In 2024, India observes 105th anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre which serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made in the pursuit of freedom. British troops, led by Brigadier General Reginald Dyer, opened fire on unarmed civilian protesters at Jallianwala Bagh, resulting in a devastating loss of life and injuries. This massacre fueled the desire for independence in India and played a significant role in the Indian independence movement.
To help you remember this significant event and test your knowledge of its historical importance, here are some quiz questions related to the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
1. When did the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre occur?
a) April 13, 1918
b) April 13, 1919
c) April 13, 1920
d) April 13, 1921
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- Answer: b
2. Where did the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre take place?
a) Lahore, Punjab
b) Amritsar, Punjab
c) Chandigarh, Punjab
d) Jalandhar, Punjab
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- Answer: b
3. Who was the British official who led the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre?
a) Lord Dalhousie
b) Brigadier General Reginald Dyer
c) Lord Irwin
d) Governor General Montagu
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- Answer: b
4. What was the cause of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre?
a) Indians protested against British rule
b) British forces wanted to assert their authority
c) Jallianwala Bagh was a volatile area
d) The exact cause is unknown
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- Answer: a
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5. How did the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre impact the Indian independence movement?
a) It intensified the anger among Indians towards British rule
b) It encouraged more people to join the struggle for independence
c) It strengthened nationalist sentiments in India
d) All of the above
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- Answer: d
6. Who chaired the inquiry commission on the massacre?
a) Lord Mountbatten
b) Lord William Hunter
c) Lord Curzon
d) Lord Carnwath
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- Answer: b
7. Which act was enacted in opposition to the Rowlett Act and contributed to widespread discontent and led to the massacre?
a) Rowlatt Act
b) Salt Act
c) Trade Act
d) Jallianwala Bagh Act
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- Answer: a
8. Who was the Lieutenant Governor of Punjab at the time of the massacre?
a) Sir Michael O'Dwyer
b) Lord Chelmsford
c) Lord Irwin
d) Sir Winston Churchill
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- Answer: a
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9. Who led the nationwide agitation against the Rowlatt Act, opposite to the act of lawlessness?
a) Subhas Chandra Bose
b) Bhagat Singh
c) Mahatma Gandhi
d) Jawaharlal Nehru
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- Answer: c
10. Who was the British official serving as the Governor-General of India at the time of the massacre?
a) Lord Mountbatten
b) Lord Curzon
c) Lord Chelmsford
d) Lord Carnwath
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- Answer: c
11. What was the primary reason for the gathering at Jallianwala Bagh on April 13, 1919?
a) Political rally
b) Religious festival
c) Sports event
d) Peaceful protest
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- Answer: d
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