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- Question 1 of 20
1. Question
In the interim government formed in 1946, the Vice-President of the Executive Council was: [1995]
CorrectC. Rajagopalachari was the Head of the Department of Education and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the Head of the Department of Food & Agriculture in the Executive Council.
IncorrectC. Rajagopalachari was the Head of the Department of Education and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the Head of the Department of Food & Agriculture in the Executive Council.
UnattemptedC. Rajagopalachari was the Head of the Department of Education and Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the Head of the Department of Food & Agriculture in the Executive Council.
- Question 2 of 20
2. Question
Hooghly was used as a base for piracy in the Bay of Bengal by: [1995]
CorrectIncorrectUnattempted - Question 3 of 20
3. Question
The ‘Modi script’ was employed in the documents of the: [1995]
CorrectIt was mainly used in maintaining the revenue and administrative records.
IncorrectIt was mainly used in maintaining the revenue and administrative records.
UnattemptedIt was mainly used in maintaining the revenue and administrative records.
- Question 4 of 20
4. Question
Examine the map given below: [1995]
The places marked 1, 2, 3 and 4 were respectively the seats of powers of the:CorrectScindias of Gwalior; Holkars of Indore; Gaekwads of Baroda; Bhonsles of Nagpur.
IncorrectScindias of Gwalior; Holkars of Indore; Gaekwads of Baroda; Bhonsles of Nagpur.
UnattemptedScindias of Gwalior; Holkars of Indore; Gaekwads of Baroda; Bhonsles of Nagpur.
- Question 5 of 20
5. Question
Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched? [1995]
CorrectBattle of Wandiwash in 1960 and French were finally defeated by English. Battle of Buxar (1764) – English under Munro defeated Mir Qasim, Shuja-uddaula and Shah Alam II.
IncorrectBattle of Wandiwash in 1960 and French were finally defeated by English. Battle of Buxar (1764) – English under Munro defeated Mir Qasim, Shuja-uddaula and Shah Alam II.
UnattemptedBattle of Wandiwash in 1960 and French were finally defeated by English. Battle of Buxar (1764) – English under Munro defeated Mir Qasim, Shuja-uddaula and Shah Alam II.
- Question 6 of 20
6. Question
The word Adivasi was used for the first time to refer to the tribal people by: [1995]
CorrectAdivasi means primitive people.
IncorrectAdivasi means primitive people.
UnattemptedAdivasi means primitive people.
- Question 7 of 20
7. Question
Match List I with List II and select the correct answer: [1996]
List I.
(A) Governor-General of Presidency of Fort William in Bengal (under Regulating Act, 1773)
(B) Governor-General of India (under Charter Act, 1833)
(C) Governor-General and Viceroy of India (under Indian Council Act, 1858)
(D) Governor-General and Crown Representative (under Government of India Act, 1935)
List II .
1. Archibald Percival Wavell, Viscount and Earl Wavell
2. James Andrew Broun-Ramsay, Earl and Marquess of Dalhousie
3. Charles Cornwallis 2nd Earl and first Marquess of Cornwallis
4. Gilbert John Elliot-Murray-Kynynmound, Earl of Minto
5. Louis Mountbatten, Earl Mountbatten of BurmaCorrectThe Earl Cornwallis took office on 12 September 1786 and left office on 28 October 1793. The Marquess Cornwallis took office on 30 July 1805 and left office on 5 October 1805.
James Andrew Broun-Ramsay, 1st Marquess of Dalhousie served as Governor-General of India from 1848 to 1856.
Lord Mountbatten was the last Viceroy of India (1947) and the first Governor-General of the independent Dominion of India (1947-48).
The Viscount Wavell tenure is 1 October 1943 – 21 February 1947.IncorrectThe Earl Cornwallis took office on 12 September 1786 and left office on 28 October 1793. The Marquess Cornwallis took office on 30 July 1805 and left office on 5 October 1805.
James Andrew Broun-Ramsay, 1st Marquess of Dalhousie served as Governor-General of India from 1848 to 1856.
Lord Mountbatten was the last Viceroy of India (1947) and the first Governor-General of the independent Dominion of India (1947-48).
The Viscount Wavell tenure is 1 October 1943 – 21 February 1947.UnattemptedThe Earl Cornwallis took office on 12 September 1786 and left office on 28 October 1793. The Marquess Cornwallis took office on 30 July 1805 and left office on 5 October 1805.
James Andrew Broun-Ramsay, 1st Marquess of Dalhousie served as Governor-General of India from 1848 to 1856.
Lord Mountbatten was the last Viceroy of India (1947) and the first Governor-General of the independent Dominion of India (1947-48).
The Viscount Wavell tenure is 1 October 1943 – 21 February 1947. - Question 8 of 20
8. Question
His principle forte was social and religious reform. He relied upon legislation to do away with social ills and work unceasingly for the eradication of child marriage and the purdah system. To encourage consideration of social problems on a national scale, he inaugurated the Indian National Social Conference, which for many years met for its annual session alongside the Indian National Congress. The reference in this passage is to: [1996]
CorrectRanade worked for social reform in the areas of child marriage, widow remarriage, and women’s rights. He was a distinguished Indian scholar, social reformer and author.
IncorrectRanade worked for social reform in the areas of child marriage, widow remarriage, and women’s rights. He was a distinguished Indian scholar, social reformer and author.
UnattemptedRanade worked for social reform in the areas of child marriage, widow remarriage, and women’s rights. He was a distinguished Indian scholar, social reformer and author.
- Question 9 of 20
9. Question
The following advertisement. [1996]
THE MARVEL OF THE CENTURY
THE WONDER OF THE WORLD
LIVING PHOTOGRAPHIC PICTURES
IN
LIFE-SIZED REPRODUCTIONS
BY
MESSERS LUMIERE BROTHERS CINEMATOGRAPHIE
A FEW EXHIBITIONS WILL BE GIVEN
AT
WATSON’S HOTEL
TONIGHT
Appeared in the Times of India dated 7th August:CorrectThis was the first advertisement of Indian cinema in Times of India dated 7th August, 1896.
IncorrectThis was the first advertisement of Indian cinema in Times of India dated 7th August, 1896.
UnattemptedThis was the first advertisement of Indian cinema in Times of India dated 7th August, 1896.
- Question 10 of 20
10. Question
Who among the following was the first European to initiate the policy of taking part in the quarrels of Indian princes with a view to acquire territories? [1996]
CorrectDupleix succeeded Dumas as the French governor of Pondicherry. His ambition now was to acquire for France vast territories in India, and for this purpose he entered into relations with the native princes, and adopted a style of oriental splendour in his dress and surroundings. He built an army of native troops, called sepoys, who were trained as infantrymen men in his service also included the famous Hyder Ali of Mysore. Colonial administrator and governor-general of the French territories in India, who nearly realized his dream of establishing a French empire in India.
IncorrectDupleix succeeded Dumas as the French governor of Pondicherry. His ambition now was to acquire for France vast territories in India, and for this purpose he entered into relations with the native princes, and adopted a style of oriental splendour in his dress and surroundings. He built an army of native troops, called sepoys, who were trained as infantrymen men in his service also included the famous Hyder Ali of Mysore. Colonial administrator and governor-general of the French territories in India, who nearly realized his dream of establishing a French empire in India.
UnattemptedDupleix succeeded Dumas as the French governor of Pondicherry. His ambition now was to acquire for France vast territories in India, and for this purpose he entered into relations with the native princes, and adopted a style of oriental splendour in his dress and surroundings. He built an army of native troops, called sepoys, who were trained as infantrymen men in his service also included the famous Hyder Ali of Mysore. Colonial administrator and governor-general of the French territories in India, who nearly realized his dream of establishing a French empire in India.
- Question 11 of 20
11. Question
Consider the following landmarks in Indian education: [1996]
1. Hindu College, Calcutta
2. University of Calcutta
3. Adam’s Report
4. Wood’s Despatch
The correct chronological order of these landmarks is:CorrectHindu College, Calcutta – 1817; University of Calcutta – 1858; Adam’s Report – 1835-38; Wood’s Despatch – 1854
IncorrectHindu College, Calcutta – 1817; University of Calcutta – 1858; Adam’s Report – 1835-38; Wood’s Despatch – 1854
UnattemptedHindu College, Calcutta – 1817; University of Calcutta – 1858; Adam’s Report – 1835-38; Wood’s Despatch – 1854
- Question 12 of 20
12. Question
Which one of the following is an important historical novel written during the latter half of the nineteenth century? [1996]
CorrectDurgesh Nandini was written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1862-1864 in Bangla.
IncorrectDurgesh Nandini was written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1862-1864 in Bangla.
UnattemptedDurgesh Nandini was written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1862-1864 in Bangla.
- Question 13 of 20
13. Question
Who among the following was associated with suppression of thugs? [1997]
CorrectCaptain William Sleeman was appointed by Lord William Bentick (1828-35) to suppress the thugs.
IncorrectCaptain William Sleeman was appointed by Lord William Bentick (1828-35) to suppress the thugs.
UnattemptedCaptain William Sleeman was appointed by Lord William Bentick (1828-35) to suppress the thugs.
- Question 14 of 20
14. Question
What is the correct chronological sequence of the following? [1997]
1. Wood’s Education Despatch
2. Macaulay’s minute on education
3. The Sargent Education Report
4. Indian Education (Hunter Commission)
Select the correct answer using the code given below:CorrectWood’s Despatch (Magna Carta of English education) – 1854; Macaulay’s Minute on Education – 1835; Sargent Education Report – 1944; Hunter Commission – 1882 – 83
IncorrectWood’s Despatch (Magna Carta of English education) – 1854; Macaulay’s Minute on Education – 1835; Sargent Education Report – 1944; Hunter Commission – 1882 – 83
UnattemptedWood’s Despatch (Magna Carta of English education) – 1854; Macaulay’s Minute on Education – 1835; Sargent Education Report – 1944; Hunter Commission – 1882 – 83
- Question 15 of 20
15. Question
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists: [1997]
List-I List-II
A. Moplah revolt 1. Kerala
B. Pabna revolt 2. Bihar
C. Eka movement 3. Bengal
D. Birsa Munda revolt 4. Awadh
Codes:CorrectMoplah revolt in Malabar in Kerala in 1921; Pabna revolt in East Bengal (now in Bangladesh) in 1873; Eka movement in 1921-22 in districts of UP; Birsa Munda revolt in 1899 in Ranchi, Bihar (But now part of Jharkhand).
IncorrectMoplah revolt in Malabar in Kerala in 1921; Pabna revolt in East Bengal (now in Bangladesh) in 1873; Eka movement in 1921-22 in districts of UP; Birsa Munda revolt in 1899 in Ranchi, Bihar (But now part of Jharkhand).
UnattemptedMoplah revolt in Malabar in Kerala in 1921; Pabna revolt in East Bengal (now in Bangladesh) in 1873; Eka movement in 1921-22 in districts of UP; Birsa Munda revolt in 1899 in Ranchi, Bihar (But now part of Jharkhand).
- Question 16 of 20
16. Question
The educated middle class in India: [1998]
CorrectThe revolt did not spread to all parts of the country. Nor was it supported by all groups and sections of the Indian society. South and West India remained largely outside the fold of the revolt. Many Indian rulers refused to help the rebels and some were openly hostile to the rebels and helped the British in suppressing the revolt. The middle and upper classes and the modern educated Indians also did not support the revolt.
IncorrectThe revolt did not spread to all parts of the country. Nor was it supported by all groups and sections of the Indian society. South and West India remained largely outside the fold of the revolt. Many Indian rulers refused to help the rebels and some were openly hostile to the rebels and helped the British in suppressing the revolt. The middle and upper classes and the modern educated Indians also did not support the revolt.
UnattemptedThe revolt did not spread to all parts of the country. Nor was it supported by all groups and sections of the Indian society. South and West India remained largely outside the fold of the revolt. Many Indian rulers refused to help the rebels and some were openly hostile to the rebels and helped the British in suppressing the revolt. The middle and upper classes and the modern educated Indians also did not support the revolt.
- Question 17 of 20
17. Question
The paintings of Abanindranath Tagore are classified as: [1999]
CorrectAbanindranath Tagore is known as the leader of the Revivalist Movement in the field of modern Indian painting in Bengal.
IncorrectAbanindranath Tagore is known as the leader of the Revivalist Movement in the field of modern Indian painting in Bengal.
UnattemptedAbanindranath Tagore is known as the leader of the Revivalist Movement in the field of modern Indian painting in Bengal.
- Question 18 of 20
18. Question
There was no independent development of industries in India during British rule because of the: [1999]
CorrectIncorrectUnattempted - Question 19 of 20
19. Question
The first feature film (talkie) to be produced in India was: [1999]
CorrectAlam Ara was the first Indian sound film directed by Ardeshir Irani. The first Indian talkie was so popular that police aid had to be summoned to control the crowds.
IncorrectAlam Ara was the first Indian sound film directed by Ardeshir Irani. The first Indian talkie was so popular that police aid had to be summoned to control the crowds.
UnattemptedAlam Ara was the first Indian sound film directed by Ardeshir Irani. The first Indian talkie was so popular that police aid had to be summoned to control the crowds.
- Question 20 of 20
20. Question
The Governor-General who followed a spirited “Forward” policy towards Afghanistan was: [1999]
CorrectLord Lytton (1876-80)
IncorrectLord Lytton (1876-80)
UnattemptedLord Lytton (1876-80)
