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 ?

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Q: 29 (IAS/1996)
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 ?

question_subject: 

Polity

question_exam: 

IAS

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Option 1, Boycott, is the correct answer. The term `boycott` originates from Charles C. Boycott, an Irish land agent who, in 1880, became subject to social ostracism organized by the Irish Land League. His tenants, instead of calling for violent protests, refused to have any interactions with him, a type of protest which ultimately led to his isolation.

Option 2, Gherao, is an Indian form of protest where the individuals involved would surround a politician or an institution until their demands are met. It does not originate from a person`s name.

Option 3, Bandh, is another Indian form of protest, where a general shutdown of services is called to put pressure on the government or an institution. It did not derive from a person`s name either.

Option 4, Hartal, is a form of protest often used in South Asian regions, involving the closure of shops and businesses as a statement of civil disobedience. This term is not derived from any person`s name.

Therefore, only `boycott` fits the criteria mentioned in the question.