The 'Harijan' movement was started by Mahatma Gandhi to:
A. Promote Swadeshi
B. Fight against untouchability
C. Support women's rights
D. Promote education
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Mahatma Gandhi started the 'Harijan' movement to fight against untouchability and improve the condition of Dalits, whom he called 'Harijans' (children of God).
The Cripps Mission visited India in March 1942. Mahatma Gandhi described its proposals as a 'post-dated cheque on a crashing bank'. Who headed this mission?
Explanation:
The mission was led by Sir Stafford Cripps, a member of the British War Cabinet, who brought draft proposals regarding India's constitutional future after the war.
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