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 major factor in the United States' decision to enter World War I?
A.The sinking of the Lusitania
B.The Zimmermann Telegram
C.The Russian Revolution
D.The attack on Pearl Harbor
Solution
The Zimmermann Telegram, in which Germany proposed a military alliance with Mexico against the U.S., was a significant factor in the U.S. decision to enter World War I.
Q. Which of the following was a major outcome of the 'Green Revolution' in India concerning social justice? (1960)
A.Reduction in poverty
B.Increase in agricultural productivity
C.Widening of social inequalities
D.Empowerment of women
Solution
While the Green Revolution increased agricultural productivity, it also led to widening social inequalities, as wealth became concentrated among a few landowners.
Correct Answer: C — Widening of social inequalities
Q. Which of the following was a significant agricultural innovation during the Industrial Revolution?
A.Crop rotation
B.Seed drill
C.Organic farming
D.Terracing
Solution
The seed drill, invented by Jethro Tull, was a significant agricultural innovation during the Industrial Revolution that allowed for more efficient planting of seeds.
Q. Which of the following was a significant consequence of World War II?
A.The establishment of the League of Nations
B.The Cold War
C.The unification of Germany
D.The end of colonialism in Asia
Solution
World War II led to the emergence of the United States and the Soviet Union as superpowers, resulting in the Cold War, a period of geopolitical tension.
Q. Which of the following was a significant contribution of the Mughal Empire to the field of medicine in India?
A.Establishment of hospitals
B.Introduction of vaccination
C.Development of Ayurveda
D.Promotion of Western medicine
Solution
The Mughal Empire (16th-18th centuries) established hospitals known as 'Darushifa' which provided medical care and promoted the practice of medicine in India.
Q. Which of the following was a significant factor in the establishment of the Silk Road during the Han Dynasty?
A.A. The invention of the compass
B.B. The demand for silk in the Roman Empire
C.C. The spread of Buddhism
D.D. The establishment of the Mongol Empire
Solution
The demand for silk in the Roman Empire was a significant factor that led to the establishment of the Silk Road during the Han Dynasty, facilitating trade between East and West.
Correct Answer: B — B. The demand for silk in the Roman Empire
Q. Which of the following was a significant factor leading to the fall of the Roman Empire?
A.The rise of Christianity
B.The invention of the printing press
C.The discovery of America
D.The establishment of the Silk Road
Solution
The rise of Christianity and its influence on Roman society contributed to the decline of traditional Roman values and the eventual fall of the Roman Empire.
Q. Which of the following was a significant feature of the economy during the Maurya Empire?
A.Extensive trade networks
B.Heavy reliance on agriculture
C.Use of silver coins
D.All of the above
Solution
The Maurya Empire had a well-organized economy characterized by extensive trade networks, reliance on agriculture, and the use of silver coins for transactions.
Q. Which of the following was a significant feature of the Mauryan Empire's planning in terms of administration?
A.Decentralized governance
B.Centralized bureaucracy
C.Feudal system
D.Tribal confederation
Solution
The Mauryan Empire, particularly under Ashoka, is known for its centralized bureaucracy which allowed for efficient governance across its vast territories.
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 Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 in relation to poverty? (1917)
A.A. Abolition of zamindari system
B.B. Improvement in the plight of indigo farmers
C.C. Establishment of cooperative societies
D.D. Introduction of land reforms
Solution
The Champaran Satyagraha led to improvements in the conditions of indigo farmers, who were suffering from exploitative practices, thus addressing some aspects of rural poverty.
Correct Answer: B — B. Improvement in the plight of indigo farmers