Calicut University 2009 B.A Islamic History – V : Freedom Movement in India and Role of Muslims in the Movement - Question Paper

PART – I
1. define the causes of the Revolt of 1857. Mention the role of Muslims in the
Revolt.
OR
explain the origin and development of the Aligarh movement.
2. What were the circumstances that led to the formation of Muslim League in 1906 ?
OR
explain the main features of the Govt. of India Act of 1919.
3. define the main events that took place with the outbreak of the 2nd World
War. Trace its importance as factors leading to the Independence of India.
OR
Enumerate the factors that led to the partition of India in 1947. Was Muhamad Ali
Jinna responsible for the partition ? (3×20=60 Marks)

PART – II

GROUP – A
4. discuss the divide and rule policy of the British in India.
5. explain the origin of the Indian National Congress.
6. provide an account of the origin and development of Wahabi movement in India.
7. Mention the role of Muslims in the early activities of Indian National Congress.

GROUP – B
8. discuss the role of Khilafat and non-co-operation movements in the history of
Indian freedom struggle.
9. Trace the origin of the separate electorate for Muslims.
10. How did the Congress perform during their 1937-39 rule ?
11. Assess the importance of the Lahore Resolution of the Muslim League.

GROUP – C
12. What led to the Quit India movement ? explain its nature and importance.
13. discuss the role of Abul Kalam Azad as a freedom fighter.
14. provide an account of the working of Interim Govt.
15. Narrate the freedom movement from the beginning of 1947 till the attainment of the
independence. (8×5=40 Marks)

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