Bihar Special GK PYQ 179 of 658 · Historical Scenario

The Prince of Wales's visit to Patna was boycotted by the people on:

  1. A28 August 1921
  2. B22 December 1921
  3. C1 March 1922
  4. D12 March 1922

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Correct answer: (b) 22 December 1921

Explanation

When the Prince of Wales (later Edward VIII) visited Patna on 22 December 1921, the people boycotted his visit with a complete hartal. The boycott was part of the Non-Cooperation Movement and was organised in Bihar under Rajendra Prasad's leadership; the streets were left empty in spite of the government's efforts to arrange a grand reception.

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