Let's examine each statement: A) Hakim Ajmal Khan was a prominent leader associated with the Khilafat Movement and the Indian National Congress, known for his role in promoting Hindu- Muslim unity against British rule. He was not a founder of the Ahrar movement, which was primarily led by figures from Punjab and formed later (1929). (Incorrect) B) Sir Sayyid Ahmad Khan viewed the Indian National Congress as dominated by Hindus and opposed Muslim participation in it, advocating for loyalty to the British government. This is a historically correct statement about his stance shortly after the INC's formation. (Correct - but see further analysis below). C) The All-India Muslim League, formed in 1906, did not oppose the partition of Bengal; many Muslim leaders supported it. It also advocated for and achieved separate electorates for Muslims. (Incorrect) D) A Provisional Government of India was formed in Kabul in 1915 during World War I with German and Turkish support, aiming to incite a rebellion against the British. Raja Mahendra Pratap was the President, Maulana Barkatullah was the Prime Minister, and Maulana Ubaidullah Sindhi was the Home Minister. This statement is historically correct. (Correct)
With reference to the Indian freedom struggle, which one of the following statements is correct?
Asked in UPPCS Prelims 2002 · Topic: Revolutionary Activities Outside India (Provisional Government of India in Kabul (Raja Mahendra Pratap, Barkatullah))
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Answer: D. Maulana Barkaullah and Maulana Obeidullah Sindhi were among those who formed a Provi‐ sional Government of India in Kabul
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