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Indian History (P-1)

Q1. Consider the following statements regarding Sanskrit Language.

1. It is the most ancient language of India. 2. It is listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. 3. The early Buddhist literature was penned in Sanskrit.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a. 1 only b. 1 and 2 only

c. 1 and 3 only d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: b Exp: The early Buddhist literature was panned in Pali language.

Q2. Consider the following statements with regard to Nehru Report:-

1. It was prepared by a committee of the All Parties Conference chaired by Motilal Nehru with his son Jawaharlal acting as its secretary.

2. All Muslim Parties Conference held under the presidentship of Agha Khan in Delhi unanimously rejected the Nehru Report.

3. It contained the Bill of Rights.

Which of the statements given above are correct? a. 1 and 2 only b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: d

Q3. Consider the following statements:-

1. The Communal Award was declared by the British Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald growing separate electorates in British India for the Muslims and

depressed classes of Hindu community only. 2. The demand of separate electorates for the untouchables was raised by

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.

3. Mahatma Gandhi began an indefinite hunger strike at Sabarmati Ashram to protest against the Communal Award.


c. 1 and 3 only d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: b Exp: The communal award was made by the British Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald on

16 Aug, 1932 granting separate electorates in British India for the forward caste, lower caste, Muslims, Buddhists, Sikhs, Indian Christians, Anglo-Indians, Europeans and untouchables.

Q4. In Buddhism what does “Pratimokha” stands for-

a. A description of Mahayana Buddhism. b. A description of Hinayana Buddhism. c. The rules of the Sangha.

d. The questions of King Menander.

Answer: c Exp: The Pratimokha is a list of rules governing the behavior of Buddhist monks and nuns

i.e. sangha. Prati means ‘towards’ and mokha means liberation from cyclic existence.

Q5. Which of the following statements is incorrect about Buddhism?

a. It was atheistic in the beginning. b. It upheld the belief in rebirth.

c. It denied the doctrine of the Law of Karma. d. Many of its principles are also found in Upanishads. Answer: c Exp: Buddhism endorsed the doctrine of the law of karma and upheld the belief in rebirth

Q6. The Home Rule Movement had been organized by Annie Besant, Bal Gangadhar Tilak

etc. for the demand of:- a. Independence

b. Self Government c. Partition of India d. Removal of criminal cases against Indian political leaders. Answer: b Exp: Two Home Rule Movements were launched in India in 1916. One under the leadership

of Bal Gangadhar Tilak and the other under Annie Besant but later the extent of both these movements declined after Besant accepted the proposed Montague-Chelmsford Reforms and the Tilak went to Britain to pursue the libel case that he had filed against Valentine Chirol.

Q7. Which of the following statements regarding Illtutmish is/are correct?

1. He divided his empire into Mansabs and assigned it to the nobles and officers in the form of salary.

2. In response to the lesser availability of silver, he introduced a new bimetallic coinage a system to northern India consisting of a Tanka and Jital.

Select the correct answer using the codes below:- a. 1 only b. 2 only

c. 1 and 2 only d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: b Exp: Illtutmish divided his empires into Iqtas. Iqtadari system was a unique type of land

distribution and administrative system.

Q8. Consider the following statements about the art of Sunga period:-

1. These sculptures consist of Yakshs and Yakshinis and Didarganj Yakshi have rare sculptural parallel in Indian Art.

2. This period also witnessed emergence of new form of architecture i.e. Stupa.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a. 1 only b. 2 only

c. Both 1 & 2 d. Neither 1 & 2 Answer: c Exp:

Q9. Consider the following statements regarding the first Buddhist Council:-

1. It was held in a hall built by Ajatshatru outside the Sattaparnaguha in Rajgir. 2. Mahakassapa compiled the Sutta Pitaka and Vinay Pitaka in this council.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only c. Both 1 and 2 d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: a Exp: Ananda and Upali composed the Sutta Pitaka and the Vinay Pitaka respectively.

Q10. Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Council Act, 1909-

1. It effectively allowed the election of Indians to the various legislative councils in India for the first time.

2. The Right to separate electorate was given to the Muslims. 3. The Act provided diarchy system for major provinces.


c. 1 and 3 only d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: a Exp: The Government of India Act 1919 provided a dual form of government (dyarchy) for

the major provinces.

Q11. Which among the following officers of Mauryan Empire was associated with commerce

department? a. Koshadhyaksha b. Sitadhyaksha

c. Panyadhyaksha d. Kunyadhyaksha Answer: c

Exp: (Officers) (Department/Post)

Koshadhyaksha Treasury Officer

Sitadhyaksha Manager of Royal

Farming

Kunyadhyaksha Office of Forest

Q12. The earliest tradition of Indian music may be traced to Sam-Veda and different ragas

are the very exclusive feature of the Indian Classical Music. Ragas were first named and discussed at great length in which of the following texts?

a. Matyashashtra

b. Brihaddesi

c. Sangeet Ratnakar

d. Raga Kavya. Answer: b

Exp: Ragas were first named and discussed at great length in Brihaddesi, a work of Matanga, compiled between eight and ninth century.

Q13. Consider the following statements regarding Surendra Nath Banerjee:-

1. Surendra Nath Banerjee was one of the founders of the Indian National Association. 2. Surendra Nath Banerjee merged Indian National Association with Indian Naitonal

Congress owing to their common objectives and memberships. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a. 1 only

b. 2 only c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: c

Exp: The Indian National Association was the first avowed nationalist organization founded in British India by Surendra Nath Banerjee and Ananda Mona Bose in 1876.

Q14. Consider the following statements about Indian Music:-

1. Carnatic music was highly influenced by Persian and Sufism traditions. 2. Classical genres of Carnatic music are dhrupad, dhamar, khyal, tarana and sadra. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only b. 2 only c. 1 and 2 only

d. Neither 1 nor 2. Answer: d Exp: In contrast to carnatic music, Hindustani music was not only influenced by ancient

Hindustani musical traditions, historical vedic philosophy and native Indian sounds but also enriched by the Persian performance practices of the Mughals. Dhrupad, Dhamar, Khyal, Tarana and Sadra are classical genres of Hindustani music.

Q 15. Which among the following were the reasons of Kheda Satyagraha? 1. The peasants were suffering from plague and drought.

2. The British Indian government introduced new higher land revenue rate. 3. High prices due to the World War I. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:-

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: c

Exp: Introduction of new higher land revenue rate was the cause of Bardoli Satyagraha and

it was not a reason for kheda satyagraha.

Q16. Consider the following statements regarding the Sufi Movement in India:- 1. It supported the people to protest the exploitative and cruel rulers of the Delhi

Sultanate.

2. It contributed to the growth of the social stability.

3. It contributed to the development of the vernacular literature and devotional music.


c. 1 and 3 only d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: b Exp: Sufi movements in India did not support the people to protest the exploitative and

cruel rulers of the Delhi sultanate.

Q17. Which of the following are associated with Mauryan era?

1. Stupas of Sanchi and Sarnath. 2. Rock-cut caves at Barabar. 3. Mathura School of Sculpture

4. Rock-cut temples in western Deccan. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:-

a. 1 and 2 only b. 2 and 3 only c. 1 and 3 only

d. 2 and 4 only Answer: a

Exp: Mathura School of sculpture flourished from the 2nd century BC to the 12th century AD. Rock-cut temples in western Deccan, were excavated into early years of the Christian era.


1. Early Rashtrakuta rulers were feudal under the Pallava Dynasty. 2. The Rashtrakuta King Amoghavarsha I wrote a book Kavirajamarga in Kannada

language.

3. The Rashtrakutas kept good relations with the Arabs of Sindh to encourage commerce and trade.


a. 1 only b. 2 and 3 only c. 1 and 2 only

d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: b Exp: The early Rashtrakuta rulers were feudal under the Badami Chalukyas.

Q19. Consider the following statements regarding the Asiatic Society:-

1. It was founded during the rule of Lord Cornwallis.

2. The main objective behind setting up the institute was to promote the study of

Indian languages and scriptures.

3. Rajendralal Mitra was the first Indian President of the society.


c. 1 and 3 only d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: b Exp: The Asiatic society was founded by Sir William Jones on 15 January, 1784 at the Fort

William in Calcutta, then capital of the British India, to enhance and further the cause of oriental research. The concurrent Governor-General of Bengal was Warren Hastings.


1. The Jain Monk Mahendra Suri composed the Yantra-raja, the first Sanskrit text on the astrolabe in the court of Muhammad bin Tughlaq.

2. Muhammad bin Tughlaq created a new department of Agriculture called Diwan-I-Kohi to bring more land under cultivation by giving direct help to peasants.


a. 1 only b. 2 only c. Both 1 & 2

d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: b Exp: Mahendra Dayashankar Gor Suri was the 14th century Jain astronomer who wrote the

Yantraraja, the first Indian treatise on the astrolabe. Mahendra Suri was patronized by Firoz Shah Tughlaq.

Q21. Consider the following statements about Ajanta and Ellora caves:- 1. In Ajanta caves, one can find paintings as well as sculptures while in Ellora caves

only sculptures are found. 2. Ajanta caves are Buddhist caves while Ellora caves are multi- religious caves. Which of the above statements is/are true?

a. 1 only b. 2 only c. Both 1 and 2

d. None of the above

Answer: c Exp: In Ellora, there are caves belonging to Hindu, Jain and Buddhist religious traditions.

In Ajanta, there are only Buddhist caves.

Q22. Consider the following statements:

1. According to Megasthenes, the Mauryan capital Pataliputra was administered by a 30 member committee.

2. The punch marked coins were the common units of transactions in the Mauryan

Period. Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect? a. 1 only

b. 2 only c. Both 1 and 2 d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: d

Exp: According to Megasthenese's "Indica", Pataliputra was administered by 6 committees consisting of 5 members each. Each committee had a specific function to perform. The respective committees and their function were as follows:

1. Crafts and industrial arts.

2. Care and comfort of foreigners.

3. Registration of births and deaths.

4. Regulation of trade and commerce including weights and measures.

5. Collection of taxes.

6. Supervision and sale of manufactured goods.

The first coins in India were minted around the 6th century BC by the Mahajanapadas of the Indo-Gangetic Plain. During the Mauryan period, punchmarked coins continued to be issued in large quantities.

Q23. With reference to the art and culture of ancient India, which of the following statements is/are true about Amravati style of sculpture?

1. More importance was given to corporal aestheticism. 2. Idols were made of bright marble primarily. 3. Pallava dynasty patronized this style of sculpture.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below: a. 1 only

b. 1 and 2 only c. 2 and 3 only d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: b Exp: Amravati style of sculpture flourished in the Andhra region of southeastern India from

about the 2nd century BC to the end of the 3rd century AD, during the rule of the Satavahana dynasty.

Q24. Which among the following statements is not correct in regard to the Quit India

Movement? a. It was a non-violent movement.

b. In some places, such as Ballia, Tamluk and Satara, revolutionaries set up parallel governments.

c. It was strongly opposed by the Communist Party of India.

d. It was strongly supported in the princely states. Answer: d Exp: The Quit India Movement has less support in the princely states, as the princes were

strongly opposed and funded the opposition.

Q25. With reference to Ancient India, which of the following was/were uncommon to both Buddhist and Jain philosophy?

1. Rebirth Theory

2. Denial of varna vyavastha 3. Moksha as ultimate goal of life 4. Soul Theory

Select the correct answer using the codes given below: a. 4 only b. 2 and 4 only

c. 1 and 4 only d. 3 and 4 only Answer: a Exp: According to Buddhism there is no reason to believe that there is an eternal soul that

comes from heaven or that is created by itself and that will transmigrate or proceed straightaway either to heaven or hell after death. Whereas according to Jainism human moral actions from the basis of the transmigration of the soul. The soul is constrained to a cycle of rebirth, trapped within the temporal world, until it finally achieves liberation. Liberation is achieved by following a path of purification.

Q26. Consider the following statements in regard to the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association:-

1. It was inspired by the Russian Revolution and socialist ideology. 2. It spoke of a revolution involving a struggle by the masses to establish "the

dictatorship of the proletariat". 3. It's manifesto titled as the "philosophy of the Bomb" was written by Bhagawathi

Charan Vohra.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a. 1 and 2 only b. 2 only

c. 2 and 3 only d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: d Exp: Hindustan Socialist Republican Association was a revolutionary organisation, also

known as Hindustan Socialist Republican Army, established in 1928 at Feroz Shah Kotla Delhi by Chandrasekhar Azad, Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev and others.

Q27. The demon “Apsmara” lying under the foot of the dancing Nataraja Symbolizes:-

a. Ignorance b. Darkness c. Evil

d. Sorrows Answer: a Exp: The dance of Shiv symbolizes the cosmic cycle of creation and destruction along with

the daily rhythm of birth and death, which is the basis of all existences. The dwarf lying under Shiva’s foot is the demon “Apasmara”, which symbolizes Shiva’s victory over “ignorance”.

Q28. Which of the following statements regarding the "doctrine of lapse", introduced in India during British Rule, is/are correct:–

1. It was introduced for the first time by Lord Dalhousie. 2. Under the Doctrine, any princely state or territory under the direct influence of the

British East India Company would automatically be annexed if the ruler died

without a direct heir. 3. Under the Doctrine, any princely state or territory would also automatically be

annexed if the ruler was manifestly incompetent.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:- a. 1 and 2 only b. 2 only

c. 2 and 3 only

d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: c Exp: The “doctrine of lapse” had been articulated in 1834 by the Court of Directors of the

East India Company and through it they annexed Mandavi in 1839, Kolaba and Jalaun in 1840 and surat in 1842. Lord Dalhousie applied it vigorously for annexing Indian princely states.

Q29. Consider the following statements regarding the Alvar poet-saints:-

1. They were considered devotees of Lord Vishnu. 2. Their songs of love and devotion are compiled in a book known as Nalayira Divya

Prabandham. 3. They were all Brahmin.


a. 1 only b. 1 and 2 only

c. 2 and 3 only d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: b Exp: The Alvar poet-saints had different origins and belonged to different castes. As per

tradition, the first three Alvars, Poigai, Bhutha and Pei were born miraculously. Thirumazhisai was the son of a sage, Thondaradi, Mathurakavi, Peria and Andal were from brahmin community, Kulasekhara from kshatria community, Namm was from a cultivator family, Tirupana from panar community and Tirumangai from Kazhwar community.

Q30. Consider the following statements regarding achievements in mathematics during the Gupta dynasty:-

1. The most important achievement during this time was the discovery of the decimal system of notation.

2. The book Aryabhattiyam deals with Arithmetic, Geometry and Algebra.

3. Trigonometry was not known during this period. Which of the statements given above are correct? a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only c. 1 and 3 only d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: a Exp: During the Gupta Empire the most important achievement in mathematics was the

discovery of the decimal system of notation. The book Aryabhattiyam, written in 499 AD by Aryabhatta deals with arithmetic, geometry and algebra. Trigonometry was also cultivated during this time. During this time India took the lead over the Greeks in Mathematics.

Q31. Which of the following is not a criteria laid down by the Government of India to classify

a language as a "classical language"? a. High antiquity of its early texts or recorded history over a period of 1500-2000

years. b. A body of ancient literature which is considered a valuable heritage by generations

of speakers.

c. The classical language and literature must be distinct from the modern form of that language.

d. There should not be a discontinuity between the classical language and its later

forms. Answer: d

Exp: In 2006, Ministry of Tourism & Culture laid down the following criteria to determine

the eligibility of languages to be considered for classification as a “classical language”.

High antiquity of its early texts/recorded history over a period of 1500-2000 years. A body of ancient literature/texts, which is considered a valuable heritage by generations of speakers. The literary tradition be original and not borrowed from another speech community. The classical languages and literature being distinct from modern, there may also be a discontinuity between the classical language and its later forms or its offshoots.

Q32. Who among the following participated in the Sanyasi rebellion (1763-1800) against the British rule?

1. Displaced peasants

2. Demobilized soldiers

3. Bankrupt traders

4. Dispossessed zamindars

5. Religious monks

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:-

a. 1, 2 and 3 only

b. 2, 3, 4 and 5 only

c. 1, 3, 4 and 5 only

d. 1, 2, 4 and 5 only Answer: d

Exp: Anand Math, the famous novel of Bankim Chandra Chatterjee is based on the sanyasi

rebellion. The sanyasi rebellion was the first civil rebellion against the British Rule in

India. Bankrupt traders were not the part of this rebellion.

Q33. Which of the following was/were introduced during the Non-Cooperation Movement?

1. Organization of a working committee of fifteen members to look after the day-to-day affairs of the Indian National Congress.

2. Organization of Provincial Congress Committees on regional basis.

3. Use of Hindi by the Congress as far as possible. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:- a. 1 only

b. 1 and 2 only c. 1 and 3 only

d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: c Exp: Provincial Congress Committees were organized on a linguistic basis, so that they

could keep in touch with the people by using the local language.

Q34. The main weakness of the temple entry movement and the Gandhian or nationalist approach in fighting caste oppression, during the National Movement of India, was

that- a. They could not get the help of the British Rule. b. They lacked a strategy for ending the caste system itself.

c. They could not get the support of Indian masses. d. They could not get the support of leaders of various castes in their struggle. Answer: b Exp:

Q35. Which of the following are not limbs of Ashtanga Yoga?

1. Dharana 2. Dhyana

3. Jnana 4. Bhakti Select the correct answer using the codes given below:-

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 3 and 4 only d. 1 and 4 only Answer: c Exp: The eight limbs of Ashtanga Yoga of Patanjali yoga are: Yama, Niyama, Asana,

Prahayama, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyana and Samadhi.

Q36. Consider the following conditions included in the fourteen points demand of

Jinnah:- 1. The form of the future constitutions of India should be federal. 2. The residuary powers should be vested in the provinces.

3. Separate electorates, for different communities, should never be abolished.

Which of the conditions given above is/are correct? a. 1 only

b. 1 and 2 only c. 2 and 3 only d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: b Exp: Jinna proposed thatrepresentation of communal groups should continue to be by

means of separate electorate as it was prevalent but he provided that it should be open to any community at any time to abandon its separate electorate in favor of a joint electorate.

Q37. Which of the following steps were taken by the Congress Ministries during 1937-39?

1. Passing of laws that enabled untouchables to enter temples. 2. Introduction of basic education with an emphasis on manual and productive work.

3. Providing subsidies to khadi, spinning and village industries. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:- a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only c. 1 and 3 only d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: d Exp:

Q38. Who among the following supported the prisoners of the Indian National Army? 1. The Muslim League

2. The Justice Party 3. The Hindu Mahasabha 4. The Communist Party of India

5. The Sikh league Select the correct answer using the codes given below: a. 1, 2 and 3 only

b. 1, 3 and 5 only c. 2, 3, 4 and 5 only d. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Answer: d Exp: Almost all the sections of Indian people and all political and communal parties of

India, including the Muslim League, the Justice Party, the Hindu Mahasabha, the Communist Party of India, the Sikh League, the Rashtriya Swayam Sevak Sangh and the Indian National Congress, supported the prisoners of the Indian National Army.

Q39. Which of the following temples depict Nagara Style of temple architecture?

1. Sun temples at Konark and Modhera 2. Dashavatara Temple at Deogarh

3. Durga temple at Aihole 4. Kailashnath Temple at Ellora



d. 1, 2, 3 and 4 Answer: a Exp: Durga Temple and Kailashnath Temple are example of vesara and cave temple

architecture respectively.

Q40. Consider the following: 1. Introduction of local self Government

2. Abolition of Sati System 3. Suppression of Thug 4. Prohibition against female infanticide

Which of the events given above are associated with Lord William Bentinck? a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only c. 2, 3 and 4 only d. 1, 2, 3 and 4 Answer: c Exp: Local Self Government System was introduce in India by Lord Ripon.

Q41. Statues in Harappan Civilization were made of using which of the following

materials? 1. Stone

2. Bronze 3. Terracotta 4. Copper

Select the correct answer using the codes given below- a. 1 and 3 only

b. 2 and 4 only c. 1, 2 and 3 only d. 1, 2, 3 and 4 Answer: c Exp: Copper status have not been found in Harappan civilization.

Q42. The importance of ‘urs’ of a sufi saint is mainly due to the belief that:-

a. After the death, saint is united with god and thus he becomes closer to him than when he was alive.

b. A pilgrimage to a saint’s tomb on this day fulfils all the wishes of a devotee. c. Evoking memories of a saint on this day uplifts the spiritual level of a devotee. d. On this day the soul of the saint descends to the earth and thus, comes closer to his

devotees. Answer: a Exp: When a sufi saint died, his tomb-shrine became the centre of devotion for his

followers. This encouraged the practice of pilgrimage or ziyarat to his grave, particularly on his death anniversary or urs. This was because people believed that in death saints were united with god, and were thus closer to Him than when they were alive. People sought their blessings to attain material and spiritual benefits.

Q43. “Natya Shastra”, an ancient Indian treatise on the performing arts, contains commentaries on which of the following performing arts?

1. Theatre 2. Puppetry 3. Music

4. Dance Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

a. 1, 3 and 4 only

b. 1, 2 and 3 only c. 2, 3 and 4 only d. 1, 2, 3 and 4 Answer: a

Q44. In the context of the Medieval India, “Taccavi” refers to:-

a. Silver coins issued by the provincial chiefs.

b. Tax on agricultural land. c. Loan given for assistance in agriculture.

d. A kind of judicial procedure code. Answer: c

Q45. Consider the following statements regarding princely states during British rule in

India:- 1. The burden of the land tax was usually lower in princely states than in British

India. 2. The princely rulers had unrestrained power over the state revenues for their

personal use.

3. Before the Quit India Movement Congress prohibited its members from princely states to initiate political activities in the states in the name of Congress.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a. 1 only b. 1 and 2 only

c. 2 and 3 only d. 1 and 3 only Answer: c Exp: The burden of the land tax was usually heavier in princely states than that in British

India.

Q46. Which of the following schools of Indian philosophy is/are atheistic?

1. Nyaya 2. Mimansa 3. Sankhya

4. Yoga 5. Vaishesika Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:-

a. 1 and 3 only b. 1, 3 and 4 only

c. 2, and 3 only d. 5 only Answer: c Exp: Nyaya, Vaishisika and yoga are theistic schools of Indian philosophy but Sankhya and

Mimansa are atheistic schools of Indian philosophy.


1. Anandi Gopal Joshi was the first Indian woman to obtain a degree in western medicine.

2. Kadambini Ganguly earned a medical degree after Anandi Gopal Joshi in the same

year. 3. Kadambini Ganguly was one of the six female delegates to the fifth session of the

Indian National Congress.


c. 1 and 3 only

d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: d Exp: Anandi Gopal Joshi was the first Hindu woman to obtain the degree of western

Medicine and is also believed to be the first Hindu woman to set foot on American soil. The princely state of Kolhapur appointed her as the physician-in-charge of the female ward of the local Albert Edward Hospital after her return from America.

Q48. Consider the following statements regarding Gurdwara reform movement during

independence movement:- 1. The Movement arose with the objective of freeing the Gurdwaras from the control of

corrupt Hindu Mahants. 2. Akali Dal and Shiromani Gurdwara Prabhandak Committee (SGPC) accepted

complete non-violence as their belief.

3. Mahatma Gandhi called the deliverance of keys of Golden Temple’s Toshakhana to SGPC by the British Government as the first battle won for India's freedom.

Which of the statements given above are correct?


d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: c Exp: The movement arose with the objectives of freeing the Gurdwaras from the control of

corrupt Udasi Sikh mahants (not the Hindu mahants).

Q49. Consider the following statements regarding the Indian working class movement during the Independence struggle:-

1. Working class did not participate in the Quit India Movement owing to opposition by the communists.

2. Dewan Chaman Lal became the first general secretary of All India Trade Union

Congress in 1920. 3. Most of the nationalist newspapers actively opposed the Factories Act of 1881 and

1891. Which of the statements given above is/are not correct? a. 1 only

b. 1 and 2 only c. 1 and 3 only d. 2 and 3 only Answer: a Exp: Working class did participate in the Quit India Movement even after opposition by the

communists. Even in pockets of communist influence, workers actively joined the call of Quit India despite the party order.

Q50. A Hindu temple has the following features:-

1. It was built in Dravidian style of temple architecture. 2. It was built on the seashore.

3. It is a UNESCO word heritage site. Which of the following temples meet this description? a. Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple

b. Mahabalipuram Temple c. Rameshwaram Temple d. Brihadeshvara Temple Answer: b Exp:

Q51. Which of the following are not correctly matched? Sufi Saints Location

of dargah

1. Khwaja Qutbuddin Agra

Bakhtiyar Kaki 2. Shaikh Fariduddin Ajodhan Ganje-e-Shakar

3. Shaikh Muinuddin Ajmer Chisti Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

a. 1 only b. 1 and 2 only c. 2 only

d. 3 only Answer: a Exp: Dargah of Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki is situated at Delhi.

Q52. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Indian Independence

Act, 1947? 1. It was based on the Cabinet Mission Plan. 2. The responsibilities of the British Crown would lapse on 15th August 1947.

3. Office of the Secretary of the State for India was abolished. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:- a. 1 only

b. 1 and 2 only c. 2 and 3 only d. 3 only Answer: c Exp: The Indian Independence Act, 1947 was based on the Mountbatten Plan.

Q53. Which of the following statements were not said by Bal Gangadhar Tilak during the Home Rule Movement of India?

1. “If a God were to tolerate untouchability, I would not recognize him as God at all.” 2. "He who does what is beneficial to the people of this country, be a Muhammedan or

an Englishman, is not alien"?

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:- a. 1 only b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2 d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: d

Q54. Jawaharlal Nehru headed various committees of the Constituent Assembly of India.

He was not head of which among the following committees? 1. The Union Constitution Committee.

2. The Union Powers Committee. 3. The Committee on fundamental rights and minorities. 4. The Provincial Constitution Committee.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:- a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only c. 1, 3 and 4 only d. 3 and 4 only Answer: d

Exp: Different committees of the Constituent Assembly of India were headed as under:

1. Committee for negotiating with states (Dr. Rajendra Prasad).

2. Union Constitution committee (Jawaharlal Nehru).

3. Provincial Constitution Committee (Sardar Patel).

4. Special committee to examine the Draft constitution (Alladi Krishnaswamy Iyer).

5. Steering Committee (Dr. K.M. Munshi).

6. Union Powers Committee (Jawahar Lal Nehru)

7. Committee on fundamental rights and minorities (Sardar Patel).

8. Rules of procedure committee (Dr. Rajendra Prasad).

Q55. Which of the following proposals were not offered in the August offer during India’s Independence Struggle?

1. Setting up of a constituent assembly after the war where the Indians only would decide the constitution according to their social, economic and political conceptions.

2. With the exception of the governor-general and the commander-in-chief, all

members of the executive council were to be Indians. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:- a. 1 only

b. 2 only c. Both 1 and 2 d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: c Exp: Setting up of a constituent assembly after the war where mainly Indians would decide

the constitution according to their social, economic and political conceptions. This was proposed in the August Offer. With the exception of the governor-general and the commander-in-chief, all members of the executive council were to be Indians was the proposal in the Wavell plan in 1945.

Q56. Consider the following statements about the ancient Indian literary work

"Meghdootam":- 1. It is a famous Sanskrit drama by Kalidasa.

2. It describes the journey of a cloud that carries a message from Shakuntala to Dushyant.

Which of the statement given above is/are true?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: d

Exp: It is not a drama but a poem. It recounts how a yaksha, a subject of king kubera (the

god of wealth), after being exiled for a year to Central India for neglecting his duties,

convinces a passing cloud to take a message to his wife on Mount Kailasa in the

Himalaya mountains. Dushyant and Shakuntala appear in “Abhijnana Shakuntalam”.

Q57. Which of the following statements is/are correct about Tebhaga Movement?

1. The storm center of the movement was eastern Uttar Pradesh. 2. There was mass struggle to implement the Flood Commission’s recommendations of

Tebhaga i.e. two thirds share to share croppers instead of one-half share. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:-


d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: b Exp: The storm centre of the movement was North Bengal.

Q58. Which of the following statements is/are correct about Woods despatch (1854)? 1. It asked the British Indian Government to assume responsibility for the education of

the masses. 2. It recommended English as the medium of instruction for higher studies as well as

elementary education.

3. It failed to address female and vocational education.

4. It recommended a system of grants-in-aid to encourage private enterprise. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:- a. 1 and 4 only

b. 1, 2 and 4 only c. 1 and 3 only d. 2, 3 and 4 only Answer: a Exp: It recommended English as the medium of instruction for higher studies and

vernacular languages for elementary education. It laid stress on female and vocational education.

Q59. How did Bhagat Singh and his comrades redefine the scope and definition of the

Revolution? 1. Revolution was no longer equated with mere militancy or violence.

2. It meant that the present order of things, which was based on manifest injustice, must change.

3. It must go beyond the overthrow of imperialism and work for a new socialist order.

4. It kept quiet about the religious sentiments of the people. Which of the statements given above are correct?

a. 1, 2 and 3 only b. 1, 2 and 4 only c. 2, 3 and 4 only

d. 1, 2, 3 and 4 Answer: a Exp: It stressed on freeing people from the mental bondage of religion and superstition.

Q60. Which of the following are salient features of Mughal Paintings? 1. Secular

2. Aristocratic 3. Folk traditions 4. Materialistic

Choose the correct answer using the codes given below:- a. 2 and 3 only

b. 1, 2 and 4 only c. 2, 3 and 4 only d. 3 and 4 only Answer: b Exp: Mughal painting was essentially a court art, it developed under the patronage of the

ruling Mughal emperors. The subjects treated were generally secular, consisting of illustrations to historical works and Persian and Indian literature portraits of the emperor and his court, studies of natural life and genre scenes. The school had its beginnings during the reign of emperor Humayun, who invited two Persian artists, Mr. Sayyid Ali and Khwaja Abd-al-Samad to join him in India. Mughal paintings were isolated from folk traditions.


1. The first non-Indian to be the President of Indian National Congress was A.O. Hume.

2. Besides Annie Besant and Sarojini Naidu, Nellie Sengupta was the only lady to

become the President of Indian National Congress before 1947. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a. 1 only

b. 2 only c. Both 1 and 2 d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: b

Exp: The first non-Indian to be the President of Indian National Congress was George Yale (1888) at Allahabad session.

Q62. Which of the following pairs are correctly matched?

(Sessions of Indian (Resolution Passed) National Congress) 1. 1908 A constitution for congress.

2. 1931 A resolution on fundamental rights and economic policy.

3. 1945 Resolution on landlordism.


a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only

d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: d

Exp:


1. NM Lokhande established Bombay Mill Hands Association and Indian Trade Union Federation in 1931.

2. Indian Trade Union Federation was later dissolved in 1940.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a. 1 only b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2 d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: b Exp: Indian Trade Union Federation was founded by NM Joshi in 1931 but was dissolved in

1940.

Q64. Consider the following statements regarding Patanjali Yoga Philosophy:-

1. It says that the ultimate aim of Human beings is to lead healthy and balanced life based on yogic practices.

2. It says that this world is created by illusory powers of God and through yoga a soul should liberate itself form this illusion.

Which of the statements given above are not correct?


d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: d Exp: According to Yoga philosophy, the ultimate aim of human life is to attain liberation

from cycles of birth and death. This state is called, “Kaivalya” in Patanjali Yoga system. Yoga philosophy does not believe this world to be created by illusory powers of God.

Q65. Consider the following statements regarding Bijolia Movement:- 1. It was started in Mewar against the excessive land revenue exactions, where the

peasants refused to do begar and held back the taxes. 2. Initial leadership to the movement was provided by Sitaram Das, later Bhoop Singh

and Manikal Verma prominently further carried the movement.

3. One of the objectives of the movement was to save the lower castes from the Brahmins hypocritical attitude.


c. 1 and 3 only

d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: a Exp: In 1916, the leaders of the movement led a no tax movement against the Udaipur

Maharaja. To save the lower castes from the Brahmins hypocritical attitude was not the aim of the movement.

Q66. Consider the following statements:- 1. Ashoka appoints new class of office Known as Dhamayuktas and Dharma

Mahamatras for the Moral and spirituals uplift of the subjects. 2. the decline of Murya dynasty was the inevitable result of Ashoka's emphas is on

non-violence.

Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect? a. 1 only b. 2 only

c. 1 and 2 both d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: b Exp: Dharmayuktas and Dharma-Mahamatras were appointed by king Ashoka to work

among all religions for the establishment and promotion of Dhamma and for the welfare and happiness of all who are devoted to Dhamma. Modern historians conclude that Ashoka's emphasis on non-violence was not a reason for the decline of the Maurya Dynasty as he did not dissolve his army. He did not prohibited violence against animals but tried to control it. Furthermore he did not prohibit sentence of death or imprisonment against criminals.

Q67. In the struggle between the Britishers and the French to establish supremacy over India, which of the following were the possible causes for British victory?

1. Naval superiority of British as compared to their counterparts. 2. Greater autonomy given to deal with “Indian Matters” to the British officers from

their home government.

3. Strategic locations inclined towards British. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:- a. 1 and 2 only


d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: d Exp:

Q68. Which of the following dances are recognized as classical dances of India by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism?

1. Sattriya 2. Manipuri 3. Kathak 4. Chhau Select the correct answer using the codes given below:-

a. 1 and 2 only b. 2, 3 and 4 only

c. 1, 2 and 3 only d. 1, 2, 3 and 4 Answer: c

Exp: Following dances are recognized as classical dances of India:

Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Kathakali, Kuchipudi, Manipuri, Mohinattyam, Odissi and Sattriya. Chhau dance is a tribal martial dance which is popular in the Indian states of Odisha, Jharkhand and West Bengal.

Q69. “Old Guarantee System”, during the British Rule in India, refers to:-

a. Assurance given by the British government to retain old cultural systems while

introducing western education. b. Reforms in judicial system with due consideration to traditional legal systems. c. Privileges offered to private companies to build railways network in India.

d. Guarantee offered to British merchants to set-up banks in India. Answer: c

Exp: The private investors hesitated to invest in India and thus the British Government

under its “old Guarantee System” decided to provide free land and guaranteed rates of

return (5%) to the private English companies willing to work on building railways.

Q70. Which of the following statements regarding “Jamdani” are correct? 1. The traditional art of weaving Jamdani has been declared by UNESCO as a

masterpiece of the “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.” 2. Jamdani is a vividly patterned, sheer cotton fabric, traditionally woven on a

handloom by crafts people around Dhaka.

3. A striking feature of Jamdani muslims is the patterns of Persian derivation. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:- a. 1 and 2 only


d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: d Exp:

Q71. Consider the following statements with regard to “Vernacular Press Act, 1878”:- 1. It empowered District Magistrates to get bonds signed by publishers not to print

anything against the British government. 2. The Magistrate’s action could be challenged in a court of law. 3. The District Magistrate was empowered to siege the property of publisher.

4. English newspapers published by Indians were also covered under this act. Which of the following statements given above are correct? a. 1 and 2 only

b. 1 and 3 only c. 1, 3 and 4 only

d. 1 and 4 only Answer: b Exp: The magistrate’s action was final and no appeal could be made in a court of law. The

act was not applicable on English newspapers published by Indians.

Q72. Consider the following statements regarding V.D. Savarkar:- 1. He laid the foundation of Abhinav Bharat.

2. He formed the Hindu Dharma Sang Rakhshini Sabha. 3. He wrote the “Indian war of Independence” and celebrated golden jubilee of revolt of

1857 pronouncing it as the First war of Independence.

4. "Peak-Weak" and "Scotts Papers" were other names for his book "Indian war of Independence".


a. 1 and 2 only b. 1 and 3 only c. 1, 3 and 4 only

d. 2 and 4 only Answer: c Exp: The Hindu Dharm Sangrakshini Sabha was formed by Chapekar brothers. The British

Government banned the book “The Indian War of Independence” but the same book was circulated under different names like Peak-Weak, Scott’s paper etc.

Q73. “Rajatarangini” is a famous book written by poet Kalhana. Its subject matter is:-

a. Historical account of kings of Kashmir.

b. Historical account of the Aryan Kings. c. Geographical catalogue of holy rivers of the Hindus. d. Geographical accounts of kingdoms of the Aryans. Answer: a Exp: Rajatarangi is an account of north-western Indian subcontinent, particularly the kings

of Kashmir, written in Sanskrit by Kashmiri Brahman Kalhana in 12th century CE.

Q74. The constitution of the “White Men Commission” proved to be an important step in

the enactment of “Government of India Act, 1935. Which of the following statements is not correct regarding the Commission?

a. It recommended for abolishing Dyarchy system in the provinces. b. It recommended for establishment of dominion status. c. It recommended strengthening of federal set-up by enhancing powers of Governor-

General at center and Governors at provinces. d. It recommended for expansion of electorates on communal basis. Answer: b Exp: The Simon Commission was also called “white men commission” and as it did not

constitute even a single Indian. It was headed by Sir John Simon and was formed to review the Government of India Act, 1919. The main point of criticism was of its non-Indian nature and no mention of dominion status in its final report.

Q75. What was the major reason for expansion of the Bhakti-religion in ancient India?

a. Frequent invasions of foreigners. b. Existence of feudalism for a long time. c. Illiteracy of the people on a large scale.

d. Emergence of large number of sects. Answer: b Exp: Since elements of feudalism persisted in the country for a very long time, Bhakti came

to be deeply embedded in the Indian ethos.

Q76. Consider the following statements regarding Rig Vedic period in India:-

1. Profession-based social division was introduced. 2. Unequal distribution of the assets occupied during the wars, among the winner

tribes caused social inequality.

3. Wage-earners were engaged in the agriculture on a large scale. Which of the statements given above are correct?

a. 1 and 2 only


d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: a

Exp: There is no evidence about wage-earners, specially engaged in agriculture, during the

Rig Vedic period.

Q77. Vatsyayana has described six limbs of painting. Which of the following is/are not a limb of painting?

1. Appearance 2 Similitude 3. Emotions 4. Seasons

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:- a. 1 and 3 only b. 2 and 4 only

c. 3 and 4 only d. 4 only Answer: d

Exp: The six limbs of Indian paintings are:

1. Rupabheda : The knowledge of appearances.

2. Pramanam : Correct perception,

measures and

structure.

3. Bhava : Action of feelings

on forms.

4. Lavanya- : Infusion of grace,

Yojanam artistic

representation.

5. Sadrisyam : Similitude.

6. Varnikabhanga : Artistic manner of using the brush and colors.


1. Jawaharlal Nehru did not agreed to the basic Gandhian strategy of struggle-truce-struggle.

2. According to Jawaharlal Nehru, both the withdrawal of Civil Disobedience Movement and entry in the legislative councils represented as a “spiritual defeat” and a surrender of ideals of the national movement.

3. Mahatma Gandhi agreed for the entry in the legislative councils and he believed that councils work would also help in attaining swaraj.



d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: a Exp: Though Mahatma Gandhi agreed for entry in the legislative councils yet he believed

that Swaraj would never come by the councils work.

Q79. Consider the following statements regarding individual satyagraha movements:-

1. “Dilli Chalo” slogan was given during this movement.

2. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad was the second individual satyagrahi.

3. The demand of a satyagrahi would be for the freedom of speech to preach against Indian participation in the second world war.

Which of the statements given above is are correct?

a. 1 only b. 2 and 3 only

c. 1 and 3 only d. 3 only Answer: c Exp: Vonoba Bhave was the first and Jawaharlal Nehru was the second individual

Satyagrahi.

Q80. The prominent instruments in the vedic music were:-

1. Veena 2. Dundubhi 3. Ghanta 4. Conch Shells Select the correct answer using the codes given below:-


d. 4 only Answer: a Exp: The prominent instruments in the Vedic music were the veena, tunav, dundubhi,

bhoomi-dundubhi and tala.

Q81. Consider the following statements with reference to the author of a book by name “The kingdom of God is within you”.

1. It is said to have made Gandhi ji a firm believer in Ahimsa.

2. Both, the author of the book as well as Gandhi, believed non-violence could cure all social maladies and eradicate political ills.

The author of the book is-

a. John Ruskin b. Raychandbhai c. Gopal Krishna Gokhale

d. Leo Tolstoy Answer: d

Exp: Gandhi was greatly influenced by Leo Tolstoy, through his book "The Kingdom of God is within you" and his essay on “Christianity and Patriotism”. Tolstoy’s ideal of “Simplicity of life and purity of purpose” influenced Gandhi deeply. In summary, it was to Tolstoy's "The kingdom of God is within you" which made Gandhi

speak of his "inner voice" and live a life of "Simplicity".

Q82. Consider the following list of statements:- 1. The “Nightingale of India” was born here.

2. Gandhiji’s decision to adopt and his first public appearance in the attire of a dhoti and shawl was here.

3. Some of the earliest works in Tamil were supposed to have been composed and

compiled in assemblies that were held in this city. 4. Kannagi in the famous Tamil epic Silappadikaram, destroys this entire city. The above statements refer to which city from among the following?

a. Kanchipuram b. Kaveripattinam c. Madurai

d. Karur Answer: c

Exp: Statement 3 or 4 should have made this question easy: • A famous Tamil Epic, the Sillappadikaram, was composed by a poet name Ilango,

around 1800 years ago. It is the story of a merchant named Kovalan, who lived in Puhar and fell in love with a courtesan named Madhavi neglecting his wife Kannagi.

• Some of the earliest works in Tamil, known as sangam literature were composed around 2300 years ago.

• A Hundred years ago i.e. on September 16, 1916, “M.S. Subbulakshmi, the “Nightingale

of India" was born at Madurai in Tamilnadu.


1. Akbar visited it fourteen times.

2. Muhammad bin Tughlaq (14th century) was the first sultan to visit it.

3. It was located on the trade route linking Delhi and Gujarat.

The statements above refer to the Dargah of which of the following sufi saints, who was

also known as “Gharib Nawaz”?

a. Shaikh Nizamuddin Auliya

b. Khwaja Muinuddin Chishti

c. Shaikh Nasiruddin Chiragh-e-Delhi

d. Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki Answer: b

Exp: Above statements is refer to “Khwaja Muinuddin Chishti, the first of the Chisti Saints in India, said that human beings must have the affection of the sun, the generosity of the river and the hospitality of the earth.

Q84. The Constituent Assembly was constituted in November 1946 under the scheme

formulated by the Cabinet Mission Plan. What was/were the salient features of the

Assembly?

1. The Assembly had representation from both British India and princely states.

2. The system of proportional representation was adopted.

3. There was no communal representation in the assembly.

4. The Assembly included important ministers of the British cabinet as ex-officio

members.

Select the correct answer using the codes below:-

a. 1 and 2 only

b. 1 and 3 only

c. 2 and 4 only

d. 1, 2 and 4 only Answer: a

Exp: The representatives of princely states were to be nominated by the heads of the

princely states. It is thus clear that the constituent assembly was to be a partly elected

and partly nominated body. Moreover, the members were to be indirectly elected by the

members of the provincial assemblies, who themselves were elected on a limited

franchise.

Q85. Consider the following about the early Rig Vedic Society:-

1. It was patriarchal in nature.

2. Child marriage was highly prevalent.

3. The practice of sati was absent.

4. Polygamy was prohibited due to religious reasons.


a. 1 and 3 only

b. 2 and 4 only

c. 1, 3 and 4 only

d. 1, 2 and 3 only Answer: a

Exp: There was no child marriage and the practice of sati was absent. However, the society

was patriarchal. So, 1 and 3 are correct and 2 is incorrect.

Q86. The historic “Objectives Resolution” was passed in:-

a. Lahore session of the Indian National Congress.

b. Constituent Assembly in 1946.

c. All Parties Conference called after the Cabinet Mission Plan.

d. A meeting which declared the Mountbatten Plan. Answer: b

Exp: In December 1946, Jawaharlal Nehru moved the historic “objectives resolution” in the assembly. It laid down the fundamentals and philosophy of the constitutional structure, it read.

This resolution was unanimously adopted by assembly on Jan 22, 1947. It influenced the eventual shaping of the constitution through all its subsequent stages. Its modified version forms the preamble of the present constitution.

Q87. Lothal was a vital and thriving trade centre in ancient times. It formed a trade link

between-

1. Harappan cities in Sindh and the Peninsula of Saurashtra.

2. Mesopotamia and Indus Valley Civilization.

Which of the above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. None Answer: c

Exp: Lothal was a major trade centre, importing a huge raw materials like copper, chert and semi-precious stones from Mohenjo-daro and Harappa and mass distributing to inner villages and towns.

Lothal remained an emporium of trade between the Harappan civilization and the

remaining part of India as well as Mesopotamia.

Q88. Which of these enactments by the British Parliament provided the British Government

ultimate control over Company’s affairs and its administration in India?

a. Indian Councils Act 1861

b. Charter Act of 1853

c. Pitt’s India Act of 1784

d. All the above are incorrect as they were legislated by the Central Legislative

Assembly and not the British Parliament. Answer: c

Exp: In a bid of rectify the defects of the Regulating Act of 1773, the British Parliament passed the Amending Act of 1781, also known as the Act of Settlement. The next important functions of the company are:

1. It distinguished between the commercial and political functions of the company.

2. It allowed to the court of directors to manage the commercial affairs but created a new body called board of control to manage the political affairs. This, it establish a system of double government.

3. It empowered the Board of Control to supervise and direct all operations of the civil and

military government or revenues of the British possessions in India.

Q89. Which of the these acts, for the first time, provided for the association of Indians

with the executive councils of the Viceroy and introduced the system of communal

representation?

a. Act of 1909

b. Act of 1919

c. Government of India Act, 1935

d. Councils Act, 1891 Answer: a

Exp:

Q90. India ceased to be a British dominion on-

a. The passage of the Indian Independence Act, 1947

b. August 15, 1947

c. January 26, 1950

d. Day of swearing in of Independent India’s first Governor General. Answer: c

Exp: Till the passage of the Indian Independent Act, 1947, India was a colony of the British Empire. From August 15, 1947 to 26 Jan 1950 India's political status was that of dominion in the British Commonwealth of the nations.

India ceased to the British dominion on January 26, 1950 by declaring herself a sovereign

republic.

Q91. Which of these metals were not known to the Rig Vedic people?

a. Gold

b. Iron

c. Silver

d. Aluminium Answer: d

Q92. Some of the major features of the chalcolithic period is/are that–

1. People started using copper and bronze metals.

2. A new technology for smelting metal ore was developed.

3. Painted pottery was practiced during this period.


a. 1 and 2 only

b. 2 and 3 only

c. 3 only

d. 1, 2 and 3 Answer: d

Exp: It is mark by the use of copper as the first major metal in India. Bronze too was used. The chalcolithic age is followed by Iron age. Iron is frequently referred to in the vedas.

• The early period of the age is characterized by the widespread use of iron or steel. The adoption of these materials coincides with other changes in society, including differing agricultural practices, religious belief and artistic styles.

• Black on Red ware is a famous Pottery of this age.

Q93. The system of “dyarchy” introduced by the Government of India Act of 1919 meant

that-

a. Both centre and provincial legislatures had the power of legislate in their own

spheres.

b. Both the British Parliament and the Central Legislature had the right to make laws

for India.

c. Certain subjects were devolved to the “Indian” members of the viceroy’s executive

council. Certain others to the “British” members of the executive council.

d. None of the above Answer: d

Exp: The 1919 Act relaxed the central over the provinces by demarcating and separating the central and provincial subjects.

• The Central and provincial legislature were authorised to make laws on their respective list of subjects. However, the structure of government continued to be centralized and unitary.

• It further divided the provincial subject into two parts- Transferred and reserved. The transferred subjects were to be administrated by the governor with add of ministers responsible to the legislative council.

• The reserved subjects, on the other hand, were to be administrated by the governor and his executive council.

• This dual scheme of governance was known as "dyarchy" a term derived from a great

word di-arche which means double rule. However, this experiment was largely

unsuccessful.

Q94. Consider the following about the religious practices of the Harappan civilization:-

1. Linga worship was prevalent during their age.

2. Religion was strictly masculine and patriarchal in nature.

Which of the above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. None Answer: a

Exp: The chief male deity was pasupati (Proto-siva) represented in seals as sitting in a yogic posture with three faces and two horns. In latter times Linga worship was prevalent.

The chief female deity was the mother goddess which shows that the religion was not

strictly masculine in nature. She was represented in terra cotta figurings. So 2 is wrong.

Q 95. Consider the following statements:-

1. The earliest land revenue settlement introduced by Warren Hastings in Bengal was

made on the assumption the all land belong to the sovereign.

2. The British Government in India adopted a uniform land revenue policy.

Which of the statement given above is/are correct?

a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: a

Exp: The earliest land revenue settlement introduced by Warren Hastings in Bengal was

made on the assumption that all land belonged to the sovereign. He started the system of

auctioning the land to the highest bidders. The British Government in India did not adopt a

uniform land revenue policy. Broadly, it introduced three major systems namely, the

permanent settlement, the mahalwari settlement and the ryotwari system.

Q 96. Consider the following statements:-

1. Pagal Panthies, a semi-religious sect founded by Karam Shah lived in the northern

district of Karnataka.

2. Tipu one of the leaders of Pagal Panthies, took up the course of the tenants against

the oppressions of the zamindars.


a. 1 only

b. 2 only

c. Both 1 and 2

d. Neither 1 nor 2 Answer: b

Exp: Pagal panthis, a semi-religious sect founded by Karam Shah, lived in the northern

districts of Bengal.

Q 97. From the time England acquired Political Power in India. They destroyed Indian

Industries principally by means of: 1. The forcing of British Free Trade on India.

2. They export raw products from India. 3. Granting special privileges to the British in India. 4. Building Railways in India.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below: a. 1, 2, 3 and 4 b. 3 and 4

c. 1, 2 and 3 d. 1 and 2 Answer: a Exp:

Q 98. With reference to the revolt of 1857, which one of the following statements is not

correct?

a. It was undoubtedly anti–imperialist.

b. It was the outcome of the coming together of two series of disturbances, military and

civil.

c. Both Hindus and Muslims participated in equal measure.

d. It was certainly a war of Independence. Answer: d

Exp: It was not a war of Independence. Larger part of the country and large sections of the

people did not take part in it. Besides, various leaders of the revolt had not identity of

purpose.

Q 99. Consider the following events:

1. The Sanyasi Revolt

2. Kol Risings

3. Surat Salt Agitation

4. Diwan Velu Tampi’s Revolt

The correct chronological sequence of these events is:-

a. 1, 2, 3 and 4

b. 4, 2, 3 and 1

c. 1, 4, 2 and 3

d. 4, 1, 2 and 3 Answer: c

Exp:

• The Sanyasi Revolt-1770

• Diwan Velu Tampi's Revolt-1805

• Kol uprising-1830

• Surat Salt Agitation-1840

Q100. Consider some of cause which accounted for the social and cultural awaking in the 19th

century:-

1. Efforts of the orientalists to bring into the limelight India's past

2. Highly creative literature

3. Christian Missionaries


a. 1, 2 and 3

b. 1 and 2

c. 2 and 3

d. 1 and 3 Answer: a

Exp:

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