Question

Consider the following statements in regard to the parallel government emerged during the Quit India Movement. 

1. The first such government emerged in Satara. 

2. The government which emerged in Tamluk was known as ‘Jatiya Sarkar’. 

3. The longest lasting and effective parallel government was in Satara.

Which of the statements given above are correct? 

(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

(b) Although at the national level the ability to galvanize rebellion was limited, the movement is notable for regional success especially at Satara in Maharashtra, Talcher in Odisha, and Midnapore. In Tamluk and Contai subdivisions of Midnapore, the local populaces were successful in establishing parallel governments, which continued to function, until Gandhi personally requested the leaders to disband in 1944.