Who among the following was shot dead while hoisting National Flag at Gohpur Police Station ?

Correct option is B

Kanaklata Barua, a young freedom fighter from Assam, was shot dead while trying to hoist the Indian National Flag at the Gohpur Police Station in 1942 during the Quit India Movement.

Information Booster:

1. Kanaklata Barua was only 17 years old at the time of her martyrdom.
2. She was part of the Mrityu Bahini (Death Brigade) in Assam.
3. The Quit India Movement was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in 1942 against British rule.
4. Her sacrifice inspired many young freedom fighters in Assam and across India.
5. The incident occurred on September 20, 1942.
6. A number of institutions in Assam are named in her honor today.

Additional Knowledge:

• Sarojini Naidu: Known as the "Nightingale of India" and the first woman Governor of independent India.
• Maniben Patel: Daughter of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel; contributed significantly to India’s independence.
• Matangini Hazra: Another prominent freedom fighter who was shot dead while marching with the national flag in Bengal.

Key Points:

• Kanaklata is an emblem of youth sacrifice for India's freedom.
• Her story highlights the active participation of women in India’s freedom struggle.