[1] What was the immediate cause of the Mutiny of 1857?
A.
The discontentment of the soldiers
B.
The use of greased cartridges in the new Enfield Rifle
C.
The social conditions of India
D.
The introduction of railways and telegraphs
Ans:
The use of greased cartridges in the new Enfield Rifle
Explanation :
The use of greased cartridges in the new Enfield Rifle is considered by historians as the immediate cause of the 1857 Revolt. It was believed that the cartridges that were standard issue with this rifle were greased with lard (pork fat) which was regarded as unclean by Muslims and tallow (cow fat) which angered the Hindus as cows were equal to a goddess to them.
[2] The British introduced the railways in India in order to -
A.
promote heavy industries in India
B.
facilitate British commerce and administrative control
C.
move foodstuff in case of famine
D.
enable Indians to move freely within the country
Ans:
facilitate British commerce and administrative control
Explanation :
The history of rail transport in India began in the mid-nineteenth century. In 1849, there was not a single kilometer of railway line in India. By 1929, there were 66,000 km of railway lines serving most of the districts in the country. At that point of time, the railways represented a capital value of some British Sterling Pounds 687 million.
[3] Which of the Directive Principles can be described as Gandhian in character?
A.
Protection of workers and children
B.
Organisation of Village Panchayats as effective units of self-Government
C.
Equal work for both men and women
D.
Separation of the executive from the judiciary
Ans:
Organisation of Village Panchayats as effective units of self-Government
Explanation :
A number of the Directive Principles are entirely Indian and Gandhian in nature like setting up of village panchayat and cottage industries, prohibition, protection against cow-slaughter etc.
[4] Which of the following pairs is not correctly matched?
A.
Lord Dalhousie Doctrine of Lapse
B.
Lord Minto Indian Councils Act, 1909
C.
Lord Wellesley – Subsidiary Alliance
D.
Lord Curzon – Vernacular Press Act, 1878
Ans:
Lord Minto Indian Councils Act, 1909
Explanation :
The Vernacular Press Act was passed in 1878 under the Governor Generalship and Viceroyalty of Lord Lytton, for 'better control" of Indian language newspapers. The purpose of the Act was to control the printing and circulation of seditious material, calculated to produce disaffection, which was already present, against the British Government in India in the minds of the masses.
[5] The Simon Commission was boycotted by Indians because -
A.
it sought to curb civil liberties of the Indians
B.
it proposed to partition India
C.
it was an all-white commission without Indian representation
D.
it proposed measures to contain nationalism
Ans:
it was an all-white commission without Indian representation
Explanation :
In November 1927, the British government appointed the Indian Statutory Commission, known poularly after the name of its chairman as the Simon Commission, to go into the question of further constitutional reform. All the members of the Commission were Englishmen.
[6] What was the basis of transfer of power to India on 15th August by -
A.
On this day the Indian National Congress had demanded "Poorna Swaraj
B.
On this day Mahatma Gandhi started Quit India Movement.
C.
Anniversary of formation of Interim Government
D.
Anniversary of the surrender of Japanese army before Admiral Mountbatten
Ans:
Anniversary of the surrender of Japanese army before Admiral Mountbatten
Explanation :
In Lord Mountbatten's words, as told to Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre: "The date I chose came out of the blue. I chose it in reply to a question. I was determined to show I was master of the whole event. When they asked had we set a date, I knew it had to be soon. I hadn't worked it out exactly then-Ithought it had to be about August or September and I then went out to the 15th August. Why? Because it was the second anniversary of Japan's surrender.
[7] The Simon Commission which came to India in February 1928 was boycotted because -
A.
all its members were Englishmen
B.
at that time a large number of nationalist leaders were in prison
C.
the chairman, Sir John Simon was very unpopular
D.
the Montague-Chelmsford Reforms had failed
Ans:
all its members were Englishmen
Explanation :
The Indian Statutory Commission was a group of seven British Members of Parliament that had been dispatched to India in 1927 to study constitutional reform in Britain's most important colonial dependency. It was commonly referred to as the Simon Commission after its chairman. Sir John Simon. The Simon commission was boycotted by Indians because they felt insulted and hurt that a committee appointed to decide the future of India did not include even a single Indian.
[8] What is Gandhi's definition of Rama Raj?
A.
The rule as it was during the time of Rama
B.
Sovereignty of the people based on pure moral authority
C.
The greatest good of all
D.
The absolute power concentrated in the hands of a king
Ans:
The greatest good of all
Explanation :
In post-colonial India, Ram Rajya as a concept was first mooted by Mahatma Gandhi. Gandhiji announced that Ram Rajya would be brought once Independence arrived. When he was asked about the ideal state, he talked about Ram Rajya.
[9] What was meant by the Secretary of State for India during the British rule?
A.
An official who worked as the Secretary to the Viceroy of India
B.
A Secretary level official appointed in each Presidency of India
C.
A British minister given full control over the Government of India
D.
A senior officer appointed by the Viceroy to look into the internal administration in India
Ans:
A British minister given full control over the Government of India
Explanation :
The Secretary of State for India was the British Cabinet minister responsible for the government of India, Burma and Aden, and the polítical head of the India Office. The post was created in 1858 when the East India Company's rule in India ended and British India was brought under the dírect admínistration of the government in London, beginning a period often called the British Raj.
[10] Why was the Simon Commission boycotted by the Indians?
A.
It did not include any Indian as a member
B.
It did not have any woman member
C.
It was appointed before the stipulated time
D.
It refused to meet prominent Indian leaders
Ans:
It did not include any Indian as a member
Explanation :
The Simon commission was boycotted by Indians because they felt insulted and hurt that a committee appointed to decide the future of India did not include even one Indian.
[11] ‘Lucknow Pact' was a deal between -
A.
Indians and the British about legislative seats
B.
Hindus and Muslims regarding seat sharing in legislatures
C.
Depressed castes and Brahmins about job reservations
D.
Hindus and Sikhs about job reservations
Ans:
Hindus and Muslims regarding seat sharing in legislatures
Explanation :
The Lucknow Pact was an agreement made by the Indian National Congress headed by Maratha leader Bal Gangadhar Tilak and the All-India Muslim Leagueled by Muhammad Ali Jinnah which was adopted by the Congress at its Lucknow session on December 29 and by the league on December 31, 1916.
[12] In which of the following systems of land settlement adopted by the English did provide more protection to the interests of farmers?
A.
Permanent Settlement of Bengal
B.
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
C.
Zamindari Settlement of Central States
D.
Malgujari (land revenue) Setternent of United State
Ans:
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
Explanation :
The Ryotwari system, instituted in some parts of British India, was one of the two main systems used to collect revenues from the cultivators of agricultural land. These revenues included undifferentlated land taxes and rents, which were collected simultaneously.
[13] Which one of the following libraries has the largest collection of manuscripts of historical value?
A.
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
B.
Tanjavur Maharaja Serfoji Saraswati Mahal Library
C.
Asiatic Society Library
D.
Rampur Raza Library
Ans:
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
Explanation :
Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library was opened to public in October, 1891 by Khan Bahadur Khuda Bakhsh with 4,000 manuscripts, of which he inherited 1,400 from his father Maulvi Mohammed Bakhsh. It is an autonomous organization under Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and is governed by a Board with the Governor of Bihar as its ex-officio Chairman.
[14] Gandhi's concept of Trusteeship:
A.
Recognises right of private ownership of property
B.
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
C.
Excludes legislative regulation of the ownership and use of wealth
D.
Does not fix minimum or maximum income
Ans:
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
Explanation :
Trusteeship principle advocated by Gandhiji provides a means of transforming the present capitalist order of society into an egalitarian one. He envisaged trusteeship as a post capitalist arrangement which gives no quarter to capitalism, but gives the present owning class a chance of reforming itsel f (Gandhi Nehru And Globalization, p 7).
[15] According to Mahatma Gandhi which of the following is correct?
A.
Religion is to be separated from politics
B.
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
C.
Religion should be completely banned.
D.
Politics must be completely eliminated from socio-economic life
Ans:
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
Explanation :
Religion was central to Gandhi's life, thoughts and work, and he regarded politics as applied religion However, he was a lifelong opponent of "communalism" (i.e. basing politics on religion).
[16] November 26, 1949 is a significant day in our constitutional history because -
A.
India took a pledge of complete independence on this day
B.
The Constitution was adopted on this day
C.
India became a Republic on this day
D.
The first amendment of the Constitution was passed on this day
Ans:
The Constitution was adopted on this day
Explanation :
The Republic of India is governed in terms of the Constitution of India which was adopted by the Con- stituent Assembly on 26th November 1949 and came into force on 26th January 1950. The date 26 January was chosen to commemorate the Purna Swara declaration of independence of 1930.
[17] The issue on which the Civil Disobedience Movement of 1930 was launched was -
A.
equal employment opportunities for Indians
B.
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
C.
salt monopoly exercised by the British Government
D.
complete freedom
Ans:
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
On the historic day of 12th March 1930, Gandhi inaugurated The Civil Disobedience Movement by conducting the historic Dandi Salt March, where he broke the Salt Laws imposed by the British Government.
[18] The immortal national song ‘Bande Mataram’ has been written by -
A.
Rabindranath Tagore
B.
Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyaya
C.
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
D.
Surendranath Bandopadhyaya
Ans:
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
Explanation :
Vande Mataram is a poem from Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's 1882 novel Anandamath. It was written in Bengali and Sanskrit. It is a hymn to Goddess Durga, identified as the national personification of India.
[19] The Ahmedabad Satyagraha of Gandhi was directed against -
A.
British mill owners and goverment officials
B.
Indian mill owners and non government officials
C.
British non-government officials
D.
Indian government officials
Ans:
Indian mill owners and non government officials
Explanation :
A dispute between the textile mill-owners and the labourers at Ahmedabad arose in 1918, about the grant of bonus and dearness allowance. The labourers wanted 50% increase allowance due to steep rise in prices. The mill-owners were ready to give only 20% increase. Gandhi was approached to find a solution.
[20] What did Jyotiba Phule's Satyashodhak Samaj attempt in the last century?
A.
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
B.
Attacking the caste system
C.
Led an anti-landlord and antimahajan upsurge in Satara
D.
Separate representation for untouchables
Ans:
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
Explanation :
Satya Shodhak Samaj was a religion established by Mahatma Jotirao Phule on September 24, 1873. This was started as a group whose main aim was to liberate the social Shudra and Untouchable castes from exploitation and oppression. While condemning the prevalent religion, Phule established Satya Shodhalk Samaj with the ideals of human well being in broader aspects, human happiness, unity, equality, and easy religious principles and rituals.
[21] Land Revenue under Tipu -
A.
was mainly collected through revenue officers.
B.
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
C.
was collected by intermediaries
D.
was not allowed to go into the hands of Sultan
Ans:
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
Explanation :
Tipu Sultan while managing his land revenue system introduced the system of collecting the rent in cash. Farming out the land was abolished and the. State undertook the task of collecting the tax directly from the peasants. State officers were strictly instructed not to harass the ryots (peasants or cultivators of the soil).
[22] Which of the following statements best explains the nature of revolt of 1857?
A.
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
B.
Mutiny of a section of sepoys of the British Army
C.
A struggle of the common people to overthrow common rule
D.
An effort to establish a limited Indian nation
Ans:
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
Explanation :
Till the end of the 19th century, the British offi-cials continued to look upon the rebellion primarily as a `sepoy mutiny'. But, another British tendency was to look upon the event as ea 'Muslim' reaction. Upon this view, British had taken over power from the Muslims who made the last consolidated effort to regain their lost power and glory through the revolt of 1857.
[23] The Round table conference at London met for the discussion of -
A.
Provision of Provincial Autonomy
B.
A future Administration of India
C.
Gandhi's demands for calling off Civil Disobedience Movement
D.
Congress claim to be the sole representative of Indians
Ans:
A future Administration of India
Explanation :
0
[24] The Marathas were defeated at Panipat because -
A.
The Marathas did not fight bravely
B.
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
C.
The Martha army was short of food supplies
D.
The Marathas were considered alien by the local population
Ans:
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
Explanation :
In the battle, Ahmad Shah Abdali had both numeric as well as qualitative superiority over Marathas. The combined Muslim army was much larger than that of Marathas. Though the infantry of Maratha was organized along European lines and their had some of the best French-made guns of the tim their artillery was static and lacked mobility against the fast-moving Afghan forces.
[25] What was the reason for Gandhiji's support to decentralisation of power?
A.
Decentralisation ensures more participation of the people into democracy
B.
India had decentralisation of power in the past
C.
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
D.
Decentralisation can prevent commnunalism
Ans:
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.
Explanation :
The use of greased cartridges in the new Enfield Rifle is considered by historians as the immediate cause of the 1857 Revolt. It was believed that the cartridges that were standard issue with this rifle were greased with lard (pork fat) which was regarded as unclean by Muslims and tallow (cow fat) which angered the Hindus as cows were equal to a goddess to them.
[2] The British introduced the railways in India in order to -
A.
promote heavy industries in India
B.
facilitate British commerce and administrative control
C.
move foodstuff in case of famine
D.
enable Indians to move freely within the country
Ans:
facilitate British commerce and administrative control
Explanation :
The history of rail transport in India began in the mid-nineteenth century. In 1849, there was not a single kilometer of railway line in India. By 1929, there were 66,000 km of railway lines serving most of the districts in the country. At that point of time, the railways represented a capital value of some British Sterling Pounds 687 million.
[3] Which of the Directive Principles can be described as Gandhian in character?
A.
Protection of workers and children
B.
Organisation of Village Panchayats as effective units of self-Government
C.
Equal work for both men and women
D.
Separation of the executive from the judiciary
Ans:
Organisation of Village Panchayats as effective units of self-Government
Explanation :
A number of the Directive Principles are entirely Indian and Gandhian in nature like setting up of village panchayat and cottage industries, prohibition, protection against cow-slaughter etc.
[4] Which of the following pairs is not correctly matched?
A.
Lord Dalhousie Doctrine of Lapse
B.
Lord Minto Indian Councils Act, 1909
C.
Lord Wellesley – Subsidiary Alliance
D.
Lord Curzon – Vernacular Press Act, 1878
Ans:
Lord Minto Indian Councils Act, 1909
Explanation :
The Vernacular Press Act was passed in 1878 under the Governor Generalship and Viceroyalty of Lord Lytton, for 'better control" of Indian language newspapers. The purpose of the Act was to control the printing and circulation of seditious material, calculated to produce disaffection, which was already present, against the British Government in India in the minds of the masses.
[5] The Simon Commission was boycotted by Indians because -
A.
it sought to curb civil liberties of the Indians
B.
it proposed to partition India
C.
it was an all-white commission without Indian representation
D.
it proposed measures to contain nationalism
Ans:
it was an all-white commission without Indian representation
Explanation :
In November 1927, the British government appointed the Indian Statutory Commission, known poularly after the name of its chairman as the Simon Commission, to go into the question of further constitutional reform. All the members of the Commission were Englishmen.
[6] What was the basis of transfer of power to India on 15th August by -
A.
On this day the Indian National Congress had demanded "Poorna Swaraj
B.
On this day Mahatma Gandhi started Quit India Movement.
C.
Anniversary of formation of Interim Government
D.
Anniversary of the surrender of Japanese army before Admiral Mountbatten
Ans:
Anniversary of the surrender of Japanese army before Admiral Mountbatten
Explanation :
In Lord Mountbatten's words, as told to Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre: "The date I chose came out of the blue. I chose it in reply to a question. I was determined to show I was master of the whole event. When they asked had we set a date, I knew it had to be soon. I hadn't worked it out exactly then-Ithought it had to be about August or September and I then went out to the 15th August. Why? Because it was the second anniversary of Japan's surrender.
[7] The Simon Commission which came to India in February 1928 was boycotted because -
A.
all its members were Englishmen
B.
at that time a large number of nationalist leaders were in prison
C.
the chairman, Sir John Simon was very unpopular
D.
the Montague-Chelmsford Reforms had failed
Ans:
all its members were Englishmen
Explanation :
The Indian Statutory Commission was a group of seven British Members of Parliament that had been dispatched to India in 1927 to study constitutional reform in Britain's most important colonial dependency. It was commonly referred to as the Simon Commission after its chairman. Sir John Simon. The Simon commission was boycotted by Indians because they felt insulted and hurt that a committee appointed to decide the future of India did not include even a single Indian.
[8] What is Gandhi's definition of Rama Raj?
A.
The rule as it was during the time of Rama
B.
Sovereignty of the people based on pure moral authority
C.
The greatest good of all
D.
The absolute power concentrated in the hands of a king
Ans:
The greatest good of all
Explanation :
In post-colonial India, Ram Rajya as a concept was first mooted by Mahatma Gandhi. Gandhiji announced that Ram Rajya would be brought once Independence arrived. When he was asked about the ideal state, he talked about Ram Rajya.
[9] What was meant by the Secretary of State for India during the British rule?
A.
An official who worked as the Secretary to the Viceroy of India
B.
A Secretary level official appointed in each Presidency of India
C.
A British minister given full control over the Government of India
D.
A senior officer appointed by the Viceroy to look into the internal administration in India
Ans:
A British minister given full control over the Government of India
Explanation :
The Secretary of State for India was the British Cabinet minister responsible for the government of India, Burma and Aden, and the polítical head of the India Office. The post was created in 1858 when the East India Company's rule in India ended and British India was brought under the dírect admínistration of the government in London, beginning a period often called the British Raj.
[10] Why was the Simon Commission boycotted by the Indians?
A.
It did not include any Indian as a member
B.
It did not have any woman member
C.
It was appointed before the stipulated time
D.
It refused to meet prominent Indian leaders
Ans:
It did not include any Indian as a member
Explanation :
The Simon commission was boycotted by Indians because they felt insulted and hurt that a committee appointed to decide the future of India did not include even one Indian.
[11] ‘Lucknow Pact' was a deal between -
A.
Indians and the British about legislative seats
B.
Hindus and Muslims regarding seat sharing in legislatures
C.
Depressed castes and Brahmins about job reservations
D.
Hindus and Sikhs about job reservations
Ans:
Hindus and Muslims regarding seat sharing in legislatures
Explanation :
The Lucknow Pact was an agreement made by the Indian National Congress headed by Maratha leader Bal Gangadhar Tilak and the All-India Muslim Leagueled by Muhammad Ali Jinnah which was adopted by the Congress at its Lucknow session on December 29 and by the league on December 31, 1916.
[12] In which of the following systems of land settlement adopted by the English did provide more protection to the interests of farmers?
A.
Permanent Settlement of Bengal
B.
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
C.
Zamindari Settlement of Central States
D.
Malgujari (land revenue) Setternent of United State
Ans:
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
Explanation :
The Ryotwari system, instituted in some parts of British India, was one of the two main systems used to collect revenues from the cultivators of agricultural land. These revenues included undifferentlated land taxes and rents, which were collected simultaneously.
[13] Which one of the following libraries has the largest collection of manuscripts of historical value?
A.
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
B.
Tanjavur Maharaja Serfoji Saraswati Mahal Library
C.
Asiatic Society Library
D.
Rampur Raza Library
Ans:
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
Explanation :
Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library was opened to public in October, 1891 by Khan Bahadur Khuda Bakhsh with 4,000 manuscripts, of which he inherited 1,400 from his father Maulvi Mohammed Bakhsh. It is an autonomous organization under Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and is governed by a Board with the Governor of Bihar as its ex-officio Chairman.
[14] Gandhi's concept of Trusteeship:
A.
Recognises right of private ownership of property
B.
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
C.
Excludes legislative regulation of the ownership and use of wealth
D.
Does not fix minimum or maximum income
Ans:
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
Explanation :
Trusteeship principle advocated by Gandhiji provides a means of transforming the present capitalist order of society into an egalitarian one. He envisaged trusteeship as a post capitalist arrangement which gives no quarter to capitalism, but gives the present owning class a chance of reforming itsel f (Gandhi Nehru And Globalization, p 7).
[15] According to Mahatma Gandhi which of the following is correct?
A.
Religion is to be separated from politics
B.
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
C.
Religion should be completely banned.
D.
Politics must be completely eliminated from socio-economic life
Ans:
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
Explanation :
Religion was central to Gandhi's life, thoughts and work, and he regarded politics as applied religion However, he was a lifelong opponent of "communalism" (i.e. basing politics on religion).
[16] November 26, 1949 is a significant day in our constitutional history because -
A.
India took a pledge of complete independence on this day
B.
The Constitution was adopted on this day
C.
India became a Republic on this day
D.
The first amendment of the Constitution was passed on this day
Ans:
The Constitution was adopted on this day
Explanation :
The Republic of India is governed in terms of the Constitution of India which was adopted by the Con- stituent Assembly on 26th November 1949 and came into force on 26th January 1950. The date 26 January was chosen to commemorate the Purna Swara declaration of independence of 1930.
[17] The issue on which the Civil Disobedience Movement of 1930 was launched was -
A.
equal employment opportunities for Indians
B.
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
C.
salt monopoly exercised by the British Government
D.
complete freedom
Ans:
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
On the historic day of 12th March 1930, Gandhi inaugurated The Civil Disobedience Movement by conducting the historic Dandi Salt March, where he broke the Salt Laws imposed by the British Government.
[18] The immortal national song ‘Bande Mataram’ has been written by -
A.
Rabindranath Tagore
B.
Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyaya
C.
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
D.
Surendranath Bandopadhyaya
Ans:
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
Explanation :
Vande Mataram is a poem from Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's 1882 novel Anandamath. It was written in Bengali and Sanskrit. It is a hymn to Goddess Durga, identified as the national personification of India.
[19] The Ahmedabad Satyagraha of Gandhi was directed against -
A.
British mill owners and goverment officials
B.
Indian mill owners and non government officials
C.
British non-government officials
D.
Indian government officials
Ans:
Indian mill owners and non government officials
Explanation :
A dispute between the textile mill-owners and the labourers at Ahmedabad arose in 1918, about the grant of bonus and dearness allowance. The labourers wanted 50% increase allowance due to steep rise in prices. The mill-owners were ready to give only 20% increase. Gandhi was approached to find a solution.
[20] What did Jyotiba Phule's Satyashodhak Samaj attempt in the last century?
A.
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
B.
Attacking the caste system
C.
Led an anti-landlord and antimahajan upsurge in Satara
D.
Separate representation for untouchables
Ans:
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
Explanation :
Satya Shodhak Samaj was a religion established by Mahatma Jotirao Phule on September 24, 1873. This was started as a group whose main aim was to liberate the social Shudra and Untouchable castes from exploitation and oppression. While condemning the prevalent religion, Phule established Satya Shodhalk Samaj with the ideals of human well being in broader aspects, human happiness, unity, equality, and easy religious principles and rituals.
[21] Land Revenue under Tipu -
A.
was mainly collected through revenue officers.
B.
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
C.
was collected by intermediaries
D.
was not allowed to go into the hands of Sultan
Ans:
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
Explanation :
Tipu Sultan while managing his land revenue system introduced the system of collecting the rent in cash. Farming out the land was abolished and the. State undertook the task of collecting the tax directly from the peasants. State officers were strictly instructed not to harass the ryots (peasants or cultivators of the soil).
[22] Which of the following statements best explains the nature of revolt of 1857?
A.
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
B.
Mutiny of a section of sepoys of the British Army
C.
A struggle of the common people to overthrow common rule
D.
An effort to establish a limited Indian nation
Ans:
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
Explanation :
Till the end of the 19th century, the British offi-cials continued to look upon the rebellion primarily as a `sepoy mutiny'. But, another British tendency was to look upon the event as ea 'Muslim' reaction. Upon this view, British had taken over power from the Muslims who made the last consolidated effort to regain their lost power and glory through the revolt of 1857.
[23] The Round table conference at London met for the discussion of -
A.
Provision of Provincial Autonomy
B.
A future Administration of India
C.
Gandhi's demands for calling off Civil Disobedience Movement
D.
Congress claim to be the sole representative of Indians
Ans:
A future Administration of India
Explanation :
0
[24] The Marathas were defeated at Panipat because -
A.
The Marathas did not fight bravely
B.
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
C.
The Martha army was short of food supplies
D.
The Marathas were considered alien by the local population
Ans:
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
Explanation :
In the battle, Ahmad Shah Abdali had both numeric as well as qualitative superiority over Marathas. The combined Muslim army was much larger than that of Marathas. Though the infantry of Maratha was organized along European lines and their had some of the best French-made guns of the tim their artillery was static and lacked mobility against the fast-moving Afghan forces.
[25] What was the reason for Gandhiji's support to decentralisation of power?
A.
Decentralisation ensures more participation of the people into democracy
B.
India had decentralisation of power in the past
C.
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
D.
Decentralisation can prevent commnunalism
Ans:
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.
Explanation :
A number of the Directive Principles are entirely Indian and Gandhian in nature like setting up of village panchayat and cottage industries, prohibition, protection against cow-slaughter etc.
[4] Which of the following pairs is not correctly matched?
A.
Lord Dalhousie Doctrine of Lapse
B.
Lord Minto Indian Councils Act, 1909
C.
Lord Wellesley – Subsidiary Alliance
D.
Lord Curzon – Vernacular Press Act, 1878
Ans:
Lord Minto Indian Councils Act, 1909
Explanation :
The Vernacular Press Act was passed in 1878 under the Governor Generalship and Viceroyalty of Lord Lytton, for 'better control" of Indian language newspapers. The purpose of the Act was to control the printing and circulation of seditious material, calculated to produce disaffection, which was already present, against the British Government in India in the minds of the masses.
[5] The Simon Commission was boycotted by Indians because -
A.
it sought to curb civil liberties of the Indians
B.
it proposed to partition India
C.
it was an all-white commission without Indian representation
D.
it proposed measures to contain nationalism
Ans:
it was an all-white commission without Indian representation
Explanation :
In November 1927, the British government appointed the Indian Statutory Commission, known poularly after the name of its chairman as the Simon Commission, to go into the question of further constitutional reform. All the members of the Commission were Englishmen.
[6] What was the basis of transfer of power to India on 15th August by -
A.
On this day the Indian National Congress had demanded "Poorna Swaraj
B.
On this day Mahatma Gandhi started Quit India Movement.
C.
Anniversary of formation of Interim Government
D.
Anniversary of the surrender of Japanese army before Admiral Mountbatten
Ans:
Anniversary of the surrender of Japanese army before Admiral Mountbatten
Explanation :
In Lord Mountbatten's words, as told to Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre: "The date I chose came out of the blue. I chose it in reply to a question. I was determined to show I was master of the whole event. When they asked had we set a date, I knew it had to be soon. I hadn't worked it out exactly then-Ithought it had to be about August or September and I then went out to the 15th August. Why? Because it was the second anniversary of Japan's surrender.
[7] The Simon Commission which came to India in February 1928 was boycotted because -
A.
all its members were Englishmen
B.
at that time a large number of nationalist leaders were in prison
C.
the chairman, Sir John Simon was very unpopular
D.
the Montague-Chelmsford Reforms had failed
Ans:
all its members were Englishmen
Explanation :
The Indian Statutory Commission was a group of seven British Members of Parliament that had been dispatched to India in 1927 to study constitutional reform in Britain's most important colonial dependency. It was commonly referred to as the Simon Commission after its chairman. Sir John Simon. The Simon commission was boycotted by Indians because they felt insulted and hurt that a committee appointed to decide the future of India did not include even a single Indian.
[8] What is Gandhi's definition of Rama Raj?
A.
The rule as it was during the time of Rama
B.
Sovereignty of the people based on pure moral authority
C.
The greatest good of all
D.
The absolute power concentrated in the hands of a king
Ans:
The greatest good of all
Explanation :
In post-colonial India, Ram Rajya as a concept was first mooted by Mahatma Gandhi. Gandhiji announced that Ram Rajya would be brought once Independence arrived. When he was asked about the ideal state, he talked about Ram Rajya.
[9] What was meant by the Secretary of State for India during the British rule?
A.
An official who worked as the Secretary to the Viceroy of India
B.
A Secretary level official appointed in each Presidency of India
C.
A British minister given full control over the Government of India
D.
A senior officer appointed by the Viceroy to look into the internal administration in India
Ans:
A British minister given full control over the Government of India
Explanation :
The Secretary of State for India was the British Cabinet minister responsible for the government of India, Burma and Aden, and the polítical head of the India Office. The post was created in 1858 when the East India Company's rule in India ended and British India was brought under the dírect admínistration of the government in London, beginning a period often called the British Raj.
[10] Why was the Simon Commission boycotted by the Indians?
A.
It did not include any Indian as a member
B.
It did not have any woman member
C.
It was appointed before the stipulated time
D.
It refused to meet prominent Indian leaders
Ans:
It did not include any Indian as a member
Explanation :
The Simon commission was boycotted by Indians because they felt insulted and hurt that a committee appointed to decide the future of India did not include even one Indian.
[11] ‘Lucknow Pact' was a deal between -
A.
Indians and the British about legislative seats
B.
Hindus and Muslims regarding seat sharing in legislatures
C.
Depressed castes and Brahmins about job reservations
D.
Hindus and Sikhs about job reservations
Ans:
Hindus and Muslims regarding seat sharing in legislatures
Explanation :
The Lucknow Pact was an agreement made by the Indian National Congress headed by Maratha leader Bal Gangadhar Tilak and the All-India Muslim Leagueled by Muhammad Ali Jinnah which was adopted by the Congress at its Lucknow session on December 29 and by the league on December 31, 1916.
[12] In which of the following systems of land settlement adopted by the English did provide more protection to the interests of farmers?
A.
Permanent Settlement of Bengal
B.
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
C.
Zamindari Settlement of Central States
D.
Malgujari (land revenue) Setternent of United State
Ans:
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
Explanation :
The Ryotwari system, instituted in some parts of British India, was one of the two main systems used to collect revenues from the cultivators of agricultural land. These revenues included undifferentlated land taxes and rents, which were collected simultaneously.
[13] Which one of the following libraries has the largest collection of manuscripts of historical value?
A.
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
B.
Tanjavur Maharaja Serfoji Saraswati Mahal Library
C.
Asiatic Society Library
D.
Rampur Raza Library
Ans:
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
Explanation :
Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library was opened to public in October, 1891 by Khan Bahadur Khuda Bakhsh with 4,000 manuscripts, of which he inherited 1,400 from his father Maulvi Mohammed Bakhsh. It is an autonomous organization under Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and is governed by a Board with the Governor of Bihar as its ex-officio Chairman.
[14] Gandhi's concept of Trusteeship:
A.
Recognises right of private ownership of property
B.
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
C.
Excludes legislative regulation of the ownership and use of wealth
D.
Does not fix minimum or maximum income
Ans:
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
Explanation :
Trusteeship principle advocated by Gandhiji provides a means of transforming the present capitalist order of society into an egalitarian one. He envisaged trusteeship as a post capitalist arrangement which gives no quarter to capitalism, but gives the present owning class a chance of reforming itsel f (Gandhi Nehru And Globalization, p 7).
[15] According to Mahatma Gandhi which of the following is correct?
A.
Religion is to be separated from politics
B.
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
C.
Religion should be completely banned.
D.
Politics must be completely eliminated from socio-economic life
Ans:
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
Explanation :
Religion was central to Gandhi's life, thoughts and work, and he regarded politics as applied religion However, he was a lifelong opponent of "communalism" (i.e. basing politics on religion).
[16] November 26, 1949 is a significant day in our constitutional history because -
A.
India took a pledge of complete independence on this day
B.
The Constitution was adopted on this day
C.
India became a Republic on this day
D.
The first amendment of the Constitution was passed on this day
Ans:
The Constitution was adopted on this day
Explanation :
The Republic of India is governed in terms of the Constitution of India which was adopted by the Con- stituent Assembly on 26th November 1949 and came into force on 26th January 1950. The date 26 January was chosen to commemorate the Purna Swara declaration of independence of 1930.
[17] The issue on which the Civil Disobedience Movement of 1930 was launched was -
A.
equal employment opportunities for Indians
B.
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
C.
salt monopoly exercised by the British Government
D.
complete freedom
Ans:
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
On the historic day of 12th March 1930, Gandhi inaugurated The Civil Disobedience Movement by conducting the historic Dandi Salt March, where he broke the Salt Laws imposed by the British Government.
[18] The immortal national song ‘Bande Mataram’ has been written by -
A.
Rabindranath Tagore
B.
Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyaya
C.
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
D.
Surendranath Bandopadhyaya
Ans:
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
Explanation :
Vande Mataram is a poem from Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's 1882 novel Anandamath. It was written in Bengali and Sanskrit. It is a hymn to Goddess Durga, identified as the national personification of India.
[19] The Ahmedabad Satyagraha of Gandhi was directed against -
A.
British mill owners and goverment officials
B.
Indian mill owners and non government officials
C.
British non-government officials
D.
Indian government officials
Ans:
Indian mill owners and non government officials
Explanation :
A dispute between the textile mill-owners and the labourers at Ahmedabad arose in 1918, about the grant of bonus and dearness allowance. The labourers wanted 50% increase allowance due to steep rise in prices. The mill-owners were ready to give only 20% increase. Gandhi was approached to find a solution.
[20] What did Jyotiba Phule's Satyashodhak Samaj attempt in the last century?
A.
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
B.
Attacking the caste system
C.
Led an anti-landlord and antimahajan upsurge in Satara
D.
Separate representation for untouchables
Ans:
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
Explanation :
Satya Shodhak Samaj was a religion established by Mahatma Jotirao Phule on September 24, 1873. This was started as a group whose main aim was to liberate the social Shudra and Untouchable castes from exploitation and oppression. While condemning the prevalent religion, Phule established Satya Shodhalk Samaj with the ideals of human well being in broader aspects, human happiness, unity, equality, and easy religious principles and rituals.
[21] Land Revenue under Tipu -
A.
was mainly collected through revenue officers.
B.
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
C.
was collected by intermediaries
D.
was not allowed to go into the hands of Sultan
Ans:
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
Explanation :
Tipu Sultan while managing his land revenue system introduced the system of collecting the rent in cash. Farming out the land was abolished and the. State undertook the task of collecting the tax directly from the peasants. State officers were strictly instructed not to harass the ryots (peasants or cultivators of the soil).
[22] Which of the following statements best explains the nature of revolt of 1857?
A.
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
B.
Mutiny of a section of sepoys of the British Army
C.
A struggle of the common people to overthrow common rule
D.
An effort to establish a limited Indian nation
Ans:
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
Explanation :
Till the end of the 19th century, the British offi-cials continued to look upon the rebellion primarily as a `sepoy mutiny'. But, another British tendency was to look upon the event as ea 'Muslim' reaction. Upon this view, British had taken over power from the Muslims who made the last consolidated effort to regain their lost power and glory through the revolt of 1857.
[23] The Round table conference at London met for the discussion of -
A.
Provision of Provincial Autonomy
B.
A future Administration of India
C.
Gandhi's demands for calling off Civil Disobedience Movement
D.
Congress claim to be the sole representative of Indians
Ans:
A future Administration of India
Explanation :
0
[24] The Marathas were defeated at Panipat because -
A.
The Marathas did not fight bravely
B.
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
C.
The Martha army was short of food supplies
D.
The Marathas were considered alien by the local population
Ans:
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
Explanation :
In the battle, Ahmad Shah Abdali had both numeric as well as qualitative superiority over Marathas. The combined Muslim army was much larger than that of Marathas. Though the infantry of Maratha was organized along European lines and their had some of the best French-made guns of the tim their artillery was static and lacked mobility against the fast-moving Afghan forces.
[25] What was the reason for Gandhiji's support to decentralisation of power?
A.
Decentralisation ensures more participation of the people into democracy
B.
India had decentralisation of power in the past
C.
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
D.
Decentralisation can prevent commnunalism
Ans:
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.
Explanation :
In November 1927, the British government appointed the Indian Statutory Commission, known poularly after the name of its chairman as the Simon Commission, to go into the question of further constitutional reform. All the members of the Commission were Englishmen.
[6] What was the basis of transfer of power to India on 15th August by -
A.
On this day the Indian National Congress had demanded "Poorna Swaraj
B.
On this day Mahatma Gandhi started Quit India Movement.
C.
Anniversary of formation of Interim Government
D.
Anniversary of the surrender of Japanese army before Admiral Mountbatten
Ans:
Anniversary of the surrender of Japanese army before Admiral Mountbatten
Explanation :
In Lord Mountbatten's words, as told to Larry Collins and Dominique Lapierre: "The date I chose came out of the blue. I chose it in reply to a question. I was determined to show I was master of the whole event. When they asked had we set a date, I knew it had to be soon. I hadn't worked it out exactly then-Ithought it had to be about August or September and I then went out to the 15th August. Why? Because it was the second anniversary of Japan's surrender.
[7] The Simon Commission which came to India in February 1928 was boycotted because -
A.
all its members were Englishmen
B.
at that time a large number of nationalist leaders were in prison
C.
the chairman, Sir John Simon was very unpopular
D.
the Montague-Chelmsford Reforms had failed
Ans:
all its members were Englishmen
Explanation :
The Indian Statutory Commission was a group of seven British Members of Parliament that had been dispatched to India in 1927 to study constitutional reform in Britain's most important colonial dependency. It was commonly referred to as the Simon Commission after its chairman. Sir John Simon. The Simon commission was boycotted by Indians because they felt insulted and hurt that a committee appointed to decide the future of India did not include even a single Indian.
[8] What is Gandhi's definition of Rama Raj?
A.
The rule as it was during the time of Rama
B.
Sovereignty of the people based on pure moral authority
C.
The greatest good of all
D.
The absolute power concentrated in the hands of a king
Ans:
The greatest good of all
Explanation :
In post-colonial India, Ram Rajya as a concept was first mooted by Mahatma Gandhi. Gandhiji announced that Ram Rajya would be brought once Independence arrived. When he was asked about the ideal state, he talked about Ram Rajya.
[9] What was meant by the Secretary of State for India during the British rule?
A.
An official who worked as the Secretary to the Viceroy of India
B.
A Secretary level official appointed in each Presidency of India
C.
A British minister given full control over the Government of India
D.
A senior officer appointed by the Viceroy to look into the internal administration in India
Ans:
A British minister given full control over the Government of India
Explanation :
The Secretary of State for India was the British Cabinet minister responsible for the government of India, Burma and Aden, and the polítical head of the India Office. The post was created in 1858 when the East India Company's rule in India ended and British India was brought under the dírect admínistration of the government in London, beginning a period often called the British Raj.
[10] Why was the Simon Commission boycotted by the Indians?
A.
It did not include any Indian as a member
B.
It did not have any woman member
C.
It was appointed before the stipulated time
D.
It refused to meet prominent Indian leaders
Ans:
It did not include any Indian as a member
Explanation :
The Simon commission was boycotted by Indians because they felt insulted and hurt that a committee appointed to decide the future of India did not include even one Indian.
[11] ‘Lucknow Pact' was a deal between -
A.
Indians and the British about legislative seats
B.
Hindus and Muslims regarding seat sharing in legislatures
C.
Depressed castes and Brahmins about job reservations
D.
Hindus and Sikhs about job reservations
Ans:
Hindus and Muslims regarding seat sharing in legislatures
Explanation :
The Lucknow Pact was an agreement made by the Indian National Congress headed by Maratha leader Bal Gangadhar Tilak and the All-India Muslim Leagueled by Muhammad Ali Jinnah which was adopted by the Congress at its Lucknow session on December 29 and by the league on December 31, 1916.
[12] In which of the following systems of land settlement adopted by the English did provide more protection to the interests of farmers?
A.
Permanent Settlement of Bengal
B.
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
C.
Zamindari Settlement of Central States
D.
Malgujari (land revenue) Setternent of United State
Ans:
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
Explanation :
The Ryotwari system, instituted in some parts of British India, was one of the two main systems used to collect revenues from the cultivators of agricultural land. These revenues included undifferentlated land taxes and rents, which were collected simultaneously.
[13] Which one of the following libraries has the largest collection of manuscripts of historical value?
A.
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
B.
Tanjavur Maharaja Serfoji Saraswati Mahal Library
C.
Asiatic Society Library
D.
Rampur Raza Library
Ans:
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
Explanation :
Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library was opened to public in October, 1891 by Khan Bahadur Khuda Bakhsh with 4,000 manuscripts, of which he inherited 1,400 from his father Maulvi Mohammed Bakhsh. It is an autonomous organization under Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and is governed by a Board with the Governor of Bihar as its ex-officio Chairman.
[14] Gandhi's concept of Trusteeship:
A.
Recognises right of private ownership of property
B.
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
C.
Excludes legislative regulation of the ownership and use of wealth
D.
Does not fix minimum or maximum income
Ans:
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
Explanation :
Trusteeship principle advocated by Gandhiji provides a means of transforming the present capitalist order of society into an egalitarian one. He envisaged trusteeship as a post capitalist arrangement which gives no quarter to capitalism, but gives the present owning class a chance of reforming itsel f (Gandhi Nehru And Globalization, p 7).
[15] According to Mahatma Gandhi which of the following is correct?
A.
Religion is to be separated from politics
B.
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
C.
Religion should be completely banned.
D.
Politics must be completely eliminated from socio-economic life
Ans:
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
Explanation :
Religion was central to Gandhi's life, thoughts and work, and he regarded politics as applied religion However, he was a lifelong opponent of "communalism" (i.e. basing politics on religion).
[16] November 26, 1949 is a significant day in our constitutional history because -
A.
India took a pledge of complete independence on this day
B.
The Constitution was adopted on this day
C.
India became a Republic on this day
D.
The first amendment of the Constitution was passed on this day
Ans:
The Constitution was adopted on this day
Explanation :
The Republic of India is governed in terms of the Constitution of India which was adopted by the Con- stituent Assembly on 26th November 1949 and came into force on 26th January 1950. The date 26 January was chosen to commemorate the Purna Swara declaration of independence of 1930.
[17] The issue on which the Civil Disobedience Movement of 1930 was launched was -
A.
equal employment opportunities for Indians
B.
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
C.
salt monopoly exercised by the British Government
D.
complete freedom
Ans:
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
On the historic day of 12th March 1930, Gandhi inaugurated The Civil Disobedience Movement by conducting the historic Dandi Salt March, where he broke the Salt Laws imposed by the British Government.
[18] The immortal national song ‘Bande Mataram’ has been written by -
A.
Rabindranath Tagore
B.
Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyaya
C.
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
D.
Surendranath Bandopadhyaya
Ans:
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
Explanation :
Vande Mataram is a poem from Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's 1882 novel Anandamath. It was written in Bengali and Sanskrit. It is a hymn to Goddess Durga, identified as the national personification of India.
[19] The Ahmedabad Satyagraha of Gandhi was directed against -
A.
British mill owners and goverment officials
B.
Indian mill owners and non government officials
C.
British non-government officials
D.
Indian government officials
Ans:
Indian mill owners and non government officials
Explanation :
A dispute between the textile mill-owners and the labourers at Ahmedabad arose in 1918, about the grant of bonus and dearness allowance. The labourers wanted 50% increase allowance due to steep rise in prices. The mill-owners were ready to give only 20% increase. Gandhi was approached to find a solution.
[20] What did Jyotiba Phule's Satyashodhak Samaj attempt in the last century?
A.
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
B.
Attacking the caste system
C.
Led an anti-landlord and antimahajan upsurge in Satara
D.
Separate representation for untouchables
Ans:
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
Explanation :
Satya Shodhak Samaj was a religion established by Mahatma Jotirao Phule on September 24, 1873. This was started as a group whose main aim was to liberate the social Shudra and Untouchable castes from exploitation and oppression. While condemning the prevalent religion, Phule established Satya Shodhalk Samaj with the ideals of human well being in broader aspects, human happiness, unity, equality, and easy religious principles and rituals.
[21] Land Revenue under Tipu -
A.
was mainly collected through revenue officers.
B.
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
C.
was collected by intermediaries
D.
was not allowed to go into the hands of Sultan
Ans:
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
Explanation :
Tipu Sultan while managing his land revenue system introduced the system of collecting the rent in cash. Farming out the land was abolished and the. State undertook the task of collecting the tax directly from the peasants. State officers were strictly instructed not to harass the ryots (peasants or cultivators of the soil).
[22] Which of the following statements best explains the nature of revolt of 1857?
A.
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
B.
Mutiny of a section of sepoys of the British Army
C.
A struggle of the common people to overthrow common rule
D.
An effort to establish a limited Indian nation
Ans:
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
Explanation :
Till the end of the 19th century, the British offi-cials continued to look upon the rebellion primarily as a `sepoy mutiny'. But, another British tendency was to look upon the event as ea 'Muslim' reaction. Upon this view, British had taken over power from the Muslims who made the last consolidated effort to regain their lost power and glory through the revolt of 1857.
[23] The Round table conference at London met for the discussion of -
A.
Provision of Provincial Autonomy
B.
A future Administration of India
C.
Gandhi's demands for calling off Civil Disobedience Movement
D.
Congress claim to be the sole representative of Indians
Ans:
A future Administration of India
Explanation :
0
[24] The Marathas were defeated at Panipat because -
A.
The Marathas did not fight bravely
B.
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
C.
The Martha army was short of food supplies
D.
The Marathas were considered alien by the local population
Ans:
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
Explanation :
In the battle, Ahmad Shah Abdali had both numeric as well as qualitative superiority over Marathas. The combined Muslim army was much larger than that of Marathas. Though the infantry of Maratha was organized along European lines and their had some of the best French-made guns of the tim their artillery was static and lacked mobility against the fast-moving Afghan forces.
[25] What was the reason for Gandhiji's support to decentralisation of power?
A.
Decentralisation ensures more participation of the people into democracy
B.
India had decentralisation of power in the past
C.
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
D.
Decentralisation can prevent commnunalism
Ans:
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.
Explanation :
The Indian Statutory Commission was a group of seven British Members of Parliament that had been dispatched to India in 1927 to study constitutional reform in Britain's most important colonial dependency. It was commonly referred to as the Simon Commission after its chairman. Sir John Simon. The Simon commission was boycotted by Indians because they felt insulted and hurt that a committee appointed to decide the future of India did not include even a single Indian.
[8] What is Gandhi's definition of Rama Raj?
A.
The rule as it was during the time of Rama
B.
Sovereignty of the people based on pure moral authority
C.
The greatest good of all
D.
The absolute power concentrated in the hands of a king
Ans:
The greatest good of all
Explanation :
In post-colonial India, Ram Rajya as a concept was first mooted by Mahatma Gandhi. Gandhiji announced that Ram Rajya would be brought once Independence arrived. When he was asked about the ideal state, he talked about Ram Rajya.
[9] What was meant by the Secretary of State for India during the British rule?
A.
An official who worked as the Secretary to the Viceroy of India
B.
A Secretary level official appointed in each Presidency of India
C.
A British minister given full control over the Government of India
D.
A senior officer appointed by the Viceroy to look into the internal administration in India
Ans:
A British minister given full control over the Government of India
Explanation :
The Secretary of State for India was the British Cabinet minister responsible for the government of India, Burma and Aden, and the polítical head of the India Office. The post was created in 1858 when the East India Company's rule in India ended and British India was brought under the dírect admínistration of the government in London, beginning a period often called the British Raj.
[10] Why was the Simon Commission boycotted by the Indians?
A.
It did not include any Indian as a member
B.
It did not have any woman member
C.
It was appointed before the stipulated time
D.
It refused to meet prominent Indian leaders
Ans:
It did not include any Indian as a member
Explanation :
The Simon commission was boycotted by Indians because they felt insulted and hurt that a committee appointed to decide the future of India did not include even one Indian.
[11] ‘Lucknow Pact' was a deal between -
A.
Indians and the British about legislative seats
B.
Hindus and Muslims regarding seat sharing in legislatures
C.
Depressed castes and Brahmins about job reservations
D.
Hindus and Sikhs about job reservations
Ans:
Hindus and Muslims regarding seat sharing in legislatures
Explanation :
The Lucknow Pact was an agreement made by the Indian National Congress headed by Maratha leader Bal Gangadhar Tilak and the All-India Muslim Leagueled by Muhammad Ali Jinnah which was adopted by the Congress at its Lucknow session on December 29 and by the league on December 31, 1916.
[12] In which of the following systems of land settlement adopted by the English did provide more protection to the interests of farmers?
A.
Permanent Settlement of Bengal
B.
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
C.
Zamindari Settlement of Central States
D.
Malgujari (land revenue) Setternent of United State
Ans:
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
Explanation :
The Ryotwari system, instituted in some parts of British India, was one of the two main systems used to collect revenues from the cultivators of agricultural land. These revenues included undifferentlated land taxes and rents, which were collected simultaneously.
[13] Which one of the following libraries has the largest collection of manuscripts of historical value?
A.
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
B.
Tanjavur Maharaja Serfoji Saraswati Mahal Library
C.
Asiatic Society Library
D.
Rampur Raza Library
Ans:
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
Explanation :
Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library was opened to public in October, 1891 by Khan Bahadur Khuda Bakhsh with 4,000 manuscripts, of which he inherited 1,400 from his father Maulvi Mohammed Bakhsh. It is an autonomous organization under Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and is governed by a Board with the Governor of Bihar as its ex-officio Chairman.
[14] Gandhi's concept of Trusteeship:
A.
Recognises right of private ownership of property
B.
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
C.
Excludes legislative regulation of the ownership and use of wealth
D.
Does not fix minimum or maximum income
Ans:
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
Explanation :
Trusteeship principle advocated by Gandhiji provides a means of transforming the present capitalist order of society into an egalitarian one. He envisaged trusteeship as a post capitalist arrangement which gives no quarter to capitalism, but gives the present owning class a chance of reforming itsel f (Gandhi Nehru And Globalization, p 7).
[15] According to Mahatma Gandhi which of the following is correct?
A.
Religion is to be separated from politics
B.
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
C.
Religion should be completely banned.
D.
Politics must be completely eliminated from socio-economic life
Ans:
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
Explanation :
Religion was central to Gandhi's life, thoughts and work, and he regarded politics as applied religion However, he was a lifelong opponent of "communalism" (i.e. basing politics on religion).
[16] November 26, 1949 is a significant day in our constitutional history because -
A.
India took a pledge of complete independence on this day
B.
The Constitution was adopted on this day
C.
India became a Republic on this day
D.
The first amendment of the Constitution was passed on this day
Ans:
The Constitution was adopted on this day
Explanation :
The Republic of India is governed in terms of the Constitution of India which was adopted by the Con- stituent Assembly on 26th November 1949 and came into force on 26th January 1950. The date 26 January was chosen to commemorate the Purna Swara declaration of independence of 1930.
[17] The issue on which the Civil Disobedience Movement of 1930 was launched was -
A.
equal employment opportunities for Indians
B.
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
C.
salt monopoly exercised by the British Government
D.
complete freedom
Ans:
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
On the historic day of 12th March 1930, Gandhi inaugurated The Civil Disobedience Movement by conducting the historic Dandi Salt March, where he broke the Salt Laws imposed by the British Government.
[18] The immortal national song ‘Bande Mataram’ has been written by -
A.
Rabindranath Tagore
B.
Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyaya
C.
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
D.
Surendranath Bandopadhyaya
Ans:
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
Explanation :
Vande Mataram is a poem from Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's 1882 novel Anandamath. It was written in Bengali and Sanskrit. It is a hymn to Goddess Durga, identified as the national personification of India.
[19] The Ahmedabad Satyagraha of Gandhi was directed against -
A.
British mill owners and goverment officials
B.
Indian mill owners and non government officials
C.
British non-government officials
D.
Indian government officials
Ans:
Indian mill owners and non government officials
Explanation :
A dispute between the textile mill-owners and the labourers at Ahmedabad arose in 1918, about the grant of bonus and dearness allowance. The labourers wanted 50% increase allowance due to steep rise in prices. The mill-owners were ready to give only 20% increase. Gandhi was approached to find a solution.
[20] What did Jyotiba Phule's Satyashodhak Samaj attempt in the last century?
A.
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
B.
Attacking the caste system
C.
Led an anti-landlord and antimahajan upsurge in Satara
D.
Separate representation for untouchables
Ans:
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
Explanation :
Satya Shodhak Samaj was a religion established by Mahatma Jotirao Phule on September 24, 1873. This was started as a group whose main aim was to liberate the social Shudra and Untouchable castes from exploitation and oppression. While condemning the prevalent religion, Phule established Satya Shodhalk Samaj with the ideals of human well being in broader aspects, human happiness, unity, equality, and easy religious principles and rituals.
[21] Land Revenue under Tipu -
A.
was mainly collected through revenue officers.
B.
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
C.
was collected by intermediaries
D.
was not allowed to go into the hands of Sultan
Ans:
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
Explanation :
Tipu Sultan while managing his land revenue system introduced the system of collecting the rent in cash. Farming out the land was abolished and the. State undertook the task of collecting the tax directly from the peasants. State officers were strictly instructed not to harass the ryots (peasants or cultivators of the soil).
[22] Which of the following statements best explains the nature of revolt of 1857?
A.
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
B.
Mutiny of a section of sepoys of the British Army
C.
A struggle of the common people to overthrow common rule
D.
An effort to establish a limited Indian nation
Ans:
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
Explanation :
Till the end of the 19th century, the British offi-cials continued to look upon the rebellion primarily as a `sepoy mutiny'. But, another British tendency was to look upon the event as ea 'Muslim' reaction. Upon this view, British had taken over power from the Muslims who made the last consolidated effort to regain their lost power and glory through the revolt of 1857.
[23] The Round table conference at London met for the discussion of -
A.
Provision of Provincial Autonomy
B.
A future Administration of India
C.
Gandhi's demands for calling off Civil Disobedience Movement
D.
Congress claim to be the sole representative of Indians
Ans:
A future Administration of India
Explanation :
0
[24] The Marathas were defeated at Panipat because -
A.
The Marathas did not fight bravely
B.
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
C.
The Martha army was short of food supplies
D.
The Marathas were considered alien by the local population
Ans:
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
Explanation :
In the battle, Ahmad Shah Abdali had both numeric as well as qualitative superiority over Marathas. The combined Muslim army was much larger than that of Marathas. Though the infantry of Maratha was organized along European lines and their had some of the best French-made guns of the tim their artillery was static and lacked mobility against the fast-moving Afghan forces.
[25] What was the reason for Gandhiji's support to decentralisation of power?
A.
Decentralisation ensures more participation of the people into democracy
B.
India had decentralisation of power in the past
C.
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
D.
Decentralisation can prevent commnunalism
Ans:
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.
Explanation :
The Secretary of State for India was the British Cabinet minister responsible for the government of India, Burma and Aden, and the polítical head of the India Office. The post was created in 1858 when the East India Company's rule in India ended and British India was brought under the dírect admínistration of the government in London, beginning a period often called the British Raj.
[10] Why was the Simon Commission boycotted by the Indians?
A.
It did not include any Indian as a member
B.
It did not have any woman member
C.
It was appointed before the stipulated time
D.
It refused to meet prominent Indian leaders
Ans:
It did not include any Indian as a member
Explanation :
The Simon commission was boycotted by Indians because they felt insulted and hurt that a committee appointed to decide the future of India did not include even one Indian.
[11] ‘Lucknow Pact' was a deal between -
A.
Indians and the British about legislative seats
B.
Hindus and Muslims regarding seat sharing in legislatures
C.
Depressed castes and Brahmins about job reservations
D.
Hindus and Sikhs about job reservations
Ans:
Hindus and Muslims regarding seat sharing in legislatures
Explanation :
The Lucknow Pact was an agreement made by the Indian National Congress headed by Maratha leader Bal Gangadhar Tilak and the All-India Muslim Leagueled by Muhammad Ali Jinnah which was adopted by the Congress at its Lucknow session on December 29 and by the league on December 31, 1916.
[12] In which of the following systems of land settlement adopted by the English did provide more protection to the interests of farmers?
A.
Permanent Settlement of Bengal
B.
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
C.
Zamindari Settlement of Central States
D.
Malgujari (land revenue) Setternent of United State
Ans:
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
Explanation :
The Ryotwari system, instituted in some parts of British India, was one of the two main systems used to collect revenues from the cultivators of agricultural land. These revenues included undifferentlated land taxes and rents, which were collected simultaneously.
[13] Which one of the following libraries has the largest collection of manuscripts of historical value?
A.
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
B.
Tanjavur Maharaja Serfoji Saraswati Mahal Library
C.
Asiatic Society Library
D.
Rampur Raza Library
Ans:
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
Explanation :
Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library was opened to public in October, 1891 by Khan Bahadur Khuda Bakhsh with 4,000 manuscripts, of which he inherited 1,400 from his father Maulvi Mohammed Bakhsh. It is an autonomous organization under Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and is governed by a Board with the Governor of Bihar as its ex-officio Chairman.
[14] Gandhi's concept of Trusteeship:
A.
Recognises right of private ownership of property
B.
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
C.
Excludes legislative regulation of the ownership and use of wealth
D.
Does not fix minimum or maximum income
Ans:
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
Explanation :
Trusteeship principle advocated by Gandhiji provides a means of transforming the present capitalist order of society into an egalitarian one. He envisaged trusteeship as a post capitalist arrangement which gives no quarter to capitalism, but gives the present owning class a chance of reforming itsel f (Gandhi Nehru And Globalization, p 7).
[15] According to Mahatma Gandhi which of the following is correct?
A.
Religion is to be separated from politics
B.
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
C.
Religion should be completely banned.
D.
Politics must be completely eliminated from socio-economic life
Ans:
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
Explanation :
Religion was central to Gandhi's life, thoughts and work, and he regarded politics as applied religion However, he was a lifelong opponent of "communalism" (i.e. basing politics on religion).
[16] November 26, 1949 is a significant day in our constitutional history because -
A.
India took a pledge of complete independence on this day
B.
The Constitution was adopted on this day
C.
India became a Republic on this day
D.
The first amendment of the Constitution was passed on this day
Ans:
The Constitution was adopted on this day
Explanation :
The Republic of India is governed in terms of the Constitution of India which was adopted by the Con- stituent Assembly on 26th November 1949 and came into force on 26th January 1950. The date 26 January was chosen to commemorate the Purna Swara declaration of independence of 1930.
[17] The issue on which the Civil Disobedience Movement of 1930 was launched was -
A.
equal employment opportunities for Indians
B.
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
C.
salt monopoly exercised by the British Government
D.
complete freedom
Ans:
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
On the historic day of 12th March 1930, Gandhi inaugurated The Civil Disobedience Movement by conducting the historic Dandi Salt March, where he broke the Salt Laws imposed by the British Government.
[18] The immortal national song ‘Bande Mataram’ has been written by -
A.
Rabindranath Tagore
B.
Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyaya
C.
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
D.
Surendranath Bandopadhyaya
Ans:
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
Explanation :
Vande Mataram is a poem from Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's 1882 novel Anandamath. It was written in Bengali and Sanskrit. It is a hymn to Goddess Durga, identified as the national personification of India.
[19] The Ahmedabad Satyagraha of Gandhi was directed against -
A.
British mill owners and goverment officials
B.
Indian mill owners and non government officials
C.
British non-government officials
D.
Indian government officials
Ans:
Indian mill owners and non government officials
Explanation :
A dispute between the textile mill-owners and the labourers at Ahmedabad arose in 1918, about the grant of bonus and dearness allowance. The labourers wanted 50% increase allowance due to steep rise in prices. The mill-owners were ready to give only 20% increase. Gandhi was approached to find a solution.
[20] What did Jyotiba Phule's Satyashodhak Samaj attempt in the last century?
A.
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
B.
Attacking the caste system
C.
Led an anti-landlord and antimahajan upsurge in Satara
D.
Separate representation for untouchables
Ans:
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
Explanation :
Satya Shodhak Samaj was a religion established by Mahatma Jotirao Phule on September 24, 1873. This was started as a group whose main aim was to liberate the social Shudra and Untouchable castes from exploitation and oppression. While condemning the prevalent religion, Phule established Satya Shodhalk Samaj with the ideals of human well being in broader aspects, human happiness, unity, equality, and easy religious principles and rituals.
[21] Land Revenue under Tipu -
A.
was mainly collected through revenue officers.
B.
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
C.
was collected by intermediaries
D.
was not allowed to go into the hands of Sultan
Ans:
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
Explanation :
Tipu Sultan while managing his land revenue system introduced the system of collecting the rent in cash. Farming out the land was abolished and the. State undertook the task of collecting the tax directly from the peasants. State officers were strictly instructed not to harass the ryots (peasants or cultivators of the soil).
[22] Which of the following statements best explains the nature of revolt of 1857?
A.
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
B.
Mutiny of a section of sepoys of the British Army
C.
A struggle of the common people to overthrow common rule
D.
An effort to establish a limited Indian nation
Ans:
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
Explanation :
Till the end of the 19th century, the British offi-cials continued to look upon the rebellion primarily as a `sepoy mutiny'. But, another British tendency was to look upon the event as ea 'Muslim' reaction. Upon this view, British had taken over power from the Muslims who made the last consolidated effort to regain their lost power and glory through the revolt of 1857.
[23] The Round table conference at London met for the discussion of -
A.
Provision of Provincial Autonomy
B.
A future Administration of India
C.
Gandhi's demands for calling off Civil Disobedience Movement
D.
Congress claim to be the sole representative of Indians
Ans:
A future Administration of India
Explanation :
0
[24] The Marathas were defeated at Panipat because -
A.
The Marathas did not fight bravely
B.
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
C.
The Martha army was short of food supplies
D.
The Marathas were considered alien by the local population
Ans:
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
Explanation :
In the battle, Ahmad Shah Abdali had both numeric as well as qualitative superiority over Marathas. The combined Muslim army was much larger than that of Marathas. Though the infantry of Maratha was organized along European lines and their had some of the best French-made guns of the tim their artillery was static and lacked mobility against the fast-moving Afghan forces.
[25] What was the reason for Gandhiji's support to decentralisation of power?
A.
Decentralisation ensures more participation of the people into democracy
B.
India had decentralisation of power in the past
C.
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
D.
Decentralisation can prevent commnunalism
Ans:
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.
Explanation :
The Lucknow Pact was an agreement made by the Indian National Congress headed by Maratha leader Bal Gangadhar Tilak and the All-India Muslim Leagueled by Muhammad Ali Jinnah which was adopted by the Congress at its Lucknow session on December 29 and by the league on December 31, 1916.
[12] In which of the following systems of land settlement adopted by the English did provide more protection to the interests of farmers?
A.
Permanent Settlement of Bengal
B.
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
C.
Zamindari Settlement of Central States
D.
Malgujari (land revenue) Setternent of United State
Ans:
Ryotwari Settlement of Madras
Explanation :
The Ryotwari system, instituted in some parts of British India, was one of the two main systems used to collect revenues from the cultivators of agricultural land. These revenues included undifferentlated land taxes and rents, which were collected simultaneously.
[13] Which one of the following libraries has the largest collection of manuscripts of historical value?
A.
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
B.
Tanjavur Maharaja Serfoji Saraswati Mahal Library
C.
Asiatic Society Library
D.
Rampur Raza Library
Ans:
Khuda Baksh Oriental Public Library
Explanation :
Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library was opened to public in October, 1891 by Khan Bahadur Khuda Bakhsh with 4,000 manuscripts, of which he inherited 1,400 from his father Maulvi Mohammed Bakhsh. It is an autonomous organization under Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and is governed by a Board with the Governor of Bihar as its ex-officio Chairman.
[14] Gandhi's concept of Trusteeship:
A.
Recognises right of private ownership of property
B.
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
C.
Excludes legislative regulation of the ownership and use of wealth
D.
Does not fix minimum or maximum income
Ans:
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
Explanation :
Trusteeship principle advocated by Gandhiji provides a means of transforming the present capitalist order of society into an egalitarian one. He envisaged trusteeship as a post capitalist arrangement which gives no quarter to capitalism, but gives the present owning class a chance of reforming itsel f (Gandhi Nehru And Globalization, p 7).
[15] According to Mahatma Gandhi which of the following is correct?
A.
Religion is to be separated from politics
B.
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
C.
Religion should be completely banned.
D.
Politics must be completely eliminated from socio-economic life
Ans:
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
Explanation :
Religion was central to Gandhi's life, thoughts and work, and he regarded politics as applied religion However, he was a lifelong opponent of "communalism" (i.e. basing politics on religion).
[16] November 26, 1949 is a significant day in our constitutional history because -
A.
India took a pledge of complete independence on this day
B.
The Constitution was adopted on this day
C.
India became a Republic on this day
D.
The first amendment of the Constitution was passed on this day
Ans:
The Constitution was adopted on this day
Explanation :
The Republic of India is governed in terms of the Constitution of India which was adopted by the Con- stituent Assembly on 26th November 1949 and came into force on 26th January 1950. The date 26 January was chosen to commemorate the Purna Swara declaration of independence of 1930.
[17] The issue on which the Civil Disobedience Movement of 1930 was launched was -
A.
equal employment opportunities for Indians
B.
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
C.
salt monopoly exercised by the British Government
D.
complete freedom
Ans:
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
On the historic day of 12th March 1930, Gandhi inaugurated The Civil Disobedience Movement by conducting the historic Dandi Salt March, where he broke the Salt Laws imposed by the British Government.
[18] The immortal national song ‘Bande Mataram’ has been written by -
A.
Rabindranath Tagore
B.
Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyaya
C.
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
D.
Surendranath Bandopadhyaya
Ans:
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
Explanation :
Vande Mataram is a poem from Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's 1882 novel Anandamath. It was written in Bengali and Sanskrit. It is a hymn to Goddess Durga, identified as the national personification of India.
[19] The Ahmedabad Satyagraha of Gandhi was directed against -
A.
British mill owners and goverment officials
B.
Indian mill owners and non government officials
C.
British non-government officials
D.
Indian government officials
Ans:
Indian mill owners and non government officials
Explanation :
A dispute between the textile mill-owners and the labourers at Ahmedabad arose in 1918, about the grant of bonus and dearness allowance. The labourers wanted 50% increase allowance due to steep rise in prices. The mill-owners were ready to give only 20% increase. Gandhi was approached to find a solution.
[20] What did Jyotiba Phule's Satyashodhak Samaj attempt in the last century?
A.
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
B.
Attacking the caste system
C.
Led an anti-landlord and antimahajan upsurge in Satara
D.
Separate representation for untouchables
Ans:
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
Explanation :
Satya Shodhak Samaj was a religion established by Mahatma Jotirao Phule on September 24, 1873. This was started as a group whose main aim was to liberate the social Shudra and Untouchable castes from exploitation and oppression. While condemning the prevalent religion, Phule established Satya Shodhalk Samaj with the ideals of human well being in broader aspects, human happiness, unity, equality, and easy religious principles and rituals.
[21] Land Revenue under Tipu -
A.
was mainly collected through revenue officers.
B.
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
C.
was collected by intermediaries
D.
was not allowed to go into the hands of Sultan
Ans:
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
Explanation :
Tipu Sultan while managing his land revenue system introduced the system of collecting the rent in cash. Farming out the land was abolished and the. State undertook the task of collecting the tax directly from the peasants. State officers were strictly instructed not to harass the ryots (peasants or cultivators of the soil).
[22] Which of the following statements best explains the nature of revolt of 1857?
A.
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
B.
Mutiny of a section of sepoys of the British Army
C.
A struggle of the common people to overthrow common rule
D.
An effort to establish a limited Indian nation
Ans:
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
Explanation :
Till the end of the 19th century, the British offi-cials continued to look upon the rebellion primarily as a `sepoy mutiny'. But, another British tendency was to look upon the event as ea 'Muslim' reaction. Upon this view, British had taken over power from the Muslims who made the last consolidated effort to regain their lost power and glory through the revolt of 1857.
[23] The Round table conference at London met for the discussion of -
A.
Provision of Provincial Autonomy
B.
A future Administration of India
C.
Gandhi's demands for calling off Civil Disobedience Movement
D.
Congress claim to be the sole representative of Indians
Ans:
A future Administration of India
Explanation :
0
[24] The Marathas were defeated at Panipat because -
A.
The Marathas did not fight bravely
B.
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
C.
The Martha army was short of food supplies
D.
The Marathas were considered alien by the local population
Ans:
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
Explanation :
In the battle, Ahmad Shah Abdali had both numeric as well as qualitative superiority over Marathas. The combined Muslim army was much larger than that of Marathas. Though the infantry of Maratha was organized along European lines and their had some of the best French-made guns of the tim their artillery was static and lacked mobility against the fast-moving Afghan forces.
[25] What was the reason for Gandhiji's support to decentralisation of power?
A.
Decentralisation ensures more participation of the people into democracy
B.
India had decentralisation of power in the past
C.
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
D.
Decentralisation can prevent commnunalism
Ans:
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.
Explanation :
Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library was opened to public in October, 1891 by Khan Bahadur Khuda Bakhsh with 4,000 manuscripts, of which he inherited 1,400 from his father Maulvi Mohammed Bakhsh. It is an autonomous organization under Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and is governed by a Board with the Governor of Bihar as its ex-officio Chairman.
[14] Gandhi's concept of Trusteeship:
A.
Recognises right of private ownership of property
B.
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
C.
Excludes legislative regulation of the ownership and use of wealth
D.
Does not fix minimum or maximum income
Ans:
Transforms the capitalistic society into an egalitarian one
Explanation :
Trusteeship principle advocated by Gandhiji provides a means of transforming the present capitalist order of society into an egalitarian one. He envisaged trusteeship as a post capitalist arrangement which gives no quarter to capitalism, but gives the present owning class a chance of reforming itsel f (Gandhi Nehru And Globalization, p 7).
[15] According to Mahatma Gandhi which of the following is correct?
A.
Religion is to be separated from politics
B.
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
C.
Religion should be completely banned.
D.
Politics must be completely eliminated from socio-economic life
Ans:
Politics and religion must go hand in hand.
Explanation :
Religion was central to Gandhi's life, thoughts and work, and he regarded politics as applied religion However, he was a lifelong opponent of "communalism" (i.e. basing politics on religion).
[16] November 26, 1949 is a significant day in our constitutional history because -
A.
India took a pledge of complete independence on this day
B.
The Constitution was adopted on this day
C.
India became a Republic on this day
D.
The first amendment of the Constitution was passed on this day
Ans:
The Constitution was adopted on this day
Explanation :
The Republic of India is governed in terms of the Constitution of India which was adopted by the Con- stituent Assembly on 26th November 1949 and came into force on 26th January 1950. The date 26 January was chosen to commemorate the Purna Swara declaration of independence of 1930.
[17] The issue on which the Civil Disobedience Movement of 1930 was launched was -
A.
equal employment opportunities for Indians
B.
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
C.
salt monopoly exercised by the British Government
D.
complete freedom
Ans:
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
On the historic day of 12th March 1930, Gandhi inaugurated The Civil Disobedience Movement by conducting the historic Dandi Salt March, where he broke the Salt Laws imposed by the British Government.
[18] The immortal national song ‘Bande Mataram’ has been written by -
A.
Rabindranath Tagore
B.
Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyaya
C.
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
D.
Surendranath Bandopadhyaya
Ans:
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
Explanation :
Vande Mataram is a poem from Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's 1882 novel Anandamath. It was written in Bengali and Sanskrit. It is a hymn to Goddess Durga, identified as the national personification of India.
[19] The Ahmedabad Satyagraha of Gandhi was directed against -
A.
British mill owners and goverment officials
B.
Indian mill owners and non government officials
C.
British non-government officials
D.
Indian government officials
Ans:
Indian mill owners and non government officials
Explanation :
A dispute between the textile mill-owners and the labourers at Ahmedabad arose in 1918, about the grant of bonus and dearness allowance. The labourers wanted 50% increase allowance due to steep rise in prices. The mill-owners were ready to give only 20% increase. Gandhi was approached to find a solution.
[20] What did Jyotiba Phule's Satyashodhak Samaj attempt in the last century?
A.
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
B.
Attacking the caste system
C.
Led an anti-landlord and antimahajan upsurge in Satara
D.
Separate representation for untouchables
Ans:
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
Explanation :
Satya Shodhak Samaj was a religion established by Mahatma Jotirao Phule on September 24, 1873. This was started as a group whose main aim was to liberate the social Shudra and Untouchable castes from exploitation and oppression. While condemning the prevalent religion, Phule established Satya Shodhalk Samaj with the ideals of human well being in broader aspects, human happiness, unity, equality, and easy religious principles and rituals.
[21] Land Revenue under Tipu -
A.
was mainly collected through revenue officers.
B.
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
C.
was collected by intermediaries
D.
was not allowed to go into the hands of Sultan
Ans:
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
Explanation :
Tipu Sultan while managing his land revenue system introduced the system of collecting the rent in cash. Farming out the land was abolished and the. State undertook the task of collecting the tax directly from the peasants. State officers were strictly instructed not to harass the ryots (peasants or cultivators of the soil).
[22] Which of the following statements best explains the nature of revolt of 1857?
A.
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
B.
Mutiny of a section of sepoys of the British Army
C.
A struggle of the common people to overthrow common rule
D.
An effort to establish a limited Indian nation
Ans:
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
Explanation :
Till the end of the 19th century, the British offi-cials continued to look upon the rebellion primarily as a `sepoy mutiny'. But, another British tendency was to look upon the event as ea 'Muslim' reaction. Upon this view, British had taken over power from the Muslims who made the last consolidated effort to regain their lost power and glory through the revolt of 1857.
[23] The Round table conference at London met for the discussion of -
A.
Provision of Provincial Autonomy
B.
A future Administration of India
C.
Gandhi's demands for calling off Civil Disobedience Movement
D.
Congress claim to be the sole representative of Indians
Ans:
A future Administration of India
Explanation :
0
[24] The Marathas were defeated at Panipat because -
A.
The Marathas did not fight bravely
B.
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
C.
The Martha army was short of food supplies
D.
The Marathas were considered alien by the local population
Ans:
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
Explanation :
In the battle, Ahmad Shah Abdali had both numeric as well as qualitative superiority over Marathas. The combined Muslim army was much larger than that of Marathas. Though the infantry of Maratha was organized along European lines and their had some of the best French-made guns of the tim their artillery was static and lacked mobility against the fast-moving Afghan forces.
[25] What was the reason for Gandhiji's support to decentralisation of power?
A.
Decentralisation ensures more participation of the people into democracy
B.
India had decentralisation of power in the past
C.
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
D.
Decentralisation can prevent commnunalism
Ans:
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.
Explanation :
Religion was central to Gandhi's life, thoughts and work, and he regarded politics as applied religion However, he was a lifelong opponent of "communalism" (i.e. basing politics on religion).
[16] November 26, 1949 is a significant day in our constitutional history because -
A.
India took a pledge of complete independence on this day
B.
The Constitution was adopted on this day
C.
India became a Republic on this day
D.
The first amendment of the Constitution was passed on this day
Ans:
The Constitution was adopted on this day
Explanation :
The Republic of India is governed in terms of the Constitution of India which was adopted by the Con- stituent Assembly on 26th November 1949 and came into force on 26th January 1950. The date 26 January was chosen to commemorate the Purna Swara declaration of independence of 1930.
[17] The issue on which the Civil Disobedience Movement of 1930 was launched was -
A.
equal employment opportunities for Indians
B.
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
C.
salt monopoly exercised by the British Government
D.
complete freedom
Ans:
the proposed execution of Bhagat Singh
Explanation :
On the historic day of 12th March 1930, Gandhi inaugurated The Civil Disobedience Movement by conducting the historic Dandi Salt March, where he broke the Salt Laws imposed by the British Government.
[18] The immortal national song ‘Bande Mataram’ has been written by -
A.
Rabindranath Tagore
B.
Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyaya
C.
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
D.
Surendranath Bandopadhyaya
Ans:
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
Explanation :
Vande Mataram is a poem from Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's 1882 novel Anandamath. It was written in Bengali and Sanskrit. It is a hymn to Goddess Durga, identified as the national personification of India.
[19] The Ahmedabad Satyagraha of Gandhi was directed against -
A.
British mill owners and goverment officials
B.
Indian mill owners and non government officials
C.
British non-government officials
D.
Indian government officials
Ans:
Indian mill owners and non government officials
Explanation :
A dispute between the textile mill-owners and the labourers at Ahmedabad arose in 1918, about the grant of bonus and dearness allowance. The labourers wanted 50% increase allowance due to steep rise in prices. The mill-owners were ready to give only 20% increase. Gandhi was approached to find a solution.
[20] What did Jyotiba Phule's Satyashodhak Samaj attempt in the last century?
A.
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
B.
Attacking the caste system
C.
Led an anti-landlord and antimahajan upsurge in Satara
D.
Separate representation for untouchables
Ans:
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
Explanation :
Satya Shodhak Samaj was a religion established by Mahatma Jotirao Phule on September 24, 1873. This was started as a group whose main aim was to liberate the social Shudra and Untouchable castes from exploitation and oppression. While condemning the prevalent religion, Phule established Satya Shodhalk Samaj with the ideals of human well being in broader aspects, human happiness, unity, equality, and easy religious principles and rituals.
[21] Land Revenue under Tipu -
A.
was mainly collected through revenue officers.
B.
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
C.
was collected by intermediaries
D.
was not allowed to go into the hands of Sultan
Ans:
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
Explanation :
Tipu Sultan while managing his land revenue system introduced the system of collecting the rent in cash. Farming out the land was abolished and the. State undertook the task of collecting the tax directly from the peasants. State officers were strictly instructed not to harass the ryots (peasants or cultivators of the soil).
[22] Which of the following statements best explains the nature of revolt of 1857?
A.
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
B.
Mutiny of a section of sepoys of the British Army
C.
A struggle of the common people to overthrow common rule
D.
An effort to establish a limited Indian nation
Ans:
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
Explanation :
Till the end of the 19th century, the British offi-cials continued to look upon the rebellion primarily as a `sepoy mutiny'. But, another British tendency was to look upon the event as ea 'Muslim' reaction. Upon this view, British had taken over power from the Muslims who made the last consolidated effort to regain their lost power and glory through the revolt of 1857.
[23] The Round table conference at London met for the discussion of -
A.
Provision of Provincial Autonomy
B.
A future Administration of India
C.
Gandhi's demands for calling off Civil Disobedience Movement
D.
Congress claim to be the sole representative of Indians
Ans:
A future Administration of India
Explanation :
0
[24] The Marathas were defeated at Panipat because -
A.
The Marathas did not fight bravely
B.
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
C.
The Martha army was short of food supplies
D.
The Marathas were considered alien by the local population
Ans:
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
Explanation :
In the battle, Ahmad Shah Abdali had both numeric as well as qualitative superiority over Marathas. The combined Muslim army was much larger than that of Marathas. Though the infantry of Maratha was organized along European lines and their had some of the best French-made guns of the tim their artillery was static and lacked mobility against the fast-moving Afghan forces.
[25] What was the reason for Gandhiji's support to decentralisation of power?
A.
Decentralisation ensures more participation of the people into democracy
B.
India had decentralisation of power in the past
C.
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
D.
Decentralisation can prevent commnunalism
Ans:
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.
Explanation :
On the historic day of 12th March 1930, Gandhi inaugurated The Civil Disobedience Movement by conducting the historic Dandi Salt March, where he broke the Salt Laws imposed by the British Government.
[18] The immortal national song ‘Bande Mataram’ has been written by -
A.
Rabindranath Tagore
B.
Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyaya
C.
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
D.
Surendranath Bandopadhyaya
Ans:
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyaya
Explanation :
Vande Mataram is a poem from Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay's 1882 novel Anandamath. It was written in Bengali and Sanskrit. It is a hymn to Goddess Durga, identified as the national personification of India.
[19] The Ahmedabad Satyagraha of Gandhi was directed against -
A.
British mill owners and goverment officials
B.
Indian mill owners and non government officials
C.
British non-government officials
D.
Indian government officials
Ans:
Indian mill owners and non government officials
Explanation :
A dispute between the textile mill-owners and the labourers at Ahmedabad arose in 1918, about the grant of bonus and dearness allowance. The labourers wanted 50% increase allowance due to steep rise in prices. The mill-owners were ready to give only 20% increase. Gandhi was approached to find a solution.
[20] What did Jyotiba Phule's Satyashodhak Samaj attempt in the last century?
A.
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
B.
Attacking the caste system
C.
Led an anti-landlord and antimahajan upsurge in Satara
D.
Separate representation for untouchables
Ans:
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
Explanation :
Satya Shodhak Samaj was a religion established by Mahatma Jotirao Phule on September 24, 1873. This was started as a group whose main aim was to liberate the social Shudra and Untouchable castes from exploitation and oppression. While condemning the prevalent religion, Phule established Satya Shodhalk Samaj with the ideals of human well being in broader aspects, human happiness, unity, equality, and easy religious principles and rituals.
[21] Land Revenue under Tipu -
A.
was mainly collected through revenue officers.
B.
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
C.
was collected by intermediaries
D.
was not allowed to go into the hands of Sultan
Ans:
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
Explanation :
Tipu Sultan while managing his land revenue system introduced the system of collecting the rent in cash. Farming out the land was abolished and the. State undertook the task of collecting the tax directly from the peasants. State officers were strictly instructed not to harass the ryots (peasants or cultivators of the soil).
[22] Which of the following statements best explains the nature of revolt of 1857?
A.
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
B.
Mutiny of a section of sepoys of the British Army
C.
A struggle of the common people to overthrow common rule
D.
An effort to establish a limited Indian nation
Ans:
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
Explanation :
Till the end of the 19th century, the British offi-cials continued to look upon the rebellion primarily as a `sepoy mutiny'. But, another British tendency was to look upon the event as ea 'Muslim' reaction. Upon this view, British had taken over power from the Muslims who made the last consolidated effort to regain their lost power and glory through the revolt of 1857.
[23] The Round table conference at London met for the discussion of -
A.
Provision of Provincial Autonomy
B.
A future Administration of India
C.
Gandhi's demands for calling off Civil Disobedience Movement
D.
Congress claim to be the sole representative of Indians
Ans:
A future Administration of India
Explanation :
0
[24] The Marathas were defeated at Panipat because -
A.
The Marathas did not fight bravely
B.
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
C.
The Martha army was short of food supplies
D.
The Marathas were considered alien by the local population
Ans:
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
Explanation :
In the battle, Ahmad Shah Abdali had both numeric as well as qualitative superiority over Marathas. The combined Muslim army was much larger than that of Marathas. Though the infantry of Maratha was organized along European lines and their had some of the best French-made guns of the tim their artillery was static and lacked mobility against the fast-moving Afghan forces.
[25] What was the reason for Gandhiji's support to decentralisation of power?
A.
Decentralisation ensures more participation of the people into democracy
B.
India had decentralisation of power in the past
C.
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
D.
Decentralisation can prevent commnunalism
Ans:
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.
Explanation :
A dispute between the textile mill-owners and the labourers at Ahmedabad arose in 1918, about the grant of bonus and dearness allowance. The labourers wanted 50% increase allowance due to steep rise in prices. The mill-owners were ready to give only 20% increase. Gandhi was approached to find a solution.
[20] What did Jyotiba Phule's Satyashodhak Samaj attempt in the last century?
A.
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
B.
Attacking the caste system
C.
Led an anti-landlord and antimahajan upsurge in Satara
D.
Separate representation for untouchables
Ans:
Saving the lower castes from hypocritical Brahmans and their opportunistic scriptures
Explanation :
Satya Shodhak Samaj was a religion established by Mahatma Jotirao Phule on September 24, 1873. This was started as a group whose main aim was to liberate the social Shudra and Untouchable castes from exploitation and oppression. While condemning the prevalent religion, Phule established Satya Shodhalk Samaj with the ideals of human well being in broader aspects, human happiness, unity, equality, and easy religious principles and rituals.
[21] Land Revenue under Tipu -
A.
was mainly collected through revenue officers.
B.
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
C.
was collected by intermediaries
D.
was not allowed to go into the hands of Sultan
Ans:
was mainly collected by Government officials appointed by Tipu
Explanation :
Tipu Sultan while managing his land revenue system introduced the system of collecting the rent in cash. Farming out the land was abolished and the. State undertook the task of collecting the tax directly from the peasants. State officers were strictly instructed not to harass the ryots (peasants or cultivators of the soil).
[22] Which of the following statements best explains the nature of revolt of 1857?
A.
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
B.
Mutiny of a section of sepoys of the British Army
C.
A struggle of the common people to overthrow common rule
D.
An effort to establish a limited Indian nation
Ans:
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
Explanation :
Till the end of the 19th century, the British offi-cials continued to look upon the rebellion primarily as a `sepoy mutiny'. But, another British tendency was to look upon the event as ea 'Muslim' reaction. Upon this view, British had taken over power from the Muslims who made the last consolidated effort to regain their lost power and glory through the revolt of 1857.
[23] The Round table conference at London met for the discussion of -
A.
Provision of Provincial Autonomy
B.
A future Administration of India
C.
Gandhi's demands for calling off Civil Disobedience Movement
D.
Congress claim to be the sole representative of Indians
Ans:
A future Administration of India
Explanation :
0
[24] The Marathas were defeated at Panipat because -
A.
The Marathas did not fight bravely
B.
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
C.
The Martha army was short of food supplies
D.
The Marathas were considered alien by the local population
Ans:
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
Explanation :
In the battle, Ahmad Shah Abdali had both numeric as well as qualitative superiority over Marathas. The combined Muslim army was much larger than that of Marathas. Though the infantry of Maratha was organized along European lines and their had some of the best French-made guns of the tim their artillery was static and lacked mobility against the fast-moving Afghan forces.
[25] What was the reason for Gandhiji's support to decentralisation of power?
A.
Decentralisation ensures more participation of the people into democracy
B.
India had decentralisation of power in the past
C.
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
D.
Decentralisation can prevent commnunalism
Ans:
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.
Explanation :
Tipu Sultan while managing his land revenue system introduced the system of collecting the rent in cash. Farming out the land was abolished and the. State undertook the task of collecting the tax directly from the peasants. State officers were strictly instructed not to harass the ryots (peasants or cultivators of the soil).
[22] Which of the following statements best explains the nature of revolt of 1857?
A.
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
B.
Mutiny of a section of sepoys of the British Army
C.
A struggle of the common people to overthrow common rule
D.
An effort to establish a limited Indian nation
Ans:
The last effort of the old political order to regain power.
Explanation :
Till the end of the 19th century, the British offi-cials continued to look upon the rebellion primarily as a `sepoy mutiny'. But, another British tendency was to look upon the event as ea 'Muslim' reaction. Upon this view, British had taken over power from the Muslims who made the last consolidated effort to regain their lost power and glory through the revolt of 1857.
[23] The Round table conference at London met for the discussion of -
A.
Provision of Provincial Autonomy
B.
A future Administration of India
C.
Gandhi's demands for calling off Civil Disobedience Movement
D.
Congress claim to be the sole representative of Indians
Ans:
A future Administration of India
Explanation :
0
[24] The Marathas were defeated at Panipat because -
A.
The Marathas did not fight bravely
B.
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
C.
The Martha army was short of food supplies
D.
The Marathas were considered alien by the local population
Ans:
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
Explanation :
In the battle, Ahmad Shah Abdali had both numeric as well as qualitative superiority over Marathas. The combined Muslim army was much larger than that of Marathas. Though the infantry of Maratha was organized along European lines and their had some of the best French-made guns of the tim their artillery was static and lacked mobility against the fast-moving Afghan forces.
[25] What was the reason for Gandhiji's support to decentralisation of power?
A.
Decentralisation ensures more participation of the people into democracy
B.
India had decentralisation of power in the past
C.
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
D.
Decentralisation can prevent commnunalism
Ans:
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.
Explanation :
0
[24] The Marathas were defeated at Panipat because -
A.
The Marathas did not fight bravely
B.
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
C.
The Martha army was short of food supplies
D.
The Marathas were considered alien by the local population
Ans:
The Marathas were not equal to Afghans in strength
Explanation :
In the battle, Ahmad Shah Abdali had both numeric as well as qualitative superiority over Marathas. The combined Muslim army was much larger than that of Marathas. Though the infantry of Maratha was organized along European lines and their had some of the best French-made guns of the tim their artillery was static and lacked mobility against the fast-moving Afghan forces.
[25] What was the reason for Gandhiji's support to decentralisation of power?
A.
Decentralisation ensures more participation of the people into democracy
B.
India had decentralisation of power in the past
C.
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
D.
Decentralisation can prevent commnunalism
Ans:
Decentralisation was essential for the economic development of the country
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.
Explanation :
Gandhi's greatest contribution to the social thought of this century is perhaps his insistence on decentralization of the means of production (i.e. say economic power). According to him, large-scale industrialism is at the base of the centralization of political power in few hands.