Question

On whose request did Gandhiji go to Champaran?

• A. Rajendra Prasad
• B. J.B. Kripalani
• C. Raj Kumar Shukla
• D. Tilak

Hint:

Champaran Satyagraha (1917) was Gandhiji’s first major movement in India, initiated due to the appeal of Raj Kumar Shukla.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Background of Champaran Satyagraha.
The Champaran movement (1917) was Gandhiji’s first Satyagraha in India. It was against the oppressive indigo plantation system in Bihar where peasants were forced to grow indigo under the tinkathia system.
Step 2: Role of Raj Kumar Shukla.
Raj Kumar Shukla, a local peasant leader of Champaran, persistently requested Gandhiji to come and witness the plight of the indigo farmers. Moved by his request, Gandhiji visited Champaran and launched the movement.
Step 3: Elimination of options.
- (A) Rajendra Prasad: He later supported Gandhi but did not invite him.
- (B) J.B. Kripalani: Associated with Gandhiji but not linked to the initial request.
- (C) Raj Kumar Shukla: Correct, he persuaded Gandhiji to visit Champaran.
- (D) Tilak: Not related to Champaran.
Conclusion: Gandhiji went to Champaran on the request of Raj Kumar Shukla.