collective resistance, and direct action in overcoming systemic social issues .

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