Q. The Dandi March was a significant event in which movement? (1930)
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A.
Non-Cooperation Movement
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B.
Civil Disobedience Movement
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C.
Quit India Movement
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D.
Swadeshi Movement
Solution
The Dandi March in 1930 was a key event in the Civil Disobedience Movement, led by Gandhi to protest against the salt tax.
Correct Answer: B — Civil Disobedience Movement
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Q. The Indian National Congress was founded in which year?
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A.
1885
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B.
1905
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C.
1919
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D.
1942
Solution
The Indian National Congress was founded in 1885, marking the beginning of organized political activity in India.
Correct Answer: A — 1885
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Q. What was the main objective of the Dandi March in 1930? (1930)
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A.
To protest against the Rowlatt Act
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B.
To promote the Swadeshi Movement
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C.
To defy the salt laws
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D.
To demand complete independence
Solution
The Dandi March was aimed at defying the British salt laws by making salt from seawater.
Correct Answer: C — To defy the salt laws
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Q. Which act was passed by the British Parliament to partition Bengal in 1905? (1905)
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A.
Government of India Act
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B.
Indian Councils Act
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C.
Partition of Bengal Act
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D.
Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms
Solution
The Partition of Bengal Act was enacted in 1905, leading to widespread protests and the Swadeshi Movement.
Correct Answer: C — Partition of Bengal Act
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Q. Which battle marked the beginning of British rule in India?
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A.
Battle of Plassey
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B.
Battle of Buxar
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C.
Battle of Panipat
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D.
Battle of Haldighati
Solution
The Battle of Plassey in 1757 was a decisive victory for the British East India Company, leading to their control over Bengal.
Correct Answer: A — Battle of Plassey
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Q. Which empire was known for its architectural marvels like the Taj Mahal?
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A.
Gupta Empire
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B.
Mughal Empire
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C.
Maurya Empire
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D.
Chola Empire
Solution
The Mughal Empire is renowned for its architectural achievements, including the Taj Mahal built by Shah Jahan.
Correct Answer: B — Mughal Empire
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Q. Which Indian leader is known for the slogan 'Give me blood, and I shall give you freedom'? (1940)
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A.
Subhas Chandra Bose
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B.
Bhagat Singh
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C.
Mahatma Gandhi
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D.
Jawaharlal Nehru
Solution
Subhas Chandra Bose is credited with this slogan, emphasizing the need for sacrifice in the struggle for independence.
Correct Answer: A — Subhas Chandra Bose
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Q. Which movement was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930? (1930)
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A.
Non-Cooperation Movement
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B.
Civil Disobedience Movement
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C.
Quit India Movement
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D.
Swadeshi Movement
Solution
The Civil Disobedience Movement was launched by Gandhi in 1930 to resist British rule through non-violent means.
Correct Answer: B — Civil Disobedience Movement
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Q. Which of the following was a major outcome of the Round Table Conferences? (1935)
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A.
Government of India Act 1935
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B.
Indian Independence Act 1947
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C.
Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms
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D.
Cripps Mission
Solution
The Round Table Conferences led to the Government of India Act 1935, which provided for a federal structure in India.
Correct Answer: A — Government of India Act 1935
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Q. Which treaty ended the First Anglo-Sikh War?
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A.
Treaty of Amritsar
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B.
Treaty of Lahore
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C.
Treaty of Delhi
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D.
Treaty of Paris
Solution
The Treaty of Lahore was signed in 1846, marking the end of the First Anglo-Sikh War.
Correct Answer: B — Treaty of Lahore
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Q. Who is known as the 'Iron Man of India'? (1947)
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A.
Mahatma Gandhi
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B.
Jawaharlal Nehru
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C.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
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D.
B.R. Ambedkar
Solution
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel earned the title 'Iron Man of India' for his role in unifying the country post-independence.
Correct Answer: C — Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
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Q. Who was the first Mughal Emperor of India?
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A.
Akbar
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B.
Babur
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C.
Shah Jahan
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D.
Aurangzeb
Solution
Babur founded the Mughal Empire in India after his victory at the First Battle of Panipat in 1526.
Correct Answer: B — Babur
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Q. Who was the first woman to become the President of the Indian National Congress? (1917)
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A.
Sarojini Naidu
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B.
Annie Besant
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C.
Indira Gandhi
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D.
Kamala Nehru
Solution
Annie Besant was the first woman to become the President of the Indian National Congress in 1917.
Correct Answer: B — Annie Besant
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Q. Who was the founder of the Sikh Empire?
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A.
Ranjit Singh
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B.
Guru Nanak
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C.
Maharaja Gulab Singh
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D.
Maharaja Hari Singh
Solution
Ranjit Singh founded the Sikh Empire in the early 19th century, uniting various Sikh misls.
Correct Answer: A — Ranjit Singh
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Q. Who was the last Governor-General of India? (1947)
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A.
Lord Wavell
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B.
Lord Mountbatten
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C.
Lord Curzon
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D.
Lord Canning
Solution
Lord Mountbatten was the last Governor-General of India, serving from 1947 until India gained independence.
Correct Answer: B — Lord Mountbatten
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