[1] The Governor-General who abolished the practice of Sati was -
A.
Dalhousie
B.
Ripon
C.
William Bentinck
D.
Curzon
Ans:
William Bentinck
Explanation :
Lord William Bentinck was responsible for the abolition of Sati and Thugee. Both of these customs involved death. The only difference was that in case of Sati the death took place voluntarily and in the case of Thugee it was inflicted by the Thugs on others.
[2] In which year did Gandhiji start Satyagraha Movement?
A.
1919
B.
1927
C.
1934
D.
1942
Ans:
1919
Explanation :
The first Satyagraha revolutions inspired by Mahatma Gandhi in the Indian Independence Movement occurred in Kheda district of Gujarat and the Champaran district of Bihar between the years of 1917 and 1919
[3] Who led the armed raid on the government armory at Chittagong in 1930?
A.
Chandra Shekhar Azad
B.
Bhagat Singh
C.
Surya Sen
D.
Sukhdev
Ans:
Surya Sen
Explanation :
Surya Sen was an Indian freedom fighter who is noted for leading the 1930 Chittagong armoury raid in Chittagong of Bengal in British India on 18 April 1930. Although the group could loot the arms, they failed to get the ammunition. They hoisted the national flag on the premises of the armoury, and then escaped.
[4] Who introduced the "Doctrine of Lapse" to expand British territories in India?
A.
Lord Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord Dalhousie
Explanation :
The doctrine of lapse was an annexation policy purportedly devised by Lord Dalhousie, who was the Governor General for the East India Company in India between 1848 and 1856. This doctrine was based on the idea that in case a ruler of dependent state died childless, the right of ruling over the State reverted or 'lapsed' to the sovereign.
[5] The Sharda Act is related to -
A.
Upliftment of scheduled tribes
B.
Upliftment of minorities
C.
Child Marriage
D.
Empowerment of women
Ans:
Child Marriage
Explanation :
The Child Marriage Restraint Act 1929, passed on 28 September, 1929, is popularly known as the Sharda Act, after its sponsor Harbilas Sarda. It fixed the age of marriage for girls at 14 years and boys at 18 years which was later amended to 18 for girls and 21 for boys.
[6] Who established the 'Sharda Sadan', a school for Indian Widows in colonial India?
A.
Mahadev Govind Ranade
B.
Sarojini Naidu
C.
Dayanand Saraswati
D.
Pandita Ramabai
Ans:
Pandita Ramabai
Explanation :
Pandita Ramabai, an Indian social reformer, established Sharda Sadan' at Bombay in 1889 with an objective to provide shelter to the 'destitute high caste widows.' She also established the Mukti Mission in Pune, as a refuge for young widows deserted and abused by their families and 'Krupa Sadan,' a home for "fallen" women, who had been cast out of society.
[7] Who is the founder of the concept "Sarvodaya"?
A.
Vinobha Bhave
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Jai Prakash Narayan
D.
K G Mushroowala
Ans:
Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation :
Sarvodaya is a term meaning ‘Universal Uplift' or ‘Progress of All'. The term was first coined by Mohandas Gandhi as the title of his 1908 translation of John Ruskin's tract on political economy, "Unto This Last." Gandhi came to use the term for the ideal of his own political philosophy.
[8] Who is known as the Father of Indian Unrest'?
A.
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
B.
Lalalajpat Rai
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Bipin Chandrapal
Ans:
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Explanation :
The British colonial authorities called Bal Gangadhar Tilak "Father of the Indian unrest.' He roused the nation's consciousness for complete independence (famously thundering "Swaraj (total freedom) is my birthright and I shall have it'") and was revered as Lokmanya.
[9] The first meeting of the Indian National Congress held in 1885 was presided by -
A.
Shri P.M. Mehta
B.
Shri Womesh Chandra Barnnerjee
C.
D.E. Wacha
D.
S.N. Bannerjee
Ans:
Shri Womesh Chandra Barnnerjee
Explanation :
Womesh Chandra Bonnerjee was an Indian barrister who presided over the inaugural session of the Indian National Congress in Bombay in 1885. He was the president of the Indian National Congress again in the 1892 session in Allahabad where he denounced the position that India had to prove her worthiness for political freedom.
[10] Who founded the Indian National Party in Berlin during 1914?
A.
Subhash Chandra Bose
B.
W.C. Banerjee
C.
Surendranath Banerjee
D.
Champakaraman Pillai
Ans:
Champakaraman Pillai
Explanation :
Dr. Champak Raman Pillai established the Indian National Party in Berlin in 1914. The members of this party were Lala Hardayal, Tarak Nath Das, Mohammad Barkatullah, Raja Mahendra Pratap and Virendranath Chattopadhyaya.
[11] During Quit India Movement, Parallel Government' was constituted at:
A.
Varanasi
B.
Allahabad
C.
Lucknow
D.
Ballia
Ans:
Ballia
Explanation :
The Quit India Movement is notable for regional periences of parallel government. A minor uprising led by Chitu Pandey took place in Ballia in Uttar Pradesh where people overthrew the district admirnistration, broke open the jail, released the arrested Congress leaders and established their own independent rule.
[12] Who introduced 'doctrine of lapse?
A.
Lord Wellesley
B.
Lord Curzon
C.
Lord Dalhousie
D.
Lord Lytton
Ans:
Lord Dalhousie
Explanation :
The Doctrine of Lapse was an annexation policy purportedly devised by Lord Dalhousie who was the Governor General for the East India Company in India between 1848 and 1856.
[13] The Lahore Conspiracy Case was registered against whom?
A.
V.D. Savarkar
B.
Bhagat Singh
C.
Chandrashekhar Azacd
D.
Aurobindo Ghosh
Ans:
Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
Lahore Conspiracy Case refers to the trial of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev in 1931. On April 8 1929, Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt, two active members of the Hindustan Republican Socialist Association, went to the Central Legislative Assembly and threw a bomb at government benches and raised the slogan of Long Live the Revolution.
[14] Who among the following Portuguese captured Goa?
A.
Francisco de Almeida
B.
Alfonso de Albuquerque
C.
Vasco da Gama
D.
Roberto de Nobili
Ans:
Alfonso de Albuquerque
Explanation :
Alfonso de Albuquerque was a Portuguese fidalgo or nobleman, whose military and administrative activities as second governor of Portuguese India conquered and established the Portuguese colonial enmpire in the Indian Ocean.
[15] The Indian National Congress was formed during the Governor-Generalship of -
A.
Lord Ripon
B.
Lord William Bentick
C.
Lord Dufferin
D.
Lord Curzon
Ans:
Lord Dufferin
Explanation :
Lord Dufferin was as eighth Viceroy of India in 1884, Among other things, the Indian National Congress was founded during his term in 1885, and he laid the foundations for the modern Indian Army by establishing the Imperial Service Corps, officered by Indians.
[16] The slogan of Quit India Movement was given by -
A.
Sardar Patel
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Subhash Chandra Bose
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation :
In 1942, Gandhi organized Quit India movement and called on all Congressmen and Indians to maintain discipline via ahimsa, and Karo ya maro ("Do or die") in the cause of ultimate freedom.
[17] Where was the Royal Durbar held on November 1st, 1858 to issue the Queen's proclamation?
A.
Lucknow
B.
Cawnpore
C.
Delhi
D.
Kanpur
Ans:
Lucknow
Explanation :
On November 1, 1858, a grand Darbar was held at Allahabad. Lord Canning sent forth the royal proclamation which announced that the queen had assumed the government of India. This proclamation declared the future policy of the British Rule in India.
[18] Who is called as the ‘Prophet of New India'?
A.
Dayanand Saraswati
B.
Sri Ramakrishna
C.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
D.
Swami Vivekananda
Ans:
Sri Ramakrishna
Explanation :
Swami Vivekananda called Swami Ramkrishna as the "Prophet of New India'. Ramakrishna, born Gadadhar Chattopadhyay, was a famous mystic of 19th century India. His religious school of thought led to the formation of the Ramakrishna Mission by his chief disciple Swami Vivekananda.
[19] Which of the following, according to Mahatma Gandhi, is the strongest force in the world?
A.
Non-violence of the brave
B.
Non-violence of the weak
C.
Non-violence of the coward
D.
Non-violence of the downtrodden
Ans:
Non-violence of the brave
Explanation :
According to Gandhi, Non violence is not passive It is active, creative, provocative and challenging Gandhi described non-violence as "A force more powerful than all the weapons of world combined." "No violence is the greatest and most active force in the world.
[20] Who attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalists at Brussels in 1927, on behalf of the National Congress?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Dr. Ansari
D.
Motilal Nehru
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
In February 1927, Jawaharlal Nehru on behalf of the National Congress attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalities at Brussels organized by political exiles and revolutionaries from the countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America suffering from economic or political imperialism.
[21] Who amongst the following made it possible for the Indians to enter the Indian Civil Service through an open competitive examination?
A.
William Bentinck
B.
Dalhousie
C.
Mayo
D.
Ripon
Ans:
Dalhousie
Explanation :
For a long time, only British officers were appointed to all covenanted posts. In 1832, the posts of musif and sadar amin were created and opened to Indians In 1833, the posts of deputy magistrate and deputy collector were created and opened to Indians.
[22] The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was -
A.
Lord Curzon
B.
Lord Macaulay
C.
Lord Bentinck
D.
Lord Hastings
Ans:
Lord Bentinck
Explanation :
English education was officially introduced in In-dia in 1835 by Governor-General William Bentinck. The English Education Act was a legislative Act of the Council of India in 1835 giving effect to a decision in 1835 by William Bentinck, 4th Duke of Portland; the then Governor-General of British India to reallocate funds the East India Company was required by the British Parliament to spend on education and literature in India.
[23] Which among the following regulations made English as a medium of education compulsory in government aided schools and colleges?
A.
Pitts India Act, 1784
B.
Educational Dispatch, 1854
C.
Macaulay Minute, 1835
D.
Regulating Act, 1773
Ans:
Macaulay Minute, 1835
Explanation :
Macaulay was Secretary to the Board of Control under Lord Grey from 1832 until 1833. After the passing of the Government of India Act 1833, he was appointed as the first Law Member of the Governo General's Council. He went to India in 1834. He served on the Supreme Council of India between 1834 and 1838.
[24] Who led the Salt Satyagraha Movement with Gandhi?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mridula Sarabhai
C.
Muthu Lakshmi
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
The Dandi march was undertaken by Gandhiji and about 78 of his followers, starting from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmadabad. The Satyagrahis set out on foot, for the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, about 240 miles away. The walk lasted for 23 days and passed through 48 villages.
[25] Sati was prohibited by -
A.
Warren Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord William Bentinck
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.
Explanation :
Lord William Bentinck was responsible for the abolition of Sati and Thugee. Both of these customs involved death. The only difference was that in case of Sati the death took place voluntarily and in the case of Thugee it was inflicted by the Thugs on others.
[2] In which year did Gandhiji start Satyagraha Movement?
A.
1919
B.
1927
C.
1934
D.
1942
Ans:
1919
Explanation :
The first Satyagraha revolutions inspired by Mahatma Gandhi in the Indian Independence Movement occurred in Kheda district of Gujarat and the Champaran district of Bihar between the years of 1917 and 1919
[3] Who led the armed raid on the government armory at Chittagong in 1930?
A.
Chandra Shekhar Azad
B.
Bhagat Singh
C.
Surya Sen
D.
Sukhdev
Ans:
Surya Sen
Explanation :
Surya Sen was an Indian freedom fighter who is noted for leading the 1930 Chittagong armoury raid in Chittagong of Bengal in British India on 18 April 1930. Although the group could loot the arms, they failed to get the ammunition. They hoisted the national flag on the premises of the armoury, and then escaped.
[4] Who introduced the "Doctrine of Lapse" to expand British territories in India?
A.
Lord Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord Dalhousie
Explanation :
The doctrine of lapse was an annexation policy purportedly devised by Lord Dalhousie, who was the Governor General for the East India Company in India between 1848 and 1856. This doctrine was based on the idea that in case a ruler of dependent state died childless, the right of ruling over the State reverted or 'lapsed' to the sovereign.
[5] The Sharda Act is related to -
A.
Upliftment of scheduled tribes
B.
Upliftment of minorities
C.
Child Marriage
D.
Empowerment of women
Ans:
Child Marriage
Explanation :
The Child Marriage Restraint Act 1929, passed on 28 September, 1929, is popularly known as the Sharda Act, after its sponsor Harbilas Sarda. It fixed the age of marriage for girls at 14 years and boys at 18 years which was later amended to 18 for girls and 21 for boys.
[6] Who established the 'Sharda Sadan', a school for Indian Widows in colonial India?
A.
Mahadev Govind Ranade
B.
Sarojini Naidu
C.
Dayanand Saraswati
D.
Pandita Ramabai
Ans:
Pandita Ramabai
Explanation :
Pandita Ramabai, an Indian social reformer, established Sharda Sadan' at Bombay in 1889 with an objective to provide shelter to the 'destitute high caste widows.' She also established the Mukti Mission in Pune, as a refuge for young widows deserted and abused by their families and 'Krupa Sadan,' a home for "fallen" women, who had been cast out of society.
[7] Who is the founder of the concept "Sarvodaya"?
A.
Vinobha Bhave
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Jai Prakash Narayan
D.
K G Mushroowala
Ans:
Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation :
Sarvodaya is a term meaning ‘Universal Uplift' or ‘Progress of All'. The term was first coined by Mohandas Gandhi as the title of his 1908 translation of John Ruskin's tract on political economy, "Unto This Last." Gandhi came to use the term for the ideal of his own political philosophy.
[8] Who is known as the Father of Indian Unrest'?
A.
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
B.
Lalalajpat Rai
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Bipin Chandrapal
Ans:
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Explanation :
The British colonial authorities called Bal Gangadhar Tilak "Father of the Indian unrest.' He roused the nation's consciousness for complete independence (famously thundering "Swaraj (total freedom) is my birthright and I shall have it'") and was revered as Lokmanya.
[9] The first meeting of the Indian National Congress held in 1885 was presided by -
A.
Shri P.M. Mehta
B.
Shri Womesh Chandra Barnnerjee
C.
D.E. Wacha
D.
S.N. Bannerjee
Ans:
Shri Womesh Chandra Barnnerjee
Explanation :
Womesh Chandra Bonnerjee was an Indian barrister who presided over the inaugural session of the Indian National Congress in Bombay in 1885. He was the president of the Indian National Congress again in the 1892 session in Allahabad where he denounced the position that India had to prove her worthiness for political freedom.
[10] Who founded the Indian National Party in Berlin during 1914?
A.
Subhash Chandra Bose
B.
W.C. Banerjee
C.
Surendranath Banerjee
D.
Champakaraman Pillai
Ans:
Champakaraman Pillai
Explanation :
Dr. Champak Raman Pillai established the Indian National Party in Berlin in 1914. The members of this party were Lala Hardayal, Tarak Nath Das, Mohammad Barkatullah, Raja Mahendra Pratap and Virendranath Chattopadhyaya.
[11] During Quit India Movement, Parallel Government' was constituted at:
A.
Varanasi
B.
Allahabad
C.
Lucknow
D.
Ballia
Ans:
Ballia
Explanation :
The Quit India Movement is notable for regional periences of parallel government. A minor uprising led by Chitu Pandey took place in Ballia in Uttar Pradesh where people overthrew the district admirnistration, broke open the jail, released the arrested Congress leaders and established their own independent rule.
[12] Who introduced 'doctrine of lapse?
A.
Lord Wellesley
B.
Lord Curzon
C.
Lord Dalhousie
D.
Lord Lytton
Ans:
Lord Dalhousie
Explanation :
The Doctrine of Lapse was an annexation policy purportedly devised by Lord Dalhousie who was the Governor General for the East India Company in India between 1848 and 1856.
[13] The Lahore Conspiracy Case was registered against whom?
A.
V.D. Savarkar
B.
Bhagat Singh
C.
Chandrashekhar Azacd
D.
Aurobindo Ghosh
Ans:
Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
Lahore Conspiracy Case refers to the trial of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev in 1931. On April 8 1929, Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt, two active members of the Hindustan Republican Socialist Association, went to the Central Legislative Assembly and threw a bomb at government benches and raised the slogan of Long Live the Revolution.
[14] Who among the following Portuguese captured Goa?
A.
Francisco de Almeida
B.
Alfonso de Albuquerque
C.
Vasco da Gama
D.
Roberto de Nobili
Ans:
Alfonso de Albuquerque
Explanation :
Alfonso de Albuquerque was a Portuguese fidalgo or nobleman, whose military and administrative activities as second governor of Portuguese India conquered and established the Portuguese colonial enmpire in the Indian Ocean.
[15] The Indian National Congress was formed during the Governor-Generalship of -
A.
Lord Ripon
B.
Lord William Bentick
C.
Lord Dufferin
D.
Lord Curzon
Ans:
Lord Dufferin
Explanation :
Lord Dufferin was as eighth Viceroy of India in 1884, Among other things, the Indian National Congress was founded during his term in 1885, and he laid the foundations for the modern Indian Army by establishing the Imperial Service Corps, officered by Indians.
[16] The slogan of Quit India Movement was given by -
A.
Sardar Patel
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Subhash Chandra Bose
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation :
In 1942, Gandhi organized Quit India movement and called on all Congressmen and Indians to maintain discipline via ahimsa, and Karo ya maro ("Do or die") in the cause of ultimate freedom.
[17] Where was the Royal Durbar held on November 1st, 1858 to issue the Queen's proclamation?
A.
Lucknow
B.
Cawnpore
C.
Delhi
D.
Kanpur
Ans:
Lucknow
Explanation :
On November 1, 1858, a grand Darbar was held at Allahabad. Lord Canning sent forth the royal proclamation which announced that the queen had assumed the government of India. This proclamation declared the future policy of the British Rule in India.
[18] Who is called as the ‘Prophet of New India'?
A.
Dayanand Saraswati
B.
Sri Ramakrishna
C.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
D.
Swami Vivekananda
Ans:
Sri Ramakrishna
Explanation :
Swami Vivekananda called Swami Ramkrishna as the "Prophet of New India'. Ramakrishna, born Gadadhar Chattopadhyay, was a famous mystic of 19th century India. His religious school of thought led to the formation of the Ramakrishna Mission by his chief disciple Swami Vivekananda.
[19] Which of the following, according to Mahatma Gandhi, is the strongest force in the world?
A.
Non-violence of the brave
B.
Non-violence of the weak
C.
Non-violence of the coward
D.
Non-violence of the downtrodden
Ans:
Non-violence of the brave
Explanation :
According to Gandhi, Non violence is not passive It is active, creative, provocative and challenging Gandhi described non-violence as "A force more powerful than all the weapons of world combined." "No violence is the greatest and most active force in the world.
[20] Who attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalists at Brussels in 1927, on behalf of the National Congress?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Dr. Ansari
D.
Motilal Nehru
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
In February 1927, Jawaharlal Nehru on behalf of the National Congress attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalities at Brussels organized by political exiles and revolutionaries from the countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America suffering from economic or political imperialism.
[21] Who amongst the following made it possible for the Indians to enter the Indian Civil Service through an open competitive examination?
A.
William Bentinck
B.
Dalhousie
C.
Mayo
D.
Ripon
Ans:
Dalhousie
Explanation :
For a long time, only British officers were appointed to all covenanted posts. In 1832, the posts of musif and sadar amin were created and opened to Indians In 1833, the posts of deputy magistrate and deputy collector were created and opened to Indians.
[22] The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was -
A.
Lord Curzon
B.
Lord Macaulay
C.
Lord Bentinck
D.
Lord Hastings
Ans:
Lord Bentinck
Explanation :
English education was officially introduced in In-dia in 1835 by Governor-General William Bentinck. The English Education Act was a legislative Act of the Council of India in 1835 giving effect to a decision in 1835 by William Bentinck, 4th Duke of Portland; the then Governor-General of British India to reallocate funds the East India Company was required by the British Parliament to spend on education and literature in India.
[23] Which among the following regulations made English as a medium of education compulsory in government aided schools and colleges?
A.
Pitts India Act, 1784
B.
Educational Dispatch, 1854
C.
Macaulay Minute, 1835
D.
Regulating Act, 1773
Ans:
Macaulay Minute, 1835
Explanation :
Macaulay was Secretary to the Board of Control under Lord Grey from 1832 until 1833. After the passing of the Government of India Act 1833, he was appointed as the first Law Member of the Governo General's Council. He went to India in 1834. He served on the Supreme Council of India between 1834 and 1838.
[24] Who led the Salt Satyagraha Movement with Gandhi?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mridula Sarabhai
C.
Muthu Lakshmi
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
The Dandi march was undertaken by Gandhiji and about 78 of his followers, starting from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmadabad. The Satyagrahis set out on foot, for the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, about 240 miles away. The walk lasted for 23 days and passed through 48 villages.
[25] Sati was prohibited by -
A.
Warren Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord William Bentinck
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.
Explanation :
Surya Sen was an Indian freedom fighter who is noted for leading the 1930 Chittagong armoury raid in Chittagong of Bengal in British India on 18 April 1930. Although the group could loot the arms, they failed to get the ammunition. They hoisted the national flag on the premises of the armoury, and then escaped.
[4] Who introduced the "Doctrine of Lapse" to expand British territories in India?
A.
Lord Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord Dalhousie
Explanation :
The doctrine of lapse was an annexation policy purportedly devised by Lord Dalhousie, who was the Governor General for the East India Company in India between 1848 and 1856. This doctrine was based on the idea that in case a ruler of dependent state died childless, the right of ruling over the State reverted or 'lapsed' to the sovereign.
[5] The Sharda Act is related to -
A.
Upliftment of scheduled tribes
B.
Upliftment of minorities
C.
Child Marriage
D.
Empowerment of women
Ans:
Child Marriage
Explanation :
The Child Marriage Restraint Act 1929, passed on 28 September, 1929, is popularly known as the Sharda Act, after its sponsor Harbilas Sarda. It fixed the age of marriage for girls at 14 years and boys at 18 years which was later amended to 18 for girls and 21 for boys.
[6] Who established the 'Sharda Sadan', a school for Indian Widows in colonial India?
A.
Mahadev Govind Ranade
B.
Sarojini Naidu
C.
Dayanand Saraswati
D.
Pandita Ramabai
Ans:
Pandita Ramabai
Explanation :
Pandita Ramabai, an Indian social reformer, established Sharda Sadan' at Bombay in 1889 with an objective to provide shelter to the 'destitute high caste widows.' She also established the Mukti Mission in Pune, as a refuge for young widows deserted and abused by their families and 'Krupa Sadan,' a home for "fallen" women, who had been cast out of society.
[7] Who is the founder of the concept "Sarvodaya"?
A.
Vinobha Bhave
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Jai Prakash Narayan
D.
K G Mushroowala
Ans:
Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation :
Sarvodaya is a term meaning ‘Universal Uplift' or ‘Progress of All'. The term was first coined by Mohandas Gandhi as the title of his 1908 translation of John Ruskin's tract on political economy, "Unto This Last." Gandhi came to use the term for the ideal of his own political philosophy.
[8] Who is known as the Father of Indian Unrest'?
A.
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
B.
Lalalajpat Rai
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Bipin Chandrapal
Ans:
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Explanation :
The British colonial authorities called Bal Gangadhar Tilak "Father of the Indian unrest.' He roused the nation's consciousness for complete independence (famously thundering "Swaraj (total freedom) is my birthright and I shall have it'") and was revered as Lokmanya.
[9] The first meeting of the Indian National Congress held in 1885 was presided by -
A.
Shri P.M. Mehta
B.
Shri Womesh Chandra Barnnerjee
C.
D.E. Wacha
D.
S.N. Bannerjee
Ans:
Shri Womesh Chandra Barnnerjee
Explanation :
Womesh Chandra Bonnerjee was an Indian barrister who presided over the inaugural session of the Indian National Congress in Bombay in 1885. He was the president of the Indian National Congress again in the 1892 session in Allahabad where he denounced the position that India had to prove her worthiness for political freedom.
[10] Who founded the Indian National Party in Berlin during 1914?
A.
Subhash Chandra Bose
B.
W.C. Banerjee
C.
Surendranath Banerjee
D.
Champakaraman Pillai
Ans:
Champakaraman Pillai
Explanation :
Dr. Champak Raman Pillai established the Indian National Party in Berlin in 1914. The members of this party were Lala Hardayal, Tarak Nath Das, Mohammad Barkatullah, Raja Mahendra Pratap and Virendranath Chattopadhyaya.
[11] During Quit India Movement, Parallel Government' was constituted at:
A.
Varanasi
B.
Allahabad
C.
Lucknow
D.
Ballia
Ans:
Ballia
Explanation :
The Quit India Movement is notable for regional periences of parallel government. A minor uprising led by Chitu Pandey took place in Ballia in Uttar Pradesh where people overthrew the district admirnistration, broke open the jail, released the arrested Congress leaders and established their own independent rule.
[12] Who introduced 'doctrine of lapse?
A.
Lord Wellesley
B.
Lord Curzon
C.
Lord Dalhousie
D.
Lord Lytton
Ans:
Lord Dalhousie
Explanation :
The Doctrine of Lapse was an annexation policy purportedly devised by Lord Dalhousie who was the Governor General for the East India Company in India between 1848 and 1856.
[13] The Lahore Conspiracy Case was registered against whom?
A.
V.D. Savarkar
B.
Bhagat Singh
C.
Chandrashekhar Azacd
D.
Aurobindo Ghosh
Ans:
Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
Lahore Conspiracy Case refers to the trial of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev in 1931. On April 8 1929, Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt, two active members of the Hindustan Republican Socialist Association, went to the Central Legislative Assembly and threw a bomb at government benches and raised the slogan of Long Live the Revolution.
[14] Who among the following Portuguese captured Goa?
A.
Francisco de Almeida
B.
Alfonso de Albuquerque
C.
Vasco da Gama
D.
Roberto de Nobili
Ans:
Alfonso de Albuquerque
Explanation :
Alfonso de Albuquerque was a Portuguese fidalgo or nobleman, whose military and administrative activities as second governor of Portuguese India conquered and established the Portuguese colonial enmpire in the Indian Ocean.
[15] The Indian National Congress was formed during the Governor-Generalship of -
A.
Lord Ripon
B.
Lord William Bentick
C.
Lord Dufferin
D.
Lord Curzon
Ans:
Lord Dufferin
Explanation :
Lord Dufferin was as eighth Viceroy of India in 1884, Among other things, the Indian National Congress was founded during his term in 1885, and he laid the foundations for the modern Indian Army by establishing the Imperial Service Corps, officered by Indians.
[16] The slogan of Quit India Movement was given by -
A.
Sardar Patel
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Subhash Chandra Bose
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation :
In 1942, Gandhi organized Quit India movement and called on all Congressmen and Indians to maintain discipline via ahimsa, and Karo ya maro ("Do or die") in the cause of ultimate freedom.
[17] Where was the Royal Durbar held on November 1st, 1858 to issue the Queen's proclamation?
A.
Lucknow
B.
Cawnpore
C.
Delhi
D.
Kanpur
Ans:
Lucknow
Explanation :
On November 1, 1858, a grand Darbar was held at Allahabad. Lord Canning sent forth the royal proclamation which announced that the queen had assumed the government of India. This proclamation declared the future policy of the British Rule in India.
[18] Who is called as the ‘Prophet of New India'?
A.
Dayanand Saraswati
B.
Sri Ramakrishna
C.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
D.
Swami Vivekananda
Ans:
Sri Ramakrishna
Explanation :
Swami Vivekananda called Swami Ramkrishna as the "Prophet of New India'. Ramakrishna, born Gadadhar Chattopadhyay, was a famous mystic of 19th century India. His religious school of thought led to the formation of the Ramakrishna Mission by his chief disciple Swami Vivekananda.
[19] Which of the following, according to Mahatma Gandhi, is the strongest force in the world?
A.
Non-violence of the brave
B.
Non-violence of the weak
C.
Non-violence of the coward
D.
Non-violence of the downtrodden
Ans:
Non-violence of the brave
Explanation :
According to Gandhi, Non violence is not passive It is active, creative, provocative and challenging Gandhi described non-violence as "A force more powerful than all the weapons of world combined." "No violence is the greatest and most active force in the world.
[20] Who attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalists at Brussels in 1927, on behalf of the National Congress?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Dr. Ansari
D.
Motilal Nehru
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
In February 1927, Jawaharlal Nehru on behalf of the National Congress attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalities at Brussels organized by political exiles and revolutionaries from the countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America suffering from economic or political imperialism.
[21] Who amongst the following made it possible for the Indians to enter the Indian Civil Service through an open competitive examination?
A.
William Bentinck
B.
Dalhousie
C.
Mayo
D.
Ripon
Ans:
Dalhousie
Explanation :
For a long time, only British officers were appointed to all covenanted posts. In 1832, the posts of musif and sadar amin were created and opened to Indians In 1833, the posts of deputy magistrate and deputy collector were created and opened to Indians.
[22] The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was -
A.
Lord Curzon
B.
Lord Macaulay
C.
Lord Bentinck
D.
Lord Hastings
Ans:
Lord Bentinck
Explanation :
English education was officially introduced in In-dia in 1835 by Governor-General William Bentinck. The English Education Act was a legislative Act of the Council of India in 1835 giving effect to a decision in 1835 by William Bentinck, 4th Duke of Portland; the then Governor-General of British India to reallocate funds the East India Company was required by the British Parliament to spend on education and literature in India.
[23] Which among the following regulations made English as a medium of education compulsory in government aided schools and colleges?
A.
Pitts India Act, 1784
B.
Educational Dispatch, 1854
C.
Macaulay Minute, 1835
D.
Regulating Act, 1773
Ans:
Macaulay Minute, 1835
Explanation :
Macaulay was Secretary to the Board of Control under Lord Grey from 1832 until 1833. After the passing of the Government of India Act 1833, he was appointed as the first Law Member of the Governo General's Council. He went to India in 1834. He served on the Supreme Council of India between 1834 and 1838.
[24] Who led the Salt Satyagraha Movement with Gandhi?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mridula Sarabhai
C.
Muthu Lakshmi
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
The Dandi march was undertaken by Gandhiji and about 78 of his followers, starting from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmadabad. The Satyagrahis set out on foot, for the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, about 240 miles away. The walk lasted for 23 days and passed through 48 villages.
[25] Sati was prohibited by -
A.
Warren Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord William Bentinck
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.
Explanation :
The Child Marriage Restraint Act 1929, passed on 28 September, 1929, is popularly known as the Sharda Act, after its sponsor Harbilas Sarda. It fixed the age of marriage for girls at 14 years and boys at 18 years which was later amended to 18 for girls and 21 for boys.
[6] Who established the 'Sharda Sadan', a school for Indian Widows in colonial India?
A.
Mahadev Govind Ranade
B.
Sarojini Naidu
C.
Dayanand Saraswati
D.
Pandita Ramabai
Ans:
Pandita Ramabai
Explanation :
Pandita Ramabai, an Indian social reformer, established Sharda Sadan' at Bombay in 1889 with an objective to provide shelter to the 'destitute high caste widows.' She also established the Mukti Mission in Pune, as a refuge for young widows deserted and abused by their families and 'Krupa Sadan,' a home for "fallen" women, who had been cast out of society.
[7] Who is the founder of the concept "Sarvodaya"?
A.
Vinobha Bhave
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Jai Prakash Narayan
D.
K G Mushroowala
Ans:
Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation :
Sarvodaya is a term meaning ‘Universal Uplift' or ‘Progress of All'. The term was first coined by Mohandas Gandhi as the title of his 1908 translation of John Ruskin's tract on political economy, "Unto This Last." Gandhi came to use the term for the ideal of his own political philosophy.
[8] Who is known as the Father of Indian Unrest'?
A.
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
B.
Lalalajpat Rai
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Bipin Chandrapal
Ans:
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Explanation :
The British colonial authorities called Bal Gangadhar Tilak "Father of the Indian unrest.' He roused the nation's consciousness for complete independence (famously thundering "Swaraj (total freedom) is my birthright and I shall have it'") and was revered as Lokmanya.
[9] The first meeting of the Indian National Congress held in 1885 was presided by -
A.
Shri P.M. Mehta
B.
Shri Womesh Chandra Barnnerjee
C.
D.E. Wacha
D.
S.N. Bannerjee
Ans:
Shri Womesh Chandra Barnnerjee
Explanation :
Womesh Chandra Bonnerjee was an Indian barrister who presided over the inaugural session of the Indian National Congress in Bombay in 1885. He was the president of the Indian National Congress again in the 1892 session in Allahabad where he denounced the position that India had to prove her worthiness for political freedom.
[10] Who founded the Indian National Party in Berlin during 1914?
A.
Subhash Chandra Bose
B.
W.C. Banerjee
C.
Surendranath Banerjee
D.
Champakaraman Pillai
Ans:
Champakaraman Pillai
Explanation :
Dr. Champak Raman Pillai established the Indian National Party in Berlin in 1914. The members of this party were Lala Hardayal, Tarak Nath Das, Mohammad Barkatullah, Raja Mahendra Pratap and Virendranath Chattopadhyaya.
[11] During Quit India Movement, Parallel Government' was constituted at:
A.
Varanasi
B.
Allahabad
C.
Lucknow
D.
Ballia
Ans:
Ballia
Explanation :
The Quit India Movement is notable for regional periences of parallel government. A minor uprising led by Chitu Pandey took place in Ballia in Uttar Pradesh where people overthrew the district admirnistration, broke open the jail, released the arrested Congress leaders and established their own independent rule.
[12] Who introduced 'doctrine of lapse?
A.
Lord Wellesley
B.
Lord Curzon
C.
Lord Dalhousie
D.
Lord Lytton
Ans:
Lord Dalhousie
Explanation :
The Doctrine of Lapse was an annexation policy purportedly devised by Lord Dalhousie who was the Governor General for the East India Company in India between 1848 and 1856.
[13] The Lahore Conspiracy Case was registered against whom?
A.
V.D. Savarkar
B.
Bhagat Singh
C.
Chandrashekhar Azacd
D.
Aurobindo Ghosh
Ans:
Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
Lahore Conspiracy Case refers to the trial of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev in 1931. On April 8 1929, Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt, two active members of the Hindustan Republican Socialist Association, went to the Central Legislative Assembly and threw a bomb at government benches and raised the slogan of Long Live the Revolution.
[14] Who among the following Portuguese captured Goa?
A.
Francisco de Almeida
B.
Alfonso de Albuquerque
C.
Vasco da Gama
D.
Roberto de Nobili
Ans:
Alfonso de Albuquerque
Explanation :
Alfonso de Albuquerque was a Portuguese fidalgo or nobleman, whose military and administrative activities as second governor of Portuguese India conquered and established the Portuguese colonial enmpire in the Indian Ocean.
[15] The Indian National Congress was formed during the Governor-Generalship of -
A.
Lord Ripon
B.
Lord William Bentick
C.
Lord Dufferin
D.
Lord Curzon
Ans:
Lord Dufferin
Explanation :
Lord Dufferin was as eighth Viceroy of India in 1884, Among other things, the Indian National Congress was founded during his term in 1885, and he laid the foundations for the modern Indian Army by establishing the Imperial Service Corps, officered by Indians.
[16] The slogan of Quit India Movement was given by -
A.
Sardar Patel
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Subhash Chandra Bose
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation :
In 1942, Gandhi organized Quit India movement and called on all Congressmen and Indians to maintain discipline via ahimsa, and Karo ya maro ("Do or die") in the cause of ultimate freedom.
[17] Where was the Royal Durbar held on November 1st, 1858 to issue the Queen's proclamation?
A.
Lucknow
B.
Cawnpore
C.
Delhi
D.
Kanpur
Ans:
Lucknow
Explanation :
On November 1, 1858, a grand Darbar was held at Allahabad. Lord Canning sent forth the royal proclamation which announced that the queen had assumed the government of India. This proclamation declared the future policy of the British Rule in India.
[18] Who is called as the ‘Prophet of New India'?
A.
Dayanand Saraswati
B.
Sri Ramakrishna
C.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
D.
Swami Vivekananda
Ans:
Sri Ramakrishna
Explanation :
Swami Vivekananda called Swami Ramkrishna as the "Prophet of New India'. Ramakrishna, born Gadadhar Chattopadhyay, was a famous mystic of 19th century India. His religious school of thought led to the formation of the Ramakrishna Mission by his chief disciple Swami Vivekananda.
[19] Which of the following, according to Mahatma Gandhi, is the strongest force in the world?
A.
Non-violence of the brave
B.
Non-violence of the weak
C.
Non-violence of the coward
D.
Non-violence of the downtrodden
Ans:
Non-violence of the brave
Explanation :
According to Gandhi, Non violence is not passive It is active, creative, provocative and challenging Gandhi described non-violence as "A force more powerful than all the weapons of world combined." "No violence is the greatest and most active force in the world.
[20] Who attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalists at Brussels in 1927, on behalf of the National Congress?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Dr. Ansari
D.
Motilal Nehru
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
In February 1927, Jawaharlal Nehru on behalf of the National Congress attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalities at Brussels organized by political exiles and revolutionaries from the countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America suffering from economic or political imperialism.
[21] Who amongst the following made it possible for the Indians to enter the Indian Civil Service through an open competitive examination?
A.
William Bentinck
B.
Dalhousie
C.
Mayo
D.
Ripon
Ans:
Dalhousie
Explanation :
For a long time, only British officers were appointed to all covenanted posts. In 1832, the posts of musif and sadar amin were created and opened to Indians In 1833, the posts of deputy magistrate and deputy collector were created and opened to Indians.
[22] The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was -
A.
Lord Curzon
B.
Lord Macaulay
C.
Lord Bentinck
D.
Lord Hastings
Ans:
Lord Bentinck
Explanation :
English education was officially introduced in In-dia in 1835 by Governor-General William Bentinck. The English Education Act was a legislative Act of the Council of India in 1835 giving effect to a decision in 1835 by William Bentinck, 4th Duke of Portland; the then Governor-General of British India to reallocate funds the East India Company was required by the British Parliament to spend on education and literature in India.
[23] Which among the following regulations made English as a medium of education compulsory in government aided schools and colleges?
A.
Pitts India Act, 1784
B.
Educational Dispatch, 1854
C.
Macaulay Minute, 1835
D.
Regulating Act, 1773
Ans:
Macaulay Minute, 1835
Explanation :
Macaulay was Secretary to the Board of Control under Lord Grey from 1832 until 1833. After the passing of the Government of India Act 1833, he was appointed as the first Law Member of the Governo General's Council. He went to India in 1834. He served on the Supreme Council of India between 1834 and 1838.
[24] Who led the Salt Satyagraha Movement with Gandhi?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mridula Sarabhai
C.
Muthu Lakshmi
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
The Dandi march was undertaken by Gandhiji and about 78 of his followers, starting from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmadabad. The Satyagrahis set out on foot, for the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, about 240 miles away. The walk lasted for 23 days and passed through 48 villages.
[25] Sati was prohibited by -
A.
Warren Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord William Bentinck
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.
Explanation :
Sarvodaya is a term meaning ‘Universal Uplift' or ‘Progress of All'. The term was first coined by Mohandas Gandhi as the title of his 1908 translation of John Ruskin's tract on political economy, "Unto This Last." Gandhi came to use the term for the ideal of his own political philosophy.
[8] Who is known as the Father of Indian Unrest'?
A.
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
B.
Lalalajpat Rai
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Bipin Chandrapal
Ans:
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Explanation :
The British colonial authorities called Bal Gangadhar Tilak "Father of the Indian unrest.' He roused the nation's consciousness for complete independence (famously thundering "Swaraj (total freedom) is my birthright and I shall have it'") and was revered as Lokmanya.
[9] The first meeting of the Indian National Congress held in 1885 was presided by -
A.
Shri P.M. Mehta
B.
Shri Womesh Chandra Barnnerjee
C.
D.E. Wacha
D.
S.N. Bannerjee
Ans:
Shri Womesh Chandra Barnnerjee
Explanation :
Womesh Chandra Bonnerjee was an Indian barrister who presided over the inaugural session of the Indian National Congress in Bombay in 1885. He was the president of the Indian National Congress again in the 1892 session in Allahabad where he denounced the position that India had to prove her worthiness for political freedom.
[10] Who founded the Indian National Party in Berlin during 1914?
A.
Subhash Chandra Bose
B.
W.C. Banerjee
C.
Surendranath Banerjee
D.
Champakaraman Pillai
Ans:
Champakaraman Pillai
Explanation :
Dr. Champak Raman Pillai established the Indian National Party in Berlin in 1914. The members of this party were Lala Hardayal, Tarak Nath Das, Mohammad Barkatullah, Raja Mahendra Pratap and Virendranath Chattopadhyaya.
[11] During Quit India Movement, Parallel Government' was constituted at:
A.
Varanasi
B.
Allahabad
C.
Lucknow
D.
Ballia
Ans:
Ballia
Explanation :
The Quit India Movement is notable for regional periences of parallel government. A minor uprising led by Chitu Pandey took place in Ballia in Uttar Pradesh where people overthrew the district admirnistration, broke open the jail, released the arrested Congress leaders and established their own independent rule.
[12] Who introduced 'doctrine of lapse?
A.
Lord Wellesley
B.
Lord Curzon
C.
Lord Dalhousie
D.
Lord Lytton
Ans:
Lord Dalhousie
Explanation :
The Doctrine of Lapse was an annexation policy purportedly devised by Lord Dalhousie who was the Governor General for the East India Company in India between 1848 and 1856.
[13] The Lahore Conspiracy Case was registered against whom?
A.
V.D. Savarkar
B.
Bhagat Singh
C.
Chandrashekhar Azacd
D.
Aurobindo Ghosh
Ans:
Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
Lahore Conspiracy Case refers to the trial of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev in 1931. On April 8 1929, Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt, two active members of the Hindustan Republican Socialist Association, went to the Central Legislative Assembly and threw a bomb at government benches and raised the slogan of Long Live the Revolution.
[14] Who among the following Portuguese captured Goa?
A.
Francisco de Almeida
B.
Alfonso de Albuquerque
C.
Vasco da Gama
D.
Roberto de Nobili
Ans:
Alfonso de Albuquerque
Explanation :
Alfonso de Albuquerque was a Portuguese fidalgo or nobleman, whose military and administrative activities as second governor of Portuguese India conquered and established the Portuguese colonial enmpire in the Indian Ocean.
[15] The Indian National Congress was formed during the Governor-Generalship of -
A.
Lord Ripon
B.
Lord William Bentick
C.
Lord Dufferin
D.
Lord Curzon
Ans:
Lord Dufferin
Explanation :
Lord Dufferin was as eighth Viceroy of India in 1884, Among other things, the Indian National Congress was founded during his term in 1885, and he laid the foundations for the modern Indian Army by establishing the Imperial Service Corps, officered by Indians.
[16] The slogan of Quit India Movement was given by -
A.
Sardar Patel
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Subhash Chandra Bose
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation :
In 1942, Gandhi organized Quit India movement and called on all Congressmen and Indians to maintain discipline via ahimsa, and Karo ya maro ("Do or die") in the cause of ultimate freedom.
[17] Where was the Royal Durbar held on November 1st, 1858 to issue the Queen's proclamation?
A.
Lucknow
B.
Cawnpore
C.
Delhi
D.
Kanpur
Ans:
Lucknow
Explanation :
On November 1, 1858, a grand Darbar was held at Allahabad. Lord Canning sent forth the royal proclamation which announced that the queen had assumed the government of India. This proclamation declared the future policy of the British Rule in India.
[18] Who is called as the ‘Prophet of New India'?
A.
Dayanand Saraswati
B.
Sri Ramakrishna
C.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
D.
Swami Vivekananda
Ans:
Sri Ramakrishna
Explanation :
Swami Vivekananda called Swami Ramkrishna as the "Prophet of New India'. Ramakrishna, born Gadadhar Chattopadhyay, was a famous mystic of 19th century India. His religious school of thought led to the formation of the Ramakrishna Mission by his chief disciple Swami Vivekananda.
[19] Which of the following, according to Mahatma Gandhi, is the strongest force in the world?
A.
Non-violence of the brave
B.
Non-violence of the weak
C.
Non-violence of the coward
D.
Non-violence of the downtrodden
Ans:
Non-violence of the brave
Explanation :
According to Gandhi, Non violence is not passive It is active, creative, provocative and challenging Gandhi described non-violence as "A force more powerful than all the weapons of world combined." "No violence is the greatest and most active force in the world.
[20] Who attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalists at Brussels in 1927, on behalf of the National Congress?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Dr. Ansari
D.
Motilal Nehru
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
In February 1927, Jawaharlal Nehru on behalf of the National Congress attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalities at Brussels organized by political exiles and revolutionaries from the countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America suffering from economic or political imperialism.
[21] Who amongst the following made it possible for the Indians to enter the Indian Civil Service through an open competitive examination?
A.
William Bentinck
B.
Dalhousie
C.
Mayo
D.
Ripon
Ans:
Dalhousie
Explanation :
For a long time, only British officers were appointed to all covenanted posts. In 1832, the posts of musif and sadar amin were created and opened to Indians In 1833, the posts of deputy magistrate and deputy collector were created and opened to Indians.
[22] The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was -
A.
Lord Curzon
B.
Lord Macaulay
C.
Lord Bentinck
D.
Lord Hastings
Ans:
Lord Bentinck
Explanation :
English education was officially introduced in In-dia in 1835 by Governor-General William Bentinck. The English Education Act was a legislative Act of the Council of India in 1835 giving effect to a decision in 1835 by William Bentinck, 4th Duke of Portland; the then Governor-General of British India to reallocate funds the East India Company was required by the British Parliament to spend on education and literature in India.
[23] Which among the following regulations made English as a medium of education compulsory in government aided schools and colleges?
A.
Pitts India Act, 1784
B.
Educational Dispatch, 1854
C.
Macaulay Minute, 1835
D.
Regulating Act, 1773
Ans:
Macaulay Minute, 1835
Explanation :
Macaulay was Secretary to the Board of Control under Lord Grey from 1832 until 1833. After the passing of the Government of India Act 1833, he was appointed as the first Law Member of the Governo General's Council. He went to India in 1834. He served on the Supreme Council of India between 1834 and 1838.
[24] Who led the Salt Satyagraha Movement with Gandhi?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mridula Sarabhai
C.
Muthu Lakshmi
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
The Dandi march was undertaken by Gandhiji and about 78 of his followers, starting from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmadabad. The Satyagrahis set out on foot, for the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, about 240 miles away. The walk lasted for 23 days and passed through 48 villages.
[25] Sati was prohibited by -
A.
Warren Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord William Bentinck
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.
Explanation :
Womesh Chandra Bonnerjee was an Indian barrister who presided over the inaugural session of the Indian National Congress in Bombay in 1885. He was the president of the Indian National Congress again in the 1892 session in Allahabad where he denounced the position that India had to prove her worthiness for political freedom.
[10] Who founded the Indian National Party in Berlin during 1914?
A.
Subhash Chandra Bose
B.
W.C. Banerjee
C.
Surendranath Banerjee
D.
Champakaraman Pillai
Ans:
Champakaraman Pillai
Explanation :
Dr. Champak Raman Pillai established the Indian National Party in Berlin in 1914. The members of this party were Lala Hardayal, Tarak Nath Das, Mohammad Barkatullah, Raja Mahendra Pratap and Virendranath Chattopadhyaya.
[11] During Quit India Movement, Parallel Government' was constituted at:
A.
Varanasi
B.
Allahabad
C.
Lucknow
D.
Ballia
Ans:
Ballia
Explanation :
The Quit India Movement is notable for regional periences of parallel government. A minor uprising led by Chitu Pandey took place in Ballia in Uttar Pradesh where people overthrew the district admirnistration, broke open the jail, released the arrested Congress leaders and established their own independent rule.
[12] Who introduced 'doctrine of lapse?
A.
Lord Wellesley
B.
Lord Curzon
C.
Lord Dalhousie
D.
Lord Lytton
Ans:
Lord Dalhousie
Explanation :
The Doctrine of Lapse was an annexation policy purportedly devised by Lord Dalhousie who was the Governor General for the East India Company in India between 1848 and 1856.
[13] The Lahore Conspiracy Case was registered against whom?
A.
V.D. Savarkar
B.
Bhagat Singh
C.
Chandrashekhar Azacd
D.
Aurobindo Ghosh
Ans:
Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
Lahore Conspiracy Case refers to the trial of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev in 1931. On April 8 1929, Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt, two active members of the Hindustan Republican Socialist Association, went to the Central Legislative Assembly and threw a bomb at government benches and raised the slogan of Long Live the Revolution.
[14] Who among the following Portuguese captured Goa?
A.
Francisco de Almeida
B.
Alfonso de Albuquerque
C.
Vasco da Gama
D.
Roberto de Nobili
Ans:
Alfonso de Albuquerque
Explanation :
Alfonso de Albuquerque was a Portuguese fidalgo or nobleman, whose military and administrative activities as second governor of Portuguese India conquered and established the Portuguese colonial enmpire in the Indian Ocean.
[15] The Indian National Congress was formed during the Governor-Generalship of -
A.
Lord Ripon
B.
Lord William Bentick
C.
Lord Dufferin
D.
Lord Curzon
Ans:
Lord Dufferin
Explanation :
Lord Dufferin was as eighth Viceroy of India in 1884, Among other things, the Indian National Congress was founded during his term in 1885, and he laid the foundations for the modern Indian Army by establishing the Imperial Service Corps, officered by Indians.
[16] The slogan of Quit India Movement was given by -
A.
Sardar Patel
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Subhash Chandra Bose
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation :
In 1942, Gandhi organized Quit India movement and called on all Congressmen and Indians to maintain discipline via ahimsa, and Karo ya maro ("Do or die") in the cause of ultimate freedom.
[17] Where was the Royal Durbar held on November 1st, 1858 to issue the Queen's proclamation?
A.
Lucknow
B.
Cawnpore
C.
Delhi
D.
Kanpur
Ans:
Lucknow
Explanation :
On November 1, 1858, a grand Darbar was held at Allahabad. Lord Canning sent forth the royal proclamation which announced that the queen had assumed the government of India. This proclamation declared the future policy of the British Rule in India.
[18] Who is called as the ‘Prophet of New India'?
A.
Dayanand Saraswati
B.
Sri Ramakrishna
C.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
D.
Swami Vivekananda
Ans:
Sri Ramakrishna
Explanation :
Swami Vivekananda called Swami Ramkrishna as the "Prophet of New India'. Ramakrishna, born Gadadhar Chattopadhyay, was a famous mystic of 19th century India. His religious school of thought led to the formation of the Ramakrishna Mission by his chief disciple Swami Vivekananda.
[19] Which of the following, according to Mahatma Gandhi, is the strongest force in the world?
A.
Non-violence of the brave
B.
Non-violence of the weak
C.
Non-violence of the coward
D.
Non-violence of the downtrodden
Ans:
Non-violence of the brave
Explanation :
According to Gandhi, Non violence is not passive It is active, creative, provocative and challenging Gandhi described non-violence as "A force more powerful than all the weapons of world combined." "No violence is the greatest and most active force in the world.
[20] Who attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalists at Brussels in 1927, on behalf of the National Congress?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Dr. Ansari
D.
Motilal Nehru
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
In February 1927, Jawaharlal Nehru on behalf of the National Congress attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalities at Brussels organized by political exiles and revolutionaries from the countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America suffering from economic or political imperialism.
[21] Who amongst the following made it possible for the Indians to enter the Indian Civil Service through an open competitive examination?
A.
William Bentinck
B.
Dalhousie
C.
Mayo
D.
Ripon
Ans:
Dalhousie
Explanation :
For a long time, only British officers were appointed to all covenanted posts. In 1832, the posts of musif and sadar amin were created and opened to Indians In 1833, the posts of deputy magistrate and deputy collector were created and opened to Indians.
[22] The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was -
A.
Lord Curzon
B.
Lord Macaulay
C.
Lord Bentinck
D.
Lord Hastings
Ans:
Lord Bentinck
Explanation :
English education was officially introduced in In-dia in 1835 by Governor-General William Bentinck. The English Education Act was a legislative Act of the Council of India in 1835 giving effect to a decision in 1835 by William Bentinck, 4th Duke of Portland; the then Governor-General of British India to reallocate funds the East India Company was required by the British Parliament to spend on education and literature in India.
[23] Which among the following regulations made English as a medium of education compulsory in government aided schools and colleges?
A.
Pitts India Act, 1784
B.
Educational Dispatch, 1854
C.
Macaulay Minute, 1835
D.
Regulating Act, 1773
Ans:
Macaulay Minute, 1835
Explanation :
Macaulay was Secretary to the Board of Control under Lord Grey from 1832 until 1833. After the passing of the Government of India Act 1833, he was appointed as the first Law Member of the Governo General's Council. He went to India in 1834. He served on the Supreme Council of India between 1834 and 1838.
[24] Who led the Salt Satyagraha Movement with Gandhi?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mridula Sarabhai
C.
Muthu Lakshmi
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
The Dandi march was undertaken by Gandhiji and about 78 of his followers, starting from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmadabad. The Satyagrahis set out on foot, for the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, about 240 miles away. The walk lasted for 23 days and passed through 48 villages.
[25] Sati was prohibited by -
A.
Warren Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord William Bentinck
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.
Explanation :
The Quit India Movement is notable for regional periences of parallel government. A minor uprising led by Chitu Pandey took place in Ballia in Uttar Pradesh where people overthrew the district admirnistration, broke open the jail, released the arrested Congress leaders and established their own independent rule.
[12] Who introduced 'doctrine of lapse?
A.
Lord Wellesley
B.
Lord Curzon
C.
Lord Dalhousie
D.
Lord Lytton
Ans:
Lord Dalhousie
Explanation :
The Doctrine of Lapse was an annexation policy purportedly devised by Lord Dalhousie who was the Governor General for the East India Company in India between 1848 and 1856.
[13] The Lahore Conspiracy Case was registered against whom?
A.
V.D. Savarkar
B.
Bhagat Singh
C.
Chandrashekhar Azacd
D.
Aurobindo Ghosh
Ans:
Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
Lahore Conspiracy Case refers to the trial of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev in 1931. On April 8 1929, Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt, two active members of the Hindustan Republican Socialist Association, went to the Central Legislative Assembly and threw a bomb at government benches and raised the slogan of Long Live the Revolution.
[14] Who among the following Portuguese captured Goa?
A.
Francisco de Almeida
B.
Alfonso de Albuquerque
C.
Vasco da Gama
D.
Roberto de Nobili
Ans:
Alfonso de Albuquerque
Explanation :
Alfonso de Albuquerque was a Portuguese fidalgo or nobleman, whose military and administrative activities as second governor of Portuguese India conquered and established the Portuguese colonial enmpire in the Indian Ocean.
[15] The Indian National Congress was formed during the Governor-Generalship of -
A.
Lord Ripon
B.
Lord William Bentick
C.
Lord Dufferin
D.
Lord Curzon
Ans:
Lord Dufferin
Explanation :
Lord Dufferin was as eighth Viceroy of India in 1884, Among other things, the Indian National Congress was founded during his term in 1885, and he laid the foundations for the modern Indian Army by establishing the Imperial Service Corps, officered by Indians.
[16] The slogan of Quit India Movement was given by -
A.
Sardar Patel
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Subhash Chandra Bose
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation :
In 1942, Gandhi organized Quit India movement and called on all Congressmen and Indians to maintain discipline via ahimsa, and Karo ya maro ("Do or die") in the cause of ultimate freedom.
[17] Where was the Royal Durbar held on November 1st, 1858 to issue the Queen's proclamation?
A.
Lucknow
B.
Cawnpore
C.
Delhi
D.
Kanpur
Ans:
Lucknow
Explanation :
On November 1, 1858, a grand Darbar was held at Allahabad. Lord Canning sent forth the royal proclamation which announced that the queen had assumed the government of India. This proclamation declared the future policy of the British Rule in India.
[18] Who is called as the ‘Prophet of New India'?
A.
Dayanand Saraswati
B.
Sri Ramakrishna
C.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
D.
Swami Vivekananda
Ans:
Sri Ramakrishna
Explanation :
Swami Vivekananda called Swami Ramkrishna as the "Prophet of New India'. Ramakrishna, born Gadadhar Chattopadhyay, was a famous mystic of 19th century India. His religious school of thought led to the formation of the Ramakrishna Mission by his chief disciple Swami Vivekananda.
[19] Which of the following, according to Mahatma Gandhi, is the strongest force in the world?
A.
Non-violence of the brave
B.
Non-violence of the weak
C.
Non-violence of the coward
D.
Non-violence of the downtrodden
Ans:
Non-violence of the brave
Explanation :
According to Gandhi, Non violence is not passive It is active, creative, provocative and challenging Gandhi described non-violence as "A force more powerful than all the weapons of world combined." "No violence is the greatest and most active force in the world.
[20] Who attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalists at Brussels in 1927, on behalf of the National Congress?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Dr. Ansari
D.
Motilal Nehru
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
In February 1927, Jawaharlal Nehru on behalf of the National Congress attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalities at Brussels organized by political exiles and revolutionaries from the countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America suffering from economic or political imperialism.
[21] Who amongst the following made it possible for the Indians to enter the Indian Civil Service through an open competitive examination?
A.
William Bentinck
B.
Dalhousie
C.
Mayo
D.
Ripon
Ans:
Dalhousie
Explanation :
For a long time, only British officers were appointed to all covenanted posts. In 1832, the posts of musif and sadar amin were created and opened to Indians In 1833, the posts of deputy magistrate and deputy collector were created and opened to Indians.
[22] The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was -
A.
Lord Curzon
B.
Lord Macaulay
C.
Lord Bentinck
D.
Lord Hastings
Ans:
Lord Bentinck
Explanation :
English education was officially introduced in In-dia in 1835 by Governor-General William Bentinck. The English Education Act was a legislative Act of the Council of India in 1835 giving effect to a decision in 1835 by William Bentinck, 4th Duke of Portland; the then Governor-General of British India to reallocate funds the East India Company was required by the British Parliament to spend on education and literature in India.
[23] Which among the following regulations made English as a medium of education compulsory in government aided schools and colleges?
A.
Pitts India Act, 1784
B.
Educational Dispatch, 1854
C.
Macaulay Minute, 1835
D.
Regulating Act, 1773
Ans:
Macaulay Minute, 1835
Explanation :
Macaulay was Secretary to the Board of Control under Lord Grey from 1832 until 1833. After the passing of the Government of India Act 1833, he was appointed as the first Law Member of the Governo General's Council. He went to India in 1834. He served on the Supreme Council of India between 1834 and 1838.
[24] Who led the Salt Satyagraha Movement with Gandhi?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mridula Sarabhai
C.
Muthu Lakshmi
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
The Dandi march was undertaken by Gandhiji and about 78 of his followers, starting from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmadabad. The Satyagrahis set out on foot, for the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, about 240 miles away. The walk lasted for 23 days and passed through 48 villages.
[25] Sati was prohibited by -
A.
Warren Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord William Bentinck
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.
Explanation :
Lahore Conspiracy Case refers to the trial of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev in 1931. On April 8 1929, Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt, two active members of the Hindustan Republican Socialist Association, went to the Central Legislative Assembly and threw a bomb at government benches and raised the slogan of Long Live the Revolution.
[14] Who among the following Portuguese captured Goa?
A.
Francisco de Almeida
B.
Alfonso de Albuquerque
C.
Vasco da Gama
D.
Roberto de Nobili
Ans:
Alfonso de Albuquerque
Explanation :
Alfonso de Albuquerque was a Portuguese fidalgo or nobleman, whose military and administrative activities as second governor of Portuguese India conquered and established the Portuguese colonial enmpire in the Indian Ocean.
[15] The Indian National Congress was formed during the Governor-Generalship of -
A.
Lord Ripon
B.
Lord William Bentick
C.
Lord Dufferin
D.
Lord Curzon
Ans:
Lord Dufferin
Explanation :
Lord Dufferin was as eighth Viceroy of India in 1884, Among other things, the Indian National Congress was founded during his term in 1885, and he laid the foundations for the modern Indian Army by establishing the Imperial Service Corps, officered by Indians.
[16] The slogan of Quit India Movement was given by -
A.
Sardar Patel
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Subhash Chandra Bose
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation :
In 1942, Gandhi organized Quit India movement and called on all Congressmen and Indians to maintain discipline via ahimsa, and Karo ya maro ("Do or die") in the cause of ultimate freedom.
[17] Where was the Royal Durbar held on November 1st, 1858 to issue the Queen's proclamation?
A.
Lucknow
B.
Cawnpore
C.
Delhi
D.
Kanpur
Ans:
Lucknow
Explanation :
On November 1, 1858, a grand Darbar was held at Allahabad. Lord Canning sent forth the royal proclamation which announced that the queen had assumed the government of India. This proclamation declared the future policy of the British Rule in India.
[18] Who is called as the ‘Prophet of New India'?
A.
Dayanand Saraswati
B.
Sri Ramakrishna
C.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
D.
Swami Vivekananda
Ans:
Sri Ramakrishna
Explanation :
Swami Vivekananda called Swami Ramkrishna as the "Prophet of New India'. Ramakrishna, born Gadadhar Chattopadhyay, was a famous mystic of 19th century India. His religious school of thought led to the formation of the Ramakrishna Mission by his chief disciple Swami Vivekananda.
[19] Which of the following, according to Mahatma Gandhi, is the strongest force in the world?
A.
Non-violence of the brave
B.
Non-violence of the weak
C.
Non-violence of the coward
D.
Non-violence of the downtrodden
Ans:
Non-violence of the brave
Explanation :
According to Gandhi, Non violence is not passive It is active, creative, provocative and challenging Gandhi described non-violence as "A force more powerful than all the weapons of world combined." "No violence is the greatest and most active force in the world.
[20] Who attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalists at Brussels in 1927, on behalf of the National Congress?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Dr. Ansari
D.
Motilal Nehru
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
In February 1927, Jawaharlal Nehru on behalf of the National Congress attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalities at Brussels organized by political exiles and revolutionaries from the countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America suffering from economic or political imperialism.
[21] Who amongst the following made it possible for the Indians to enter the Indian Civil Service through an open competitive examination?
A.
William Bentinck
B.
Dalhousie
C.
Mayo
D.
Ripon
Ans:
Dalhousie
Explanation :
For a long time, only British officers were appointed to all covenanted posts. In 1832, the posts of musif and sadar amin were created and opened to Indians In 1833, the posts of deputy magistrate and deputy collector were created and opened to Indians.
[22] The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was -
A.
Lord Curzon
B.
Lord Macaulay
C.
Lord Bentinck
D.
Lord Hastings
Ans:
Lord Bentinck
Explanation :
English education was officially introduced in In-dia in 1835 by Governor-General William Bentinck. The English Education Act was a legislative Act of the Council of India in 1835 giving effect to a decision in 1835 by William Bentinck, 4th Duke of Portland; the then Governor-General of British India to reallocate funds the East India Company was required by the British Parliament to spend on education and literature in India.
[23] Which among the following regulations made English as a medium of education compulsory in government aided schools and colleges?
A.
Pitts India Act, 1784
B.
Educational Dispatch, 1854
C.
Macaulay Minute, 1835
D.
Regulating Act, 1773
Ans:
Macaulay Minute, 1835
Explanation :
Macaulay was Secretary to the Board of Control under Lord Grey from 1832 until 1833. After the passing of the Government of India Act 1833, he was appointed as the first Law Member of the Governo General's Council. He went to India in 1834. He served on the Supreme Council of India between 1834 and 1838.
[24] Who led the Salt Satyagraha Movement with Gandhi?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mridula Sarabhai
C.
Muthu Lakshmi
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
The Dandi march was undertaken by Gandhiji and about 78 of his followers, starting from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmadabad. The Satyagrahis set out on foot, for the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, about 240 miles away. The walk lasted for 23 days and passed through 48 villages.
[25] Sati was prohibited by -
A.
Warren Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord William Bentinck
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.
Explanation :
Lord Dufferin was as eighth Viceroy of India in 1884, Among other things, the Indian National Congress was founded during his term in 1885, and he laid the foundations for the modern Indian Army by establishing the Imperial Service Corps, officered by Indians.
[16] The slogan of Quit India Movement was given by -
A.
Sardar Patel
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Subhash Chandra Bose
D.
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru
Ans:
Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation :
In 1942, Gandhi organized Quit India movement and called on all Congressmen and Indians to maintain discipline via ahimsa, and Karo ya maro ("Do or die") in the cause of ultimate freedom.
[17] Where was the Royal Durbar held on November 1st, 1858 to issue the Queen's proclamation?
A.
Lucknow
B.
Cawnpore
C.
Delhi
D.
Kanpur
Ans:
Lucknow
Explanation :
On November 1, 1858, a grand Darbar was held at Allahabad. Lord Canning sent forth the royal proclamation which announced that the queen had assumed the government of India. This proclamation declared the future policy of the British Rule in India.
[18] Who is called as the ‘Prophet of New India'?
A.
Dayanand Saraswati
B.
Sri Ramakrishna
C.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
D.
Swami Vivekananda
Ans:
Sri Ramakrishna
Explanation :
Swami Vivekananda called Swami Ramkrishna as the "Prophet of New India'. Ramakrishna, born Gadadhar Chattopadhyay, was a famous mystic of 19th century India. His religious school of thought led to the formation of the Ramakrishna Mission by his chief disciple Swami Vivekananda.
[19] Which of the following, according to Mahatma Gandhi, is the strongest force in the world?
A.
Non-violence of the brave
B.
Non-violence of the weak
C.
Non-violence of the coward
D.
Non-violence of the downtrodden
Ans:
Non-violence of the brave
Explanation :
According to Gandhi, Non violence is not passive It is active, creative, provocative and challenging Gandhi described non-violence as "A force more powerful than all the weapons of world combined." "No violence is the greatest and most active force in the world.
[20] Who attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalists at Brussels in 1927, on behalf of the National Congress?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Dr. Ansari
D.
Motilal Nehru
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
In February 1927, Jawaharlal Nehru on behalf of the National Congress attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalities at Brussels organized by political exiles and revolutionaries from the countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America suffering from economic or political imperialism.
[21] Who amongst the following made it possible for the Indians to enter the Indian Civil Service through an open competitive examination?
A.
William Bentinck
B.
Dalhousie
C.
Mayo
D.
Ripon
Ans:
Dalhousie
Explanation :
For a long time, only British officers were appointed to all covenanted posts. In 1832, the posts of musif and sadar amin were created and opened to Indians In 1833, the posts of deputy magistrate and deputy collector were created and opened to Indians.
[22] The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was -
A.
Lord Curzon
B.
Lord Macaulay
C.
Lord Bentinck
D.
Lord Hastings
Ans:
Lord Bentinck
Explanation :
English education was officially introduced in In-dia in 1835 by Governor-General William Bentinck. The English Education Act was a legislative Act of the Council of India in 1835 giving effect to a decision in 1835 by William Bentinck, 4th Duke of Portland; the then Governor-General of British India to reallocate funds the East India Company was required by the British Parliament to spend on education and literature in India.
[23] Which among the following regulations made English as a medium of education compulsory in government aided schools and colleges?
A.
Pitts India Act, 1784
B.
Educational Dispatch, 1854
C.
Macaulay Minute, 1835
D.
Regulating Act, 1773
Ans:
Macaulay Minute, 1835
Explanation :
Macaulay was Secretary to the Board of Control under Lord Grey from 1832 until 1833. After the passing of the Government of India Act 1833, he was appointed as the first Law Member of the Governo General's Council. He went to India in 1834. He served on the Supreme Council of India between 1834 and 1838.
[24] Who led the Salt Satyagraha Movement with Gandhi?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mridula Sarabhai
C.
Muthu Lakshmi
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
The Dandi march was undertaken by Gandhiji and about 78 of his followers, starting from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmadabad. The Satyagrahis set out on foot, for the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, about 240 miles away. The walk lasted for 23 days and passed through 48 villages.
[25] Sati was prohibited by -
A.
Warren Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord William Bentinck
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.
Explanation :
On November 1, 1858, a grand Darbar was held at Allahabad. Lord Canning sent forth the royal proclamation which announced that the queen had assumed the government of India. This proclamation declared the future policy of the British Rule in India.
[18] Who is called as the ‘Prophet of New India'?
A.
Dayanand Saraswati
B.
Sri Ramakrishna
C.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
D.
Swami Vivekananda
Ans:
Sri Ramakrishna
Explanation :
Swami Vivekananda called Swami Ramkrishna as the "Prophet of New India'. Ramakrishna, born Gadadhar Chattopadhyay, was a famous mystic of 19th century India. His religious school of thought led to the formation of the Ramakrishna Mission by his chief disciple Swami Vivekananda.
[19] Which of the following, according to Mahatma Gandhi, is the strongest force in the world?
A.
Non-violence of the brave
B.
Non-violence of the weak
C.
Non-violence of the coward
D.
Non-violence of the downtrodden
Ans:
Non-violence of the brave
Explanation :
According to Gandhi, Non violence is not passive It is active, creative, provocative and challenging Gandhi described non-violence as "A force more powerful than all the weapons of world combined." "No violence is the greatest and most active force in the world.
[20] Who attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalists at Brussels in 1927, on behalf of the National Congress?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Dr. Ansari
D.
Motilal Nehru
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
In February 1927, Jawaharlal Nehru on behalf of the National Congress attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalities at Brussels organized by political exiles and revolutionaries from the countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America suffering from economic or political imperialism.
[21] Who amongst the following made it possible for the Indians to enter the Indian Civil Service through an open competitive examination?
A.
William Bentinck
B.
Dalhousie
C.
Mayo
D.
Ripon
Ans:
Dalhousie
Explanation :
For a long time, only British officers were appointed to all covenanted posts. In 1832, the posts of musif and sadar amin were created and opened to Indians In 1833, the posts of deputy magistrate and deputy collector were created and opened to Indians.
[22] The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was -
A.
Lord Curzon
B.
Lord Macaulay
C.
Lord Bentinck
D.
Lord Hastings
Ans:
Lord Bentinck
Explanation :
English education was officially introduced in In-dia in 1835 by Governor-General William Bentinck. The English Education Act was a legislative Act of the Council of India in 1835 giving effect to a decision in 1835 by William Bentinck, 4th Duke of Portland; the then Governor-General of British India to reallocate funds the East India Company was required by the British Parliament to spend on education and literature in India.
[23] Which among the following regulations made English as a medium of education compulsory in government aided schools and colleges?
A.
Pitts India Act, 1784
B.
Educational Dispatch, 1854
C.
Macaulay Minute, 1835
D.
Regulating Act, 1773
Ans:
Macaulay Minute, 1835
Explanation :
Macaulay was Secretary to the Board of Control under Lord Grey from 1832 until 1833. After the passing of the Government of India Act 1833, he was appointed as the first Law Member of the Governo General's Council. He went to India in 1834. He served on the Supreme Council of India between 1834 and 1838.
[24] Who led the Salt Satyagraha Movement with Gandhi?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mridula Sarabhai
C.
Muthu Lakshmi
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
The Dandi march was undertaken by Gandhiji and about 78 of his followers, starting from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmadabad. The Satyagrahis set out on foot, for the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, about 240 miles away. The walk lasted for 23 days and passed through 48 villages.
[25] Sati was prohibited by -
A.
Warren Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord William Bentinck
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.
Explanation :
According to Gandhi, Non violence is not passive It is active, creative, provocative and challenging Gandhi described non-violence as "A force more powerful than all the weapons of world combined." "No violence is the greatest and most active force in the world.
[20] Who attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalists at Brussels in 1927, on behalf of the National Congress?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru
B.
Mahatma Gandhi
C.
Dr. Ansari
D.
Motilal Nehru
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru
Explanation :
In February 1927, Jawaharlal Nehru on behalf of the National Congress attended the Congress of Oppressed Nationalities at Brussels organized by political exiles and revolutionaries from the countries of Asia, Africa and Latin America suffering from economic or political imperialism.
[21] Who amongst the following made it possible for the Indians to enter the Indian Civil Service through an open competitive examination?
A.
William Bentinck
B.
Dalhousie
C.
Mayo
D.
Ripon
Ans:
Dalhousie
Explanation :
For a long time, only British officers were appointed to all covenanted posts. In 1832, the posts of musif and sadar amin were created and opened to Indians In 1833, the posts of deputy magistrate and deputy collector were created and opened to Indians.
[22] The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was -
A.
Lord Curzon
B.
Lord Macaulay
C.
Lord Bentinck
D.
Lord Hastings
Ans:
Lord Bentinck
Explanation :
English education was officially introduced in In-dia in 1835 by Governor-General William Bentinck. The English Education Act was a legislative Act of the Council of India in 1835 giving effect to a decision in 1835 by William Bentinck, 4th Duke of Portland; the then Governor-General of British India to reallocate funds the East India Company was required by the British Parliament to spend on education and literature in India.
[23] Which among the following regulations made English as a medium of education compulsory in government aided schools and colleges?
A.
Pitts India Act, 1784
B.
Educational Dispatch, 1854
C.
Macaulay Minute, 1835
D.
Regulating Act, 1773
Ans:
Macaulay Minute, 1835
Explanation :
Macaulay was Secretary to the Board of Control under Lord Grey from 1832 until 1833. After the passing of the Government of India Act 1833, he was appointed as the first Law Member of the Governo General's Council. He went to India in 1834. He served on the Supreme Council of India between 1834 and 1838.
[24] Who led the Salt Satyagraha Movement with Gandhi?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mridula Sarabhai
C.
Muthu Lakshmi
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
The Dandi march was undertaken by Gandhiji and about 78 of his followers, starting from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmadabad. The Satyagrahis set out on foot, for the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, about 240 miles away. The walk lasted for 23 days and passed through 48 villages.
[25] Sati was prohibited by -
A.
Warren Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord William Bentinck
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.
Explanation :
For a long time, only British officers were appointed to all covenanted posts. In 1832, the posts of musif and sadar amin were created and opened to Indians In 1833, the posts of deputy magistrate and deputy collector were created and opened to Indians.
[22] The Governor-General of India who initiated the introduction of English in India was -
A.
Lord Curzon
B.
Lord Macaulay
C.
Lord Bentinck
D.
Lord Hastings
Ans:
Lord Bentinck
Explanation :
English education was officially introduced in In-dia in 1835 by Governor-General William Bentinck. The English Education Act was a legislative Act of the Council of India in 1835 giving effect to a decision in 1835 by William Bentinck, 4th Duke of Portland; the then Governor-General of British India to reallocate funds the East India Company was required by the British Parliament to spend on education and literature in India.
[23] Which among the following regulations made English as a medium of education compulsory in government aided schools and colleges?
A.
Pitts India Act, 1784
B.
Educational Dispatch, 1854
C.
Macaulay Minute, 1835
D.
Regulating Act, 1773
Ans:
Macaulay Minute, 1835
Explanation :
Macaulay was Secretary to the Board of Control under Lord Grey from 1832 until 1833. After the passing of the Government of India Act 1833, he was appointed as the first Law Member of the Governo General's Council. He went to India in 1834. He served on the Supreme Council of India between 1834 and 1838.
[24] Who led the Salt Satyagraha Movement with Gandhi?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mridula Sarabhai
C.
Muthu Lakshmi
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
The Dandi march was undertaken by Gandhiji and about 78 of his followers, starting from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmadabad. The Satyagrahis set out on foot, for the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, about 240 miles away. The walk lasted for 23 days and passed through 48 villages.
[25] Sati was prohibited by -
A.
Warren Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord William Bentinck
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.
Explanation :
Macaulay was Secretary to the Board of Control under Lord Grey from 1832 until 1833. After the passing of the Government of India Act 1833, he was appointed as the first Law Member of the Governo General's Council. He went to India in 1834. He served on the Supreme Council of India between 1834 and 1838.
[24] Who led the Salt Satyagraha Movement with Gandhi?
A.
Annie Besant
B.
Mridula Sarabhai
C.
Muthu Lakshmi
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Sarojini Naidu
Explanation :
The Dandi march was undertaken by Gandhiji and about 78 of his followers, starting from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmadabad. The Satyagrahis set out on foot, for the coastal village of Dandi, Gujarat, about 240 miles away. The walk lasted for 23 days and passed through 48 villages.
[25] Sati was prohibited by -
A.
Warren Hastings
B.
Lord Wellesley
C.
Lord William Bentinck
D.
Lord Dalhousie
Ans:
Lord William Bentinck
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.
Explanation :
Historically, efforts to prevent Sati by formal means were extent even before the Mughal rulers came to power. Under the Delhi Sultanates (circa 1325) permission had to be sought prior to any Sati. In their own sphere of influence the Portuguese, Dutch and French banned Sati but efforts to stamp out Sati formalized only under Lord William Bentinck after 1829.