Class 10 History Chapter 8
Events Leading to the Quit India Movement (1935-1943)
important Questions

Explanation:

On 8th August 1942, Mahatma Gandhi launched the Quit India Movement at the session of the All-India Congress Committee in Mumbai. Gandhiji gave the call “Do or Die” in his speech.
Rise of Nationalism:
i. A greater sense of unity and brotherhood emerged due to the Quit India Movement. Many students dropped out of schools and colleges, people gave up their jobs and withdrew money from the banks.
ii. Women Participation: Women took active participation in the movement. Female leaders like Usha Mehta helped set up an underground radio station which led to the awakening about the movement.
iii. Rise of Future Leaders: Underground activities were taken by leaders that included Ram Manohar Lohia, J.P. Narayan, Aruna Asaf Ali, Biju Patnaik, Sucheta Kriplani, etc which later emerged as prominent leaders.
iv.It changed the nature of politics with the British, ultimately paving the way for India's independence.
v. The great significance of this historic movement was that it placed the demand for independence.