Non-Cooperation Movement

Total Questions: 48

21. The Chauri-Chaura episode took place on: [U.P. Lower Sub. (Pre) 2002]

Correct Answer: (b) 4th February, 1922
Solution:The Chauri-Chaura incident occurred at Chauri-Chaura in the Gorakhpur district of the then United Province, British India on 4 February 1922. When a large group of protesters participating in the Non-Cooperation Movement turned violent, they attacked and set fire to a police station, killing all its occupants. This led to the deaths of three civilians and 23 policemen.

22. In which state is 'Chauri Chaura,' where in February 1922 AD a police station was set on fire? [67th B.P.S.C. (Pre) (Re. Exam) 2022]

Correct Answer: (d) Uttar Pradesh
Solution:The Chauri-Chaura incident occurred at Chauri-Chaura in the Gorakhpur district of the then United Province, British India on 4 February 1922. When a large group of protesters participating in the Non-Cooperation Movement turned violent, they attacked and set fire to a police station, killing all its occupants. This led to the deaths of three civilians and 23 policemen.

23. Who among the following had moved the Non-cooperation resolution in the Nagpur session of the Indian National Congress in 1920? [U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2011]

Correct Answer: (a) C.R. Das
Solution:In September, 1920, Congress met in Calcutta in a special session in which Gandhi proposed the Non-cooperation resolution which was opposed by C.R. Das.

In December, 1920, at annual Congress Session in Nagpur, it was thoroughly discussed and endorsed by all. During the Nagpur Session, it was C.R. Das who himself proposed the N0n-cooperation resolution.

24. In which district is Chauri Chaura situated? [U.P.U.D.A./L.D.A. (Pre) 2013 U.P.P.C.S. (Spl) (Mains) 2008]

Correct Answer: (b) Gorakhpur
Solution:The Chauri-Chaura incident occurred at Chauri-Chaura in the Gorakhpur district of the then United Province, British India on 4 February 1922.

When a large group of protesters participating in the Non-Cooperation Movement turned violent, they attacked and set fire to a police station, killing all its occupants. This led to the deaths of three civilians and 23 policemen.

25. In February 2021 Prime Minister inaugurates which Centenary Celebration? [M.P. P.C.S. (Pre) 2020]

Correct Answer: (c) Chauri Chaura Centenary Celebration
Solution:Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the Chauri Chaura centenary celebration at Chauri Chaura, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh on 4th February 2021 via video conferencing.

26. Mahatma Gandhi suspended the Non-Cooperation Movement because: [U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1990]

Correct Answer: (d) The violent incident at Chauri-Chaura.
Solution:The non-cooperation movement was one of the most powerful movements in the Indian freedom struggle. However, despite all efforts, it was called off by Gandhiji due to various reasons. These reasons include:
  • Chauri-Chaura Incident: In Chauri-Chaura, Uttar Pradesh, a group of protestors attacked and set fire to a police station, resulting in the death of several police officers. Gandhi felt that the incident violated the principle of non-violence, and as a result, he called off the movement in February 1922.
  • Lack of discipline and violence: Mahatma Gandhi realised that the Indian masses were not fully prepared for a nationwide struggle of civil disobedience and non-cooperation. There were instances of indiscipline and violence by some participants. For instance, the Mopillah revolt in Kerala turned violent.

27. Why did Mahatma Gandhi withdraw the Non-cooperation Movement in 1922? [U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2006]

Correct Answer: (c) Because of the violence in Chauri-Chaura.
Solution:The non-cooperation movement was one of the most powerful movements in the Indian freedom struggle. However, despite all efforts, it was called off by Gandhiji due to various reasons. These reasons include:
  • Chauri-Chaura Incident: In Chauri-Chaura, Uttar Pradesh, a group of protestors attacked and set fire to a police station, resulting in the death of several police officers. Gandhi felt that the incident violated the principle of non-violence, and as a result, he called off the movement in February 1922.
  • Lack of discipline and violence: Mahatma Gandhi realised that the Indian masses were not fully prepared for a nationwide struggle of civil disobedience and non-cooperation. There were instances of indiscipline and violence by some participants. For instance, the Mopillah revolt in Kerala turned violent.

28. Which of the following was the major cause to withdraw the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1922 by Mahatma Gandhi? [U.P.B.E.O. (Pre) 2019]

Correct Answer: (d) The Chauri Chaura violence.
Solution:The non-cooperation movement was one of the most powerful movements in the Indian freedom struggle. However, despite all efforts, it was called off by Gandhiji due to various reasons. These reasons include:
  • Chauri-Chaura Incident: In Chauri-Chaura, Uttar Pradesh, a group of protestors attacked and set fire to a police station, resulting in the death of several police officers. Gandhi felt that the incident violated the principle of non-violence, and as a result, he called off the movement in February 1922.
  • Lack of discipline and violence: Mahatma Gandhi realised that the Indian masses were not fully prepared for a nationwide struggle of civil disobedience and non-cooperation. There were instances of indiscipline and violence by some participants. For instance, the Mopillah revolt in Kerala turned violent.

29. Non-Cooperation Movement was launched in 1920. Explain when it was ended? [M.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2006, U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1990]

Correct Answer: (c) 1922
Solution:The Chauri-Chaura episode took place on February 4, 1922 and after hearing of this incident, Gandhiji called up a meeting of Congress Working Committee on February 12, 1922 and passed a resolution, which is popularly known as Bardoli resolution, in which Gandhi announced the withdrawal of the Non-Cooperation Movement.

At the time to Chauri-Chaura incident, Gandhiji was at Bardoli (Gujrat) where he was preparing to start a Civil Disobedience Movement.

30. Where was Mahatma Gandhi when Chauri-Chaura episode took place? [U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2011]

Correct Answer: (c) At Bardoli
Solution:The Chauri-Chaura episode took place on February 4, 1922 and after hearing of this incident, Gandhiji called up a meeting of Congress Working Committee on February 12, 1922 and passed a resolution, which is popularly known as Bardoli resolution, in which Gandhi announced the withdrawal of the Non-Cooperation Movement.

At the time to Chauri-Chaura incident, Gandhiji was at Bardoli (Gujrat) where he was preparing to start a Civil Disobedience Movement