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What is the meaning of ‘Ghadar’?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Revolt
  2. Independence
  3. Swaraj
  4. Liberation

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Revolt

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: A) Revolt 📚 Explanation: The word 'Ghadar' literally means 'revolt' or 'rebellion' in Arabic and Urdu. It was chosen as the name for the revolutionary Ghadar Party and its newspaper to signify their intent to overthrow British rule. The party aimed to achieve independence through an armed uprising of the Indian people. This name reflected the radical and militant spirit of the movement centered in North America.