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Are you ready to test your understanding of "Indigo" from the Class 12 English Flamingo textbook? This MCQ quiz will help you revise important concepts, including Gandhi’s Champaran movement, the plight of indigo farmers, and the impact of Satyagraha.

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Chapter Name: Indigo
Author: Louis Fischer
Subject: English (Flamingo)
Book: NCERT Class 12 English
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
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Indigo

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They thought he would demand repayment in full of the money which they had illegally and deceitfully extorted from the sharecroppers. He asked only 50 percent. “There he seemed adamant,” writes Reverend J. Z. Hodge, a British missionary in Champaran who observed the entire episode at close range. “Thinking probably that he would not give way, the representative of the planters offered to refund to the extent of 25 percent, and to his amazement Mr. Gandhi took him at his word, thus breaking the deadlock.” This settlement was adopted unanimously by the commission.

The deadlock broke because

All commission members agreed to adopt the representative’s offer.

Gandhi’s settlement offer was worth considering.

Reverend J. Z. Hodge’s intervention brought both parties together.

The sharecroppers refused to be convinced by the commission.

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The Champaran episode was a turning point in Gandhi’s life. ‘‘What I did,” he explained, “was a very ordinary thing. I declared that the British could not order me about in my own country.” But Champaran did not begin as an act of defiance. It grew out of an attempt to alleviate the distress of large numbers of poor peasants. This was the typical Gandhi pattern — his politics were intertwined with the practical, day-to-day problems of the millions. His was not a loyalty to abstractions; it was a loyalty to living, human beings. In everything Gandhi did, moreover, he tried to mould a new free Indian who could stand on his own feet...

Which of these best describes the primary purpose of the extract?

It shows how Gandhi's position in the Champaran struggle reflected his political views.

It explains the differences between the political strategies of Gandhi and the British.

It highlights Gandhi's intention to use peasants to overthrow colonial power.

It points out why the Champaran episode is still relevant in free modern India.

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Based on the given context, choose the option that exemplifies deceitful extortion, out of the examples given below.

The head of the artisan union pretended to address all the problems faced by them.

The head of the artisan union came with goons and took all the assets of the poor artisans.

The artisans demonstrated their rights, peacefully, on the streets.

The artisans in Hafrgunj decided to sell their wares directly to government outlets.

4 / 15

Why did Gandhi consider freedom from fear more important than legal justice for the poor peasants of Champaran?

Because the British government would not allow it

Because legal justice was not possible

Because freedom from fear would lead to long-term benefits

Because the peasants were not educated enough to understand legal justice

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But Champaran did not begin as an act of defiance. It grew out of an attempt to alleviate the distress of large numbers of poor peasants. This was the typical Gandhi pattern — his politics were intertwined with the practical, day-to-day problems of the millions. His was not a loyalty to abstractions; it was a loyalty to living, human beings. In everything Gandhi did, moreover, he tried to mould a new free Indian who could stand on his own feet and thus make India free.

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Which option showcases an example of action (A) -result (R), from the passage?

A=free Indians, R=free India

A=free India, R=defiance

A=defiance, R=poor peasants

A=defiance, R=free Indians

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They had merely heard that a Mahatma who wanted to help them was in trouble with the authorities. Their spontaneous demonstration, in thousands, around the courthouse was the beginning of their liberation from fear of the British. The officials felt powerless without Gandhi’s cooperation. He helped them regulate the crowd. He was polite and friendly. He was giving them concrete proof that their might, hitherto dreaded and unquestioned, could be challenged by Indians. The government was baffled. The prosecutor requested the judge to postpone the trial. Apparently, the authorities wished to consult their superiors.

The demonstration proved that the

policies of the British had failed.

might of the British had not been understood by Indians.

dread instilled in the hearts of Indians had begun to lessen.

dealings with the Indian citizens had been unsuccessful.

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Choose the correct option with reference to the two statements given below.

Statement 1: His was not a loyalty to abstractions; it was a loyalty to living, human beings.

Statement 2: Gandhi was a humanitarian at heart.

Statement 1 is the cause of Statement 2.

Statement 2 can be inferred from Statement 1.

Statement 1 and Statement 2 are independent of each other.

Statement 2 is the effect of Statement 1.

8 / 15

Gandhiji’s behavior towards the British prior to the proposal of postponement of the trial was that of

ignorance of consequences.

indifference.

calm acceptance.

polite helpfulness.

9 / 15

Complete the statement about the form of the chapter, ‘Indigo’.

The chapter ‘Indigo’ is __________ a Louis Fischer book.

a preface to

the foreword of

an excerpt from

the blurb for

10 / 15

Given below are four real-life situations. Choose the option that perfectly describes a deadlock.

The bank employees started protesting against their receding annual salary and other incentives.

Harpreet was stuck between deciding whether to go to the USA or the UK for higher studies.

Tariq is unable to manage the front-end and the backend forums at his company without any support.

Sunita cannot get a job because she has no experience and she can’t have any experience because she has no job.

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How did the peasants of Champaran benefit from Gandhi's involvement in their struggle?

They were able to negotiate better prices for their indigo

They were able to overthrow the British government

They gained economic benefits and freedom from fear

They became more educated and aware of their rights

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In light of the following statement, pick the option that lists the characteristics of Gandhi.

“Gandhi never contented himself with large political or economic solutions. He saw the cultural and social backwardness in the Champaran villages and wanted to do something about it immediately.”

pragmatic

obedient

compassionate

philanthropic

patient

dramatic

1, 3, 6

1, 3, 4

2, 5, 6

2, 4, 5

13 / 15

The officials felt powerless because

of Gandhi’s polite and friendly behavior.

the crowd was getting violent.

the crowd was listening only to Gandhi.

of Gandhi’s refusal to cooperate with them.

14 / 15

Gandhi’s protest in Champaran is most appropriately a great model of

power.

sponsorship.

leadership.

charity.

15 / 15

What did Gandhi mean by "turning point" in reference to the Champaran incident?

The rise of the peasant movement

The first instance of civil disobedience

The beginning of the Indian struggle for Independence

The end of the indigo cultivation system

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Key Topics Covered in the Quiz

✔ The Indigo farmers' struggle in Champaran
✔ Mahatma Gandhi’s leadership and Satyagraha
✔ Impact of the movement on India's freedom struggle
✔ British landlords and exploitation of farmers

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