Question

Which of these reasons would BEST explain the cause of Mohandas K. Gandhi’s practice of civil disobedience and the non-violent movement in India during the 20th century?
A) the invasion, occupation, and annexation of India by European powers
Eliminate
B) the extension of Great Britain influence through diplomacy and military force in India
C) Gandhi’s patriotic feelings of a unified India to promote peace between Muslims and Hindus
D) Gandhi’s attitude to promote the awareness of the South Asian culture, heritage, and identity

Answer 1

B) the extension of Great Britain influence through diplomacy and military force in India

Answer 2

The correct answer is B. The extension of Grat Britain influence through diplomacy and military force in India.

Explanation

Mahatma Gandhi (1869 - 1948) was an Indian nationalist thinker and leader who stood out for being the main architect of the independence of his country in 1947, becoming one of the most influential personalities in contemporary history. His main idea of resistance against British influence in India was disobedience and passive resistance that was based on non-violent actions such as civil disobedience, demonstrations, and peaceful marches, voluntary confinements, hunger strikes, among others. These actions ended up weakening the oppression of Great Britain that had exerted on its Indian colonies through the military and diplomatic influence. So, the correct answer is B. The extension of Grat Britain influence through diplomacy and military force in India.