The massacre that occurred in 1919 took place in Amritsar, at Jallianwala Bagh. British troops opened fire on a peaceful gathering, causing hundreds of deaths. This tragic event became a turning point in India’s freedom struggle.
On the political map of India, locate and label the following with a suitable symbol. Identify the places marked on the map. (A) The city associated with the significant strike by mill workers during the freedom struggle. (B) The place where the massacre occurred in 1919.
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(A) The city associated with the significant strike by mill workers during the freedom struggle:
The correct city is Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Ahmedabad was a major textile hub and in the early 20th century, mill workers there organized significant strikes for better wages and working conditions. These strikes became an important part of India’s freedom struggle.
(B) The massacre occurred in Jallianwala Bagh, Amritsar (Punjab). On 13 April 1919, British troops under General Dyer fired on an unarmed gathering of men, women and children, killing hundreds and injuring many, marking a turning point in India’s struggle for independence.