Origin - objectives - achievements and decline of the Justice Party, Non-Brahmin movement in Tamil Nadu, Dravida Kazhagam - Self-Respect Movement, Political parties, Rajaji - Kamaraj - Anna, Language and reservation policy - One Line Questions

1. The Justice Party passed the first Backward Classes Act in Madras Presidency in which year? — 1925
2. In which year was the Justice Party formed? — 1916
3. In which year did Periyar E.V. Ramasamy found the Self-Respect Movement? — 1925
4. The 'Dravida Nadu' concept, envisioned by Periyar and Annadurai, referred to: — A separate sovereign state for Dravidian people in South India
5. What was the primary objective of the Justice Party? — Securing political and social rights for non-Brahmins
6. The Dravida Kazhagam's stance on religion was characterized by: — A strong emphasis on rationalism and critique of religious superstitions and casteism
7. Periyar E.V. Ramasamy's radical ideas on social reform included: — Promotion of atheism and opposition to religious superstitions
8. The objective of the Non-Brahmin movement was to challenge: — The socio-political dominance of Brahmins in education and government jobs
9. Who is considered the most influential leader of the Self-Respect Movement? — Periyar E.V. Ramasamy
10. Who was the founder of the Dravida Kazhagam? — Periyar E.V. Ramasamy
11. Anna's political philosophy emphasized: — Social justice, federalism, and regional autonomy
12. What was the primary reason for the formation of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) from the Dravida Kazhagam (DK)? — All of the above
13. Anna (C.N. Annadurai) became the first Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu from which party? — Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)
14. C.N. Annadurai, a prominent leader, eventually broke away from the Dravida Kazhagam to form which political party? — Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)
15. Which newspaper was associated with the Justice Party's ideology? — Justice
16. The Non-Brahmin Movement in Tamil Nadu primarily aimed to address: — Discrimination faced by non-Brahmin communities in education and employment
17. Rajaji's political career spanned across different ideologies, but he is known for: — His advocacy for Gandhian principles and pragmatic governance
18. C.N. Annadurai's political legacy is marked by: — His pragmatic approach to governance, emphasizing social justice and regional aspirations
19. K. Kamaraj's administration is noted for its focus on: — Rural development, education, and poverty alleviation
20. What was a key achievement of the Justice Party government? — Passage of the Madras Presidency Backward Classes Act
21. The achievement of the Justice Party that significantly impacted social justice in Madras Presidency was: — The Government Order of 1929 providing reservations for non-Brahmins
22. What significant event led to the decline of the Justice Party? — Its inability to adapt to changing political dynamics and the rise of new movements
23. What was the main reason for the decline of the Justice Party's influence? — Its failure to address the aspirations of the growing non-Brahmin middle class and the rise of more dynamic movements
24. The decline of the Justice Party can be attributed to: — Its inability to keep pace with the evolving political consciousness and the rise of the Dravidian movement
25. The decline of the Justice Party was exacerbated by: — Internal divisions and the rise of charismatic leaders in competing movements
26. The Dravida Kazhagam (DK) was formed as a successor to which movement? — Both Justice Party and Self-Respect Movement
27. Which political party was known for its strong emphasis on Tamil nationalism and anti-Hindi stance? — Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)
28. The demand for a separate state for Dravidian people was a central theme in the politics of: — Both Dravida Kazhagam and DMK
29. Rajaji (C. Rajagopalachari) served as the first and only Governor-General of India from: — Madras Presidency
30. The Dravida Kazhagam's ideology was largely based on: — Dravidian pride, rationalism, and social justice
31. Which leader was instrumental in the formation of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)? — C.N. Annadurai
32. Which of the following leaders was NOT a prominent figure in the Dravidian movement? — K. Kamaraj
33. Who founded the Justice Party (South Indian Liberal Federation)? — P. Thyagaraya Chetty and T.M. Nair
34. What was a significant policy introduced by Rajaji as Chief Minister of Madras Presidency that faced opposition? — Compulsory Hindi education
35. The Self-Respect Movement's call for 'Self-Respect Marriages' aimed to: — Legalize marriages without a Brahmin priest and uphold the dignity of individuals
36. The reservation policy in Tamil Nadu, a significant aspect of its political landscape, aims to: — Ensure representation of historically disadvantaged communities in education and employment
37. The objectives of the Justice Party were largely fulfilled by subsequent governments in terms of: — Implementing reservation policies for backward classes
38. K. Kamaraj is widely remembered for his contribution to: — Educational reforms and rural development
39. K. Kamaraj's tenure as Chief Minister is often referred to as the 'Golden Age' due to: — Significant expansion of educational institutions and rural electrification
40. Kamaraj's educational policies focused on: — Making education accessible to all, especially the poor, through free education and mid-day meals
41. Periyar's critique of religion was primarily aimed at: — Challenging religious dogma that perpetuated caste and inequality
42. The 'Kamaraj Plan' was aimed at: — Strengthening the Congress party by making ministers focus on organizational work
43. C. Rajagopalachari, despite his Congress background, formed which party in opposition to Congress policies? — Swatantra Party
44. The 'Anti-Hindi Agitation' of 1965 in Tamil Nadu was primarily in response to: — All of the above
45. The reservation policy in Tamil Nadu is a significant achievement stemming from the legacy of: — The Justice Party and the Non-Brahmin Movement
46. The language policy in Tamil Nadu, particularly the two-language formula, was a direct response to: — The perceived threat of Hindi imposition from the Centre
47. The Self-Respect Movement advocated for: — Caste abolition and rationalism
48. The Self-Respect Movement, under Periyar, advocated for: — Social equality, rationalism, and self-dignity for all Tamils
49. The language policy championed by Anna and the DMK emphasized: — The necessity of a two-language formula (Tamil and English) for Tamil Nadu
50. Anna is credited with introducing: — The two-language policy in Tamil Nadu
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