Which leader was called Deshbandhu?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Chittaranjan Das
Chittaranjan Das was affectionately known as ‘Deshbandhu’, meaning ‘Friend of the Nation’. He was an important leader of the Indian national movement and a co-founder of the Swaraj Party. Motilal Nehru and Jawaharlal Nehru were also prominent leaders, but neither was called Deshbandhu. Exam tip: associate the title ‘Deshbandhu’ with Chittaranjan Das and the Swaraj Party.
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Chittaranjan Das
Why is this the correct answer?
Chittaranjan Das was affectionately known as ‘Deshbandhu’, meaning ‘Friend of the Nation’. He was an important leader of the Indian national movement and a co-founder of the Swaraj Party. Motilal Nehru and Jawaharlal Nehru were also prominent leaders, but neither was called Deshbandhu. Exam tip: associate the title ‘Deshbandhu’ with Chittaranjan Das and the Swaraj Party.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 General Knowledge question. Chapter: Indian History. Topic: Indian Freedom Movement.
