Question

In which of the following years was the 'Quit India Movement' launched?

• A. 1942
• B. 1935
• C. 1920
• D. 1919

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 1942

• The Quit India Movement, also known as the August Movement, was a pivotal event in India's struggle for independence. • It was launched on August 8, 1942, at the Gowalia Tank Maidan (now August Kranti Maidan) in Bombay. • The movement was initiated by Mahatma Gandhi under the banner of the Indian National Congress. • Mahatma Gandhi gave the famous 'Do or Die' (Karenge Ya Marenge) call during this movement.