What did the term 'hartal' signify in the context of the Indian independence movement?

A festival of unity

A form of protest involving strikes

A parliamentary session

A celebration of independence

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B. A form of protest involving strikes

Hartal is a form of protest involving strikes and the closing of shops or workplaces to show dissent against government policies or decisions.

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