Previous year MCQs

Modern Indian History UPPSC 2013 GS-I
Question

With which of the following movements is Aruna Asaf Ali associated?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: Quit India Movement

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Quit India Movement”.
Aruna Asaf Ali was a freedom fighter who rose to prominence during the Quit India Movement. She is known as the 'Grand Old Lady of Indian Independence' for her role in the freedom struggle.

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