Question 95 from UPSC CSE 2018 - Modern History

Question

In 1920, which of the following changed its name to "Swarajya Sabha"?

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Correct Option: A. All India Home Rule League

Strategy: Focus on the All India Home Rule League, which transitioned into 'Swarajya Sabha' in 1920 under Gandhi's leadership. This rebranding reflected its direct demand for 'Swaraj' (self-government). Other contemporary organizations do not align with this specific timeline or the movement's shift towards Swaraj.

Key Info: ### Organizational Details and the Swaraj Movement

*   **All India Home Rule League:** Established in 1916 by Annie Besant and Bal Gangadhar Tilak to advocate for self-rule in India. It played a pivotal role in mobilizing public opinion. In 1920, with Gandhi's growing influence and increased demands for self-rule, the organization was renamed 'Swarajya Sabha' to explicitly pursue 'Swaraj' (self-rule), which became central to the nationalist movement.
*   **Hindu Mahasabha:** Founded in 1915, this organization focused primarily on Hindu interests and did not undergo a name change related to the Swaraj movement.
*   **South Indian Liberal Federation (Justice Party):** A non-Brahmin political party primarily concerned with South Indian interests, not connected to the Swaraj identity.
*   **Servants of India Society:** Established in 1905 by Gopal Krishna Gokhale, its focus was on social reform and political education, and its name remained unchanged.

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Option B: Hindu Mahasabha

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Option C: South Indian Liberal Federation

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Option D: The Servants of India Society