Q. Which of the following was a major consequence of the Opium Wars in China?
A.The establishment of the Republic of China
B.The signing of the Treaty of Nanking
C.The end of the Qing Dynasty
D.The rise of communism in China
Solution
The Treaty of Nanking, signed in 1842, was a major consequence of the First Opium War, marking the beginning of the 'Century of Humiliation' for China.
Correct Answer: B — The signing of the Treaty of Nanking
Q. Which of the following was a significant outcome of the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War for India? (1971)
A.Increased territorial expansion
B.Strengthened relations with Pakistan
C.Creation of a new neighboring state
D.Formation of the SAARC
Solution
The 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War resulted in the creation of Bangladesh as a new neighboring state, significantly altering the geopolitical landscape of South Asia.
Correct Answer: C — Creation of a new neighboring state
Q. Which of the following was a significant outcome of the Congress of Vienna in 1815?
A.The unification of Germany
B.The establishment of the League of Nations
C.The restoration of monarchies in Europe
D.The independence of Latin American countries
Solution
The Congress of Vienna in 1815 aimed to restore the balance of power in Europe and led to the restoration of monarchies that had been overthrown during the Napoleonic Wars.
Correct Answer: C — The restoration of monarchies in Europe
Q. Which treaty marked the end of the First Anglo-Sikh War and significantly altered the political landscape of Northern India?
A.Treaty of Amritsar
B.Treaty of Lahore
C.Treaty of Delhi
D.Treaty of Bassein
Solution
The Treaty of Lahore, signed in 1846, marked the end of the First Anglo-Sikh War and resulted in significant territorial and political changes in Northern India.
