Of the four forms of political protests mentioned below, which one is derived from the name of the person who used it as a political weapon for the first time?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation
1. The question asks for the origin of a term used for political protest that is derived from a person's name.
2. Boycott: This term originated in Ireland in 1880. Captain Charles Boycott, an English land agent, was ostracized by the local community during the Irish Land War for refusing to lower rents. The act of organized isolation and refusal to deal with him came to be known as a 'boycott'.
3. Gherao: A Hindi word meaning 'to surround', used in India for protests where a person (like a manager or politician) is confined to their office.
4. Bandh: A Hindi word meaning 'closed', used for general strikes where economic activity is shut down.
5. Hartal: A term popularized by Mahatma Gandhi, originating from Gujarati words ('har' - everything, 'tal' - lock), signifying cessation of work or strike.
6. Only 'Boycott' is directly derived from the name of the person who was the target of this form of protest.
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