61. Consider the following statements about the Battle of Plassey (1757):
- It was fought between the British East India Company and the Mughal Empire.
- The victory of the British led to the establishment of British control over Bengal.
- Siraj-ud-Daulah was the Nawab of Bengal at the time of the battle.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
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Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only
📖 Explanation:
- The Battle of Plassey (1757) was fought between the British East India Company and the forces of Siraj-ud-Daulah, the Nawab of Bengal, not the Mughal Empire (✘).
- The British victory led to their control over Bengal, which became the foundation of British rule in India (✔).
- Siraj-ud-Daulah was the Nawab of Bengal at the time (✔).
62. Who was the first Muslim ruler to introduce the practice of ‘Sijda’ (prostration) in India?
(a) Alauddin Khilji
(b) Muhammad Ghori
(c) Sher Shah Suri
(d) Firoz Shah Tughlaq
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Answer: (a) Alauddin Khilji
📖 Explanation:
Alauddin Khilji was the first Muslim ruler to introduce the practice of Sijda (a form of prostration as a mark of respect) in India, which became common during the Delhi Sultanate period.
63. Consider the following statements about the Indian Councils Act of 1861:
- It was the first step towards the introduction of representative institutions in India.
- It allowed for the inclusion of Indians in the legislative councils.
- It created a separate Indian Legislative Assembly.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1 and 3 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
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Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
📖 Explanation:
- The Indian Councils Act of 1861 was the first step towards representative institutions by introducing Indian members in the legislative councils (✔).
- It did not create a separate Indian Legislative Assembly, which was formed later (✘).
64. Who was the first woman to become the President of the Indian National Congress?
(a) Sarojini Naidu
(b) Annie Besant
(c) Vijayalakshmi Pandit
(d) Indira Gandhi
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Answer: (b) Annie Besant
📖 Explanation:
Annie Besant was the first woman President of the Indian National Congress, elected in 1917. She was also an important figure in the Home Rule Movement.
65. Consider the following statements about the Bengal Renaissance:
- It was marked by social reforms aimed at ending practices like Sati and child marriage.
- The Renaissance was characterized by the rise of Indian nationalism.
- It was largely influenced by the teachings of Hindu reformers like Raja Ram Mohan Roy and Swami Vivekananda.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
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Answer: (d) 1, 2, and 3
📖 Explanation:
- The Bengal Renaissance was a period of social reforms, including efforts to end Sati, child marriage, and promote women’s education (✔).
- It was characterized by the rise of Indian nationalism and the emergence of leaders like Raja Ram Mohan Roy (✔).
- The movement was greatly influenced by Hindu reformers, especially Raja Ram Mohan Roy and Swami Vivekananda (✔).
66. Who introduced the policy of ‘Doctrine of Lapse’ in India?
(a) Lord Curzon
(b) Lord Dalhousie
(c) Lord Wellesley
(d) Lord Ripon
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Answer: (b) Lord Dalhousie
📖 Explanation:
Lord Dalhousie introduced the Doctrine of Lapse, which allowed the British to annex any Indian princely state if the ruler died without a male heir.
67. Which of the following rulers is associated with the establishment of the city of Agra?
(a) Akbar
(b) Babur
(c) Sher Shah Suri
(d) Jahangir
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Answer: (a) Akbar
📖 Explanation:
Akbar founded the city of Agra as his capital after taking control of the region in the 16th century. Agra later became the center of Mughal architecture, with the Taj Mahal built during Shah Jahan’s reign.
68. Who was the first Indian to become a member of the British Parliament?
(a) Dadabhai Naoroji
(b) Gopal Krishna Gokhale
(c) Lala Lajpat Rai
(d) Subhas Chandra Bose
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Answer: (a) Dadabhai Naoroji
📖 Explanation:
Dadabhai Naoroji was the first Indian to become a member of the British Parliament in 1892, where he spoke about the exploitation of India under British rule.
69. Consider the following statements about the Revolt of 1857 (First War of Indian Independence):
- The revolt began in Meerut and spread to various parts of India.
- The British won the revolt within six months, resulting in the immediate collapse of the Mughal Empire.
- The revolt was primarily driven by Indian sepoys and peasants, along with some rulers.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
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Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only
📖 Explanation:
- The Revolt of 1857 began in Meerut and quickly spread across northern India (✔).
- The British took over a year to suppress the revolt, and the Mughal Empire did collapse after the revolt was crushed (✘).
- The revolt was led by Indian sepoys, peasants, and some rulers like Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi (✔).
70. Who among the following was not associated with the Aligarh Movement?
(a) Syed Ahmad Khan
(b) Mohammad Iqbal
(c) Shibli Nomani
(d) Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
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Answer: (d) Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
📖 Explanation:
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad was not associated with the Aligarh Movement. The Aligarh Movement, led by Syed Ahmad Khan, focused on modernizing Muslim education, while Azad was later involved in the freedom struggle and became the first Minister of Education post-independence.
