WBCS.LIVE practice question

Who among the following was the primary architect of the 'Home Rule Movement' in India alongside Annie Besant?

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

Answer options

  1. Bal Gangadhar Tilak
  2. Lala Lajpat Rai
  3. Bipin Chandra Pal
  4. Aurobindo Ghosh

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Bal Gangadhar Tilak

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) Bal Gangadhar Tilak šŸ“š Explanation: The Home Rule Movement was launched in 1916 to demand self-government for India within the British Empire. Tilak started his league in April at Belgaum, while Annie Besant launched hers in September at Madras. This movement played a crucial role in maintaining political momentum during the lull of World War I.