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Q.11
Medium
Freedom Struggle
Which revolutionary organization, founded in 1924, was led by Chandrasekhar Azad and focused on armed struggle against British rule?
Correct Answer:
B. Hindustan Socialist Republican Association
EXPLANATION
The Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) was established in 1924 and became a prominent revolutionary organization under the leadership of Chandrasekhar Azad, Bhagat Singh, and others.
The HSRA combined nationalist ideology with socialist principles and conducted several armed operations against British targets.
The organization represented a significant phase of armed resistance during the independence struggle.
Q.12
Medium
Freedom Struggle
Which British administrator's Vernacular Press Act of 1878 aimed to suppress the Indian vernacular press and restrict freedom of expression?
Correct Answer:
A. Lord Lytton
EXPLANATION
Lord Lytton introduced the Vernacular Press Act in 1878 to control Indian language newspapers and restrict anti-British reporting.
This act became highly controversial and was seen as a direct attack on freedom of the press, becoming a catalyst for nationalist sentiments.
The act was later repealed by Lord Ripon in 1882.