Who among the following freedom fighters gave the slogan 'Freedom is my birth right and I shall have it'?

Appeared in: RRB Nsg. Superintendent-20 July 2019 (Shift-2)

Explanation

Bal Gangadhar Tilak, a key figure in India's independence movement, is credited with the powerful slogan, "Swaraj (self-rule) is my birthright and I shall have it.".
This slogan became a cornerstone of the Home Rule Movement (1916-18), inspiring millions to join the struggle for self-governance.
Tilak was known for his strong nationalist views and was considered a radical leader by the British colonial authorities.

Option A: Subhas Chandra Bose is associated with different, equally powerful slogans.
Option B: Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first Prime Minister, is known for his speeches and other slogans, not the one in the question.
Option C: Bhagat Singh, a revolutionary socialist, popularized a different slogan that became synonymous with the freedom struggle.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Famous Slogans of Indian Freedom Fighters as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
While this is a general knowledge question, awareness of national history and key figures is part of a well-rounded education for all professionals, including nurses, fostering a sense of national identity and heritage.
Understanding the historical context of slogans reveals the core principles and motivations behind major social and political movements.
What if the question asked about the slogan 'Do or Die'? The correct answer would then be Mahatma Gandhi, who gave this call to the nation during the Quit India Movement in 1942.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the key phrase in the question: the slogan "Freedom is my birth right and I shall have it."
This is a factual recall question. Access your knowledge of Indian history and the key figures of the independence movement.
Associate the slogan with the correct freedom fighter. Recall that this specific, powerful declaration of self-rule is famously attributed to Bal Gangadhar Tilak.
Mentally review the slogans of the other figures listed in the options to confirm they are incorrect. For example, recall that Subhas Chandra Bose said "Give me blood..." and Bhagat Singh used "Inquilab Zindabad."
Select the option corresponding to Bal Gangadhar Tilak.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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