Class 10 Forward Bloc and the INA Mock Test (ICSE)

Topics in Forward Bloc and the INA

• Objectives of the Forward Bloc
• Formation and objectives of the INA
• Contribution of Subhas Chandra Bose

Forward Bloc and the INA practice questions with answers

1. Q1Multiple choice·1 mark
   Which of the following was a primary objective of the Forward Bloc founded by Subhas Chandra Bose?

   1. (a)Liberation of India with the active support of workers, peasants, and youth
   2. (b)Establishment of a centralized autocratic government
   3. (c)Creation of a separate religious dominion
   4. (d)Immediate cooperation with the British war efforts
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   1. Correct option: (a)+1

   Answer: (a)
2. Q2Multiple choice·1 mark
   Who among the following played a pivotal role in the initial formation and conceptualization of the Indian National Army (INA) before Subhas Chandra Bose took over its leadership?

   1. (a)Jawaharlal Nehru
   2. (b)Vallabhbhai Patel
   3. (c)C. Rajagopalachari
   4. (d)Captain Mohan Singh
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   1. Correct option: (d)+1

   Answer: (d)
3. Q3Multiple choice·1 mark
   Name the provisional government established by Subhas Chandra Bose in Singapore in October 1943.

   1. (a)Azad Hind Government (Provisional Government of Free India)
   2. (b)Government of Free Hindustan
   3. (c)Indian National Council
   4. (d)Swaraj Republican Administration
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   1. Correct option: (a)+1

   Answer: (a)
4. Q4Multiple choice·1 mark
   Which of the following socio-economic objectives was strongly advocated by the Forward Bloc under the leadership of Subhas Chandra Bose?

   1. (a)Maintenance of the existing feudal and zamindari land systems
   2. (b)Adoption of a capitalist free-market economy without state intervention
   3. (c)Establishment of a socialist society with state ownership of key industries
   4. (d)Establishment of a constitutional monarchy aligned with British policies
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   1. Correct option: (c) Establishment of a socialist society with state ownership of key industries+1

   Answer: (c)
5. Q5Long answer·4 marks
   Subhas Chandra Bose played a monumental role in giving a militant direction to the Indian national movement from outside India. In this context, answer the following questions: (a) State any two contributions of Subhas Chandra Bose towards the reorganization and strengthening of the Indian National Army (INA). (b) Mention any two key features or impacts of the Provisional Government of Free India (Arzi Hukumat-e-Azad Hind) established under his leadership.
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   1. (a) First contribution, any one of: took over command of the INA from Rash Behari Bose in Singapore (1943) and reorganised it into a disciplined fighting force; raised new brigades named after Gandhi, Nehru and Azad, and the Rani Jhansi Regiment for women; recruited soldiers and raised funds from Indians in Southeast Asia; inspired the army with slogans such as 'Delhi Chalo' and 'Jai Hind'; led the INA into the Imphal-Kohima campaign; or any other valid contribution.+1
   2. (a) Second contribution, a different one from the same list.+1
   3. (b) First feature or impact, any one of: it was set up in Singapore in October 1943 with Bose as head of state; it was recognised by Japan, Germany, Italy and other Axis-aligned countries; it declared war on Britain and the United States; the Andaman and Nicobar Islands were handed to it and renamed Shaheed and Swaraj Dweep; it united Indians abroad and inspired nationalist feeling at home; or any other valid feature or impact.+1
   4. (b) Second feature or impact, a different one from the same list.+1

   Answer: (a) Any two of: took command of the INA and reorganised it, raised the Gandhi, Nehru, Azad and Rani Jhansi units, recruited soldiers and raised funds in Southeast Asia, gave the slogans 'Delhi Chalo' and 'Jai Hind', led the Imphal-Kohima campaign. (b) Any two of: set up in Singapore in 1943, recognised by the Axis powers, declared war on Britain and the USA, received the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, inspired Indians at home and abroad.

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