The Dandi March, led by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930, was a significant protest against which British policy?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) Salt tax.
· The Dandi March, also known as the Salt Satyagraha, was a significant protest led by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930 against the salt tax imposed by the British colonial government.
· The march began on March 12, 1930, from Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad and ended on April 6, 1930, at the coastal village of Dandi in Gujarat, covering a distance of about 240 miles (390 kilometers).
Key Points:
· Objective: Gandhi aimed to protest the oppressive British monopoly on salt production and sales, which forced Indians to buy heavily taxed salt despite their right to freely produce and collect it.
· Symbolism: The march symbolized a broader fight against British rule, inspiring civil disobedience movements across India.
· Outcome: The march galvanized Indian nationalism and drew global attention to India’s struggle for independence. It also led to the arrest of thousands of protesters, including Gandhi himself.
· Legacy: The Dandi March remains a powerful symbol of peaceful resistance and nonviolent protest.