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Question 79

In 1920, which of the following changed its name to "Swarajya Sabha"?

AOptions

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A) All India Home Rule League
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B) Hindu Mahasabha
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C) South Indian Liberal Federation
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D) The Servants of India Society

BSolution

In 1920, following the death of Bal Gangadhar Tilak and under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi, the All India Home Rule League changed its name to "Swarajya Sabha". This change reflected a broader shift in its objectives, aligning more closely with Gandhi's vision of 'Swaraj' and the non-cooperation movement, moving beyond the narrower demand for 'Home Rule' within the British Empire.

The other options are incorrect:

  • Hindu Mahasabha: Was formed much earlier and maintained its distinct identity.
  • South Indian Liberal Federation: Also known as the Justice Party, it was a political party in the Madras Presidency focusing on non-Brahmin interests and did not change its name to Swarajya Sabha.
  • The Servants of India Society: Founded by Gopal Krishna Gokhale, it was primarily a social reform organization and retained its name.
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CStrategy

For questions related to historical organizations and their evolution, it's important to know key leaders, significant periods, and major shifts in their objectives or names. Associating organizations with their primary movements and timeframes helps in elimination.

DSyllabus Analysis

This question pertains to Indian History, specifically the Modern Indian History period, focusing on important organizations and movements during the freedom struggle.

EQuestion Analysis

Easy. This is a direct factual question about a well-known event in the history of the Indian national movement.