Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with answers on “The Role of Tribal Communities in India’s Independence Movement”

Which tribal leader is known for his role in the Munda Rebellion (Ulgulan) against British rule?
- A) Birsa Munda
- B) Ganga Narayan Singh
- C) Rani Gaidinliu
- D) Bhagat Singh
  Answer: A) Birsa Munda
The Munda Rebellion took place in which year?
- A) 1900
- B) 1899-1900
- C) 1920
- D) 1942
  Answer: B) 1899-1900
Which tribal community was primarily involved in the 1942 Quit India Movement?
- A) Santhal
- B) Gond
- C) Munda
- D) Todas
  Answer: A) Santhal
The Great Rebellion of 1857 included which of the following tribal uprisings?
- A) Kuki Uprising
- B) Santhal Uprising
- C) Munda Rebellion
- D) Both B and C
  Answer: D) Both B and C
Rani Gaidinliu, a prominent tribal leader, belonged to which community?
- A) Munda
- B) Nagas
- C) Santhal
- D) Bhil
  Answer: B) Nagas
Which Act allowed for the establishment of scheduled areas for tribal governance?
- A) Government of India Act, 1935
- B) The Panchayati Raj Act, 1996
- C) Indian Independence Act, 1947
- D) The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes Act, 1950
  Answer: A) Government of India Act, 1935
The Bhil community primarily resisted British rule in which region?
- A) Rajasthan
- B) Madhya Pradesh
- C) Gujarat
- D) All of the above
  Answer: D) All of the above
The term ‘Ulgulan’ refers to which event in Indian history?
- A) The Santhal Rebellion
- B) The Munda Rebellion
- C) The Kuka Movement
- D) The Quit India Movement
  Answer: B) The Munda Rebellion
Which prominent tribal leader fought against the British during the 19th century and was later hanged?
- A) Rani Gaidinliu
- B) Birsa Munda
- C) Chandra Shekhar Azad
- D) Sardar Patel
  Answer: B) Birsa Munda
The Santhal Rebellion was led by which of the following leaders?
- A) Sidhu and Kanhu
- B) Rani Gaidinliu
- C) Birsa Munda
- D) Ganga Narayan Singh
  Answer: A) Sidhu and Kanhu
What was the main cause of the Santhal Rebellion?
- A) Land revenue policies
- B) Displacement due to British rule
- C) Cultural suppression
- D) All of the above
  Answer: D) All of the above
Which tribal community played a significant role in the freedom struggle in Odisha?
- A) Gond
- B) Munda
- C) Santhal
- D) Khond
  Answer: D) Khond
What was the primary aim of the tribal uprisings during the British rule?
- A) Establishing separate states
- B) Social reforms
- C) Economic independence and rights over land
- D) Religious freedom
  Answer: C) Economic independence and rights over land
In which year did the Santhal Rebellion take place?
- A) 1857
- B) 1855-1856
- C) 1899
- D) 1942
  Answer: B) 1855-1856
Which movement is associated with the struggle for the rights of tribal communities in the 20th century?
- A) The Non-Cooperation Movement
- B) The Khilafat Movement
- C) The Quit India Movement
- D) All of the above
  Answer: D) All of the above
The Gondwana land was associated with which tribal community?
- A) Munda
- B) Santhal
- C) Gond
- D) Bhil
  Answer: C) Gond
Who led the Khond revolt against British rule?
- A) Ganjam
- B) Rani Gaidinliu
- C) Alluri Sitarama Raju
- D) Bhagat Singh
  Answer: A) Ganjam
The tribal leaders used which method to oppose British rule?
- A) Non-violent protests
- B) Armed rebellion
- C) Political negotiation
- D) All of the above
  Answer: B) Armed rebellion
The term ‘Adivasi’ is commonly used to refer to which group?
- A) Urban dwellers
- B) Tribal communities
- C) Landowners
- D) Religious minorities
  Answer: B) Tribal communities
What was one of the major impacts of the British land revenue system on tribal communities?
- A) Increased agricultural productivity
- B) Displacement and poverty
- C) Cultural enrichment
- D) Strengthened community ties
  Answer: B) Displacement and poverty
The All India Tribal Conference held in 1939 aimed at:
- A) Uniting tribal leaders for independence
- B) Forming a separate tribal government
- C) Establishing peace with British authorities
- D) None of the above
  Answer: A) Uniting tribal leaders for independence
Which movement specifically targeted the exploitation of tribal resources by British colonialism?
- A) The Swadeshi Movement
- B) The Civil Disobedience Movement
- C) The Bardoli Satyagraha
- D) The Munda Rebellion
  Answer: D) The Munda Rebellion
Which of the following factors did not contribute to the tribal uprisings?
- A) British land policies
- B) Cultural suppression
- C) Economic independence
- D) Religious conversion
  Answer: D) Religious conversion
Birsa Munda was an influential leader from which Indian state?
- A) Jharkhand
- B) Odisha
- C) Madhya Pradesh
- D) Chhattisgarh
  Answer: A) Jharkhand
Which act aimed at protecting the rights of tribal communities over land and resources?
- A) The Forest Rights Act, 2006
- B) The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes Act, 1950
- C) The Indian Independence Act, 1947
- D) The Government of India Act, 1935
  Answer: A) The Forest Rights Act, 2006
What was a significant outcome of tribal participation in the freedom struggle?
- A) Increased autonomy for tribal areas
- B) Establishment of separate tribal states
- C) Recognition of tribal rights in the Constitution
- D) Economic prosperity for tribal communities
  Answer: C) Recognition of tribal rights in the Constitution
Which of the following statements is true regarding the role of tribal communities in the independence movement?
- A) They were completely isolated from the freedom struggle.
- B) They played a passive role in the movement.
- C) They actively resisted British colonial policies.
- D) They only focused on local issues and ignored national struggles.
  Answer: C) They actively resisted British colonial policies.
Which British policy had a significant negative impact on the traditional land rights of tribal communities?
- A) The Permanent Settlement
- B) The Land Acquisition Act
- C) The Arms Act
- D) The Vernacular Press Act
  Answer: A) The Permanent Settlement
The tribal movements in India were often characterized by:
- A) A uniform approach across all regions
- B) A strong cultural and religious undertone
- C) Reliance on British support
- D) Total indifference to the national struggle
  Answer: B) A strong cultural and religious undertone
The Ghadar Movement was significant because it:
- A) Focused on the rights of tribal communities
- B) Was aimed at overthrowing British rule from abroad
- C) Was led exclusively by tribal leaders
- D) Ignored the contributions of tribal populations
  Answer: B) Was aimed at overthrowing British rule from abroad

These MCQs provide a comprehensive overview of the role of tribal communities in India’s independence movement, suitable for Civil Services Examination preparation.

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