What was the main event of the Guruvayoor Sathyagraha?
A. A procession to Guruvayoor temple
B. A hunger strike at the temple premises
C. A mass demonstration in front of the temple
D. A sit-in protest at the temple entrance
Correct Answer: D. A sit-in protest at the temple entrance Explanation: The main event of the Guruvayoor Sathyagraha was a sit-in protest at the temple entrance where participants demanded the right to enter the temple regardless of their caste.
Source: “Guruvayur Sathyagraha and Its Significance” by S. Sreekumar, in Journal of Kerala Studies, Vol. 37, No. 1 (2010).
Which religious leader supported the Guruvayoor Sathyagraha?
A. Sree Narayana Guru
B. Brahmananda Sivayogi
C. Thycaud Ayya
D. Chattampi Swamikal
Correct Answer: A. Sree Narayana Guru Explanation: Sree Narayana Guru, a social reformer and spiritual leader, supported the Guruvayoor Sathyagraha.
Source: “Guruvayur Sathyagraha and Its Significance” by S. Sreekumar, in Journal of Kerala Studies, Vol. 37, No. 1 (2010).
Who was the first person to be arrested during the Guruvayoor Sathyagraha?
A. K. Kelappan
B. V.K. Krishna Menon
C. Mahatma Gandhi
D. K.P. Kesava Menon
Correct Answer: D. K.P. Kesava Menon Explanation: K.P. Kesava Menon, a journalist and political activist, was the first person to be arrested during the Guruvayoor Sathyagraha.
Source: “Guruvayur Sathyagraha and Its Significance” by S. Sreekumar, in Journal of Kerala Studies, Vol. 37, No. 1 (2010).
Who was the Chief Minister of Madras Presidency during the Guruvayoor Sathyagraha?
A. C. Rajagopalachari
B. Omandur Ramaswamy Reddiar
C. Bhaktavatsalam
D. M. Bhaktavatsalam
Correct Answer: C. Bhaktavatsalam Explanation: Bhaktavatsalam was the Chief Minister of Madras Presidency during the Guruvayoor Sathyagraha.
Source: “Guruvayur Sathyagraha and Its Significance” by S. Sreekumar, in Journal of Kerala Studies, Vol. 37, No. 1 (2010).
Who was the leader of Guruvayoor Sathyagraha?
A. V.K. Krishna Menon
B. K. Kelappan
C. Mahatma Gandhi
D. C. Rajagopalachari
Correct Answer: B. K. Kelappan Explanation: K. Kelappan, also known as “Kerala Gandhi,” was the leader of the Guruvayoor Sathyagraha.
Source: “Guruvayur Sathyagraha and Its Significance” by S. Sreekumar, in Journal of Kerala Studies, Vol. 37, No. 1 (2010).
Which political organization was associated with the Guruvayoor Sathyagraha?
A. Indian National Congress
B. Communist Party of India
C. Hindu Mahasabha
D. Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee
Correct Answer: D. Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee Explanation: The Guruvayoor Sathyagraha was associated with the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee, the state branch of the Indian National Congress.
Source: “Guruvayur Sathyagraha and Its Significance” by S. Sreekumar, in Journal of Kerala Studies, Vol. 37, No. 1 (2010).
Who was the main supporter of Guruvayoor Sathyagraha in the national level?
A. Jawaharlal Nehru
B. Subhas Chandra Bose
C. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
D. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
Correct Answer: D. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Explanation: Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the first Education Minister of India, was the main supporter of Guruvayoor Sathyagraha at the national level.
Source: “Guruvayur Sathyagraha and Its Significance” by S. Sreekumar, in Journal of Kerala Studies, Vol. 37, No. 1 (2010).
What is the primary purpose of Guruvayoor Sathyagraha?
A. To promote Hinduism
B. To protest against the British rule
C. To protect the temple and its customs
D. To celebrate the cultural heritage of Kerala
Correct Answer: C. To protect the temple and its customs. Explanation: Guruvayoor Sathyagraha was a nonviolent protest movement in the early 20th century to protect the Guruvayoor temple and its customs from interference by the British authorities.
Source: “Guruvayur Sathyagraha and Its Significance” by S. Sreekumar, in Journal of Kerala Studies, Vol. 37, No. 1 (2010).
When did the Guruvayoor Sathyagraha take place?
A. 1920-1922
B. 1910-1912
C. 1930-1932
D. 1940-1942
Correct Answer: A. 1920-1922 Explanation: The Guruvayoor Sathyagraha took place between 1920 and 1922 as a nonviolent protest against British interference in temple affairs.
Source: “Guruvayur Sathyagraha and Its Significance” by S. Sreekumar, in Journal of Kerala Studies, Vol. 37, No. 1 (2010).
What was the outcome of the Guruvayoor Sathyagraha?
A. The British authorities relented and allowed the temple to continue its customs
B. The temple was closed down and its customs banned
C. The movement led to the independence of India
D. The movement had no significant outcome
Correct Answer: A. The British authorities relented and allowed the temple to continue its customs. Explanation: The nonviolent protest of Guruvayoor Sathyagraha was successful and the British authorities relented, allowing the temple to continue its customs.
Source: “Guruvayur Sathyagraha and Its Significance” by S. Sreekumar, in Journal of Kerala Studies, Vol. 37, No. 1 (2010).
