Which famous person identified with the slogan- "Do or Die"?

Correct option is B

Ans. (b) Mahatma Gandhi

Sol.Mahatma Gandhi gave the slogan "Do or Die" on August 8, 1942, during the Quit India Movement. This call for action was made in his speech at the Gowalia Tank Maidan (now August Kranti Maidan) in Mumbai, urging Indians to fight for complete independence from British rule. The slogan symbolized the determination to achieve freedom at any cost. The movement led to mass protests, arrests, and widespread civil disobedience.

Information Booster:

• The Quit India Movement was launched on August 9, 1942, against British rule.
• Mahatma Gandhi and several Congress leaders were arrested, leading to mass protests.
• The British responded with violent suppression, arresting over 100,000 people.
• Many underground revolutionary activities were organized to resist British rule.
• The movement weakened British control and increased global pressure for Indian independence.
• India gained independence five years later, on August 15, 1947.
• August 9 is observed as August Kranti Diwas in India to honor the movement.

Additional Information:

• (a) Rajiv Gandhi – Served as India’s Prime Minister from 1984 to 1989. He contributed to economic liberalization and technological advancements, including expanding India's telecom network and promoting computerization.
• (c) Indira Gandhi – Served as India’s first female Prime Minister (1966-77, 1980-84). She led India during the 1971 Indo-Pak War, played a significant role in India's Green Revolution, and introduced several policies for economic growth.
• (d) Jawaharlal Nehru – Served as India’s first Prime Minister (1947-1964). He played a major role in shaping modern India by focusing on industrialization, education, and foreign policy while being a key figure in the Indian independence movement.