Quit India Movement Overview

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When was the Quit India Movement launched?

The Quit India Movement was launched on August 8, 1942.

Who was the key leader behind the Quit India Movement?

Mahatma Gandhi was the key leader behind the Quit India Movement.

What was the immediate reaction of the British to the Quit India Movement?

The British government arrested the movement's leaders and suppressed the protests violently.

What was the significance of the Quit India Movement?

It intensified Indian demands for independence and highlighted the need for freedom to the international community.

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