GS1 · Topic
Freedom Struggle
Phases of the national movement, revolts, mass movements and negotiations to 1947.
100 UPSC Mains GS1 questions on Freedom Struggle that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2017–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
British response to the revolt of 1857 did more than merely restoring colonial control, it prolonged the longevity of the British imperialism in India. Examine.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023
Modern Indian HistoryBritish Policies and Their Impact
The disillusionment with Gandhian politics and influence from the Russian revolution led to the development of the Revolutionary movements in 1920s-1930s.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Freedom StruggleModern Indian History
The capitalist class generally remained ambivalent in their support to the Indian National Congress until 1940s. In this context, analyse the varying positions of the Indian capitalists throughout the national movement.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Freedom StruggleModern Indian History
It can be argued that the peasant movements of the 20th century, when compared to those in the 19th century, were more organised and nationalistic in nature. Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Freedom StruggleModern Indian History
Elucidate the causes, triumphs, and constraints of the Non-Cooperation Movement - a noble and illustrious endeavor that marked a crucial turning point in the history of India's struggle for independence.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Freedom StruggleMahatma Gandhi
Trace the evolution of the press in India. Also, discuss the instrumental impact it had during various stages of the Indian freedom struggle despite the repressive policies of the British.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Modern Indian HistoryFreedom Struggle
Discuss the contributions of revolutionaries during different phases of the Indian freedom struggle.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
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Peasant Movements were not unknown to pre-colonial India but became endemic in the first half of the 18th century. What were the causes and nature of the peasant movements in this period in India? Evaluate their achievements.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Freedom StruggleModern Indian History
Discuss the responses of major political parties to the recommendations of the Cabinet Mission. Also, examine the reasons for its failure.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
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Discuss the role of the press in spreading nationalist ideas and sentiments during the freedom struggle. What challenges did the press, particularly the vernacular press, face during this period?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Freedom StruggleModern Indian History
The Quit India movement marked a new direction in the struggle against the British colonial rule in India. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Freedom StruggleMahatma Gandhi
Among the major legacies of the Indian freedom movement, civil liberties formed an important one. Analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Freedom StrugglePersonalities
What were the reasons for the revolt of 1857? Highlighting the factors responsible for its failure, discuss its impacts.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Freedom StruggleModern Indian History
Did the 'Swarajists' fail in using the legislative bodies as a political tool during the independence movement? Substantiate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
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Explain the importance of the Swadeshi Movement in India's struggle for independence. Discuss the shortcomings of the movement.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
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Elaborate on the multi-dimensional role and contribution of Madan Mohan Malviya to the cause of Indian freedom.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Freedom StrugglePersonalities
Describe the significance of the Dandi March (1930) as the starting point of the Civil Disobedience Movement. Also, discuss the national and international reactions to the Dandi March and the Salt Satyagraha.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Freedom StruggleMahatma Gandhi
Describing the Congress attitude towards the Second World War, discuss the failure of the Cripps Mission and its consequences.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Freedom StruggleModern Indian History
Why is the Quit India Movement called spontaneous revolution? Assess the role of Quit India Movement in uniting the Indians against the British rule.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Freedom StruggleMahatma Gandhi
Trace the evolution and impact of the Indian revolutionaries' movement on the Indian freedom struggle. Did it fail to achieve its objectives? Argue.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
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The Nehru report 1928, the first effort to frame a constitution, was nothing more than a bunch of uneasy compromises. Critically analyse.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Freedom StrugglePersonalities
Dadabhai Naoroji left an indelible imprint on the national movement. Explain.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Modern Indian HistoryPersonalities
The reactionary policies of Lord Lytton and the liberal policies of his successor Lord Rippon acted as catalyst in the formation of the Indian National Congress. Discuss.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Modern Indian HistoryBritish Policies and Their Impact
What were the conditions that led to alliance of Khilafat and Non-cooperation movement? Also, discuss the impact of this step on future course of national movement.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Freedom StruggleModern Indian History
Discuss the factors responsible for fanning communal consciousness during the Indian freedom struggle and state its consequences.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Freedom StruggleSecularism
The Non- Cooperation Movement was negative enough to be peaceful but positive enough to be effective. Comment.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Freedom StruggleMahatma Gandhi
Bring out the differences in the approach of B.R. Ambedkar and Mahatma Gandhi for the social upliftment of backward classes.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Freedom StruggleMahatma Gandhi
British educational policy, meant to further subjugate Indians, instead catalysed free thoughts and pioneered the Indian independence movement. Elaborate.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Modern Indian HistoryBritish Policies and Their Impact
Do you agree with the view that Gandhian politics was, in a sense, a continuation of Tilak's politics?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Freedom StruggleMahatma Gandhi
Congress was criticised to be a safety valve but played a seminal role in uprooting the British rule from the country. Explain.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Freedom StruggleModern Indian History