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General & Miscellaneous — UPSC Prelims Modern History previous year questions — page 3

145 solved previous year questions on General & Miscellaneous, papers from 1992 to 2022, drawn from State PCS, UPSC CSE Prelims, UPPCS. Each carries the printed answer key and the explanation from the source compilation.

1. #81Practice set
   With respect to Dayanand Saraswati, consider the following statements: 1. Ht recognized: the hereditary basis. of the caste system as an organic division of society. 2. He denounced the worship of gods and goddesses.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (B) 2 only
   Explanation

   Option bis the correct 1 is incorrect. Dayananda Saras,wati refused the hereditary basis of the caste as division of society, sought to create aniopen where women and shudras received a measure and made education and not birth the 2 is correct. He denounced the worship and goddesses and advocated the worship of Being. Dayananda launched a 'frontal attack orthodoxy, caste rigidities, untouchability, belief in magic, charms and animal on sea voyages, feeding the dead through Important Tips Dayananda: Saraswati or Mulshankar (1824-1883) was born in the old Morvi state in Gujarat in a brahmin family. The first Arya Samaj unit formally set up by him at Bombay in 1875. Dayananda took inspiration from the Vedas and considered them to be 'India's Rock of Ages', the infallible and. the true original seed of Hinduism. He gave the slogan "Back to the Vedas"

2. #82Practice set
   With respect to Sir Syed A.hmed Khan, consider the following statements: 1. He lent his support to the system of piri and muridi. 2. Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental Association of Sir Syed was supported by the Deoband School. 3. He wanted to reconcile western scientific education with the teachings of Quran.Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
   • A1 and 2 only
   • B2 only
   • C3 only
   • DNone of the above
   Answer: (A) 1 and 2 only
   Explanation

   Option a is the correct 1 is incorrect: Sir Syed Ahmed was He the system of piri and between a spiritual leader and his is central to 2 is incorrect: Deoband school was a which issued fatwa against Syed Ahmed United India Patriotic Association Anglo-Oriental 3 is correct: He upheld the Quran as the but he also wanted to reconcile western with the teachings of the Quran which were interpreted in the light of temporary rationalism

3. #83Practice set
   Consider the following statements in the context of Gurudwara Reform Movement: 1. The movement stemmed from the Singh Sabha Movement. 2. It was intensified when Gurudwara mahants honored General Dyer. 3. It led to the formation of Shiromani Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee.How many of the above given statements are correct?
   • AOnly one
   • BOnly two
   • CAll three
   • DNone
   Answer: (C) All three
   Explanation

   Option c is tpe correct 1 is correct: The Akali movement (also Reform. Movement) was a regional n.ot a communal one. It was an offshoot of the 2 is correct: 'The ma.hants of tpe, honoured Dyer by declaring him a. to the intensification of the demand for management of Sikh shrines. '(his in of the Gurudwara Reform movementin 3 is correct: The Gurudw.ara Refopn to the passage of Sikh Gurudwaras Act in 1922 the control of gurudwaras to the Sikh masses through Shiromani Gurudwara (SGPC) as the apex Solution Option b is the correct 1 is correct: Introduction of Rule of Law by the colonial Government growth of social reform movement in India. government attempted several such as. abolition of sati, widow marriage 2 is incorrect: The socio-religious envisaged neither a revival of the past nor break with tradition. Reference to the past was to only as an aid and an 3 is correct: Rationalism prov

4. #84Practice set
   With reference to for reforming the women's position, which of the following statements is/are incorrect? 1. The Act of 1860 the marriageable age for girls to 12. 2. The Age of consent Act, 1891 prohibited sexual intercourse with girls below the age of 12. 3. The Sarda.act (1929) raised the marriageable age for girls to 14 years.Select the correct answer using the code given below
   • A1 and 2 only
   • B3 only
   • C1 only
   • D2 only
   Answer: (C) 1 only
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct 1 is incorrect. Under the Act of 1860, no minimum age for marriage. The Act of 1960 penal offence for consummation of marriage with below the age of 10 2 is correct. The Age of consent act 1891 intercourse with girls below the age of 3 is correct. The Sharda act, 1930 pushed of marriage to 18 and 14 for boys and girls respectively

5. #85Practice set
   Who among the following founded the Arya Mahila Samaj?
   • AJyotiba Phule
   • BRadhakant Deb
   • CPandita Ramabai Saraswati
   • DSister Subbalakshmi
   Answer: (C) Pandita Ramabai Saraswati
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct Ramabai Saraswati founded the Arya in 1882 to serve the cause of women. She improvement in the educational syllabus of before the English Education Commission referred to Queen Victoria

6. #86Practice set
   Consider the following events: 1. The formation of All-India women's conference. 2. The setting up of Bharat Stree Mahamandal. 3. The formation of National of women in India. 4. Formation of Ahmedabad labour association by Anusuya SarabaiWhich of the following is the correct chronological sequence of the
   • A4-2-3-1
   • B2-3-4-1
   • C4-2-1-3
   • D2-4-3-1
   Answer: (D) 2-4-3-1
   Explanation

   Option d is the correct 2. Bharat Stree Mahamandal was founded by Chaudhurani in Allahabad in 4. Anusuya Sarabai founded the Ahmedabad Association in 1920. It is India's oldest union 3. In 1925, the National council of women in national branch of the International council of women, Meehribai Tata played a vital role in its I. In 1927, The All-India Women's founded by Margaret Cousins -the first with an egalitarian approach

7. #87Practice set
   Which of the following were the reasons for limited success of the Young Bengal Movement? 1. They were too radical for the prevailing social conditions. 2. They lacked support from the masses. 3. They did not get involved in any political issues of the times.Select the correct answer using the code given below
   • A1 only
   • B1 and 2 only
   • C2 and 3 only
   • D1, 2 and 3 only
   Answer: (B) 1 and 2 only
   Explanation

   Option b is the correct 1 is correct. Young Bengal Movement Vivian Derozio inspired his followers to think advocated liberty, equality, freedom and traditions. But some of these ideas were for the prevailing times in Bengal. Hence, they support outside their 2 is correct. The movement also lacked with the masses, this led to their limited also failed to take up peasants causes. There was of cooperation with other social organizations of 3 is incorrect. The movement took up of public interest like social, economic and the political front they demanded reforms in freedom of press, better treatment to Indian etc

8. #88Practice set
   Which of the following is/are correct regarding the impact of socio-cultural reform movements? 1. They ignored the needs of the vast masses of peasantry and the urban poor. 2. They led to the rise of communal consciousness in the country.Select the correct answer using the code given below
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
   Explanation

   Option c is the correct 1 is correct. The religious reform India had a narrow social base, mainly the urban middle classes. As a result, the needs of the of peasantry and the urban poor were 2 is correct. The socio-cultural reform India led to the rise of communal national consciousness. It was mainly because, confined their praise to India's ancient looked upon the medieval Islamic period as an era Also, many in the Muslim middle classes West Asia for their traditions and moments of pride

9. #89Practice set
   With reference to Satyashodhak Samaj, consider the following statements: 1. It aimed to spread education among women and lower castes. 2. The word "Dalit" for depressed classes was used for the first time by Jyotirao Phule.Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect? /
   • A1 only
   • B2 only
   • CBoth 1 and 2
   • DNeither 1 nor 2
   Answer: (D) Neither 1 nor 2
   Explanation

   Option d is the correct 1 is correct: Satyashodhak Samaj or was a social reform society founded by in Pune in 1873. The main aims of the eradication of untouchability and caste system; and spread of education among women and lower 2 is correct: Jyotirao Phule was the first coin the term "Dalits" to apply to all people castes and untouchables by the Brahmins

10. #90Practice set
    With reference to Babasaheb Ambedkar's struggle against untouchability, which of the statements given below is/are correct? 1. Mahad March was organised for the right to draw water from public tanks. 2. He launched a temple entry movement in Nashik. 3. He set up the Bahishkrit Hitkarini Sabha to spread education.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B2 and 3 only
    • C3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (D) 1, 2 and 3
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct 1 is correct. The depressed classes in not draw water from public wells and ponds. In Ambedkar led the Mahad March at the at Colaba, near Mumbai, to give the untouchables to draw water from the public 2 is correct. The temple entry movement by Dr. Ambedkar in 1930 at Kalaram 3 is correct. In 1923, Ambedkar set 'Bahishkrit Hitkarini Sabha' (Outcastes which was devoted to spreading culture amongst the downtrodden

11. #91Practice set
    Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar is associated with which of the following? 1. Barnaparichay 2. Sanskrit College, Kolkata 3. Fort William CollegeSelect the correct answer from the options given below
    • A1 only
    • B1 and 2 only
    • C2 and 3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (D) 1, 2 and 3
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct 1 is correct. Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar Bengali Primer, Barnaparichay which developed prose style in Bengali 2 is correct. He took over principalship College from 1851 onwards and thought in Sanskrit 3 is correct. Vidyasagar was the Head Pandit William college from 1841 to 1846

12. #92Practice set
    With regards to the caste-based associations of South India, consider the following statements: 1. The Kongu Vella Sangam was based in Tamil Nadu. 2. The. Yogam was based in Andhra Pradesh 3. The Vokkaliga and Lingayat Associations were formed in Karnataka.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct is correct. Kongu Vella Sangam. was a of Gounder caste in Tamil 2 is incorrect. Sree Narayana Dharma.D.P.) Yogam was a. caste association of ezhava caste 3 is correct. Vokkaliga and Lingayat caste associations of Vokkaligas and Lingayats Karnataka

13. #93Practice set
    Which of the following factors strengthened the resolve to bring socio-religious reforms in early 19th century? 1. Growth of nationalist sentiments. 2. Emergence of new economic forces. 3. Spread of education. 4. Realization of the potential benefits of western ideologies by masses. 5. Consciousness of defeat by a foreign power.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1, 2, 3 and 4 only
    • B1, 2, 3 and 5 only
    • C1, 2 and 3 only
    • D1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
    Answer: (B) 1, 2, 3 and 5 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct following factors strengthened the resolve to reforms in early 19 th century in of national sentiments revived the glory of and created faith among the people in their culture and thus found expression in movements So, Statement 1 is middle class and educated class emerged due awareness of contemporary developments in but their number was very low. In fact, this base was a major hurdle in religious reform of new economic forces like demanded better communication facilities. became ripe for socio-religious reform as in spreading awareness about the reform among So, Statement 2 is of education created a class of intelligentsia a rational approach to study tradition, contemporary practices from the point of social Statement 3 is was not the realization of potential of western ideas to intrusion of colonial culture and ideology, the potential of traditional culture. T

14. #94Practice set
    Consider the following statements with respect to initiatives regarding child marriage in 19th century India: 1. The Age of Consent Act 1891 was the first legislation in British India which regulated child marriage. 2. The efforts of B. M Malabari led to the passage of Sarda Act which raised the marriage age of girls.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (D) Neither 1 nor 2
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct social reformers raised their voice against such as polygamy, purdah, child marriage, widow marriage, They worked relentlessly to facilities for women, to persuade the enact favourable legislations for women and in propagate the uselessness of medieval, feudal 1 is incorrect. The Native Marriage Act Marriage Act, 1872) was passed in 1872 legislative action in prohibiting child marriage. the first legislation in british India whic regulated Age of Consent Act was later passed in 1891 the marriage of girls below the age of 2 is incorrect. The relentless efforts of a B.M. Malabari, led to the enactment of the Age Act (and not Sarda Act) in 1891. The Sarda Act in 1930 which pushed up the marriage age to 18 for boys and girls, respectively

15. #95Practice set
    With reference to comparison betwe.en Ahmadiyya movement and Deoband movement, consider the following statements: 1. Both the movements propagated sacred war against the foreign rulers. 2. While Deoband movement emphasized on Islamic education, Ahmadiyya movement promoted western liberal education.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (B) 2 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct answer. Statement 1 is incorrect. The aim of the Deoband Movement was moral and religious regeneration of the Muslim community. It was organised by the orthodox section among the Muslim ulema as a revivalist movement with the twin objectives of propagating pure teachings of the Quran and Hadis among Muslims and keeping alive the spirit of jihad against the foreign rulers. In contrast, the Ahmadiyya movement was based on liberal principles. It described as the standard-bearer of Mohammedan based itself, like the Brahmo Samaj, on the principles religion of all humanity, opposing jihad 2 is correct. The Deoband movement aimed religious leaders for the Muslim community and imparted at Deoband was in original On the contrary, the Ahmaddiya movement liberal education among the Indian Muslims. in separating the mosque from the State as well human rights and tolerance. Im

16. #96Practice set
    With reference to the political organizations of British India, which of the following pairs are correctly matched? 1. East India Dadabhai Naoroji Association 2. Indian League Sisir Kumar Ghosh 3. Madras Mahajan P. Ananda Charlu SabhaSelect the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B2 and 3 only
    • C1 and 3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (D) 1, 2 and 3
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct 1 is correctly matched. The East India organised by Dadabhai Naoroji in 1866 in London the Indian question and influence public men to promote Indian welfare. Later, branches of were started in prominent Indian 2 is correctly matched. The Indian League in 1875 by Sisir Kumar Ghosh with the object the sense of nationalism amongst the of encouraging political 3 is correctly matched. The Madras was founded in 1884 by M. Viraraghavachari, Aiyer and P. Anandacharlu It is be a predecessor of the Indian National Congress

17. #97Practice set
    With reference to the development of modern industry in India during the British rule, consider the following statements: 1. The first cotton textile mill was set up in Bombay. 2. The development of heavy industries was preferred by the British over consumer industries. 3. Most of the modern industries were foreign-owned.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct 1 is correct. 'Bombay Spinning and was the first cotton textile mill was set up in Bombay by Cowasjee Nanabhoy 2 is incorrect. The industrial development British rule was characterized by a was a total neglect of core and heavy industries came up in cotton textiles and jute in century and in sugar, cement etc. in 3 is correct. The modern industries that in second half of the nineteenth century were and controlled by British managing agencies

18. #98Practice set
    The theory of 'Economic Drain' was put forward by Dadabhai Naoroji in his book 'Poverty and Rule in India'. The major components of this drain include which among the following? 1. Interests on loans taken by the Indian Government from abroad. 2. Profits on foreign investments made by British capitalists in India. 3. Salaries and pensions of civil and military officials. Sdect the correct answer using the code given below
    • A2 and 3 only
    • B2 only
    • C1 and 3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (D) 1, 2 and 3
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct major components of the economic drain were salaries and pensions of civil and military officials, Interests on loans taken by the Indian Government from abroad, profits on foreign investment in India, stores purchased in Britain for civil and military departments, payments to be made for shipping, banking and insurance services which stunted the growth of Indian enterprise in these services

19. #99Practice set
    Which of the following introduced the "Lahore Gate Improvement scheme" in 1888?
    • ARobert Clarke
    • BCharles Canning
    • CWilliam Hare
    • DEdward Stanley
    Answer: (A) Robert Clarke
    Explanation

    reform of councils There was no mention of Option (a) is the correct answer. status until the Nehru Report (1928) demanded extension scheme called 'Lahore Gate Improvement' Statement 3 is incorrect. The INC did not want to started in 1888 by 'Robert Clarke' for the walled The idea was to draw the residence away from the social reforms in its agenda To undertake social city to a new type of marked square with a mosque in the M.G. Ranade and Raghunath. Rao formed Indian and shops around the edges. The main idea behind Conference in 1887. The organisation was virtually the was to persuade a flow of population from the crowded reform cell of the INC. Its 'meetings were organised at of the town of delhi to certain other areas and relief same venue as Congress everyyear, and focused attention within the walled city. social l 1 t 1 - [ l H

20. #100Practice set
    What does the term "bhadralok" with reference to British India refer to?
    • AIt referred to the British officials who supported the politico-administrative reforms in India
    • BIt is an elitist social class that emerged due to the impact of British colonial rule in Bengal
    • CIt referred to the lower-class social groups that emerged in Bengal
    • DIt referred to the English educated Muslim youth that developed a revulsion for their religion and culture
    Answer: (B) It is an elitist social class that emerged due to the impact of British colonial rule in Bengal
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct an elitist social class of 'gentlefolk' that the processes of social changes brought under of British colonial rule. They mostly the upper and middle caste and classes. It included commercial and the new landed class, who fortune through their association and the Europeans. They amassed wealth after coming with the Europeans, and being influenced by became indifferent about religion and culture forefathers. Most members of the bhadralok class caste, mainly Brahmins, Kayasthas Baidyas and Solution Option d is the correct 1, 2 and 3 are correct. In the Lucknow 1916, the Muslim League and Congress came together common demands by them to the major reason for this shift in the League's position refusal to help Turkey (ruled by the Khalifa religio-political leadership of Muslims) in in the Balkans (1912-13) and with Italy (during angered the reasons were

21. #101Practice set
    Miliant Nationalism in India was influenced by 1. Defeat of the Italian army by Ethiopians. 2. Boer wars. 3. Japan's victory over Russia. 4. Establishment of League of Nations.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1, 2 and 3 only
    • B2, 3 and 4 only
    • C1, 3 and 4 only
    • D1, 2, 3 and 4
    Answer: (A) 1, 2 and 3 only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct Influences on Militant Nationalism in 1 is correct. The defeat of the Italian army 2 is correct. The Boer wars 3 is correct. Japan's victory over Russia 4 is incorrect. League of Nation was 1920 to increase cooperation amongst nations after 1. It had no direct bearing on militant nationalism

22. #102Practice set
    With respect to Ghadar Party which of the following statements is/are incorrect? 1. They organized Punjab political dacoities, which primarily targeted moneylenders and debt records. 2. British passed Defence of India Act primarily to deal with Ghadar movement. 3. The movement had an organized and sustained leadership which made this movement a success.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 and 2 only
    • B2 and 3 only
    • C3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (C) 3 only
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct 1 is correct. The movement committed to raise fund. As part of it, in Punjab had somewhat new social content. Here targeted the moneylenders and debt records with the 2 is correct. To control the Ghadar of India Act 1915 was passed. As a result there scale detentions without trial, special courts sentences, numerous court-marshals of army 3 is incorrect. The movement preached nationalism with a completely secular politically and militarily, it failed to achieve it lacked an organized and sustained leadership

23. #103Practice set
    Which of the following organizations are correctly matched with its founder? 1. Anushilan Samiti Promotha Mitra 2. Yugantar Group Barinder Kumar Ghosh 3. Hindu Dharma VD SavarkarSelect the correct pair from the codes given below
    • A1 and 2 Only
    • B1 and 3 Only
    • C2 and 3 Only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (A) 1 and 2 Only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct 1 is correct - The Anushilan Sainiti 'was founded Mitter, Jatindranath Banerjee, Barindra and others in Calcutta in 2 is correct - Yugantar was_ a weekly which was people like Kumar Ghosh aiid In 1907; an abortive attempt was by the on the life of a very unpopular British official, (the first Lt. Governor of the new province Eastern Bengal and 3 is incorrect - 'speeches, writings and the young Chapekar brothers to form Sanrakshini Sabha, which was responsible for the I assassinatioµ of several hated British officers

24. #104Practice set
    Consider the following statements with reference of Meerut Conspiracy case during Indian Freedom Struggle: 1. Meerut Conspiracy Case is associated with burning a factory owned by Englishmen. H 2. It resulted in the conviction of S.A. Dange.and Shaukat Usmani.Which of the above given statements are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (B) 2 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct Meerut Conspiracy Case was a controversial that was initiated in British Raj against several 1 ii incorrect: The Case was not burning the factory owned by Englishmen. The were that in 1921 S.A. Shaukat Usmani Ahmed joined a conspiracy to establish a the Comintern in India. However, the initial arrests for organizing an Indian railway 2 is correct: In March 1929, the 31 labour leaders, and the resulted in the conviction of Muzaffar Ahmed, Joglekar, Philip Spratt, Ben Bradley, and others

25. #105Practice set
    Consider the following statements about the Barsod Satyagraha: 1. The movement was led by Jawaharlal Nehru. 2. It was launched against the poll tax imposed on every adult in Barsod PrWhich of the statements given above;; is/ai-! correc
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (B) 2 only
    Explanation

    Option bis the correct 1 is incorrect. The Barsod satyagraha was Vallabhbhai Patel (and not Jawaharlal Nehru) in district of Gujarat in 1923-24. It was a levy announced by the British government to expense of anti-dacoity police posted in Statement 2 is correct. The Barsod satyagraha the issue of an unjust poll tax (of rupees 2 annas) imposed in September 1923 on every adult The tax was to cover police expenses required suppression of a wave of dacoities committed by low caste Baraiyas. The Patidars felt that the tax was an designed to punish them for supporting Vallabhbhai Patel took up the cause of the rural Gujarat; all the 104 affected villages decided on of the new tax in December 1923 and the to be cancelled in January 1924

26. #106Practice set
    Which of the following statements regarding the impact of Poona Pact is/ are correct? 1. It improved the political representation of depressed classes. 2. It removed the social disabilities like lack of access to education for depressed classes. Selectthe correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • DNeither 1 nor 2
    Answer: (A) 1 only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct 1 is correct: The Poona Pact stipulated in reserved seats for Dalits from 147 legislatures and to of the total in 2 is incorrect: There was no provision in the that talked about correcting the social disabilities of access to education and common resources, of civil rights - such as abolishing making it a legally punishable offence. So, although representation of Dalits improved, there was improvement in the social conditions of Dali to the Poona Pact. By denying the recognition of as a separate and distinct element in the national pre-empted the rights and safeguards for the Dalits

27. #107Practice set
    Which of the following coul.d be considered as the reasons for the growth of communalism in India? 1. The delayed development of modern political consciousness amongst the Muslims. 2. Socio-religious Reform Movements having militant nature. 3. British policy of divide and rule in India. 4. Communal interpretation of Indian history by imperialist historians.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1, 2 and 3 only
    • B1, 3 and 4 only
    • C2, 3 and 4 only
    • D1, 2, 3 and 4
    Answer: (D) 1, 2, 3 and 4
    Explanation

    Option d is the correct 1 is correct. The modern political late in developing among the Muslims and the traditional reactionary elements over the Muslim a communal outlook to take root among them. As of educated persons and men of trade and the Muslims was rather small, it was easy for big landlords and the richer classes to wield influence over the Muslim masses and for their own vested 2 is correct. Reform movements such as Movement among Muslims and Shuddhi with their militant overtones made the role more vulnerable to communalism. Reforms, were seen as a process of insulating one the influence of another religious community to growth of 3 is correct. In the wake of a united front observed in the revolt of 1857, the British to implement the policy of divide and rule so as any Hindu-Muslim unity from even developing protect and further the interests of the British over the subjugated I

28. #108Practice set
    With reference to the Unionist Party during British rule, consider the following statements: 1. It was founded by Fazl-i-Hussain. 2. The Colonial government supported it to check the rapid growth of national movement. 3. It was communal in character from the very beginning.How many of the above given statements are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct l is correct. Unionist Party was formed by in 1923. Other leaders include Lai Chand, Khizr Hyat Khan Tiuana and Firoz Khan Noon. Party mainly represented the interests of the and landlords of Punjab, which included and 2 is correct. In Punjab, the colonial rulers lent hand to Fazl-i-Husain to form and organize a for various reasons

29. #109Practice set
    Which..of the following statements are correct regarding Satyagraha? 1. Not only the brave and strong could practice Satyagraha, but the weak and coward could also practice it. 2. A satyagrahi willingly accepts self suffering with the specific intentions of the moral persuasion of the enemy. 3. A true satyagrahi should never bow before the evil, whatever the consequence. 4. A satyagraha is referred to demonstrations with shouting of slogan, fasting, and strike with boycott.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1, 2 and 3 only
    • B1 and 2 only
    • C2 and 3 only
    • D2, 3 and 4 only
    Answer: (C) 2 and 3 only
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct 1 is incorrect. Only the brave and strong Satyagraha. It was not for the weak and 2 is correct. In Satyagraha, self-suffering accepted by the Satyagrahi himself with intentions of the moral persuasion of the 3 is correct. A true satyagrahi should never the evil, whatever the consequence. He should to accept suffering in his struggle against the wrongdoer Statement 4 is incorrect. Satyagraha is often equated with shouting of slogan, fasting, with boycott, but this is not satyagraha. philosophy of practice of non violance

30. #110Practice set
    Who were the responsivists among the Swarajists? 1. Madan Mohan Malviya 2. Motilal Nehru 3. Lala Lajpat Rai 4. N. C. KelkarSelect the correct code using the option given below
    • A1, 2 and 3 only
    • B1, 2 and 4 only
    • C1, 3 and 4 only
    • D2, 3 and 4 only
    Answer: (C) 1, 3 and 4 only
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct Lajpat Rai was not merely an outstanding politician an able writer. The biographies he wrote in Urdu He wrote the biographies of the patriots Garibaldi who unified Italy. He also wrote about Indian great men Shivaji, Sri Krishna Saraswati. During World War I, Lala Lajpat in the United States of America, where he Indian Home Rule League of America (1917) in City. He returned to India in early 1920. In 1923, election to the Central Legislative Assembly a

31. #111Practice set
    Who among the following were the founders of Hindustan Majdur Sabha in 1938? 1. Rajendra Prasad 2. Ashok Mehta 3. J. B KriplaniSelect the correct answer using the code given below
    • A2 only
    • B1 and 3 only
    • C2 and 3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (B) 1 and 3 only
    Explanation

    Option bis the correct Majdur Sabha was founded by Patel, Rajendra Prasad and J.B. Kripalani Important Tips Hind Mazdoor Sabha was formed in 1948 by Ashok Mehta, T.S. Ramanujam and G.G. Mehta under the banner of Praja Socialist Party

32. #112Practice set
    Regarding the Sapru Committee of 1945, which of the following statements is incorrect?
    • AIts objective was to resolve issues related to mi nor ities from constitutional viewpoint
    • BIt accepted Muslim League's demand for Pakistan
    • CIt rejected separate electorates for Muslims for the Union Legislature
    • DIt recommended setting up of Mi nor ities Commission for welfare of mi nor ities
    Answer: (B) It accepted Muslim League's demand for Pakistan
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct Constitutional Proposals of the Sapru referred to as the Sapru Committee Report in 1945 to resolve issues pertaining to had plagued Indian political and It was prepared by a committee appointed by Conference in November 1944 with Tej as its of the report

33. #113Practice set
    Which of the following were provided the separate electorate by the Communal Award? 1. Europeans 2. Women 3. Marathas 4. BuddhistsSelect the correct answer using the code given below
    • A2 and 4 only
    • B1, 2 and 3 only
    • C1, 3 and 4 only
    • D2,, 3 and 4 only
    Answer: (B) 1, 2 and 3 only
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct per the main provisions of the Communal' by Ramsay Macdonald, Muslims, Indian Christians, Anglo women, and even the Marathas were to get Such an for the depressed classes was to be made for a period of 20 years. Buddhists were separate electorate by the Communal the provincial legislatures, the seats were to be communal basis. The existing seats of the were to be doubled. The Muslims, were in minority, were to be granted a weightage. classes were to get 'double vote', one to be separate electorates and the other to be used in electorates. Allocation of seats were also to be labourers, landlords, traders, and industrialists

34. #114Practice set
    Consider the following statements about the famous 'Fourteen Points' proposed by MA Jinnah during the Indian freedom struggle: 1. Fourteen Points by Jinnah were were basically a reiteration of his objections to the Nehru Report. 2. It advocated for full religious freedom to all communities with One-third Muslim representation in the central legislature.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
    • A1 only
    • B2 only
    • CBoth 1 and 2
    • D1 nor 2
    Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
    Explanation

    Option c is the correct 1 and 2 are correct: Jinnah withdrew his the Nehru report and went ahead to propose his Points' which were basically a reiteration of the Nehru Report. It advocated for freedom to all communities with representation in the central legislature. Important Tips Other important points proposed by Jinnah which later became the basis of all future propaganda of the Muslim League were: t

35. #115Practice set
    Which one of the following is an incorrect reason of 'Nationalist resurgence' by the end of First World War?
    • AAll sections of the Indian population were experiencing Economic hardships
    • BExpectations of Political Gains for Cooperation in the War was not fulfilled
    • CThe myth of the cultural and military superi or ity of the whites was eroded
    • DThe economic hardships in India faced due to the Great Depression in USA and worldwide. ook
    Answer: (D) The economic hardships in India faced due to the Great Depression in USA and worldwide. ook
    Explanation

    Option dis_ the correct the war, the conditions in India. and influences a situation that_ was ready for a agaip.st foreign a is correct. India contributed in men toward,s war efforts. The food ammunition and the army's keep came from the by taxing Indians. When the war ended, all the In,d,1,an population were experiencing har Pf. fropts. Industry First, an increase in th_e coupled with increased foreign investment industries to the brink of closure and loss. Artisans faced unemployment and bore the brunt b is correct. The contribution of. the British war effort, was huge, though it has Gandhi and most nationalists to. the war effort, and a huge number of sacrificed their lives on the war fronts. So, after there we re Mgh expectations of political gains British instead of granting right of c.olonies, winning powers started dividing and this led to Nationalis_t disillusionment. Statement

36. #116Practice set
    With reference to events related to the Individual Satyagraha, consider the following statements:l. The Delhi Chalo Movement was one of the outcomes of the Individual satyagraha movement. 2. Tl ie mover t became violent when British refused to accept the demand of satyagrahis. 3. Vinobha Bhave was the first Individual Satyagrahi.How many of the statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct answer Statement 1 is correct: The demand of the satyagraha would [ the freedom of speech against the war through an If the government did not arrest the or she would not only repeat it but move into villages a march towards Delhi, thus precipitating a came to be known as the 'Delhi Chalo 2 is incorrect: The centerpiece of was non-violence which could only be selecting the Satyagrahis. Selected Satyagrahi were non-violent background like Acharya Vinoba Jawaharlal Nehru and Brahma Dutt. This became 3 is correct: Nonviolence is set as the Satyagraha. This was done by carefully Satyagrahis. The first Satyagrahi selected was Bhave, who was sent to jail when he spoke war. The second Satyagrahi was Jawahar Lal third was Brahma Datt, one of the inmates of Important Tips Individual Satyagraha: The very reason for confining the movement to individual participation was that

37. #117Practice set
    In context of Modern History of India, Muslim League's Resolution of March 1940 included which of the following demands? 1. Muslim majority areas in North-West and East India under British rule should be declared as independent states. Practiceb o o k 2; Muslim minority areas in British India should be provided autonomy. 3. British India should be divided into two of India and Pakistan.Select the correct answer using the code given below
    • A1 only
    • B1 and 2 only
    • C3 only
    • D1, 2 and 3
    Answer: (A) 1 only
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct League's Resolution of March 1940 is also known Resolution or Lahore Resolution. It was basically for separate state for Muslims. The Muslim this resolution with the following 1 is correct: It called for grouping of areas where Muslims are in majority East) into independent states in which shall be autonomous and 2 is incorrect: The resolution also safeguards to Muslims where they are in resolution did not have provision relating to to Muslim minority areas. 3 is incorrect: Division of British India dominions of India and Pakistan was not the the Muslim League Resolution of March 1940. the Muslim League's resolution, the Viceroy in the August Offer (August 1940) that was the objective for India along with the viceroy's executive council. It also declared that no to be adopted without the consent of minorities

38. #118Practice set
    With reference to the interim Government of 1946, consider the following statements: 1. It was formed from the Constituent Assembly which was elected in August 1946. 2. Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar headed the portfolio of Law in the Interim government. 3. It appointed a committee to advise the government on nationalizing the armed forces.How many of the statements given above are correct?
    • AOnly one
    • BOnly two
    • CAll three
    • DNone
    Answer: (B) Only two
    Explanation

    Option b is the correct 2nd September 1946, the Interim Government of formed to ovenee the transition of the country from colony to a,1 independent I is correct: The Interim Government from the Constituent Assembly which was elected 1946. fhe election to the Constituent Assembly direct and representatives were elected by the 2 is incorrect. Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar was of the interim government formed in 1946. Manda! of Muslim League headed the portfolio in interim 3 is correct: In November 1946, India Convention on International Civil Aviation. In month, a committee was appointed to advise on nationalizing the armed forces. Important Tips Interim Government: The Interim Government was formed as a provisional government between an imperial structure and a democratic structure. It lasted till 15th August 1947 when India became independent and was partitioned into India and In these election

39. #119Practice set
    Which one of the following was not a reason for the occurrence of Bengal famine of 1943?
    • AHeavy exports ofrice from India in 1943
    • BLarge scale crop failures in 1943
    • CJapanese annexation of Burma in 1942
    • DPolicy failures by then-British Prime Minister Winston Churchill
    Answer: (B) Large scale crop failures in 1943
    Explanation

    } Option b is the correct Bengal famine of 1943 was the only one in history nr.t to occur as a result of serious group of Indian and Ameriqn.researches simulated content during Indian famines to come scientists analysed the level of soil moisture to 2016 to find out what exactly happened. According there were. six n.otable famines during this time the Bengal Famine was the only one that could not to any crop failures or deficit of soil Solution Option d is the correct 1 is correst lf'he Cabinet mission plan grouping of existing provincial assemblies into based on religion ) i

40. #120Practice set
    Consider the following events that occurred in India during the second World War: 1. Formation of Forward Bloc 2. Provisional Government for Free India at Singapore 3. C. Rajagopalachari Formula 4. Wavell PlanWhich of the following is the correct chronological sequence of the above events?
    • A1-2-3-4
    • B1-2-4-3
    • C2-1-3-4
    • D1-3-2-4
    Answer: (A) 1-2-3-4
    Explanation

    Option a is the correct answer. The correct chronological sequence of the above events is

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