Question

during world war ii, the indian national congress told citizens to

refuse to vote in elections.
purchase only british goods.
pay their taxes on time.
boycott gandhis protests.

Explanation:

Analyze the historical context of World War II in India

During World War II, the British Empire unilaterally declared India's participation in the war without consulting Indian leaders. This decision deeply angered the Indian National Congress.

Evaluate the response of the Indian National Congress

In response to being forced into the war, the Indian National Congress, heavily influenced by the Indian Independence Movement, launched protests and non-cooperation campaigns.

Assess the specific actions taken by citizens

The Congress urged citizens to refuse cooperation with the British administration. This included resigning from provincial government posts and boycotting colonial systems, such as refusing to participate or vote in British-run elections.

Eliminate incorrect options

• "purchase only British goods": Congress advocated for Swadeshi (using indigenous goods) and boycotting British goods.
• "pay their taxes on time": Congress frequently organized tax-refusal campaigns as a form of civil disobedience.
• "boycott Gandhi's protests": Congress was led by Gandhi and actively supported his protests, such as the Quit India Movement of 1942.

Answer:

• (A) refuse to vote in elections. (Correct answer)
• (B) purchase only British goods.
• (C) pay their taxes on time.
• (D) boycott Gandhi's protests.