Prime Minister Narendra Modi has paid tributes to Lokmanya Tilak on his birth anniversary, acknowledging his significant contributions to India’s independence movement.
Prime Minister’s Tribute
In a tweet, Prime Minister Modi expressed his admiration and respect for Lokmanya Tilak. He described Tilak as a towering figure in India’s fight for independence, a visionary who worked tirelessly to ignite the spirit of nationalism among Indians.
Emphasis on Nationalism and Education
Prime Minister Modi highlighted Lokmanya Tilak’s dual focus on promoting nationalism and emphasizing the importance of education and service. He praised Tilak for his relentless efforts in these areas, which have left a lasting impact on the nation.
Personal Connection
Prime Minister Modi shared his personal connection to Lokmanya Tilak by mentioning his speech from the previous year’s programme in Pune, where he had the honour of receiving the Lokmanya Tilak National Award.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs):
- Who paid tribute to Lokmanya Tilak on his birth anniversary?
- A. President of India
- B. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- C. Chief Minister of Maharashtra
- D. Governor of Maharashtra
Answer: B. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- What did Prime Minister Modi describe Lokmanya Tilak as in his tribute?
- A. A freedom fighter
- B. A towering figure in India’s fight for independence
- C. A social reformer
- D. A poet
Answer: B. A towering figure in India’s fight for independence
- What were the two key areas Lokmanya Tilak emphasized according to Prime Minister Modi?
- A. Economic reforms and industrialization
- B. Nationalism and education
- C. Social equality and healthcare
- D. Political stability and governance
Answer: B. Nationalism and education
- Where did Prime Minister Modi receive the Lokmanya Tilak National Award?
- A. Mumbai
- B. Delhi
- C. Pune
- D. Kolkata
Answer: C. Pune
- What did Prime Minister Modi share in his tweet about Lokmanya Tilak?
- A. His speech from the previous year’s programme in Pune
- B. A book written by Lokmanya Tilak
- C. A documentary on Lokmanya Tilak’s life
- D. An award received by Lokmanya Tilak
Answer: A. His speech from the previous year’s programme in Pune