Who was the leader of Bardoli Satyagraha?

Correct option is C

The Bardoli Satyagraha of 1928 was a non-violent protest against unjust taxation policies imposed by the British
government in the Bardoli taluka of Gujarat. The movement was led by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who played a crucial
role in organizing farmers and resisting the oppressive tax hike.
The British had increased land revenue taxes by 22%, despite severe floods, famines, and economic distress in the
region. The farmers, unable to pay these heavy taxes, turned to Vallabhbhai Patel, who led them in a peaceful resistance
against the British authorities. Under his leadership:
•Farmers refused to pay the inflated taxes.
•The British government responded by seizing land, cattle, and property of the farmers.
•Patel and his followers maintained non-violent discipline throughout the protest.
•Due to mass resistance and increasing pressure, the British were forced to roll back the tax hike.
•As a result of this successful movement, Vallabhbhai Patel earned the title "Sardar" (Leader) from the people of Bardoli,
solidifying his reputation as a strong leader in India’s freedom struggle.
Information Booster:
•Bardoli Satyagraha was a major success for India's freedom movement and strengthened the concept of non-violent
civil disobedience (Satyagraha).
•The movement was inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s principles and was seen as a precursor to the Civil Disobedience
Movement (1930).
•The British government was forced to return confiscated lands and accept the demands of the farmers.
Additional Knowledge:
• Maulana Azad: A prominent freedom fighter and first Education Minister of independent India, but not related to
Bardoli Satyagraha.
•Mohandas Gandhi: Guided the movement indirectly but was not its leader.
• C. Rajagopalachari: A senior Congress leader and India’s first Governor-General, but not associated with Bardoli
Satyagraha.