With reference to the Kheda Satyagraha of 1918, consider the following statements: 1. Kheda Satyagraha was the first instance where Gandhi experimented with non-cooperation as a political strategy in India. 2. The initial phase of the movement was led by local leaders like Mohanlal Pandya before Gandhi formally joined. 3. The government fulfilled all demands of the peasants, including full tax remission and legal guarantees. Which of the above statements is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

Kheda Satyagraha marked the first large-scale non-cooperation movement led by Gandhi, making it a crucial step in his political rise in India.
The movement was initiated by local leaders, especially Mohanlal Pandya, even before Gandhi’s direct involvement.
The government did not concede all demands; while revenue was not collected from most peasants, no formal legal guarantee or full tax remission was granted, and Gandhi withdrew without full success.

Source: Spectrum’s A Brief History of Modern India

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