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What was ‘Komagata Maru’?

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

Answer options

  1. An army unit
  2. A harbour
  3. A ship
  4. An industrial township

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: A ship

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: C. A ship 📚 Explanation: Komagata Maru was a Japanese steamship that carried Indian immigrants (mostly Sikhs) to Vancouver, Canada, in 1914. Most of the passengers were denied entry and forced to return to India. Upon arrival in India, a violent clash occurred with the British police at Budge Budge harbor. This incident became a major symbol of British racism and colonial oppression.