Question

Why did many underground activities emerge during the 'Quit India Movement'?

• A. Indians were hesitant to participate in the movement launched by the Congress.
• B. The Indian national movement has been of such character since its inception.
• C. Gandhiji asked Indians to get involved in such underground activities.
• D. It was in response of British arresting the leaders right after the launch of the movement.

Answer 1

The correct option is D It was in response of British arresting the leaders right after the launch of the movement.

Just after the launch of the 'Quit India Movement', the British imprisoned Gandhiji and many other prominent leaders. It triggered many underground activities during this phase. Many leaders involved in such activities went undergrounf to escape from the arrest and carry on the movement.