Previous Year Question
Where was Mahatma Gandhi when a raid was made by Congress Volunteers on Dharsana Salt Depot?
In Yaravada Jail
In Sabarmati Jail
In Agha Khan Palace Poona
In Ahmadnagar Fort Jail
Correct Answer: A
Detailed Solution
After the Dandi March, Mahatma Gandhi planned a Satyagraha at the Dharasana Salt Works. However, before the movement could proceed, he was arrested at Karadi on 5 May 1930 and sent to Yaravada Jail, Poona.
After Gandhi's arrest, Abbas Tyabji took over the leadership of the Satyagraha. Following his arrest, the volunteers proceeded towards Dharasana under the leadership of Sarojini Naidu.
On 21 May 1930, a large-scale Satyagraha took place at the Dharasana Salt Works, during which Sarojini Naidu was also arrested. At that time, Gandhi was imprisoned in Yaravada Jail.