CBSE - CLOTHING : A SOCIAL HISTORY CONCEPTS

In which year did Gandhi adopt dhoti? (1) 1913 (2) 1915 (3) 1921 (4) 1928

Why did Mahatma Gandhi adopt loin cloth and a chaddar as his dress? (1) it was easy to wear (2) it was not easy to practise (3) he believed that poor peasants could not afford more than that (4) it was a political statement of self- respect

According to Gandhi, which kind of dress would have a more powerful political effect? (1) Western style (2) Indian style (3) Dressing unsuitably (4) Dressing suitably for the occasion

Why were Shanar women attacked by Nairs in May 1922? (1) For wearing a tailored blouse (2) For wearing a cloth across their upper bodies (3) For wearing gold ornaments (4) For using umbrellas