QUESTION

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Modern History

Prelims 2025

Consider the following subjects with regard to Non-Cooperation Programme:

I. Boycott of law-courts and foreign cloth II. Observance of strict non-violence III. Retention of titles and honours without using them in public IV. Establishment of Panchayats for settling disputes

How many of the above were parts of Non-Cooperation Programme?

Select an option to attempt

Explanation

The Non-Cooperation Programme aimed to resist British rule through boycott and self-reliance, emphasizing non-violence and alternative institutions.

Statement I is correct:

  • Boycott of law courts and foreign cloth was a key part of the movement.

Statement II is correct:

  • Strict non-violence was insisted upon by Gandhi during the movement.

Statement III is incorrect:

  • The programme required surrendering British titles and honours, not retaining them.

Statement IV is correct:

  • Setting up Panchayats to settle disputes locally was encouraged.

So, the correct answer is: C (Only three)

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