Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
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Where was the annual session of the Congress held in 1929?
Answer:
Lahore
The 1929 annual session of the Congress took place in Lahore. This session is historically significant for the adoption of the resolution for complete independence (Purna Swaraj) and the decision to launch a civil disobedience movement.
42
When did the Congress decide that it would not participate in any Round Table Conference?
Answer:
December 1929
In December 1929, during the Lahore Session, the Congress decided to boycott the Round Table Conferences. This was a result of their declaration of 'Purna Swaraj' or complete independence as their ultimate goal.
43
Under whose leadership did the Congress launch the Civil Disobedience Movement in 1930?
Answer:
M.K. Gandhi
The Civil Disobedience Movement was launched in 1930 under the leadership of M.K. Gandhi. It was characterized by non-violent resistance, including the famous Salt March, aimed at challenging British laws and taxes.
44
In 1929, which political body authorized its working committee to initiate a Civil Disobedience Movement?
Answer:
All India Congress
During its session in 1929, the All India Congress authorized its working committee to start a Civil Disobedience Movement. This decision was part of their push for total independence and a response to the lack of constitutional progress.
45
When was the Simon Commission Report officially published?
Answer:
May 1930
The Simon Commission Report was published in May 1930. It faced massive criticism and rejection from across the Indian political spectrum because it lacked any Indian representation in its membership, leading to widespread protests.
46
In which year did Lord Irwin become the Viceroy of India?
Answer:
1928
Lord Irwin assumed the office of Viceroy of India in April 1928. His tenure was a critical period in British Indian history, marked by the arrival of the Simon Commission and the subsequent Round Table Conferences aimed at resolving constitutional deadlocks.
47
Which prominent leader is credited with inviting and convincing Quaid-e-Azam to return to India to lead the Muslim community?
Answer:
Allama Iqbal
Allama Iqbal recognized that Jinnah was the only leader who could unite the Muslims of India. Through a series of famous letters and personal appeals, Iqbal convinced Jinnah to end his self-imposed exile in London and return to the subcontinent to take charge of the Muslim League.
48
Until which year did Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah remain in London before returning to lead the Indian Muslims?
Answer:
1934
Frustrated by the political deadlock and communal infighting, Jinnah moved to London in 1930 to practice law at the Privy Council. He remained there until 1934, when he was persuaded by leaders like Allama Iqbal and Liaquat Ali Khan to return to India and reorganize the Muslim League.
49
Who led the Muslim delegation in the Third Round Table Conference in the absence of Quaid-e-Azam?
Answer:
Sir Agha Khan
The Third RTC was held in late 1932 with a much smaller number of delegates. Since Quaid-e-Azam was in London and the Congress boycotted it, the Muslim delegation was led by the Agha Khan. This session finalized the details that would become the Government of India Act 1935.
50
The Third Round Table Conference began on November 17, 1932, and ended on which date?
Answer:
November 24, 1932
According to the specific historical records provided, the Third Round Table Conference lasted only a short period, starting on November 17, 1932, and concluding on November 24, 1932.