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Who is the prime minister of India?
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Misc. Tech.
Economics
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Who is the prime minister of India?##Option_A:nan###Option_B:nan##Option_C:nan##Option_D:nan##Answer:a##Explaination:nan##Topic:Misc. Tech.##Subject:Economics##Answer:a
This is a test. new
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nan
nan
nan
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a
Misc. Tech.
Economics
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: This is a test. new ##Option_A:nan###Option_B:nan##Option_C:nan##Option_D:nan##Answer:a##Explaination:nan##Topic:Misc. Tech.##Subject:Economics##Answer:a
Consider the following statements : 1. Muslim League was founded by Sir Agha Khan. 2. The members of Shimla deputation demanded representation for Muslims in excess of their numerical strength. 3. Separate electorates was provided in Montagu-Chelmsford reforms. Which of statements given above is/are correct?
1 only                      
2 only
1 and 2 only           
1 only                      
Muslim league was initially floated by Nawab Salimullah of Dacca. Though Members of Shimla deputation led by Sir Agha Khan took over Muslim League. So option 1 is incorrect. The members of Shimla deputation demanded representation for Muslims in excess of their numerical strength in view of the value of the contribution Muslims were making to the defence of the empire. So option 2 is correct. Separate electorate were provided by Morley-Minto reforms. So option 3 is wrong.
b
Freedom Struggle : Extremist Phase (1905 – 17)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements : 1. Muslim League was founded by Sir Agha Khan. 2. The members of Shimla deputation demanded representation for Muslims in excess of their numerical strength. 3. Separate electorates was provided in Montagu-Chelmsford reforms. Which of statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only                       ###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: 1 and 2 only            ##Option_D: 1 only                       ##Answer:b##Explaination: Muslim league was initially floated by Nawab Salimullah of Dacca. Though Members of Shimla deputation led by Sir Agha Khan took over Muslim League. So option 1 is incorrect. The members of Shimla deputation demanded representation for Muslims in excess of their numerical strength in view of the value of the contribution Muslims were making to the defence of the empire. So option 2 is correct. Separate electorate were provided by Morley-Minto reforms. So option 3 is wrong. ##Topic:Freedom Struggle : Extremist Phase (1905 – 17)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
18. Consider following statements regarding revenue administration during Mughal period: 1. The revenue system known as 'zabt' divided each province into revenue circles and maintained revenue rates for individual crops. 2. The system was instituted by the Akbar's revenue minister Todar Mal 3. As Mughal administrators could not survey the land and keep very careful accounts in provinces such as Gujarat and Bengal, they were left out of the Zabt system Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
1 only
All  statements are true. Akbar’s revenue minister, Todar Mal, carried out a careful survey of crop yields, prices and areas cultivated for a ten-year period, 1570-1580. On the basis of this data, tax was fixed on each crop in cash. Each province was divided into revenue circles with its own schedule of revenue rates for individual crops. This revenue system was known as zabt. This revenue system was known as zabt. It was prevalent in those areas where Mughal administrators could survey the land and keep very careful accounts. This was not possible in provinces such as Gujarat and Bengal.
c
Mughal Period
Geography
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: 18. Consider following statements regarding revenue administration during Mughal period: 1. The revenue system known as 'zabt' divided each province into revenue circles and maintained revenue rates for individual crops. 2. The system was instituted by the Akbar's revenue minister Todar Mal 3. As Mughal administrators could not survey the land and keep very careful accounts in provinces such as Gujarat and Bengal, they were left out of the Zabt system Which of the above statements is/are correct? ##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 and 3 only ##Option_C: 1 and 2 only ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:c##Explaination: All  statements are true. Akbar’s revenue minister, Todar Mal, carried out a careful survey of crop yields, prices and areas cultivated for a ten-year period, 1570-1580. On the basis of this data, tax was fixed on each crop in cash. Each province was divided into revenue circles with its own schedule of revenue rates for individual crops. This revenue system was known as zabt. This revenue system was known as zabt. It was prevalent in those areas where Mughal administrators could survey the land and keep very careful accounts. This was not possible in provinces such as Gujarat and Bengal. ##Topic:Mughal Period##Subject:Geography##Answer:c
Q28 Which of the following statemens about the policies of Moderates is/are correct? (1)They were loyal to the crown (2)Their methods brought about political maturity Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1Only
2 Only
Both
1Only
Moderates were criticised for their loyalty to the crown.Their patriotism demanded that they should be loyal to the crown, for any termination to the raj was likely to be harmful to Indian national interests.Their methods-the use of prayer,protests,press-brought about politicaal maturity.
c
Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Q28 Which of the following statemens about the policies of Moderates is/are correct? (1)They were loyal to the crown (2)Their methods brought about political maturity Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A:1Only ###Option_B:2 Only ##Option_C:Both ##Option_D:1Only ##Answer:c##Explaination: Moderates were criticised for their loyalty to the crown.Their patriotism demanded that they should be loyal to the crown, for any termination to the raj was likely to be harmful to Indian national interests.Their methods-the use of prayer,protests,press-brought about politicaal maturity. ##Topic:Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
With reference to the 'Akbar Nama' written by Abul Fazal, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1.The first volume dealt with Akbar’s ancestors. 2. The second volume recorded the events of Akbar’s reign. 3. The third volume is the Ain-i Akbari. It deals with Akbar’s administration, household, army, the revenues and geography of his empire. Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
All the statements are correct. The first volume dealt with Akbar’s ancestors and the second volume recorded the events of Akbar’s reign. The third volume is the Ain-i Akbari. It deals with Akbar’s administration, household, army, the revenues and geography of his empire. It also provides rich details about the traditions and culture of the people living in India.
d
Mughal Period
Geography
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: With reference to the 'Akbar Nama' written by Abul Fazal, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1.The first volume dealt with Akbar’s ancestors. 2. The second volume recorded the events of Akbar’s reign. 3. The third volume is the Ain-i Akbari. It deals with Akbar’s administration, household, army, the revenues and geography of his empire. Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A: 1 and 2 only ###Option_B: 2 and 3 only ##Option_C: 1 and 3 only ##Option_D: 1 and 2 only ##Answer:d##Explaination: All the statements are correct. The first volume dealt with Akbar’s ancestors and the second volume recorded the events of Akbar’s reign. The third volume is the Ain-i Akbari. It deals with Akbar’s administration, household, army, the revenues and geography of his empire. It also provides rich details about the traditions and culture of the people living in India. ##Topic:Mughal Period##Subject:Geography##Answer:d
With reference to the Bhakti traditions in Medieval India.Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Saguna tradition follows worship of specific deities such as Shiva, Vishnu and his avatars and forms of the goddess or Devi. 2. Nirguna bhakti on the other hand was worship of an abstract form of god. 3. Tamil traditions of Alvars and Nayanars belonged to the Nirguna Bhakti. Select the correct answer using the  codes given below.
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
 2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
At a different level, historians of religion often classify bhakti traditions into two broad categories: saguna (with attributes) and nirguna (without attributes). The former included traditions that focused on the worship of specific deities such as Shiva, Vishnu and his avatars (incarnations) and forms of the goddess or Devi, all often conceptualised in anthropomorphic forms. Nirguna bhakti on the other hand was worship of an abstract form of god. Alvars (literally, those who are “immersed” in devotion to Vishnu) and Nayanars (literally, leaders who were devotees of Shiva).  Alwars and Nayanars belong to Saguna bhakti as they practice idol worship of Vishnu and Shiva
d
Religious Movements Bhakti Movement
Geography
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the Bhakti traditions in Medieval India.Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Saguna tradition follows worship of specific deities such as Shiva, Vishnu and his avatars and forms of the goddess or Devi. 2. Nirguna bhakti on the other hand was worship of an abstract form of god. 3. Tamil traditions of Alvars and Nayanars belonged to the Nirguna Bhakti. Select the correct answer using the  codes given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C:  2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination: At a different level, historians of religion often classify bhakti traditions into two broad categories: saguna (with attributes) and nirguna (without attributes). The former included traditions that focused on the worship of specific deities such as Shiva, Vishnu and his avatars (incarnations) and forms of the goddess or Devi, all often conceptualised in anthropomorphic forms. Nirguna bhakti on the other hand was worship of an abstract form of god. Alvars (literally, those who are “immersed” in devotion to Vishnu) and Nayanars (literally, leaders who were devotees of Shiva).  Alwars and Nayanars belong to Saguna bhakti as they practice idol worship of Vishnu and Shiva ##Topic:Religious Movements Bhakti Movement##Subject:Geography##Answer:d
Consider following statements regarding political organization of Vijayanagar Kingdom: 1. The military chiefs who controlled forts and had armed supporters were referred as 'Nayakas'. 2. The amara-nayaka system was a major political innovation of the Vijayanagara Empire, many features of this system were derived from the iqta system of the Delhi Sultanate. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
1 only
Among those who exercised power in the empire were military chiefs who usually controlled forts and had armed supporters. These chiefs often moved from one area to another, and in many cases were accompanied by peasants looking for fertile land on which to settle. These chiefs were known as nayakas. The amara-nayaka system was a major political innovation of the Vijayanagara Empire. It is likely that many features of this system were derived from the iqta system of the Delhi Sultanate.
c
Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms
Geography
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider following statements regarding political organization of Vijayanagar Kingdom: 1. The military chiefs who controlled forts and had armed supporters were referred as 'Nayakas'. 2. The amara-nayaka system was a major political innovation of the Vijayanagara Empire, many features of this system were derived from the iqta system of the Delhi Sultanate. Which of the above statements is/are correct?##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:Among those who exercised power in the empire were military chiefs who usually controlled forts and had armed supporters. These chiefs often moved from one area to another, and in many cases were accompanied by peasants looking for fertile land on which to settle. These chiefs were known as nayakas. The amara-nayaka system was a major political innovation of the Vijayanagara Empire. It is likely that many features of this system were derived from the iqta system of the Delhi Sultanate.##Topic:Vijayanagar & other Kingdoms ##Subject:Geography##Answer:c
With reference to the subdivisions of nagara temples depending on the shape of the shikhara, Which of the following statements is/are? 1. In the "Rekha-prasada" type of shikara, the shikhara is square at the base and walls curve or slope inward to a point on top. 2.  In the "Phamsana" type, roofs are composed of several slabs that gently rise to a single point over the centre of the building. Select correct option using codes given below:
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
1 only
Both statements are correct regarding style of architecture.There are many subdivisions of nagara temples depending on the shape of the shikhara. There are different names for the various parts of the temple in different parts of India; however, the most common name for the simple shikhara which is square at the base and whose walls curve or slope inward to a point on top is called the 'latina' or the rekha-prasada type of shikara. The second major type of architectural form in the nagara order is the phamsana. Phamsana buildings tend to be broader and shorter than latina ones. Their roofs are composed of several slabs that gently rise to a single point over the centre of the building, unlike the latina ones which look like sharply rising tall towers. Phamsana roofs do not curve inward, instead they slope upwards on a straight incline
c
Difference between Architecture & Sculpture
Geology
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the subdivisions of nagara temples depending on the shape of the shikhara, Which of the following statements is/are? 1. In the "Rekha-prasada" type of shikara, the shikhara is square at the base and walls curve or slope inward to a point on top. 2.  In the "Phamsana" type, roofs are composed of several slabs that gently rise to a single point over the centre of the building. Select correct option using codes given below:##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination: Both statements are correct regarding style of architecture.There are many subdivisions of nagara temples depending on the shape of the shikhara. There are different names for the various parts of the temple in different parts of India; however, the most common name for the simple shikhara which is square at the base and whose walls curve or slope inward to a point on top is called the 'latina' or the rekha-prasada type of shikara. The second major type of architectural form in the nagara order is the phamsana. Phamsana buildings tend to be broader and shorter than latina ones. Their roofs are composed of several slabs that gently rise to a single point over the centre of the building, unlike the latina ones which look like sharply rising tall towers. Phamsana roofs do not curve inward, instead they slope upwards on a straight incline ##Topic:Difference between Architecture & Sculpture##Subject:Geology##Answer:c
Consider the following statements related to the causes for the origin and rise of Buddhism and Jainism as a religious reform movement. 1. These reform movements did not attach any importance to the existing varna system that deprived many. 2. Buddhism and Jainism preached the gospel of non-violence. 3. Brahmanical texts decried the practice of lending money on interest. 4. Increase in Inequality, misery and sufferings of the masses due to rise of private property on account of coinage system and increased trade and commerce. Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect ?
3 only                      
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3 only                      
All statements are correct. Varna system institutionalised by Brahmanical texts/class deprived a large section of the population. This section supported Buddhism and Jainism to protest against the disprivileges as well as special privileges enjoyed by the Brahmins. Arrival of agriculture and settlement based civilisation increased the use of cattle. The gospel of non violence was quite conducive to the requirement of saving cattle. Arrival of coinage system and rise of trade prompted business class (vaishyas) to lend money. No interest on lent money as preached by Brahmanical texts was against their interest. This is the reason that Buddhism and Jainism were supported by business class of that time. Problems in society/ones life makes religion more relevant. The reform movements of that time got more support and followers due the increased inequality, misery and sufferings of the masses.
d
Religious Reforms
Geography
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements related to the causes for the origin and rise of Buddhism and Jainism as a religious reform movement. 1. These reform movements did not attach any importance to the existing varna system that deprived many. 2. Buddhism and Jainism preached the gospel of non-violence. 3. Brahmanical texts decried the practice of lending money on interest. 4. Increase in Inequality, misery and sufferings of the masses due to rise of private property on account of coinage system and increased trade and commerce. Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect ? ##Option_A: 3 only                       ###Option_B: 2 and 3 only ##Option_C: 4 only                       ##Option_D: 3 only                       ##Answer:d##Explaination:All statements are correct. Varna system institutionalised by Brahmanical texts/class deprived a large section of the population. This section supported Buddhism and Jainism to protest against the disprivileges as well as special privileges enjoyed by the Brahmins. Arrival of agriculture and settlement based civilisation increased the use of cattle. The gospel of non violence was quite conducive to the requirement of saving cattle. Arrival of coinage system and rise of trade prompted business class (vaishyas) to lend money. No interest on lent money as preached by Brahmanical texts was against their interest. This is the reason that Buddhism and Jainism were supported by business class of that time. Problems in society/ones life makes religion more relevant. The reform movements of that time got more support and followers due the increased inequality, misery and sufferings of the masses. ##Topic:Religious Reforms##Subject:Geography##Answer:d
Bhagvatism centered around worship of Vishnu or Bhagvat and originated in post Mauryan times. Consider the following statements regarding Bhagvatism. Women, Shudra or Vaishya could seek refuge in it. It was liberal enough to attract foreigners. It believed in Doctrine of reincarnation. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1 and 2 only
2 and 3  only
1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
All are correct.
d
Vedic Age
Geography
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Bhagvatism centered around worship of Vishnu or Bhagvat and originated in post Mauryan times. Consider the following statements regarding Bhagvatism. Women, Shudra or Vaishya could seek refuge in it. It was liberal enough to attract foreigners. It believed in Doctrine of reincarnation. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3  only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination: All are correct. ##Topic:Vedic Age##Subject:Geography##Answer:d
Q21 In 1917,an organisation “South Indian Liberal Federation” was set up.Which of the following statement is incorrect about it? (1)Dr. Ambedkar  was elected as its president (2)It denounced Hinduism as an intrument of Brahaminical control (3) It stood against Untouchability Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 only
1&2
2&3
1 only
South Indian Liberal Federation,first non-brahaminical organisation,later came to known as the Justice party.In 1937 R.Naicker became its president.Other 2 options are correct. The organisation stood for social equality and fought against the evil of untouchability.It denounced Hinduisim as an Intrument of Brahmanical control of the laws of Manu as inhumane,the puranas as fairy tales.It condemned religion as superstition and opposed imposition of Hindi on the Dravadians.
a
Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Q21 In 1917,an organisation “South Indian Liberal Federation” was set up.Which of the following statement is incorrect about it? (1)Dr. Ambedkar  was elected as its president (2)It denounced Hinduism as an intrument of Brahaminical control (3) It stood against Untouchability Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A:1 only ###Option_B:1&2 ##Option_C:2&3 ##Option_D:1 only ##Answer:a##Explaination: South Indian Liberal Federation,first non-brahaminical organisation,later came to known as the Justice party.In 1937 R.Naicker became its president.Other 2 options are correct. The organisation stood for social equality and fought against the evil of untouchability.It denounced Hinduisim as an Intrument of Brahmanical control of the laws of Manu as inhumane,the puranas as fairy tales.It condemned religion as superstition and opposed imposition of Hindi on the Dravadians. ##Topic:Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
Q22 Consider the following statements about an organisation of kerala “Sree Narayana Dharma Paripalana Yogam”: (1)It was against Untouchability (2)It built temples and opened them for all castes (3)Narayana Guru was its prominent leader Which of the above statements is/are incorrect? Select the correct answer using codes given below.
3 Only
1 Only
1 & 2
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Sree Narayana Guru established the SNDP in Kerala.Objective of SNDP included giving up practice of untouchability with respect to castes below their caste.Other statements are also true.
d
Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Q22 Consider the following statements about an organisation of kerala “Sree Narayana Dharma Paripalana Yogam”: (1)It was against Untouchability (2)It built temples and opened them for all castes (3)Narayana Guru was its prominent leader Which of the above statements is/are incorrect? Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A:3 Only ###Option_B:1 Only ##Option_C:1 & 2 ##Option_D:3 Only ##Answer:d##Explaination: Sree Narayana Guru established the SNDP in Kerala.Objective of SNDP included giving up practice of untouchability with respect to castes below their caste.Other statements are also true. ##Topic:Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Q23 Match the following pairs: Leader Organisation
.Naicker a.Satya Shodhak Samaj
r. Ambedkar b.Justice party
arayana Guru c.Bahishkrit Hitkarini Sabha
.Naicker a.Satya Shodhak Samaj
Easy question.
c
Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Q23 Match the following pairs: Leader Organisation ##Option_A:.Naicker a.Satya Shodhak Samaj ###Option_B:r. Ambedkar b.Justice party ##Option_C:arayana Guru c.Bahishkrit Hitkarini Sabha ##Option_D:.Naicker a.Satya Shodhak Samaj ##Answer:c##Explaination:Easy question.##Topic:Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
The year 1885 marks the beginning of a new epoch in Indian History. Which of the following can be regarded as the cause/s for the growth of Indian Nationalism ? Racialism Administrative Unification of India Influence of European Historical researchers Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 and 2 only
2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
Feeling of racialism between the rulers and the ruled evoked reaction in Indian mind. Researchers like Max Muller, William etc created a new picture of India’s past glory and greatness.
d
Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The year 1885 marks the beginning of a new epoch in Indian History. Which of the following can be regarded as the cause/s for the growth of Indian Nationalism ? Racialism Administrative Unification of India Influence of European Historical researchers Select the correct answer using codes given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Feeling of racialism between the rulers and the ruled evoked reaction in Indian mind. Researchers like Max Muller, William etc created a new picture of India’s past glory and greatness.##Topic:Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Consider the following statements : The first battle of Tarain was fought between Muizzuddin Muhammad and Prithviraja Chauhan. No king of north India have sent contingents to help Prithviraja Chauhan in the second battle of Tarain. The mounted archers and superior organisation skills of Turkish cavalry led to defeat of Prithviraj in second battle of Tarain. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
nan
b
Early Medieval Period: North India ( Rajput Period )
Geography
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements : The first battle of Tarain was fought between Muizzuddin Muhammad and Prithviraja Chauhan. No king of north India have sent contingents to help Prithviraja Chauhan in the second battle of Tarain. The mounted archers and superior organisation skills of Turkish cavalry led to defeat of Prithviraj in second battle of Tarain. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:b##Explaination:nan##Topic:Early Medieval Period: North India ( Rajput Period )##Subject:Geography##Answer:b
Consider the following statements regarding rule of Balban : With accession to the throne of Balban an era of strong centralized government began. In order to strengthen his claim to the throne Balban declared that he was a descendent of the legendary Iranian king. Balban also included Indian Muslim for position of power and showed tolerance towards them. Which of the above statements is/are correct.
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
nan
a
The Delhi Sultanate
Geography
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding rule of Balban : With accession to the throne of Balban an era of strong centralized government began. In order to strengthen his claim to the throne Balban declared that he was a descendent of the legendary Iranian king. Balban also included Indian Muslim for position of power and showed tolerance towards them. Which of the above statements is/are correct.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:a##Explaination:nan##Topic:The Delhi Sultanate##Subject:Geography##Answer:a
Which of the following statements regarding the relation of Indian states with the East India Company during the period of 1765 to 1813 is/are correct? The company struggled for Equality with the Indian states. Chief danger for the Company was from the Afghan invaders Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 only
2 only
Both
1 only
The period 1765 to 1813 is known for Policy of Ring fence or Buffer State. Before 1765 ,the company struggled for the equality with the indian states. During this period,the chief danger was from Afghan Invader and Marathas.
b
The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements regarding the relation of Indian states with the East India Company during the period of 1765 to 1813 is/are correct? The company struggled for Equality with the Indian states. Chief danger for the Company was from the Afghan invaders Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 only ##Option_C: Both ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:b##Explaination: The period 1765 to 1813 is known for Policy of Ring fence or Buffer State. Before 1765 ,the company struggled for the equality with the indian states. During this period,the chief danger was from Afghan Invader and Marathas. ##Topic:The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Sir Charles Wood’s Despatch on Education came to be considered as the Magna Carta of English education in India. Which of the following is/are not correct about it? It underemphasised the importance of Vernacular languages It supported the education of women Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 only
2 only
Both
1 only
It emphasised the importance of the vernacular languages as it was through this medium of verncular languages,the European languages could in filter into masses. Other statement is correct.
a
Development of Education
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Sir Charles Wood’s Despatch on Education came to be considered as the Magna Carta of English education in India. Which of the following is/are not correct about it? It underemphasised the importance of Vernacular languages It supported the education of women Select the correct answer using codes given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination: It emphasised the importance of the vernacular languages as it was through this medium of verncular languages,the European languages could in filter into masses. Other statement is correct. ##Topic:Development of Education##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
The Hunter Education Commission came in 1882 with certain aims and objectives and gave its recommendations.Consider the following statements about it: 1. To review the progress of education in the country since the Despatch of 1854 2. It was to enquire into the general working of the Indian Universities Which of the above statement/s is/are correct?
1 Only
2 Only
Both 1 and 2
1 Only
The commission mostly confined its remarks = (recommendations!) to sec ondary and primary education as enquiry into the general working of the Indian Univeristies was not its objective.
a
Development of Education
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: The Hunter Education Commission came in 1882 with certain aims and objectives and gave its recommendations.Consider the following statements about it: 1. To review the progress of education in the country since the Despatch of 1854 2. It was to enquire into the general working of the Indian Universities Which of the above statement/s is/are correct? ##Option_A: 1 Only ###Option_B: 2 Only ##Option_C: Both 1 and 2 ##Option_D: 1 Only ##Answer:a##Explaination: The commission mostly confined its remarks = (recommendations!) to sec ondary and primary education as enquiry into the general working of the Indian Univeristies was not its objective. ##Topic:Development of Education##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
Q29 During the rule of the East India Company,India suffered in one part or another from twelve famines and four severe scarcities.Which of the following statements regarding the Company’s effort in tackling the famines is/are not true? 1. No attempt was made to formulate any general system of famine relief or prevention 2. The company’s servants exploited the situation and made huge profit Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 Only
2 Only
Both
1 Only
The provincial governments and district officers tried various experiments but no attempt was made to formulate any general system of famine relief or prevention. Rather the company’s servants made large profits by buying up rice and retailing it at high prices.
d
The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Q29 During the rule of the East India Company,India suffered in one part or another from twelve famines and four severe scarcities.Which of the following statements regarding the Company’s effort in tackling the famines is/are not true? 1. No attempt was made to formulate any general system of famine relief or prevention 2. The company’s servants exploited the situation and made huge profit Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A:1 Only ###Option_B:2 Only ##Option_C:Both ##Option_D:1 Only ##Answer:d##Explaination: The provincial governments and district officers tried various experiments but no attempt was made to formulate any general system of famine relief or prevention. Rather the company’s servants made large profits by buying up rice and retailing it at high prices. ##Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Which of the following constituted the Home charges under the Drain of Wealth theory popularized by the Moderates in  late 19th century India?. 1. Interest and profit on private Foreign Capital Investments. 2. An annual revenue to be paid to the company’s shareholders out of Indian revenues. Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 Only                      
2 Only
Both 1 and 2           
1 Only                      
Interest and Profit on private foreign capital was the part of Economic drain but didn’t come under Home Charges. Home charges refer to the expenditure incurred in England by the Secretary of State on behalf of India.
b
Economic Impact of British Rule
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following constituted the Home charges under the Drain of Wealth theory popularized by the Moderates in  late 19th century India?. 1. Interest and profit on private Foreign Capital Investments. 2. An annual revenue to be paid to the company’s shareholders out of Indian revenues. Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A: 1 Only                       ###Option_B: 2 Only ##Option_C: Both 1 and 2            ##Option_D: 1 Only                       ##Answer:b##Explaination:Interest and Profit on private foreign capital was the part of Economic drain but didn’t come under Home Charges. Home charges refer to the expenditure incurred in England by the Secretary of State on behalf of India.##Topic:Economic Impact of British Rule##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
After the battle of Plassey, the East India Company had a recurring surplus revenue which was used by it for making purchases of exportable items in India and elsewhere. What were the means to accrue this surplus? 1. Profits from land revenue 2. Profits from trade 3. Exactions made by the Company’s officials Select the correct answer using codes given below.
3 only                            
1 and 2 only
 2 and 3 only                
3 only                            
All the statements are correct.
d
Economic Impact of British Rule
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: After the battle of Plassey, the East India Company had a recurring surplus revenue which was used by it for making purchases of exportable items in India and elsewhere. What were the means to accrue this surplus? 1. Profits from land revenue 2. Profits from trade 3. Exactions made by the Company’s officials Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A: 3 only                             ###Option_B: 1 and 2 only ##Option_C:  2 and 3 only                 ##Option_D: 3 only                             ##Answer:d##Explaination: All the statements are correct. ##Topic:Economic Impact of British Rule##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
In 1902, a commission under the presidency of Sir Thomas Raleigh was set up to enquire into the conditions and prospects of universities in India.Which of the following was/were not its recommendation? (1) increase control of the  Governor over the universities (2) increase university control over private colleges Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 Only
2 Only
Both
1 Only
The governor control over universities was increased by vesting the government with powers to veto the regulations passed by the senate of a university. Other statement is also correct.
d
Development of Education
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In 1902, a commission under the presidency of Sir Thomas Raleigh was set up to enquire into the conditions and prospects of universities in India.Which of the following was/were not its recommendation? (1) increase control of the  Governor over the universities (2) increase university control over private colleges Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A:1 Only###Option_B:2 Only##Option_C:Both##Option_D:1 Only##Answer:d##Explaination: The governor control over universities was increased by vesting the government with powers to veto the regulations passed by the senate of a university. Other statement is also correct. ##Topic:Development of Education##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
In 1917, the Government of India appointed a commission under Dr. M. E. Sadler. Which of the following statement/s is/are correct about it? It was to study and report on the problems of Calcutta University It was to recommend only on the Higher Education in India Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 Only
2 Only
Both 1 and 2
1 Only
The Sadler commission reviewed the entire field from school education to university education. First statement is correct.
a
Development of Education
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In 1917, the Government of India appointed a commission under Dr. M. E. Sadler. Which of the following statement/s is/are correct about it? It was to study and report on the problems of Calcutta University It was to recommend only on the Higher Education in India Select the correct answer using codes given below.##Option_A: 1 Only###Option_B: 2 Only##Option_C: Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 Only##Answer:a##Explaination: The Sadler commission reviewed the entire field from school education to university education. First statement is correct. ##Topic:Development of Education##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
Which of the following statements regarding the status of the Education in India after the Montagu-Chelmsford reforms is/are incorrect? (1)The central government stopped taking direct interests in educational matters (2)The Central special grants for education were discontinued Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 Only
2 Only
Both
1 Only
As a result of the Montagu-Chelmsford reforms,the department of education was transferred to the control of popular ministers in various provinces.2nd statement is also correct.
d
Development of Education
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements regarding the status of the Education in India after the Montagu-Chelmsford reforms is/are incorrect? (1)The central government stopped taking direct interests in educational matters (2)The Central special grants for education were discontinued Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A:1 Only###Option_B:2 Only##Option_C:Both##Option_D:1 Only##Answer:d##Explaination: As a result of the Montagu-Chelmsford reforms,the department of education was transferred to the control of popular ministers in various provinces.2nd statement is also correct. ##Topic:Development of Education##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Which of the following is/are true regarding the history of Indian press? The Portuguese were the first European nation to bring a printing press in India. The English East India Company set up their first printing press in Bombay. The first newspaper in India was "The Bengal Gazette". Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
1 and 2
All the statements are correct. J. A. Hickey published the newspaper to criticise the malpractices and abuse of "private trading" by the company's servants.
d
Development of Indian Press
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are true regarding the history of Indian press? The Portuguese were the first European nation to bring a printing press in India. The English East India Company set up their first printing press in Bombay. The first newspaper in India was "The Bengal Gazette". Select the correct answer using codes given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2###Option_B: 2 and 3##Option_C: 1 and 3##Option_D: 1 and 2##Answer:d##Explaination:All the statements are correct. J. A. Hickey published the newspaper to criticise the malpractices and abuse of "private trading" by the company's servants.##Topic:Development of Indian Press##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
With regard to the recommendations of The Decentralization Commission on local-self government( 1908) .Which of the following is/are true in this regard? (1)emphasis on development of Village Panchayats. (2) emphasis on development of Sub-District Boards. Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 Only
2 Only
Both
1 Only
Both the statements are correct.
c
The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With regard to the recommendations of The Decentralization Commission on local-self government( 1908) .Which of the following is/are true in this regard? (1)emphasis on development of Village Panchayats. (2) emphasis on development of Sub-District Boards. Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A:1 Only###Option_B:2 Only##Option_C:Both##Option_D:1 Only##Answer:c##Explaination: Both the statements are correct. ##Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
During the struggle for the Independence, many leaders sought to mobilize masses by exposing the true nature of the British and to express views. Match the following pairs in this regard: Leaders Associated organisation /Newspaper 1.G.Gokhale a. Kesari 2.B.G.Tilak b. Gyan Prasarak Mandali 3.Dadabhai Naoroji c. Servants of India Society 4.Lala Lajpat Rai d. The People Select the correct answer using codes given below.
a-4,b-2,c-3,d-1           
a-2,b-3,c-1,d-4
a-4,b-1,c-2,d-3           
a-4,b-2,c-3,d-1           
1. G.Gokhale Servants of India Society 2. B.G.Tilak Kesari 3. Dadabhai Naoroji Dnyan Prasarak Mandali 4. Lala Lajpat Rai The People In 1905, Gokhale laid the foundation of the Servants of India Society with a view to "the training of national missionaries for the service of India,and to promote,by all constitutional means,the true interests of Indian people." Tilak started the newspaper "Kesari"(Marathi) to inculcate among people the spirit of service to nation and propagate his views. Lala Lajpat Rai was a fearless journalist and founded and edited the English weekly "The People".
b
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: During the struggle for the Independence, many leaders sought to mobilize masses by exposing the true nature of the British and to express views. Match the following pairs in this regard: Leaders Associated organisation /Newspaper 1.G.Gokhale a. Kesari 2.B.G.Tilak b. Gyan Prasarak Mandali 3.Dadabhai Naoroji c. Servants of India Society 4.Lala Lajpat Rai d. The People Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A: a-4,b-2,c-3,d-1            ###Option_B: a-2,b-3,c-1,d-4 ##Option_C: a-4,b-1,c-2,d-3            ##Option_D: a-4,b-2,c-3,d-1            ##Answer:b##Explaination: 1. G.Gokhale Servants of India Society 2. B.G.Tilak Kesari 3. Dadabhai Naoroji Dnyan Prasarak Mandali 4. Lala Lajpat Rai The People In 1905, Gokhale laid the foundation of the Servants of India Society with a view to "the training of national missionaries for the service of India,and to promote,by all constitutional means,the true interests of Indian people." Tilak started the newspaper "Kesari"(Marathi) to inculcate among people the spirit of service to nation and propagate his views. Lala Lajpat Rai was a fearless journalist and founded and edited the English weekly "The People". ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Consider the following statements: Indian Social Conference was founded by M G Ranade and it focused attention on social issues. Self-Respect Movement was led by E V Ramaswamy Naiker and it opposed brahminical religion and culture. Deoband movement was organized by orthodox section amongst muslims. Which of the statements given above are correct?
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
Indian social conference which is known as Social Reform Cell of Indian National Congress. It focused attention on social issues. So option 1 is correct. Self-respect movement which was led by E V Ramaswamy Naiker rejected Brahmnical religion and culture which Naiker felt was prime instrument of exploitation of lower caste. So option 2 is correct. Deoband movement was organized by orthodox section among muslims. It has twin objectives: 1) propagating pure teachings of Quran and hadis among Muslims and keeping alive the spirit of jihad against the foreign rulers. So option 3 is correct.
d
Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: Indian Social Conference was founded by M G Ranade and it focused attention on social issues. Self-Respect Movement was led by E V Ramaswamy Naiker and it opposed brahminical religion and culture. Deoband movement was organized by orthodox section amongst muslims. Which of the statements given above are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Indian social conference which is known as Social Reform Cell of Indian National Congress. It focused attention on social issues. So option 1 is correct. Self-respect movement which was led by E V Ramaswamy Naiker rejected Brahmnical religion and culture which Naiker felt was prime instrument of exploitation of lower caste. So option 2 is correct. Deoband movement was organized by orthodox section among muslims. It has twin objectives: 1) propagating pure teachings of Quran and hadis among Muslims and keeping alive the spirit of jihad against the foreign rulers. So option 3 is correct.##Topic:Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
With reference to 1857 revolt, consider the following statements. The annexation of Indian States by company led to deterioration in income of artisans and Indian handicraftsman. So this group participated in 1857 revolt. British rule in India led to rise in status of traditional Zamindars so this group supported company during 1857 revolt. Abolition of sati, support to widow remarriages and women education caused discontent in large sections of Indian society. This was one of the reason of 1857 revolt. Which of the statements given above are correct?
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
The annexation of Indian States by company cut off their major source of patronage. So their income reduced as many of them took up agricultural activities. Because of its grievances this group participated in 1857 revolt. So option 1 is correct. Zamindars often saw their land rights forfeited. This resulted in loss of status for them in villages. So statement 2 is incorrect. Abolition of sati, support to widow remarriages and women education were seen as interference in social and religious domain of Indian society by outsiders. So large section of population have discontent because of such socio-religious reforms. This was one of the reason of 1857 revolt. So statement 3 is correct.
a
The Revolt of 1857 & change after 1857
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to 1857 revolt, consider the following statements. The annexation of Indian States by company led to deterioration in income of artisans and Indian handicraftsman. So this group participated in 1857 revolt. British rule in India led to rise in status of traditional Zamindars so this group supported company during 1857 revolt. Abolition of sati, support to widow remarriages and women education caused discontent in large sections of Indian society. This was one of the reason of 1857 revolt. Which of the statements given above are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 3 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 2 only##Option_D: 1 and 3 only##Answer:a##Explaination: The annexation of Indian States by company cut off their major source of patronage. So their income reduced as many of them took up agricultural activities. Because of its grievances this group participated in 1857 revolt. So option 1 is correct. Zamindars often saw their land rights forfeited. This resulted in loss of status for them in villages. So statement 2 is incorrect. Abolition of sati, support to widow remarriages and women education were seen as interference in social and religious domain of Indian society by outsiders. So large section of population have discontent because of such socio-religious reforms. This was one of the reason of 1857 revolt. So statement 3 is correct. ##Topic:The Revolt of 1857 & change after 1857##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
Consider the following statements with respect to annexation of Indian states by East India Company: Lord Dalhousie"s Policy of annexation of Indian States aimed at expansion of British exports in India Policy of annexation of Indian States was stopped after 1857 revolt. Awadh was annexed in 1856 by using Doctrine of Lapse. Which of the options given above is/are correct?
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
Lord Dalhousie was of the view that British exports to the native states were suffering because of the maladministration of these states by their Indian Ruler. So to increase exports they should be annexed. So statement 1 is correct. Because of the loyalty of states during 1857 revolt and their political use as backwaters in political storms in future, policy of annexation of Indian States was stopped after 1857 revolt. So statement 2 is correct. Awadh was annexed in 1856 by accusing that Nawab is misgoverning the state and refusing the introduction of reforms. So statement 3 is incorrect.
c
The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with respect to annexation of Indian states by East India Company: Lord Dalhousie"s Policy of annexation of Indian States aimed at expansion of British exports in India Policy of annexation of Indian States was stopped after 1857 revolt. Awadh was annexed in 1856 by using Doctrine of Lapse. Which of the options given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 3 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 2 only##Option_D: 1 and 3 only##Answer:c##Explaination: Lord Dalhousie was of the view that British exports to the native states were suffering because of the maladministration of these states by their Indian Ruler. So to increase exports they should be annexed. So statement 1 is correct. Because of the loyalty of states during 1857 revolt and their political use as backwaters in political storms in future, policy of annexation of Indian States was stopped after 1857 revolt. So statement 2 is correct. Awadh was annexed in 1856 by accusing that Nawab is misgoverning the state and refusing the introduction of reforms. So statement 3 is incorrect. ##Topic:The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Consider the following statements regarding changes introduced by lord Cornwallis in Civil Services : He raised the salaries of civil servants to reduce corruption. He made a rule that promotion in civil services would be based on seniority. He enforced the rules against private trade and acceptance of bribes by officials. Which of the options given above is/are correct?
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
Cornwallis realized that the company's servant would not give honest and efficient service so long as they were not given adequate salaries So he raised the salary of civil servants. So option 1 is correct. Cornwallis made a rule that promotion in civil services would be based on seniority so that it's members would remain independent of outside influence. So option 2 is correct. To reduce corruption, he enforced the rules against private trade and acceptance of bribes by officials. So option 3 is also correct.
d
The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding changes introduced by lord Cornwallis in Civil Services : He raised the salaries of civil servants to reduce corruption. He made a rule that promotion in civil services would be based on seniority. He enforced the rules against private trade and acceptance of bribes by officials. Which of the options given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 3 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 2 only##Option_D: 1 and 3 only##Answer:d##Explaination:Cornwallis realized that the company's servant would not give honest and efficient service so long as they were not given adequate salaries So he raised the salary of civil servants. So option 1 is correct. Cornwallis made a rule that promotion in civil services would be based on seniority so that it's members would remain independent of outside influence. So option 2 is correct. To reduce corruption, he enforced the rules against private trade and acceptance of bribes by officials. So option 3 is also correct.##Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
With respect to Brahmo Samaj consider the following statements : Brahmo Samaj rejected the doctrine of karma and transmigration of soul. Brahmo Samaj believed in monotheism and denounced Idol worship Satyarth Prakash was published by Raja Ram Mohan Roy to spread the teachings of Brahmo Samaj. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
1 and 2 only
3 only
2 only
1 and 2 only
Brahmo Samaj took no definite stand on  the doctrine of karma and transmigration of soul. So option 1 is incorrect. Brahmo Samaj believed in monotheism and denounced Idol worship. So option 2 is correct. Satyarth Prakash was published by Dayanand Saraswati. So option 3 is incorrect.
c
Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With respect to Brahmo Samaj consider the following statements : Brahmo Samaj rejected the doctrine of karma and transmigration of soul. Brahmo Samaj believed in monotheism and denounced Idol worship Satyarth Prakash was published by Raja Ram Mohan Roy to spread the teachings of Brahmo Samaj. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 3 only##Option_C: 2 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:c##Explaination: Brahmo Samaj took no definite stand on  the doctrine of karma and transmigration of soul. So option 1 is incorrect. Brahmo Samaj believed in monotheism and denounced Idol worship. So option 2 is correct. Satyarth Prakash was published by Dayanand Saraswati. So option 3 is incorrect. ##Topic:Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Which of the following pair is correctly matched? Movement/ Organisation   Founder 1. Young Bengal Movement : Henry Derozion 2. The Servants of India Society : Dadabhai Naoroji 3. Aligarh Movement : Abul Kalam Aajad Select the correct answer using the code below. 
1 only
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
1 only
Leader of Young Bengal Movement was Henry Derozion. So option 1 is correct. The Servants of India Society was founded by Gopal Krishna Gokhale. So option 2 is incorrect. Leader of Aligarh Movement was Sir Syed Ahmed Khan. So option 3 is incorrect.
a
Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following pair is correctly matched? Movement/ Organisation   Founder 1. Young Bengal Movement : Henry Derozion 2. The Servants of India Society : Dadabhai Naoroji 3. Aligarh Movement : Abul Kalam Aajad Select the correct answer using the code below. ##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination: Leader of Young Bengal Movement was Henry Derozion. So option 1 is correct. The Servants of India Society was founded by Gopal Krishna Gokhale. So option 2 is incorrect. Leader of Aligarh Movement was Sir Syed Ahmed Khan. So option 3 is incorrect. ##Topic:Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
Consider the statements about Ramakrishna Mission. Which of the following is/are correct?  Ramakrishna mission was founded by Swami Vivekananda. Ramakrishna mission was a deeply religious body and considered itself a sect of Hinduism. Swami Vivekananda rejected materialism of west and favored spiritualism of east to produce happiness for mankind. Select the correct answer from the code given below.
1 only
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 only
Ramakrishna mission was founded by Swami Vivekananda So option 1 is correct. Ramakrishna mission was a deeply religious body but it didn't considered itself a sect of Hinduism. The main focus of this was service to mankind. This was main reason of the success of mission. So option 2 is incorrect. Swami Vivekananda favored a blend of materialism of west and spiritualism of east to produce happiness for mankind. So option 3 is incorrect.
a
Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the statements about Ramakrishna Mission. Which of the following is/are correct?  Ramakrishna mission was founded by Swami Vivekananda. Ramakrishna mission was a deeply religious body and considered itself a sect of Hinduism. Swami Vivekananda rejected materialism of west and favored spiritualism of east to produce happiness for mankind. Select the correct answer from the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination:Ramakrishna mission was founded by Swami Vivekananda So option 1 is correct. Ramakrishna mission was a deeply religious body but it didn't considered itself a sect of Hinduism. The main focus of this was service to mankind. This was main reason of the success of mission. So option 2 is incorrect. Swami Vivekananda favored a blend of materialism of west and spiritualism of east to produce happiness for mankind. So option 3 is incorrect.##Topic:Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
With reference to organizations founded before Indian National Congress consider the following statements: 1. East India Association was organized by Gopal krishna Gokhale. 2. The Indian Association of Calcutta founded by Surendranath Banerjea and Anand Mohan Bose. 3.  The aim of Indian Association of Calcutta was to create strong public opinion on political questions. Which of the options given above is/are correct?  
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
East India Association was organized by Dadabhai Naoroji in London to discuss Indian question and influence public men in England to promote Indian welfare. So option 1 is wrong. The Indian Association of Calcutta founded by Surendranath Banerjea and Anand Mohan Bose because they were getting discontented with the conservative and pro landlord policies of British Indian Association. So option 2 is correct. The aim of Indian Association of Calcutta was to create strong public opinion on political questions. So option 3 is correct.
c
Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: With reference to organizations founded before Indian National Congress consider the following statements: 1. East India Association was organized by Gopal krishna Gokhale. 2. The Indian Association of Calcutta founded by Surendranath Banerjea and Anand Mohan Bose. 3.  The aim of Indian Association of Calcutta was to create strong public opinion on political questions. Which of the options given above is/are correct?   ##Option_A: 1 and 2 only ###Option_B: 1 and 3 only ##Option_C: 2 and 3 only ##Option_D: 1 and 2 only ##Answer:c##Explaination: East India Association was organized by Dadabhai Naoroji in London to discuss Indian question and influence public men in England to promote Indian welfare. So option 1 is wrong. The Indian Association of Calcutta founded by Surendranath Banerjea and Anand Mohan Bose because they were getting discontented with the conservative and pro landlord policies of British Indian Association. So option 2 is correct. The aim of Indian Association of Calcutta was to create strong public opinion on political questions. So option 3 is correct. ##Topic:Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Which of the following is incorrect?
The first President of Indian National Congress was Womesh Chandra Bonnnerjea.
Dada Bhai Naoroji became President of congress 3 times.
Mahatma Gandhi never became congress president.
The first President of Indian National Congress was Womesh Chandra Bonnnerjea.
The first President of Indian National Congress was Womesh Chandra Bonnnerjea. So option (a) is correct. Dada Bhai Naoroji became President of congress 3 times. So option (b) is correct. Mahatma Gandhi never became congress president in 1924 at Belgaum season. So option (c) is incorrect. Annie Besant was the first woman President of Indian National Congress. So option (d) is correct.
c
Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which of the following is incorrect? ##Option_A: The first President of Indian National Congress was Womesh Chandra Bonnnerjea. ###Option_B: Dada Bhai Naoroji became President of congress 3 times. ##Option_C: Mahatma Gandhi never became congress president. ##Option_D: The first President of Indian National Congress was Womesh Chandra Bonnnerjea. ##Answer:c##Explaination: The first President of Indian National Congress was Womesh Chandra Bonnnerjea. So option (a) is correct. Dada Bhai Naoroji became President of congress 3 times. So option (b) is correct. Mahatma Gandhi never became congress president in 1924 at Belgaum season. So option (c) is incorrect. Annie Besant was the first woman President of Indian National Congress. So option (d) is correct. ##Topic:Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Regarding the Moderate leadership of the Congress and their beliefs consider the following statements : Moderates believed that political connections with Britain were in India’s Interest. Dadabhai Naoroji, Pherojshah Mehta, Surendrnath banerjea and Bipin Chandra Pal were Moderates. Moderates had immense faith in capacity of masses and believed that masses are ready for political agitation. Select the correct answer from the codes given below.
1 only
2 only
1 and 3 only
1 only
Moderates believed that political connections with Britain were in India’s Interest at that stage of history. So option 1 is correct. Though Dadabhai Naoroji, Pherojshah Mehta, Surendrnath banerjea were moderates leaders but Vipin Chandra Pal was an extremist leader for eg. The three extremist leader Lala Lajpat Rai, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, and Bipin Chandra Pal (LAL, BAL, PAL). So option 2 is incorrect. Moderates believed that movement should be limited to middle class and masses are not yet ready for political work. So option 3 is incorrect.
a
Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Regarding the Moderate leadership of the Congress and their beliefs consider the following statements : Moderates believed that political connections with Britain were in India’s Interest. Dadabhai Naoroji, Pherojshah Mehta, Surendrnath banerjea and Bipin Chandra Pal were Moderates. Moderates had immense faith in capacity of masses and believed that masses are ready for political agitation. Select the correct answer from the codes given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination: Moderates believed that political connections with Britain were in India’s Interest at that stage of history. So option 1 is correct. Though Dadabhai Naoroji, Pherojshah Mehta, Surendrnath banerjea were moderates leaders but Vipin Chandra Pal was an extremist leader for eg. The three extremist leader Lala Lajpat Rai, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, and Bipin Chandra Pal (LAL, BAL, PAL). So option 2 is incorrect. Moderates believed that movement should be limited to middle class and masses are not yet ready for political work. So option 3 is incorrect. ##Topic:Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
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Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:nan##Option_A:nan###Option_B:nan##Option_C:nan##Option_D:nan##Answer:nan##Explaination:nan##Topic:Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:nan
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Tilak’s imprisonment in 1897? 1) He was imprisoned for involvement in assassination of Poona Plague commissioner. 2) Tilak accepted the official charges for his imprisonment. 3) At the time of sentence, he was a member of the Bombay Legislative Council. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
1 and 2 only
The Plague commissioner was assassinated by Chapekar brothers& not by Tilak. Hence, 1st Statement is incorrect. Tilak was imprisoned under the charges of Sedition but  he denied the charges. Hence, 2nd Statement is inorrect. He was a member of the Bombay Legislative Council during his imprisonment. Hence, 3rd Statement is correct.
c
Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Tilak’s imprisonment in 1897? 1) He was imprisoned for involvement in assassination of Poona Plague commissioner. 2) Tilak accepted the official charges for his imprisonment. 3) At the time of sentence, he was a member of the Bombay Legislative Council. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. ##Option_A:1 and 2 only ###Option_B:2 and 3 only ##Option_C:3 only ##Option_D:1 and 2 only ##Answer:c##Explaination: The Plague commissioner was assassinated by Chapekar brothers& not by Tilak. Hence, 1st Statement is incorrect. Tilak was imprisoned under the charges of Sedition but  he denied the charges. Hence, 2nd Statement is inorrect. He was a member of the Bombay Legislative Council during his imprisonment. Hence, 3rd Statement is correct. ##Topic:Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
With reference to the role and nature of  Indian Press during the 19 th century, consider the following statements: They were confined to cities and large towns. They were published as public service and financed as the objects of philanthropy. The newspapers mainly played the role of opposition to the government criticizing their acts and policies. Which of the  statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
1 and 2only
 2 and 3 only
1 only
The Indian newspapers of 19 th century were not confined to cities and towns. They had reached the remote villages as well.Hence, 1st Statement is incorrect. These newspapers played the institutional role of opposition to the government. They opposed almost every act of government as the main idea was to create among the masses political awareness.Hence, 2nd Statement is correct. They were published as a national or public service. They were often financed as objects of philanthropy.Hence, 3rd Statement is correct.
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Development of Indian Press
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the role and nature of  Indian Press during the 19 th century, consider the following statements: They were confined to cities and large towns. They were published as public service and financed as the objects of philanthropy. The newspapers mainly played the role of opposition to the government criticizing their acts and policies. Which of the  statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 2only##Option_C:  2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination: The Indian newspapers of 19 th century were not confined to cities and towns. They had reached the remote villages as well.Hence, 1st Statement is incorrect. These newspapers played the institutional role of opposition to the government. They opposed almost every act of government as the main idea was to create among the masses political awareness.Hence, 2nd Statement is correct. They were published as a national or public service. They were often financed as objects of philanthropy.Hence, 3rd Statement is correct. ##Topic:Development of Indian Press##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched? Newspaper                 -    Personality associated 1. Swadesamitran      -    G. Subramaniya Iyer 2. Voice of India         -    Gopal Krishna Gokhale 3. Kesari                      -    Bala Gangadhar Tilak Choose the correct answer from the code given below.
1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
3 only
1 and 3 only
It was Dadabhai Naoroji who was associated with Voice of India. Gokhale brought the newspaper Sudharak. Rest are correctly matched.
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GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched? Newspaper                 -    Personality associated 1. Swadesamitran      -    G. Subramaniya Iyer 2. Voice of India         -    Gopal Krishna Gokhale 3. Kesari                      -    Bala Gangadhar Tilak Choose the correct answer from the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 3 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 3 only##Answer:a##Explaination:It was Dadabhai Naoroji who was associated with Voice of India. Gokhale brought the newspaper Sudharak. Rest are correctly matched.##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct about Current Account? Trade deficit and Current Account Surplus cannot occur simultaneously. Current Account does not include invisible trade. Current Account does not  include the  income derived from the sale and purchase of the shares by the foreigners. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1 and 2 only      
2 and 3 only
3 only                 
1 and 2 only      
1st statement is incorrect- because In India, although trade deficit is a recurrent feature every year , for three consecutive years from 2001-02, 2002-03 to 2003-04, there was a surplus on the current account, to the tune of 0.7, 1.3 and 2.3 percents of GDP respectively. This is because that earnings from services and private transfers outweighed the trade deficit. 2nd statement is incorrect- because the current account records exports and imports in goods and services and transfer payments. 3rd statement is incorrect- because the purchase of shares and bonds i.e Portfolio Investment though a part of Capital Account  but  the income derived from these assets is recorded in the current account ; the capital account entry will just be for any buying or selling of the portfolio assets in the international capital market.
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Financial Intermediation & Markets ,
Anthropology
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct about Current Account? Trade deficit and Current Account Surplus cannot occur simultaneously. Current Account does not include invisible trade. Current Account does not  include the  income derived from the sale and purchase of the shares by the foreigners. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only      ###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 3 only                 ##Option_D: 1 and 2 only      ##Answer:d##Explaination:1st statement is incorrect- because In India, although trade deficit is a recurrent feature every year , for three consecutive years from 2001-02, 2002-03 to 2003-04, there was a surplus on the current account, to the tune of 0.7, 1.3 and 2.3 percents of GDP respectively. This is because that earnings from services and private transfers outweighed the trade deficit. 2nd statement is incorrect- because the current account records exports and imports in goods and services and transfer payments. 3rd statement is incorrect- because the purchase of shares and bonds i.e Portfolio Investment though a part of Capital Account  but  the income derived from these assets is recorded in the current account ; the capital account entry will just be for any buying or selling of the portfolio assets in the international capital market.##Topic:Financial Intermediation & Markets ,##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:d
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Indian Councils Act of 1892? Direct elections were introduced for the first time to Imperial and provincial Legislative councils. Non-officials were granted the right to vote the budget. Non-official majority was introduced. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1 only                    
2 and 3 only
3 only                      
1 only                    
Indirect elections was introduced to elect some of the members of Imperial and provincial Legislative councils. This was the introduction of elections for the first time. The official majority was retained and there was no right to vote the budget for non-officials.
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Miscellaneous: Reforms / Acts / Committee, Congress Session, Governor –General Viceroys etc.
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Indian Councils Act of 1892? Direct elections were introduced for the first time to Imperial and provincial Legislative councils. Non-officials were granted the right to vote the budget. Non-official majority was introduced. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A: 1 only                    ###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 3 only                      ##Option_D: 1 only                    ##Answer:d##Explaination:Indirect elections was introduced to elect some of the members of Imperial and provincial Legislative councils. This was the introduction of elections for the first time. The official majority was retained and there was no right to vote the budget for non-officials.##Topic:Miscellaneous: Reforms / Acts / Committee, Congress Session, Governor –General Viceroys etc.##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Which of the following is not correct regarding the Swadeshi movement against the partition of Bengal?
Women came out of their homes for the first time and joined the mass movement.
The movement failed to garner the support of the masses of Muslims.
The peasants of Bengal massively supported the movement and participated in it.
Women came out of their homes for the first time and joined the mass movement.
There was no massive participation of peasants in the movement. The Swadeshi movement was just the beginning of peasant participation. It was limited to small areas in Bengal.While it is argued that the movement was unable to make much headway in mobilizing the peasantry especially its lower rungs except in certain areas, such as the district of Barisal, there can be no gainsaying the fact that even if the movement was able to mobilize the peasantry only in a limited area that alone would count for a lot. This is so peasant participation in the Swadeshi Movement marked the very beginnings of modem mass politics in India.  Hence, option (c) is incorrect. It was during the Swadeshi movement, the women for the first time came out in large numbers and participated openly.  The movement largely failed to garner the support of muslims. The British policy of communalism to turn the muslim against the Swadeshi movement was largely responsible for this. Students came in large numbers to propagate and practice swadeshi and took the lead in organising picketing of shops selling foreign goods.
c
Swadeshi Movement, Home Rule Movement etc.
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is not correct regarding the Swadeshi movement against the partition of Bengal? ##Option_A: Women came out of their homes for the first time and joined the mass movement. ###Option_B: The movement failed to garner the support of the masses of Muslims. ##Option_C: The peasants of Bengal massively supported the movement and participated in it. ##Option_D: Women came out of their homes for the first time and joined the mass movement. ##Answer:c##Explaination:There was no massive participation of peasants in the movement. The Swadeshi movement was just the beginning of peasant participation. It was limited to small areas in Bengal.While it is argued that the movement was unable to make much headway in mobilizing the peasantry especially its lower rungs except in certain areas, such as the district of Barisal, there can be no gainsaying the fact that even if the movement was able to mobilize the peasantry only in a limited area that alone would count for a lot. This is so peasant participation in the Swadeshi Movement marked the very beginnings of modem mass politics in India.  Hence, option (c) is incorrect. It was during the Swadeshi movement, the women for the first time came out in large numbers and participated openly.  The movement largely failed to garner the support of muslims. The British policy of communalism to turn the muslim against the Swadeshi movement was largely responsible for this. Students came in large numbers to propagate and practice swadeshi and took the lead in organising picketing of shops selling foreign goods.##Topic:Swadeshi Movement, Home Rule Movement etc.##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Which of the following methods were followed during the Swadeshi movement of 1905? Traditional folk theatre forms such as Jatra’s were used to reach to masses. Social work during famines and epidemics. Strikes in Tea plantations of Assam. National schools were setup across the country. Choose the correct answer from the code given below.
2 and 3 only
1, 3 and 4 only
1, 2 and 4 only
2 and 3 only
Strikes in Tea plantations of Assam occurred during the non-cooperation movement. The other three methods were followed during the Swadeshi movement of 1905.
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Swadeshi Movement, Home Rule Movement etc.
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following methods were followed during the Swadeshi movement of 1905? Traditional folk theatre forms such as Jatra’s were used to reach to masses. Social work during famines and epidemics. Strikes in Tea plantations of Assam. National schools were setup across the country. Choose the correct answer from the code given below.##Option_A: 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 1, 3 and 4 only##Option_C: 1, 2 and 4 only##Option_D: 2 and 3 only##Answer:c##Explaination: Strikes in Tea plantations of Assam occurred during the non-cooperation movement. The other three methods were followed during the Swadeshi movement of 1905. ##Topic:Swadeshi Movement, Home Rule Movement etc.##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Arrange the following events in a chronological order: The partition of Bengal came into effect Surat Split Boycott resolution was passed against the partition of Bengal Dadabhai Naoroji announced that the goal of INC was Swaraj Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1, 3, 4, 2
3, 1, 4, 2
4, 1, 2, 3
1, 3, 4, 2
The correct chronological order is: Boycott resolution was passed against the partition of Bengal (August 1905) - the partition of Bengal came into effect (October 1905) - Dadabhai Naoroji announced that the goal of INC was Swaraj (December 1906) - Surat Split (December 1907).
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Swadeshi Movement, Home Rule Movement etc.
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Arrange the following events in a chronological order: The partition of Bengal came into effect Surat Split Boycott resolution was passed against the partition of Bengal Dadabhai Naoroji announced that the goal of INC was Swaraj Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A: 1, 3, 4, 2###Option_B: 3, 1, 4, 2##Option_C: 4, 1, 2, 3##Option_D: 1, 3, 4, 2##Answer:b##Explaination: The correct chronological order is: Boycott resolution was passed against the partition of Bengal (August 1905) - the partition of Bengal came into effect (October 1905) - Dadabhai Naoroji announced that the goal of INC was Swaraj (December 1906) - Surat Split (December 1907). ##Topic:Swadeshi Movement, Home Rule Movement etc.##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the 1905 Bengal partition plan of Lord Curzon? In the West Bengal province, the Bengalis were reduced to minorities. Chittagong was the new capital of East Bengal Province The East Bengal had a muslim majority population compared to the West Bengal. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
Dhaka was the new capital of East Bengal province, so statement 2 is not correct. In the west Bengal, the Bengalis were reduced to minorities with 17 million Bengalis and 37 million hindi and oriya speaking population. Statment 3 is correct.
b
The Partition of Begal
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the 1905 Bengal partition plan of Lord Curzon? In the West Bengal province, the Bengalis were reduced to minorities. Chittagong was the new capital of East Bengal Province The East Bengal had a muslim majority population compared to the West Bengal. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:b##Explaination: Dhaka was the new capital of East Bengal province, so statement 2 is not correct. In the west Bengal, the Bengalis were reduced to minorities with 17 million Bengalis and 37 million hindi and oriya speaking population. Statment 3 is correct. ##Topic:The Partition of Begal##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Vernacular Press Act of 1878? The act was brought to suppress the press during the famine of 1876-77. The act was directed towards both English and non-English Indian Newspapers. The act was repealed by Lord Curzon. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1 only
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 only
The act was directed only towards the Vernacular (non-english) newspapers of India. The act was repealed by Lord Ripon
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Development of Indian Press
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Vernacular Press Act of 1878? The act was brought to suppress the press during the famine of 1876-77. The act was directed towards both English and non-English Indian Newspapers. The act was repealed by Lord Curzon. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination: The act was directed only towards the Vernacular (non-english) newspapers of India. The act was repealed by Lord Ripon ##Topic:Development of Indian Press##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
Which of the following is correct regarding the theory of “White Man’s Burden” of British rule?
It is the economic burden on the British incurred due to the expenditure on administration of India.
It is the moral responsibility of the British to govern and impart their culture to Indians.
It is the economic burden on Indians incurred due to the payments made to British officers.
It is the economic burden on the British incurred due to the expenditure on administration of India.
The theory of White man’s burden was propagated by the British and other colonial powers. It is the supposed or presumed responsibility of white people to govern and impart their culture to nonwhite people for the benefit of the colonies
b
Economic Impact of British Rule
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which of the following is correct regarding the theory of “White Man’s Burden” of British rule? ##Option_A: It is the economic burden on the British incurred due to the expenditure on administration of India. ###Option_B: It is the moral responsibility of the British to govern and impart their culture to Indians. ##Option_C: It is the economic burden on Indians incurred due to the payments made to British officers. ##Option_D: It is the economic burden on the British incurred due to the expenditure on administration of India. ##Answer:b##Explaination: The theory of White man’s burden was propagated by the British and other colonial powers. It is the supposed or presumed responsibility of white people to govern and impart their culture to nonwhite people for the benefit of the colonies ##Topic:Economic Impact of British Rule##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
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Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:nan##Option_A:nan###Option_B:nan##Option_C:nan##Option_D:nan##Answer:nan##Explaination:nan##Topic:Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:nan
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Lex Loci Act of 1850?
It prohibited child marriage below the age of 14.
It extended the prohibition of Sati across all over British India.
It provided right to inherit ancestral property to Hindu converts to Christianity.
It prohibited child marriage below the age of 14.
The Lex Loci act was proposed in 1845 and passed in 1850. It provided right to inherit ancestral property to Hindu converts to Christianity.The conversion issue was becoming important for Christian Missionaries as  loss of inheritance rights was impeding the success of conversion because then that would mean few Hindus will going to convert , if they lost their property as a result. However, a similar law was passed by Lord Bentinck in 1832, however, it applied to Bengal only. 
c
Miscellaneous: Reforms / Acts / Committee, Congress Session, Governor –General Viceroys etc.
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which of the following statements is correct regarding the Lex Loci Act of 1850? ##Option_A: It prohibited child marriage below the age of 14. ###Option_B: It extended the prohibition of Sati across all over British India. ##Option_C: It provided right to inherit ancestral property to Hindu converts to Christianity. ##Option_D: It prohibited child marriage below the age of 14. ##Answer:c##Explaination: The Lex Loci act was proposed in 1845 and passed in 1850. It provided right to inherit ancestral property to Hindu converts to Christianity.The conversion issue was becoming important for Christian Missionaries as  loss of inheritance rights was impeding the success of conversion because then that would mean few Hindus will going to convert , if they lost their property as a result. However, a similar law was passed by Lord Bentinck in 1832, however, it applied to Bengal only.  ##Topic:Miscellaneous: Reforms / Acts / Committee, Congress Session, Governor –General Viceroys etc.##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Which of the following pairs is /are correctly matched? Socio-religious group               -              Location 1. Paramahamsa Mandali       -              Bengal 2. Sathya Shodhak Samaj       -              Maharashtra 3. Sarin Sabha                          -              Uttar Pradesh Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1 and 2 only              
2 only
1 and 3 only              
1 and 2 only              
Prarthana samaj was in Maharashtra (Bombay). Sarin Sabha was in Punjab
b
Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which of the following pairs is /are correctly matched? Socio-religious group               -              Location 1. Paramahamsa Mandali       -              Bengal 2. Sathya Shodhak Samaj       -              Maharashtra 3. Sarin Sabha                          -              Uttar Pradesh Select the correct answer using the codes given below. ##Option_A: 1 and 2 only              ###Option_B: 2 only ##Option_C: 1 and 3 only              ##Option_D: 1 and 2 only              ##Answer:b##Explaination: Prarthana samaj was in Maharashtra (Bombay). Sarin Sabha was in Punjab ##Topic:Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
The occasions of imprisonment of Tilak in 1908 and Gandhiji in 1922 were historical and similar. Consider the following statements in this regard. 1) While Tilak was imprisoned under the charges of assassination of Plague commissioner, Gandhiji was imprisoned under the charges of sedition for Chauri Chaura incident. 2)  While Tilak did not accept the charges, Gandhiji pleaded guilty to the charges. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1 only
2 only
  Both 1 and 2
1 only
The occasions of imprisonment of Tilak and Gandhiji were historical and similar. Both Tilak and Gandhiji were tried under the charges of sedition. Tilak was tried for sedition in 1908 for defending the bomb attack on Kingsford of Calcutta. Gandhiji was tried under the charges of sedition after the incident of Chouri Choura. Both of them were imprisoned for 6 years. The only difference was that Tilak pleaded not guilty but Gandhiji pleaded guilty to the charges. The Plague commissioner was assassinated by Chapekar brothers in 1898. During that incident Tilak was imprisoned under the charges of sedition not on the charges of assassination.
b
Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: The occasions of imprisonment of Tilak in 1908 and Gandhiji in 1922 were historical and similar. Consider the following statements in this regard. 1) While Tilak was imprisoned under the charges of assassination of Plague commissioner, Gandhiji was imprisoned under the charges of sedition for Chauri Chaura incident. 2)  While Tilak did not accept the charges, Gandhiji pleaded guilty to the charges. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. ##Option_A: 1 only ###Option_B: 2 only ##Option_C:  Both 1 and 2 ##Option_D: 1 only ##Answer:b##Explaination: The occasions of imprisonment of Tilak and Gandhiji were historical and similar. Both Tilak and Gandhiji were tried under the charges of sedition. Tilak was tried for sedition in 1908 for defending the bomb attack on Kingsford of Calcutta. Gandhiji was tried under the charges of sedition after the incident of Chouri Choura. Both of them were imprisoned for 6 years. The only difference was that Tilak pleaded not guilty but Gandhiji pleaded guilty to the charges. The Plague commissioner was assassinated by Chapekar brothers in 1898. During that incident Tilak was imprisoned under the charges of sedition not on the charges of assassination. ##Topic:Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Moderates gave economic critique of British rule in India and demanded for economic development of India. Which of the following are the important demands made by moderates for economic development of India? Increase foreign investment in India for development of Indian Economy Increase in import duties to protect and promote Indian Industriess Reduction in military expenditure Select the correct answer using code given below.
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
2 only
1 and 2 only
The moderates demanded development of Indian economy through involvement of Indian capital. They were against foreign investment. So option 1 is incorrect. They demanded tariff protection and government investment to promote Indian industry. So option 2 is correct. Military expenditure was huge so they demanded to reduce it. So option 3 is correct.
d
Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Moderates gave economic critique of British rule in India and demanded for economic development of India. Which of the following are the important demands made by moderates for economic development of India? Increase foreign investment in India for development of Indian Economy Increase in import duties to protect and promote Indian Industriess Reduction in military expenditure Select the correct answer using code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination: The moderates demanded development of Indian economy through involvement of Indian capital. They were against foreign investment. So option 1 is incorrect. They demanded tariff protection and government investment to promote Indian industry. So option 2 is correct. Military expenditure was huge so they demanded to reduce it. So option 3 is correct. ##Topic:Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
With reference to legislative councils during British rule consider the following statements : Imperial Legislative council was constituted by Indian Councils Act 1892 Most of the members of Imperial legislative council were moderate leaders of Indian National Congress during initial 20 years after its formation Moderate leaders demanded a majority of Elected Indians in Imperial Legislative council. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 only
1 and 2 only
Imperial Legislative council was constituted by Indian Councils Act 1861. So option 1 is incorrect Initially Indian members are few in number—thirty years from 1862 to 1892 only 45 Indians were nominated to it. Most of them being wealthy, landed and with loyalist interests. Only handful of political figures and independent intellectuals were there. So option 2 is incorrect. Moderate leaders demanded a majority of Elected Indians in Imperial Legislative council. So option 3 is correct.
c
Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to legislative councils during British rule consider the following statements : Imperial Legislative council was constituted by Indian Councils Act 1892 Most of the members of Imperial legislative council were moderate leaders of Indian National Congress during initial 20 years after its formation Moderate leaders demanded a majority of Elected Indians in Imperial Legislative council. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:c##Explaination: Imperial Legislative council was constituted by Indian Councils Act 1861. So option 1 is incorrect Initially Indian members are few in number—thirty years from 1862 to 1892 only 45 Indians were nominated to it. Most of them being wealthy, landed and with loyalist interests. Only handful of political figures and independent intellectuals were there. So option 2 is incorrect. Moderate leaders demanded a majority of Elected Indians in Imperial Legislative council. So option 3 is correct. ##Topic:Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
After revolt of 1857, the Army was reorganized systematically. Consider the following statements regarding the reorganisation of army after 1857 revolt : The percentage of Europeans was decreased but European monopoly over higher positions was strengthened which ensured complete European control over the army. European monopoly over key geographical locations and key departments like artillery, tanks was maintained. To create divisions among various groups in army, some races like Sikhs, Gurkhas were declared non martial. Which of the options given above is/are correct ?
1 and 2 only
1 only
 2 only
1 and 2 only
To prevent the recurrence of another revolt was the main reason behind the reorganization of Army. The % of Europeans is increased in the army. So option 1 is incorrect. European monopoly over key geographical locations and key departments like artillery, tanks was maintained to safeguard key locations and weaponry. So option 2 is correct. To create divisions among various groups in army some races like Sikhs, Gurkhas were declared martial and others who participated in the 1857 revolt such as soldiers from Awadh, Bengal etc. declared non martial. So option 3 is incorrect.
c
The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:After revolt of 1857, the Army was reorganized systematically. Consider the following statements regarding the reorganisation of army after 1857 revolt : The percentage of Europeans was decreased but European monopoly over higher positions was strengthened which ensured complete European control over the army. European monopoly over key geographical locations and key departments like artillery, tanks was maintained. To create divisions among various groups in army, some races like Sikhs, Gurkhas were declared non martial. Which of the options given above is/are correct ?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 only##Option_C:  2 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:c##Explaination: To prevent the recurrence of another revolt was the main reason behind the reorganization of Army. The % of Europeans is increased in the army. So option 1 is incorrect. European monopoly over key geographical locations and key departments like artillery, tanks was maintained to safeguard key locations and weaponry. So option 2 is correct. To create divisions among various groups in army some races like Sikhs, Gurkhas were declared martial and others who participated in the 1857 revolt such as soldiers from Awadh, Bengal etc. declared non martial. So option 3 is incorrect. ##Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
With reference to the development of Press in India during British Rule. Consider the following statements: Metcalfe Act removed the requirement of licenses before starting the Press. Vernacular Press Act gave power of seizure of press equipment to District Magistrate but an appeal could be made to a Court of law against the decision of District Magistrate. Lord Ripon repealed the Vernacular Press Act. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
 2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
Metcalfe Act repealed the 1823 ordinance. According to 1823 ordinance starting or using a press without license was a penal offence. So statement 1 is correct. Vernacular press act gave power of seizure of press equipment to district magistrate. In this regard the decision of district magistrate was final and no appeal could be made in court of law. So option 2 is incorrect. Lord Ripon repealed the Vernacular Press Act. So option 3 is correct.
b
Development of Indian Press
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:With reference to the development of Press in India during British Rule. Consider the following statements: Metcalfe Act removed the requirement of licenses before starting the Press. Vernacular Press Act gave power of seizure of press equipment to District Magistrate but an appeal could be made to a Court of law against the decision of District Magistrate. Lord Ripon repealed the Vernacular Press Act. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? ##Option_A: 1 and 2 only ###Option_B: 1 and 3 only ##Option_C:  2 and 3 only ##Option_D: 1 and 2 only ##Answer:b##Explaination: Metcalfe Act repealed the 1823 ordinance. According to 1823 ordinance starting or using a press without license was a penal offence. So statement 1 is correct. Vernacular press act gave power of seizure of press equipment to district magistrate. In this regard the decision of district magistrate was final and no appeal could be made in court of law. So option 2 is incorrect. Lord Ripon repealed the Vernacular Press Act. So option 3 is correct. ##Topic:Development of Indian Press##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Consider the following statements: Agitation in favor of modern education by progressive Indians. To ensure cheap supply of educated manpower for subordinate posts in administration. Government believed that educated Indians would help expand the market for British Products. Which of the above is/are the reason(s) for spreading of education (in India) by Government of India during British rule?
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
  2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
Britishers made very little efforts to spread education in India. They were not much concerned about education in India. They were only interested in cheap supply of Indian for subordinate positions because number of Britishers living iin India was less and the salary expected by them was much higher than expected by an Indian at that time. So option 2 is correct. Also educated Indians became aware about importance of education so they agitated for modern education in India. so option 1 is correct. English education was helpful in expanding the markets for goods for British products. So option 3 is also correct. So all the options are correct.
d
Development of Education
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements: Agitation in favor of modern education by progressive Indians. To ensure cheap supply of educated manpower for subordinate posts in administration. Government believed that educated Indians would help expand the market for British Products. Which of the above is/are the reason(s) for spreading of education (in India) by Government of India during British rule?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C:  2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination: Britishers made very little efforts to spread education in India. They were not much concerned about education in India. They were only interested in cheap supply of Indian for subordinate positions because number of Britishers living iin India was less and the salary expected by them was much higher than expected by an Indian at that time. So option 2 is correct. Also educated Indians became aware about importance of education so they agitated for modern education in India. so option 1 is correct. English education was helpful in expanding the markets for goods for British products. So option 3 is also correct. So all the options are correct. ##Topic:Development of Education##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Consider the following statements with reference to "Economically Active Population": It is the population in the age group of 15-59 years. It has increased in the last two decades in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
  Both 1 and 2
1 only
Statement 1 is correct. According to National Sample Survey in India the age bracket for Economically Active Population is 15-59 years. Statement 2 is also correct.  In India, the proportion of economically active population (15-59 years) has increased from 57.7 per cent to 63.3 per cent during 1991 to 2013 as per Sample Registration System (SRS) data for 2013. 
c
Human Development, HDI, MDGs, SDGs
Anthropology
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements with reference to "Economically Active Population": It is the population in the age group of 15-59 years. It has increased in the last two decades in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C:  Both 1 and 2##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:Statement 1 is correct. According to National Sample Survey in India the age bracket for Economically Active Population is 15-59 years. Statement 2 is also correct.  In India, the proportion of economically active population (15-59 years) has increased from 57.7 per cent to 63.3 per cent during 1991 to 2013 as per Sample Registration System (SRS) data for 2013. ##Topic:Human Development, HDI, MDGs, SDGs##Subject:Anthropology##Answer:c
Regarding evolution of Judiciary in India consider the following statements : The language for judicial proceedings was Persian until William Bentinck introduced some changes in languages of courts. Law commission was set up under Lord Macaulay for codification of Indian Laws. Lord Cornwallis was in favor of integration of Justice and Revenue administration so he gave judicial powers to district collector. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
3 only
2 and 3 only
  1 and 2 only  
3 only
Before 1828 Persian was official language in courts. But William Bentinck introduced some changes. Now the suitor has option to use Persian or vernacular language. Also, the language of Supreme court became English. So option 1 is correct. Law commission was set up under lord Macaulay for codification of Indian Laws in 1835. So option 2 is correct. Lord Cornwallis separated revenue and justice administration. In the Cornwallis code there was separation of revenue and justice administration. So option 3 is wrong. 
c
The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Regarding evolution of Judiciary in India consider the following statements : The language for judicial proceedings was Persian until William Bentinck introduced some changes in languages of courts. Law commission was set up under Lord Macaulay for codification of Indian Laws. Lord Cornwallis was in favor of integration of Justice and Revenue administration so he gave judicial powers to district collector. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 3 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C:  1 and 2 only  ##Option_D: 3 only##Answer:c##Explaination:Before 1828 Persian was official language in courts. But William Bentinck introduced some changes. Now the suitor has option to use Persian or vernacular language. Also, the language of Supreme court became English. So option 1 is correct. Law commission was set up under lord Macaulay for codification of Indian Laws in 1835. So option 2 is correct. Lord Cornwallis separated revenue and justice administration. In the Cornwallis code there was separation of revenue and justice administration. So option 3 is wrong. ##Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Consider the following statements regarding the Charter Act of 1813: It established a Supreme Court in Bengal with original and appellate jurisdictions where all subjects could seek redressal. A some of rupees one lakh grant was given for promotion of learning among Indians. The Company"s monopoly over trade with India was ended. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
Supreme court in Bengal was established by Regulating Act 1773. so option 1 is incorrect. The charter Act 1813 had the following characteristics: 1. A sum of one lakh rupees was to be set aside for the revival, promotion and encouragement of literature, learning and science among the native of India. 2. The company’s monopoly of Trade In India ended because of a spirit of laissez-faire and also because of the continental system by Napolean which closed the European ports to Britain. The 1813 Act sought to redress these grievances. So all other options are correct.
b
The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding the Charter Act of 1813: It established a Supreme Court in Bengal with original and appellate jurisdictions where all subjects could seek redressal. A some of rupees one lakh grant was given for promotion of learning among Indians. The Company"s monopoly over trade with India was ended. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:b##Explaination: Supreme court in Bengal was established by Regulating Act 1773. so option 1 is incorrect. The charter Act 1813 had the following characteristics: 1. A sum of one lakh rupees was to be set aside for the revival, promotion and encouragement of literature, learning and science among the native of India. 2. The company’s monopoly of Trade In India ended because of a spirit of laissez-faire and also because of the continental system by Napolean which closed the European ports to Britain. The 1813 Act sought to redress these grievances. So all other options are correct. ##Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Which of the following measure were demanded by the early nationalists while criticizing the colonial economic policies? Reduction of land revenue Reduction of income tax Abolition of salt tax Imposition of import duties Supporting the policy of free trade Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1, 2 and 3 only
1, 3 and 4 only
3, 4 and 5 only
1, 2 and 3 only
They supported the imposition of income tax on rich and middle classes. They also advocated for imposition of import duties on products consumed by the rich. However they opposed the free trade policy since it ruined the Indian handicrafts industry.
b
Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following measure were demanded by the early nationalists while criticizing the colonial economic policies? Reduction of land revenue Reduction of income tax Abolition of salt tax Imposition of import duties Supporting the policy of free trade Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1, 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 1, 3 and 4 only##Option_C: 3, 4 and 5 only##Option_D: 1, 2 and 3 only##Answer:b##Explaination: They supported the imposition of income tax on rich and middle classes. They also advocated for imposition of import duties on products consumed by the rich. However they opposed the free trade policy since it ruined the Indian handicrafts industry. ##Topic:Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Sri Narayan Guru? He was popularly known as Gurudevan. He gave the call "no religion, no caste and no God for mankind". Rejecting casteism, he led a reform movement in Tamil Nadu. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
1 and 3 only
He gave the call "one religion, one caste and one God for mankind", which one his disciple Sahadaran Ayyappan change into "no religion, no caste and no God for mankind". He led a reform movement in Kerala.
d
Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Sri Narayan Guru? He was popularly known as Gurudevan. He gave the call "no religion, no caste and no God for mankind". Rejecting casteism, he led a reform movement in Tamil Nadu. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A: 1 and 3 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1, 2 and 3##Option_D: 1 and 3 only##Answer:d##Explaination:He gave the call "one religion, one caste and one God for mankind", which one his disciple Sahadaran Ayyappan change into "no religion, no caste and no God for mankind". He led a reform movement in Kerala.##Topic:Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?          Leader                                                            Associated with 1. Surendranath Banerjea          -              British Indian association of Bengal 2. Subramaniya Iyer                   -              Madras Mahajan Sabha 3. Pherozeshah Mehta               -              Bombay Presidency association Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
2 and 3 only                
1 and 2 only
3 only                          
2 and 3 only                
Surendranath Banerjea was associated with Indian association. The British Indian association of Bengal of formed by the Zamindars of Bengal. The other two pairs are correctly matched
a
Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched?          Leader                                                            Associated with 1. Surendranath Banerjea          -              British Indian association of Bengal 2. Subramaniya Iyer                   -              Madras Mahajan Sabha 3. Pherozeshah Mehta               -              Bombay Presidency association Select the correct answer using the codes given below. ##Option_A: 2 and 3 only                ###Option_B: 1 and 2 only ##Option_C: 3 only                           ##Option_D: 2 and 3 only                ##Answer:a##Explaination: Surendranath Banerjea was associated with Indian association. The British Indian association of Bengal of formed by the Zamindars of Bengal. The other two pairs are correctly matched ##Topic:Moderate Phase (1885 – 1905)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
Which of the following are the characteristics of Peasant movements after 1857? They directly challenged the colonialism and alien rule. The territorial reach of these movements was limited. Strong awareness of legal rights and strong notion of legitimacy. Remarkable organizational abilities. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1 and 3 only
2 and 3 only
2, 3 and 4 only
1 and 3 only
1st statement is incorrect and rest all are correct - The most important characteristic of peasant movements after 1857 was that they did not directly challenge the colonial rule. Their struggles were directed towards specific and limited objectives. The territorial reach was also limited confined to particular localities. There was a strong awareness of legal rights and the movements showed remarkable organizational abilities and solidarities.
c
The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are the characteristics of Peasant movements after 1857? They directly challenged the colonialism and alien rule. The territorial reach of these movements was limited. Strong awareness of legal rights and strong notion of legitimacy. Remarkable organizational abilities. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. ##Option_A: 1 and 3 only ###Option_B: 2 and 3 only ##Option_C: 2, 3 and 4 only ##Option_D: 1 and 3 only ##Answer:c##Explaination:1st statement is incorrect and rest all are correct - The most important characteristic of peasant movements after 1857 was that they did not directly challenge the colonial rule. Their struggles were directed towards specific and limited objectives. The territorial reach was also limited confined to particular localities. There was a strong awareness of legal rights and the movements showed remarkable organizational abilities and solidarities.##Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Which of the following methods was/were used by the indigo farmers during the Indigo revolt of 1859-60? Peaceful demonstrations Social boycotts Maintenance of band of Lathiyals (armed retainers) Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
2 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
1 only
2 and 3 only
It was the Indigo planters who maintained a band of Lathiyals (armed retainers) to enforce indigo cultivation. However the famers used peaceful demonstrations and social boycotts.
b
The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following methods was/were used by the indigo farmers during the Indigo revolt of 1859-60? Peaceful demonstrations Social boycotts Maintenance of band of Lathiyals (armed retainers) Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A: 2 and 3 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 1 only##Option_D: 2 and 3 only##Answer:b##Explaination: It was the Indigo planters who maintained a band of Lathiyals (armed retainers) to enforce indigo cultivation. However the famers used peaceful demonstrations and social boycotts. ##Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Which of the following are the tribal rebellions during British rule? Sanyasi rebellion Chaur uprising Santhal rebellion Kol rebellion Munda rebellion Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
2, 3 and 4 only
1, 3 and 5 only
1, 2, 4 and 5 only
2, 3 and 4 only
Sanyasi rebellion is a civil rebellion of peasants and demobilized soldiers of Bengal in 18 th century. Chaur uprising is also civil rebellion in Bengal and Bihar during the same period
d
The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following are the tribal rebellions during British rule? Sanyasi rebellion Chaur uprising Santhal rebellion Kol rebellion Munda rebellion Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A: 2, 3 and 4 only###Option_B: 1, 3 and 5 only##Option_C: 1, 2, 4 and 5 only##Option_D: 2, 3 and 4 only##Answer:d##Explaination: Sanyasi rebellion is a civil rebellion of peasants and demobilized soldiers of Bengal in 18 th century. Chaur uprising is also civil rebellion in Bengal and Bihar during the same period ##Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Which of the following is/are incorrect regarding the British army before 1857? Sepoys refused to fight in Burma because crossing the sea was meant loss of caste. The British Army employed Sepoys from all the castes so that they could maintain large Army & avoid any discrimination. It was considered prestigious to be in the service of the company and Sepoys  were  happy with emoluments. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
1 and 2  only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1 and 2  only
The Sepoys refused to fight because  crossing the sea was meant loss of caste.Hence Statement 1 is correct. Sepoys were predominantly drawn from the upper caste hindus esp. North Western Provinces & Oudh. Hence, 2nd Statement is incorrect. Even though sepoys considered prestigious to be in the service of the company, they were not happy with the emoluments.Hence, 3rd Statement is incorrect.
b
The Revolt of 1857 & change after 1857
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following is/are incorrect regarding the British army before 1857? Sepoys refused to fight in Burma because crossing the sea was meant loss of caste. The British Army employed Sepoys from all the castes so that they could maintain large Army & avoid any discrimination. It was considered prestigious to be in the service of the company and Sepoys  were  happy with emoluments. Select the correct answer using the codes given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2  only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2  only##Answer:b##Explaination:The Sepoys refused to fight because  crossing the sea was meant loss of caste.Hence Statement 1 is correct. Sepoys were predominantly drawn from the upper caste hindus esp. North Western Provinces & Oudh. Hence, 2nd Statement is incorrect. Even though sepoys considered prestigious to be in the service of the company, they were not happy with the emoluments.Hence, 3rd Statement is incorrect.##Topic:The Revolt of 1857 & change after 1857##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Which of the following was/were the causes of the Khasi uprising during the company’s rule? 1. Intrusion of British into their land 2. Transfer of land to outsiders 3. Ill-treatment at the hands of revenue officials Choose the correct answer from the code given below.
1 only                            
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only                 
1 only                            
The English planned a military road in the region and brought a large no. of Englishmen,bengalis and other labour to complete the project. The locals resented the intrusion and rose against it.
a
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which of the following was/were the causes of the Khasi uprising during the company’s rule? 1. Intrusion of British into their land 2. Transfer of land to outsiders 3. Ill-treatment at the hands of revenue officials Choose the correct answer from the code given below. ##Option_A: 1 only                             ###Option_B: 1 and 2 only ##Option_C: 2 and 3 only                  ##Option_D: 1 only                             ##Answer:a##Explaination: The English planned a military road in the region and brought a large no. of Englishmen,bengalis and other labour to complete the project. The locals resented the intrusion and rose against it. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
Before 1857, Koli Uprising in Western India took place  due to which of the following reason/reasons? 1. imposition of British rule. 2. widespread unemployment. 3. dismantlement of their forts. Choose the correct answer from the code given below.
1 and 2 only                
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only                 
1 and 2 only                
All the three were the causes. The Klis also resented the imposition of British rule and dismantlement of their forts.The new order of administration set up by the Company also caused widespread unemployment.
d
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Before 1857, Koli Uprising in Western India took place  due to which of the following reason/reasons? 1. imposition of British rule. 2. widespread unemployment. 3. dismantlement of their forts. Choose the correct answer from the code given below. ##Option_A: 1 and 2 only                 ###Option_B: 2 and 3 only ##Option_C: 1 and 3 only                  ##Option_D: 1 and 2 only                 ##Answer:d##Explaination: All the three were the causes. The Klis also resented the imposition of British rule and dismantlement of their forts.The new order of administration set up by the Company also caused widespread unemployment. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Q41 Which of the following was/were also the cause(s) of the Cutch Rebellion in the early 19th century? (1)excessive land assesment (2)the English reverses in the Burman war Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 Only
2 Only
Both
1 Only
The excessive land assessment caused deep resentment.Also,the English reverses in the Burman war emboldened them to rise in revolt.
c
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Q41 Which of the following was/were also the cause(s) of the Cutch Rebellion in the early 19th century? (1)excessive land assesment (2)the English reverses in the Burman war Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A:1 Only ###Option_B:2 Only ##Option_C:Both ##Option_D:1 Only ##Answer:c##Explaination: The excessive land assessment caused deep resentment.Also,the English reverses in the Burman war emboldened them to rise in revolt. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Consider the following statements about the peasant revolts during the 19th and 20th Century India: Class consciousness was present in the 19th century peasants movements. The Indian National Congress took up the issues of inter-agrarian relations. The first All India Kisan Sabha was formed at Calcutta in 1936. Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect ?
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
The Congress was virtually indifferent to inter-agrarian relations i.e. relations between landlords and tenants etc. In the 19th century,peasant movements lacked class consciousness or proper organisation.However,in the 20th century,the propaganda of the Communists and other left parties created class consciousness among the peasants and provided the nucleus for the formation of Kisan Sabhas. The first All India Kisan Sabha was formed at Lucknow in 1936.
d
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the peasant revolts during the 19th and 20th Century India: Class consciousness was present in the 19th century peasants movements. The Indian National Congress took up the issues of inter-agrarian relations. The first All India Kisan Sabha was formed at Calcutta in 1936. Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect ?##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination: The Congress was virtually indifferent to inter-agrarian relations i.e. relations between landlords and tenants etc. In the 19th century,peasant movements lacked class consciousness or proper organisation.However,in the 20th century,the propaganda of the Communists and other left parties created class consciousness among the peasants and provided the nucleus for the formation of Kisan Sabhas. The first All India Kisan Sabha was formed at Lucknow in 1936. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
The Moplahs, living in South Malabar region, rose in rebellion in the 19th century and again in 1921.Which of the followings were the causes of their revolts? Excessive land revenue. Insecurity of land tenure. British government"s anti-Khilafat policies. Choose the correct answer from the code given below.
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
All were the causes of the Moplah uprising.
d
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The Moplahs, living in South Malabar region, rose in rebellion in the 19th century and again in 1921.Which of the followings were the causes of their revolts? Excessive land revenue. Insecurity of land tenure. British government"s anti-Khilafat policies. Choose the correct answer from the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination: All were the causes of the Moplah uprising. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
In 1880,the British government appointed a commission under the presidency of Sir Richard Strachey: Which of the followings was/were the recommendations given by the commission? (1)the cost of famine releief be borne by the Central government (2)the labour wages be adjusted from time to time Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 only
2 Only
Both
1 only
The commission recommended that the cost of famine relief should be borne by the provincial governments.Also the wages should be adjusted from time to time to provide sufficient food for a labourer’s support.
b
The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In 1880,the British government appointed a commission under the presidency of Sir Richard Strachey: Which of the followings was/were the recommendations given by the commission? (1)the cost of famine releief be borne by the Central government (2)the labour wages be adjusted from time to time Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 Only##Option_C: Both##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:b##Explaination: The commission recommended that the cost of famine relief should be borne by the provincial governments.Also the wages should be adjusted from time to time to provide sufficient food for a labourer’s support. ##Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
In 1901, a famine Commission under the presidency of Sir Anthony MacDonnell was appointed. Which of the following was/were the commission’s recommendations? Opening of agricultural banks. Appointment of Famine commissioner in affected provinces. Select the correct answer using code given below.
1 only
2 only
Both
1 only
The British could not manage the relief work  during the famine of 1899-1900 which affected an area of 189,000 sq miles and a population of 28 millions. Lord Curzon appointed the commission in 1901.The commission recommended the appointment of a Famine commissioner in a province where extensive relief operations were expected.  The commission also stressed the desirability of better transport facilities, opening of agricultural banks, improvement of irrigation facilities and vigorous measures to foster improved methods of agriculture.  
c
The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:In 1901, a famine Commission under the presidency of Sir Anthony MacDonnell was appointed. Which of the following was/were the commission’s recommendations? Opening of agricultural banks. Appointment of Famine commissioner in affected provinces. Select the correct answer using code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:c##Explaination: The British could not manage the relief work  during the famine of 1899-1900 which affected an area of 189,000 sq miles and a population of 28 millions. Lord Curzon appointed the commission in 1901.The commission recommended the appointment of a Famine commissioner in a province where extensive relief operations were expected.  The commission also stressed the desirability of better transport facilities, opening of agricultural banks, improvement of irrigation facilities and vigorous measures to foster improved methods of agriculture.  ##Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
The French position, which at one time dazzled the Indian world by its political successes, was destined to end in humiliation and failure. Which of the following were the causes of failure of French in establishing an empire in India? Inferior system of government prevalent in France. The French Company was a department of the state. The English conquest of Bengal. Select the correct answer using code given below.
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only 
1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
All the statements are correct. The French government was despotic and depended on the personality of Monarch.Even under Louis XIV,the system was showing serious cracks.His weak successor,Louis XV,fritted away the resources of France. Also,as the French Company was a department of the state and since the state guaranteed dividend to the shareholders so the latter took very little interest in promoting the prosperity of the Company.
d
The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:The French position, which at one time dazzled the Indian world by its political successes, was destined to end in humiliation and failure. Which of the following were the causes of failure of French in establishing an empire in India? Inferior system of government prevalent in France. The French Company was a department of the state. The English conquest of Bengal. Select the correct answer using code given below. ##Option_A: 1 and 2 only ###Option_B: 2 and 3 only  ##Option_C: 1 and 3 only ##Option_D: 1 and 2 only ##Answer:d##Explaination: All the statements are correct. The French government was despotic and depended on the personality of Monarch.Even under Louis XIV,the system was showing serious cracks.His weak successor,Louis XV,fritted away the resources of France. Also,as the French Company was a department of the state and since the state guaranteed dividend to the shareholders so the latter took very little interest in promoting the prosperity of the Company. ##Topic:The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Q47.The great Maratha power declined by the early 19th century.Which of the following were the causes of their failure? (1) Absence of stable economic policy. (2) Weak political Set-up. (3) Progressive outlook of the English. Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
1and 2
All the statements are correct. The Maratha people tried to live on the sword,fighting and plundering the Mughals.The Maratha empire subsisted not on the resources of Maharashtra but on the tribute levied from newly acquired territories. The Maratha Empire was a loose confederation.After the disaster of Plassey,the feudal units fell apart and even weakened eachother by internal conflicts.Mutual jealousies prevented the Maratha sirdars from offering a united front to the East India Company. While the Europeans had been emancipated from the shackles of the church and Divinism and were devoting their energies to scientific inventions,the Indians were still embedded to old dogmas and notions.
d
The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Q47.The great Maratha power declined by the early 19th century.Which of the following were the causes of their failure? (1) Absence of stable economic policy. (2) Weak political Set-up. (3) Progressive outlook of the English. Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A:1and 2 ###Option_B:2 and 3 ##Option_C:1 and 3 ##Option_D:1and 2 ##Answer:d##Explaination:All the statements are correct. The Maratha people tried to live on the sword,fighting and plundering the Mughals.The Maratha empire subsisted not on the resources of Maharashtra but on the tribute levied from newly acquired territories. The Maratha Empire was a loose confederation.After the disaster of Plassey,the feudal units fell apart and even weakened eachother by internal conflicts.Mutual jealousies prevented the Maratha sirdars from offering a united front to the East India Company. While the Europeans had been emancipated from the shackles of the church and Divinism and were devoting their energies to scientific inventions,the Indians were still embedded to old dogmas and notions.##Topic:The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Which of the following statements is/are incorrect about the Ilbert Bill controversy in the later period of the 19th century? The bill  sought to correct anomaly of dual laws , i.e. Mohammadan law in rural areas and English laws. The bill sought to correct disparity between Indian and European judges. Select the correct answer using code given below.
1 only
2 only
Both
1 only
Before 1857, there were two separate system of laws and jurisprudence in the company's territory-the Mohammadan law in rural areas and the English laws.Most Governor-General felt that it would be unfair to submit Englishmen in India to Mohammadan law. This dual system of laws and courts were abolished when the Indian Penal Code gave a uniform criminal law in 1861.However,the disparity between the  Indian and European judges continued.Ilbert bill sought to correct this. Hence, only 2nd statement is correct.
a
The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are incorrect about the Ilbert Bill controversy in the later period of the 19th century? The bill  sought to correct anomaly of dual laws , i.e. Mohammadan law in rural areas and English laws. The bill sought to correct disparity between Indian and European judges. Select the correct answer using code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: Both##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:a##Explaination: Before 1857, there were two separate system of laws and jurisprudence in the company's territory-the Mohammadan law in rural areas and the English laws.Most Governor-General felt that it would be unfair to submit Englishmen in India to Mohammadan law. This dual system of laws and courts were abolished when the Indian Penal Code gave a uniform criminal law in 1861.However,the disparity between the  Indian and European judges continued.Ilbert bill sought to correct this. Hence, only 2nd statement is correct. ##Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
After the 1857 revolt, the relation between the Indian States and the British underwent a change. Which of the following statements is/are true in this regard? 1. abandonment of the policy of annexation. 2. succession of a ruler to native state was invalid until it received the sanction from the British. Choose the correct answer from the code given below.
1 Only                            
2 Only
1 and 2                          
1 Only                            
Both the statements are true. Abandonment of the policy of annexation was due to the loyal attitude of the ruling princes during the Revolt of 1857 which had amptly demonstrated that the princes could be used as breakwaters to future possible storms in India. After 1857,The ruler of a state did not inherit the seat (gaddi) as a  right,but as a gift from the Paramount power. All successions had to regularly seek the sanction of the crown.
c
The Indian States
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: After the 1857 revolt, the relation between the Indian States and the British underwent a change. Which of the following statements is/are true in this regard? 1. abandonment of the policy of annexation. 2. succession of a ruler to native state was invalid until it received the sanction from the British. Choose the correct answer from the code given below. ##Option_A: 1 Only                             ###Option_B: 2 Only ##Option_C: 1 and 2                           ##Option_D: 1 Only                             ##Answer:c##Explaination: Both the statements are true. Abandonment of the policy of annexation was due to the loyal attitude of the ruling princes during the Revolt of 1857 which had amptly demonstrated that the princes could be used as breakwaters to future possible storms in India. After 1857,The ruler of a state did not inherit the seat (gaddi) as a  right,but as a gift from the Paramount power. All successions had to regularly seek the sanction of the crown. ##Topic:The Indian States##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
A "perpetual and general alliance" "Treaty of Bassein" was signed between the Peshwa and the English. Which of the following statements is/are incorrect about it? The  Treaty helped the Peshwa to get a foothold over Poona after the defeat from the Holkars in 1802. After signing the Treaty the Britishers got the opportunity to interfere in the administrative affairs in case of Peshwa"s  death without any natural heir. The Treaty provided the expulsion of all Europeans from the service except the English.  Select the correct answer using code given below.
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
2 only
1 and 2 only
The Treaty signed with the East India Company  aided the  Peshwa Baji Rao II in reclaiming the lost position against the Holkars in 1802. Hence, 1st Statement is correct. Treaty of Bassein was essentially in the nature of  'Subsidiary Aliance' wherein Britishers got the opportunity to directly interfere in the administrative affairs by permanently stationing the British troops with the Peshwa and not after his \ death without any natural heir to the throne, which was a prominent reason in the 'Policy of Doctrine of Lapse'. Hence, 2nd Statement is incorrect. The Treaty provided for the expulsion of non British Europeans from Peshwa's service which made the Britisher's position more stronger vis-a-vis French & other European powers. Hence, 3rd Statement is correct.
c
The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:A "perpetual and general alliance" "Treaty of Bassein" was signed between the Peshwa and the English. Which of the following statements is/are incorrect about it? The  Treaty helped the Peshwa to get a foothold over Poona after the defeat from the Holkars in 1802. After signing the Treaty the Britishers got the opportunity to interfere in the administrative affairs in case of Peshwa"s  death without any natural heir. The Treaty provided the expulsion of all Europeans from the service except the English.  Select the correct answer using code given below.##Option_A:1 and 2 only###Option_B:2 and 3 only##Option_C:2 only##Option_D:1 and 2 only##Answer:c##Explaination:The Treaty signed with the East India Company  aided the  Peshwa Baji Rao II in reclaiming the lost position against the Holkars in 1802. Hence, 1st Statement is correct. Treaty of Bassein was essentially in the nature of  'Subsidiary Aliance' wherein Britishers got the opportunity to directly interfere in the administrative affairs by permanently stationing the British troops with the Peshwa and not after his \ death without any natural heir to the throne, which was a prominent reason in the 'Policy of Doctrine of Lapse'. Hence, 2nd Statement is incorrect. The Treaty provided for the expulsion of non British Europeans from Peshwa's service which made the Britisher's position more stronger vis-a-vis French & other European powers. Hence, 3rd Statement is correct.##Topic:The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Q1 Which of the followings can be regarded as the causes of the rise of Extremism with respect to the Indian National Movement? (1)Recognition of true nature of British Rule. (2)Reaction to Increasing westernization. (3)Lord Reading’s reactionary policies. Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1&2
2&3
1&3
1&2
All were the causes of rise of Exterimists except 3.Reading was viceroy from 1921 to 1926.It was Cuzon’s plicies which contributed in rise of the Extremists.
a
Freedom Struggle : Extremist Phase (1905 – 17)
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Q1 Which of the followings can be regarded as the causes of the rise of Extremism with respect to the Indian National Movement? (1)Recognition of true nature of British Rule. (2)Reaction to Increasing westernization. (3)Lord Reading’s reactionary policies. Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A:1&2 ###Option_B:2&3 ##Option_C:1&3 ##Option_D:1&2 ##Answer:a##Explaination: All were the causes of rise of Exterimists except 3.Reading was viceroy from 1921 to 1926.It was Cuzon’s plicies which contributed in rise of the Extremists. ##Topic:Freedom Struggle : Extremist Phase (1905 – 17)##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Akali movement? Its aim was to liberate the Gurudawaras from the control of the government. It launched a non-violent, non-cooperation movement. The movement had a communal overtone. Select the correct answer using code given below.
1 and 2
2 only
2 and 3
1 and 2
They aimed to liberate the Gurudawaras from the control of corrupt mahants who enjoyed the support of the government. It was a secretarian or a regional movement but not a communal one.  It was a non-violent movement. Hence, 2nd statement is also correct
b
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Akali movement? Its aim was to liberate the Gurudawaras from the control of the government. It launched a non-violent, non-cooperation movement. The movement had a communal overtone. Select the correct answer using code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: 2 and 3##Option_D: 1 and 2##Answer:b##Explaination: They aimed to liberate the Gurudawaras from the control of corrupt mahants who enjoyed the support of the government. It was a secretarian or a regional movement but not a communal one.  It was a non-violent movement. Hence, 2nd statement is also correct ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Deoband movement? It urged its followers to accept services under the British government. It opposed the formation of the Indian National Congress. It supported the Aligarh movement. Select the correct answer using code given below.
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
The movement's objective was not to prepare its students for government job (unlike the Aligarh movement) but for preaching of Islamic faith. They were opposed to Syed Ahmed Khan, founder of the Aligarh movement. Deoband School welcomed the formation of the Indian National Congress and in 1888 issued a fatiua (religious decree) against Syed Ahmed Khan’s organisations.
d
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Deoband movement? It urged its followers to accept services under the British government. It opposed the formation of the Indian National Congress. It supported the Aligarh movement. Select the correct answer using code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination:The movement's objective was not to prepare its students for government job (unlike the Aligarh movement) but for preaching of Islamic faith. They were opposed to Syed Ahmed Khan, founder of the Aligarh movement. Deoband School welcomed the formation of the Indian National Congress and in 1888 issued a fatiua (religious decree) against Syed Ahmed Khan’s organisations.##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Ramakrishna  movement ? It was against image-worship It believed in Eternal omnipotent God It recognized Gods of all the religions It gave a political message “India for the Indians” thus infusing self-confidence among the masses. Select the correct answer using code given below.
1 and 2
2 and 3
3 and 4
1 and 2
It was not against image-worship. Infact, it  recognized the value and utility of image worship in developing spiritual fervor. The movement recognized the truth in all religions and emphasised that krishna, Rama, Allah, Christ are different names for the same god. It recognizes value of image-worship in developing spiritual fervour. The movement never gave any political message.
b
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Ramakrishna  movement ? It was against image-worship It believed in Eternal omnipotent God It recognized Gods of all the religions It gave a political message “India for the Indians” thus infusing self-confidence among the masses. Select the correct answer using code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2###Option_B: 2 and 3##Option_C: 3 and 4##Option_D: 1 and 2##Answer:b##Explaination: It was not against image-worship. Infact, it  recognized the value and utility of image worship in developing spiritual fervor. The movement recognized the truth in all religions and emphasised that krishna, Rama, Allah, Christ are different names for the same god. It recognizes value of image-worship in developing spiritual fervour. The movement never gave any political message. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Arya Samaj movement ? It accepted the authority of Vedas but disregarded the authority of the Puranas and later Hindu Scriptures. It accepted the doctrine of karma and rejected the theory of destiny. It supported the Vedic notion of the caste system. Choose the correct answer from the code given below.
1 and 2
2 and 3
1 and 3
1 and 2
Swami Dayanand, the founder of the Arya Samaj, disregarded the authority of later hindu scriptures like Purana and blamed them for the evil practices of idol worship etc. The Samaj rejected the caste system based on birth but supported the vedic notion of the same where a person was not borne in a caste but identified with it as per the occupation he followed.
d
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Arya Samaj movement ? It accepted the authority of Vedas but disregarded the authority of the Puranas and later Hindu Scriptures. It accepted the doctrine of karma and rejected the theory of destiny. It supported the Vedic notion of the caste system. Choose the correct answer from the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2###Option_B: 2 and 3##Option_C: 1 and 3##Option_D: 1 and 2##Answer:d##Explaination: Swami Dayanand, the founder of the Arya Samaj, disregarded the authority of later hindu scriptures like Purana and blamed them for the evil practices of idol worship etc. The Samaj rejected the caste system based on birth but supported the vedic notion of the same where a person was not borne in a caste but identified with it as per the occupation he followed. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Brahmo Samaj movement? It was against idolatry. It was against priesthood. It allowed only selected sacrifices. It accepted the doctrine of karma. Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 and 2 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 4 only
1 and 2 only
There was no place for priesthood nor any kind of sacrifices were allowed in the Brahmo Samaj building. The worship was performed through prayers and meditation and readings from the Upanishads. It took no definite stand on the doctrine of karma and left it to individual brahmos to believe either way.
a
Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Brahmo Samaj movement? It was against idolatry. It was against priesthood. It allowed only selected sacrifices. It accepted the doctrine of karma. Select the correct answer using codes given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 1, 2 and 4 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:a##Explaination:There was no place for priesthood nor any kind of sacrifices were allowed in the Brahmo Samaj building. The worship was performed through prayers and meditation and readings from the Upanishads. It took no definite stand on the doctrine of karma and left it to individual brahmos to believe either way.##Topic:Social – Religious Movements in 19th – 20th centuries##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
Which of the following is/are the changes introduced in the Army after the 1857 revolt ? 1. Amalgamation of the company’s forces with those of the crown 2. Distinction between  martial and non-martial races 3. Discouraging the regional loyalties among soldiers Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 only                     
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only                  
1 only                     
Infact, steps were taken to encourage regional loyalties among the slodiers so that they may not unite on national considerations.
b
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which of the following is/are the changes introduced in the Army after the 1857 revolt ? 1. Amalgamation of the company’s forces with those of the crown 2. Distinction between  martial and non-martial races 3. Discouraging the regional loyalties among soldiers Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A: 1 only                      ###Option_B: 1 and 2 only ##Option_C: 2 and 3 only                   ##Option_D: 1 only                      ##Answer:b##Explaination: Infact, steps were taken to encourage regional loyalties among the slodiers so that they may not unite on national considerations. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the impact of the revolt of 1857? 1. Heightened racial bitterness 2. Association of Indians in the task of legislations Choose the correct answer from the code given below.
1 Only                            
2 Only
Both                               
1 Only                            
Racial bitterness was perhaps the most unfortunate legacy of the revolt. The entire structure of the Indian government was remodeled on the idea of a master race. One of the cause of the revolt was absence of contact between the ruler and the ruled. Thus to associate Indians in the task of legislation, Indian Council Act of 1861 was passed.
c
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which of the following statements is/are correct about the impact of the revolt of 1857? 1. Heightened racial bitterness 2. Association of Indians in the task of legislations Choose the correct answer from the code given below. ##Option_A: 1 Only                             ###Option_B: 2 Only ##Option_C: Both                                ##Option_D: 1 Only                             ##Answer:c##Explaination: Racial bitterness was perhaps the most unfortunate legacy of the revolt. The entire structure of the Indian government was remodeled on the idea of a master race. One of the cause of the revolt was absence of contact between the ruler and the ruled. Thus to associate Indians in the task of legislation, Indian Council Act of 1861 was passed. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Which of the following was/were the cause(s) of failure of the revolt of 1857? Kashmir and Nepal helped in suppressing the revolt. It was mainly feudal in character. Lack of coordination in the uprisings in different parts of India. For the British, major wars outside India concluded by 1856. Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
3 and 4 only
1 and 2 only
Due to fuedal characters, many princes were looking for their own benefits, some supported the revolt, some helped in suppressing it. By 1856,crimean wars and chinese wars concluded so 1,12,000 British troups poured into India. The Maharaja of Kashmir, the Ranas of Nepal, and many other ruling chiefs, and a large number of big zamindars gave active help to the British in oppressing the Revolt. Other statements are also correct.
d
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following was/were the cause(s) of failure of the revolt of 1857? Kashmir and Nepal helped in suppressing the revolt. It was mainly feudal in character. Lack of coordination in the uprisings in different parts of India. For the British, major wars outside India concluded by 1856. Select the correct answer using codes given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 3 and 4 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:d##Explaination: Due to fuedal characters, many princes were looking for their own benefits, some supported the revolt, some helped in suppressing it. By 1856,crimean wars and chinese wars concluded so 1,12,000 British troups poured into India. The Maharaja of Kashmir, the Ranas of Nepal, and many other ruling chiefs, and a large number of big zamindars gave active help to the British in oppressing the Revolt. Other statements are also correct. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Which of the following pairs is/are not matched correctly?      Movement                          Cause 1. Sanyasi revolt                      Restriction on visit to holy places 2. Kol Risings                            Transfer of land to outsiders 3. Pagal Panthis’s revolt         Oppression by Zamindars 4. Kolhapur revolt                   Subsidiary Alliance Treaty Select the incorrect answer from the code given below.
1 and 3 only      
2 only
4 only                  
1 and 3 only      
The hardship caused by administrative reorganisation in the Kolhapur state after 1844 caused deep resentment. Faced with the issue of unemployment the Godkaris (military class) rose in revolt. . Hence, option d is incorrect. Rest all other options are correct The restriction imposed on visits to holy places by the Company estranged the Sanyasis. They espoused the popular cause and organized raids on the Company's factories in Bengal. The Kols of Chhotanagpur resented the transfer of land from Kol headmen (Mundas) to outsiders like Sikh and Muslim farmers. In 1831, the Kol rebels killed about a thousands outsiders. Pagal Panthis, a semi-religious sect founded by Karam Shah,lived in the northern districts of Bengal.They rose in rebellion for the cause of the tenants against the oppressions of the zamindars.
c
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Which of the following pairs is/are not matched correctly?      Movement                          Cause 1. Sanyasi revolt                      Restriction on visit to holy places 2. Kol Risings                            Transfer of land to outsiders 3. Pagal Panthis’s revolt         Oppression by Zamindars 4. Kolhapur revolt                   Subsidiary Alliance Treaty Select the incorrect answer from the code given below. ##Option_A: 1 and 3 only       ###Option_B: 2 only ##Option_C: 4 only                  ##Option_D: 1 and 3 only       ##Answer:c##Explaination: The hardship caused by administrative reorganisation in the Kolhapur state after 1844 caused deep resentment. Faced with the issue of unemployment the Godkaris (military class) rose in revolt. . Hence, option d is incorrect. Rest all other options are correct The restriction imposed on visits to holy places by the Company estranged the Sanyasis. They espoused the popular cause and organized raids on the Company's factories in Bengal. The Kols of Chhotanagpur resented the transfer of land from Kol headmen (Mundas) to outsiders like Sikh and Muslim farmers. In 1831, the Kol rebels killed about a thousands outsiders. Pagal Panthis, a semi-religious sect founded by Karam Shah,lived in the northern districts of Bengal.They rose in rebellion for the cause of the tenants against the oppressions of the zamindars. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Which of the following statements are correct about the Wahabi movement of the 19th century? 1. It was started against Sikhs of Punjab. 2. It was inspired by the teachings of Delhi saint Shah Waliullah. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
1 only
An Islamic revivalist movement founded by Syed Ahmed of Rai Bareilly, who was inspired by the teachings of Abdul Wahab (1703-87) of Saudi Arabia and Shah Waliullah of Delhi. Syed Ahmed condemned the western influence on Islam and advocated a return to pure Islam and society. He was declared as Imam (desired leader) and a countrywide organization with and elaborate secret code for its working under spiritual vice-regents (khalifas) was set up, and Sithana in north-western tribal belt was chosen as a base for operations. In India, its important centre was at Patna though it had its missions in Hyderabad, Madras, Bengal, UP and Bombay. Since the Dar-Ul-Harb (the land of kafirs) was to be converted into Dar-Ul-Islam (the land of Islam), a jihad was declared against the Sikh kingdom of Punjab. After the defeat of the Sikh ruler and incorporation of the Punjab into East India Company’s dominion in 1849, the British dominion in India became the sole target of the Wahabi’s attacks. A series of military operations by British in 1860s on the Wahabi base in Sithana and various court cases of sedition on the Wahabis weakened the Wahabi resistance, although sporadic encounters with the authorities continued into the 1880s and 1890s. Hence both the statements are correct.
c
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements are correct about the Wahabi movement of the 19th century? 1. It was started against Sikhs of Punjab. 2. It was inspired by the teachings of Delhi saint Shah Waliullah. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A:1 only###Option_B:2 only##Option_C:Both 1 and 2##Option_D:1 only##Answer:c##Explaination:An Islamic revivalist movement founded by Syed Ahmed of Rai Bareilly, who was inspired by the teachings of Abdul Wahab (1703-87) of Saudi Arabia and Shah Waliullah of Delhi. Syed Ahmed condemned the western influence on Islam and advocated a return to pure Islam and society. He was declared as Imam (desired leader) and a countrywide organization with and elaborate secret code for its working under spiritual vice-regents (khalifas) was set up, and Sithana in north-western tribal belt was chosen as a base for operations. In India, its important centre was at Patna though it had its missions in Hyderabad, Madras, Bengal, UP and Bombay. Since the Dar-Ul-Harb (the land of kafirs) was to be converted into Dar-Ul-Islam (the land of Islam), a jihad was declared against the Sikh kingdom of Punjab. After the defeat of the Sikh ruler and incorporation of the Punjab into East India Company’s dominion in 1849, the British dominion in India became the sole target of the Wahabi’s attacks. A series of military operations by British in 1860s on the Wahabi base in Sithana and various court cases of sedition on the Wahabis weakened the Wahabi resistance, although sporadic encounters with the authorities continued into the 1880s and 1890s. Hence both the statements are correct.##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:c
Which of the following statement/s is/are correct about the Mahalwari settlement system? "Registered’ land holder was responsible for direct payment of revenue to state. Prevalant in Bengal, Bihar and Orissa Covered majority of British areas in India Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 only
1 and 3 only
2 only
1 only
In the Rytowari system, 'registered’ land holders were responsible for  direct payment of revenue to state. Zamindari system was prevelant in Bengal, Bihar and Orissa. Ryotwari system covered majority (51%)of British areas in India.The Mahalwari system covered 30% of the British areas in India.
d
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statement/s is/are correct about the Mahalwari settlement system? "Registered’ land holder was responsible for direct payment of revenue to state. Prevalant in Bengal, Bihar and Orissa Covered majority of British areas in India Select the correct answer using codes given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 3 only##Option_C: 2 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:d##Explaination: In the Rytowari system, 'registered’ land holders were responsible for  direct payment of revenue to state. Zamindari system was prevelant in Bengal, Bihar and Orissa. Ryotwari system covered majority (51%)of British areas in India.The Mahalwari system covered 30% of the British areas in India. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Zamindari settlement system? Zamindar was recognized as the owner of land. Zamindar was responsible for the payment of land-revenue. It was prevelant in the majority of total area under British India. Select the correct answer using the code given below.
1 and 2 only
2 only
1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
Under the Zamindari system,the zamindar was recognized as the owner who could mortgage,bequeath and sell the land. Zamindari system covered the least area among all the three system prevalent. Ryotwari and Mahalwari were themost prevalent. 2nd statement is correct.
a
The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following statements is/are correct about the Zamindari settlement system? Zamindar was recognized as the owner of land. Zamindar was responsible for the payment of land-revenue. It was prevelant in the majority of total area under British India. Select the correct answer using the code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:a##Explaination:Under the Zamindari system,the zamindar was recognized as the owner who could mortgage,bequeath and sell the land. Zamindari system covered the least area among all the three system prevalent. Ryotwari and Mahalwari were themost prevalent. 2nd statement is correct.##Topic:The British Administrative Structure, Reform , Impact and Organization of Government of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
Consider the following changes brought about by the Regulating act of 1773. 1. It provided for setting up of a Supreme Court at Calcutta. 2. Governor-General was made the effective decision making authority for the administration of British territories. 3. Warren Hastings became the first Governor-General. Select the correct answer using codes given below.
1 and 2                
1 and 3
2 and 3                
1 and 2                
Regulating act of 1773 provided for setting up of a Supreme court at Calcutta to try all British Subjects. Administration of British territories in India was vested in the hands of Gover-general assisted by a council of 4 members.The Governor-General was to preside over meetings of the Council,but the decision of the majority was to bind the whole,the Governor-General having merely a casting vote in case of an equal division. Warren Hastings was made the first Governor-General.
b
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question: Consider the following changes brought about by the Regulating act of 1773. 1. It provided for setting up of a Supreme Court at Calcutta. 2. Governor-General was made the effective decision making authority for the administration of British territories. 3. Warren Hastings became the first Governor-General. Select the correct answer using codes given below. ##Option_A: 1 and 2                 ###Option_B: 1 and 3 ##Option_C: 2 and 3                 ##Option_D: 1 and 2                 ##Answer:b##Explaination: Regulating act of 1773 provided for setting up of a Supreme court at Calcutta to try all British Subjects. Administration of British territories in India was vested in the hands of Gover-general assisted by a council of 4 members.The Governor-General was to preside over meetings of the Council,but the decision of the majority was to bind the whole,the Governor-General having merely a casting vote in case of an equal division. Warren Hastings was made the first Governor-General. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Which of the following reforms were undertaken by Warren Hastings? Setting up of Dual system of government in Bengal. Setting up of a Supreme Court at Calcutta. Incorporation of Indians in higher positions of administration to further stengthen the foreign rule. Select the correct answer using code given below.
1 only
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 only
Dual system of government was set up by Clive. During Hastings tenure, the system was abolished. Regulating act of 1773 provided for setting up of a Supreme court at Calcutta to try all British Subjects. Hastings tried many reforms but he gave no place to the sons of the soils in the position of trust and responsibilities.
d
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Which of the following reforms were undertaken by Warren Hastings? Setting up of Dual system of government in Bengal. Setting up of a Supreme Court at Calcutta. Incorporation of Indians in higher positions of administration to further stengthen the foreign rule. Select the correct answer using code given below.##Option_A: 1 only###Option_B: 1 and 2 only##Option_C: 2 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 only##Answer:d##Explaination: Dual system of government was set up by Clive. During Hastings tenure, the system was abolished. Regulating act of 1773 provided for setting up of a Supreme court at Calcutta to try all British Subjects. Hastings tried many reforms but he gave no place to the sons of the soils in the position of trust and responsibilities. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:d
Consider the following statements about the Battle of Plassey: The English army showed no military superiority in the Battle. As a result of this Battle, the Company received Zamindari rights over some regions . After the Battle, Private trades of British merchants were still taxed. Select the correct answer using code given below.
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only                 
1 and 2 only
The English army showed no military superiority in the Battle,it was desertion in the Nawab's camp that gave Clive the victory. As a consequence of the victory of battle of Plassey, even the British merchants and officials were no longer asked to pay any taxes on their private trade.
a
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the Battle of Plassey: The English army showed no military superiority in the Battle. As a result of this Battle, the Company received Zamindari rights over some regions . After the Battle, Private trades of British merchants were still taxed. Select the correct answer using code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only                 ##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:a##Explaination: The English army showed no military superiority in the Battle,it was desertion in the Nawab's camp that gave Clive the victory. As a consequence of the victory of battle of Plassey, even the British merchants and officials were no longer asked to pay any taxes on their private trade. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:a
Consider the following statements about the “Doctrine of Lapse” implemented by Lord Dalhousie: It restricted the right of adopted son to succeed to the personal property of chieftain. Satara was the first Indian state to be annexed. After the death of a ruler, the adopted heir could still rule the state with prior British approval. Select the correct answer using code given below.
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1 and 2 only
The doctrine recognized the right of adopted son to succeed to the personal property of the chieftain,but drew a distinction between succession to private property and succession to the royal gaddi. Other statements are correct. The approval aspect was indeed an option provided to rulers, although British rarely allowed such cases. 
b
GS_History_unclassified
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements about the “Doctrine of Lapse” implemented by Lord Dalhousie: It restricted the right of adopted son to succeed to the personal property of chieftain. Satara was the first Indian state to be annexed. After the death of a ruler, the adopted heir could still rule the state with prior British approval. Select the correct answer using code given below.##Option_A: 1 and 2 only###Option_B: 2 and 3 only##Option_C: 1 and 3 only##Option_D: 1 and 2 only##Answer:b##Explaination:The doctrine recognized the right of adopted son to succeed to the personal property of the chieftain,but drew a distinction between succession to private property and succession to the royal gaddi. Other statements are correct. The approval aspect was indeed an option provided to rulers, although British rarely allowed such cases. ##Topic:GS_History_unclassified##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b
Consider the following statements regarding "Subsidiary Alliance": Lord Wellesley invented the "Subsidiary Alliance" system. Its aim was also to save the Company"s Empire from Napoleon. Internal affairs of the state coming under the system, were largely unaffected. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 and 3 only
  2 only
 2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
Under the treaty, British undertook to defend the ruler from his enemies and promised to non-interference in the internal affairs but they didn't keep this promise. Through British resident, they  interfered in the day-to-day administration of the state. Wellesley did not invent the system,it existed long before him. Dupleix was perhaps the first who had lent European troops to Indian princess at the expense of the latter. Wellesley concluded that the best way to safeguard India against Napoleon was to make the Company the arbiter of the Indian political world and place the Indian states beyond the influence of the French.
b
The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India
General Studies
This is some mcq of UPSC standerd ##Question:Consider the following statements regarding "Subsidiary Alliance": Lord Wellesley invented the "Subsidiary Alliance" system. Its aim was also to save the Company"s Empire from Napoleon. Internal affairs of the state coming under the system, were largely unaffected. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? ##Option_A: 1 and 3 only ###Option_B:  2 only ##Option_C:  2 and 3 only ##Option_D: 1 and 3 only ##Answer:b##Explaination: Under the treaty, British undertook to defend the ruler from his enemies and promised to non-interference in the internal affairs but they didn't keep this promise. Through British resident, they  interfered in the day-to-day administration of the state. Wellesley did not invent the system,it existed long before him. Dupleix was perhaps the first who had lent European troops to Indian princess at the expense of the latter. Wellesley concluded that the best way to safeguard India against Napoleon was to make the Company the arbiter of the Indian political world and place the Indian states beyond the influence of the French. ##Topic:The Advent of the Europeans and British Conquest of India##Subject:General Studies##Answer:b