Question

Two statements as Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are given below. Read them carefully and select the correct option:
Assertion (A): To broaden the Non-Cooperation Movement, Gandhiji had joined hands with the Khilafat Movement.
Reason (R): Gandhiji hoped that coupling Non-Cooperation and Khilafat could collectively bring an end to the Colonial rule.

• A. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
• B. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of the Assertion (A).
• C. Assertion (A) is correct, but Reason (R) is incorrect.
• D. Assertion (A) is incorrect, but Reason (R) is correct.

Hint:

Focus on the political strategies and alliances of leaders during India's freedom struggle for such questions.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Gandhiji strategically aligned the Non-Cooperation Movement with the Khilafat Movement to unify Hindu and Muslim communities against British rule, believing their combined efforts would strengthen the struggle for independence.