Question

What was the outcome of Kheda movement?

• A. The land taxes were altogether abolished.
• B. The increased taxes were reduced, only able farmers were asked to pay
• C. The taxes were abolished for two years.
• D. There was no change in the tax structure.

Answer 1

The correct option is B The increased taxes were reduced, only able farmers were asked to pay

Kheda is a district in the state of Gujarat. Farmers here faced a terrible famine. After this British conducted a land survey and compelled the peasants to pay land revenue. They, therefore, started a no- tax movement in Kheda district in 1918. Gandhiji organised the peasants to offer satyagraha. The peasants refused to pay land revenue and ultimately the government was forced to arrive at a settlement with the peasants.