Q. On account of his very significant role in preventing large-scale communal rioting in Bengal on the eve of partition, who was referred to as the’one-man army’?
(a) Lord Mountbatten
(b) Mahatma Gandhi
(c) Pandit Nehru
(d) Sardar Patel
Ans: (b) Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation:
Mahatma Gandhi was referred to as the “one-man army” for his significant role in preventing large-scale communal rioting in Bengal on the eve of partition. In 1947, as communal tensions rose and violence erupted between Hindus and Muslims in various parts of the country, Mahatma Gandhi embarked on a peace mission to Bengal to defuse the situation.
Through his tireless efforts, Gandhi traveled to different affected areas, met with leaders of different communities, and advocated for peace and communal harmony. He organized prayer meetings, urged people to maintain peace, and promoted interfaith dialogue and understanding.
His presence and influence had a calming effect on the people, and he played a crucial role in preventing widespread violence and bloodshed in Bengal during that critical time. His efforts earned him the admiration and respect of many, and he came to be known as the “one-man army” for his ability to single-handedly bring about peace in a volatile situation.
