Q81. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the political developments in Marwar.
Peasant, Tribal and Praja Mandal Movements: RAS Prelims MCQs
102 RAS Prelims MCQs on peasant and tribal movements in Rajasthan test leaders, taxes, dates and places. Bijolia, Begun and Bundi among the peasants, and the Bhil movements of Govind Giri among the tribes, are the main themes, so keep the leader, the grievance and the date together for each movement.
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Q82. Read the following statements regarding Jai Narayan Vyas and select the correct option:
Statement I: He authored the controversial booklets ‘Marwar Ki Avastha’ and ‘Popabai Ki Pol’ to expose the corruption and misrule of the Jodhpur state administration.
Statement II: He was the sole representative of the Rajputana states in the First Round Table Conference in London.
Statement I: He authored the controversial booklets ‘Marwar Ki Avastha’ and ‘Popabai Ki Pol’ to expose the corruption and misrule of the Jodhpur state administration.
Statement II: He was the sole representative of the Rajputana states in the First Round Table Conference in London.
Explanation
Jai Narayan Vyas wrote ‘Marwar Ki Avastha’ and ‘Popabai Ki Pol’ to expose the corruption in Jodhpur’s administration. However, he was not the sole representative of the Rajputana states at the First Round Table Conference. That role was typically occupied by the princely rulers or their nominated Dewans. Vyas was a grassroots leader whose influence came from mass mobilization rather than official colonial diplomatic representation.
Q83. What is the most appropriate reason for the observance of ‘Krishna Day’ by the Marwar Praja Mandal?
Explanation
‘Krishna Day’ was observed by the Marwar Praja Mandal in 1936 specifically to protest the abduction of a young woman named Krishna and the subsequent failure of the Jodhpur state authorities to take effective action. This event was used by the Praja Mandal to highlight the lack of rule of law and the state’s inability to ensure the safety and justice of its subjects.
Q84. The Mewar Praja Mandal was formally established on 24 April 1938 under the leadership and initiative of:
Explanation
The Mewar Praja Mandal was established in 1938 through the combined efforts of Balwant Singh Mehta and Manikya Lal Verma. While Balwant Singh Mehta served as the first president, Manikya Lal Verma was the driving organizational force behind it. Their collaboration was essential for building a strong political movement in the Mewar state, which eventually became one of the most active in Rajasthan.
Q85. Consider the following statements regarding the Jaipur Praja Mandal:
I. It was the first Praja Mandal in Rajasthan, originally established in 1931 by Kapur Chand Patni.
II. It was reorganized in 1936 under the guidance of Jamnalal Bajaj.
III. During the Quit India Movement, the Gentlemen’s Agreement was signed between Hiralal Shastri and Mirza Ismail.
IV. Baba Harishchandra formed the ‘Azad Morcha’ because he supported the Gentlemen’s Agreement.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
I. It was the first Praja Mandal in Rajasthan, originally established in 1931 by Kapur Chand Patni.
II. It was reorganized in 1936 under the guidance of Jamnalal Bajaj.
III. During the Quit India Movement, the Gentlemen’s Agreement was signed between Hiralal Shastri and Mirza Ismail.
IV. Baba Harishchandra formed the ‘Azad Morcha’ because he supported the Gentlemen’s Agreement.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Explanation
The Jaipur Praja Mandal, founded in 1931 and reorganized in 1936, is historically significant. During the 1942 Quit India Movement, Hiralal Shastri signed the Gentlemen’s Agreement. However, Baba Harishchandra formed the ‘Azad Morcha’ because he opposed the agreement, not because he supported it. He believed the Praja Mandal should actively participate in the national movement rather than staying neutral as the agreement mandated.
Q86. The historic ‘Gentlemen’s Agreement’ of 1942, which kept the Jaipur Praja Mandal officially out of the Quit India Movement, was signed between:
Explanation
The Gentlemen’s Agreement of 1942 was a significant pact between Hiralal Shastri, the leader of the Jaipur Praja Mandal, and Sir Mirza Ismail, the Prime Minister of the Jaipur state. Under this agreement, the state promised certain reforms and civil liberties, while the Praja Mandal agreed not to launch any agitation during the Quit India Movement. This kept Jaipur relatively peaceful during the national turmoil.
Q87. Match List-I (Booklet/Song) with List-II (Associated Leader) and select the correct answer using the codes given below:
| Booklet/Song | Associated Leader |
|---|---|
| A. Mewar Ka Vartman Shasan | i. Manikya Lal Verma |
| B. Popabai Ki Pol | ii. Jai Narayan Vyas |
| C. Panchida (Song) | iii. Hiralal Shastri |
| D. Prateeksha Namo Namah (Song) | iv. Manikya Lal Verma (during Bijolia) |
Explanation
These publications and songs are linked to specific leaders. Manikya Lal Verma wrote ‘Mewar Ka Vartman Shasan’ and the song ‘Panchida’. Jai Narayan Vyas authored ‘Popabai Ki Pol’ to criticize Jodhpur’s administration. Hiralal Shastri is remembered for his patriotic song ‘Prateeksha Namo Namah’. These creative works played a vital role in mobilizing the masses and spreading the message of freedom and democratic rights.
Q88. Identify the correct statement regarding the first executive committee of the Mewar Praja Mandal.
Explanation
When the Mewar Praja Mandal was established in April 1938, the first executive committee featured Balwant Singh Mehta as the President. Bhurelal Baya was appointed as the Vice-President, and Manikya Lal Verma took the responsibility of the General Secretary. This leadership structure provided the necessary organizational stability to launch the movement for responsible government and civil liberties in the Mewar princely state.
Q89. Read the following statements regarding the political scenario in Jaipur during 1942 and select the correct option:
Statement I: The Azad Morcha actively organized strikes and participated in the Quit India Movement against the British.
Statement II: The official Jaipur Praja Mandal under Hiralal Shastri also simultaneously launched violent attacks on government buildings.
Statement I: The Azad Morcha actively organized strikes and participated in the Quit India Movement against the British.
Statement II: The official Jaipur Praja Mandal under Hiralal Shastri also simultaneously launched violent attacks on government buildings.
Explanation
In 1942, the Azad Morcha actively participated in the Quit India Movement in Jaipur, organizing strikes and protests. In contrast, the official Jaipur Praja Mandal, led by Hiralal Shastri, remained neutral due to the Gentlemen’s Agreement. Therefore, the official Praja Mandal did not launch any attacks on government buildings; instead, it focused on constitutional negotiations with the state Prime Minister, Sir Mirza Ismail.
Q90. Which of the following leaders is NOT associated with the Mewar Praja Mandal?
Explanation
Manikya Lal Verma, Bhurelal Baya, and Ramesh Chandra Vyas were all prominent leaders who were deeply involved in the Mewar Praja Mandal’s activities. They were instrumental in organizing agitations and social reforms in the Udaipur region. Bhanwarlal Saraf, however, was a key figure in the Marwar Praja Mandal based in Jodhpur and was not associated with the leadership of the Mewar-based political movement.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 81 | (a) The Marwar Praja Mandal was heavily supported by the British authorities who funded its activities. |
| 82 | (c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect |
| 83 | (b) To protest the abduction of a woman named Krishna and the state’s failure to give justice. |
| 84 | (d) Both (1) and (2) |
| 85 | (b) IV only |
| 86 | (d) Hiralal Shastri and Sir Mirza Ismail |
| 87 | (a) A-i, B-ii, C-iv, D-iii |
| 88 | (d) Balwant Singh Mehta was appointed as the President and Bhurelal Baya as the Vice- President. |
| 89 | (c) Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect |
| 90 | (c) Bhanwarlal Saraf |
Key facts from Peasant, Tribal and Praja Mandal Movements
- The Bijolia movement was fuelled by taxes such as the Chauri tax, linked to the marriage of a peasant’s daughter.
- Vijay Singh Pathik was born Bhoop Singh Gurjar; the Uparmal Panch Board was set up in 1917.
- The newspaper Pratap, published from Kanpur by Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi, took the Bijolia grievances to a national audience.
- The Begun peasant movement was led by Ramnarayan Choudhary on the request of the peasants.
- The Dabi massacre of 2 April 1923 during the Bundi (Barad) movement took the life of Nanak Ji Bhil.
- The Mangarh massacre of 17 November 1913 is called the Jallianwala Bagh of Rajasthan; Govind Giri led the Bhagat movement.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Peasant, Tribal and Praja Mandal Movements?
This page has 102 practice MCQs on Peasant, Tribal and Praja Mandal Movements (Rajasthan History, Art and Culture). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
What was the Mangarh massacre?
The killing of Bhil gatherers at Mangarh Hill on 17 November 1913. It is often called the Jallianwala Bagh of Rajasthan. Govind Giri, who led a reform movement among the Bhils of the Dungarpur and Banswara region, had called the gathering.
Which movement is also called the Barad movement?
The Bundi peasant movement, which is notable for its resistance to Begar (forced labour) and heavy taxation. The firing at Dabi in April 1923, in which Nanak Ji Bhil was killed, is the best-known episode of this movement.
What was Lag-bag in the agrarian context?
Lag-bag were various arbitrary cesses and extractions imposed on peasants over and above the land revenue. They were a major cause of peasant unrest and appear in the demands of the Bijolia and other movements of the early twentieth century.