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Exam: BPSC Subject: Indian History Topic: British Raj

Total Questions: 20

Q1. The actions of General Dyer at Jallianwala Bagh were later reviewed by the Army Council. While he was removed from service, the ultimate decision regarding his fate was influenced by:

A judicial trial for murder and manslaughter. The advocacy of prominent British parliamentarians. A public outcry in Britain demanding accountability. The findings of the Hunter Committee's official report.
Q2. The Charter Act of 1833 sought to consolidate British power in India by making the Governor-General of Bengal the Governor-General of India. This move was primarily aimed at:

Facilitating a more uniform administrative structure Encouraging greater local autonomy in governance Reducing the influence of the East India Company's Directors Strengthening the judicial independence of the presidencies
Q3. The introduction of English education by the British in India primarily aimed to:

Promote indigenous languages and literature Create a class of Indians to assist in administration Encourage scientific and technical education Revitalize traditional Indian educational systems
Q4. Sir Stafford Cripps was a member of which British political party?

Conservative Party Labour Party Liberal Party Co-operative Party
Q5. What was Jawaharlal Nehru's stance on industrialization in post-independence India?

He believed in prioritizing cottage industries over large-scale industries. He emphasized the need for rapid industrialization and state-led development. He advocated for a return to agrarian economics. He was hesitant to promote industrial growth due to environmental concerns.
Q6. The Mountbatten Plan's acceptance of the 'two-nation theory' was a significant endorsement of the Muslim League's demand. Which of the following individuals or groups was a staunch opponent of this theory and a proponent of Indian unity?

Muhammad Ali Jinnah All India Muslim League Indian National Congress (specifically its more secular factions) Unionist Party of Punjab
Q7. Which Indian territory was declared 'Azad' by the INA and subsequently administered by the Provisional Government of Azad Hind during the war?

Andaman and Nicobar Islands Manipur Assam Burma
Q8. The Ryotwari system, by granting proprietary rights to the ryot, intended to increase their stake in the land. However, this often led to unintended consequences in land transactions. Which of the following was a significant unintended consequence?

Increased land fragmentation as ryots divided their holdings upon inheritance. The commercialization of land, leading to its purchase by non-cultivating intermediaries. The establishment of a free market for agricultural labor. The consolidation of land holdings into larger, more efficient farms.
Q9. The Civil Disobedience Movement also saw the defiance of forest laws in tribal areas. This aspect of the movement was most pronounced in:

The Chotanagpur region The Western Ghats The Himalayan foothills The Thar Desert fringes
Q10. The absence of a natural heir was the primary pretext for annexation, but often the British used the Doctrine of Lapse to target states that were considered:

Economically prosperous and stable Strategically important or wealthy Politically weak and isolated Culturally advanced and independent
Q11. Who drafted the Objectives Resolution, later incorporated into the Preamble of the Indian Constitution, with significant input from Nehru?

B.R. Ambedkar Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jawaharlal Nehru K.M. Munshi
Q12. The introduction of railways by the British in India, while facilitating trade and administration, primarily served the British imperial interests by:

Promoting the growth of indigenous industries by providing access to raw materials. Connecting centers of production directly to Indian consumers, fostering domestic market growth. Enabling the rapid movement of troops and raw materials to ports for export to Britain. Stimulating the development of a national transportation network benefiting all regions equally.
Q13. Which of the following was a special power granted to the Governor-General under the Act of 1935 to ensure the administration of 'reserved' subjects?

Power to summon a joint session of the Federal Legislature. Power to suspend the operation of any Act of the Federal Legislature. Power to appoint special representatives to provincial governments. Power to legislate directly on matters of defense and foreign affairs.
Q14. What was Sardar Patel's primary responsibility in independent India's government?

Foreign affairs Integration of princely states Defence Economic planning
Q15. The Non-Cooperation Movement, in its broader strategic implications, can be seen as a precursor to the later emphasis on:

Armed insurrection and guerrilla warfare Negotiated settlements and constitutional reforms Mass civil disobedience and non-violent resistance as a primary tool Regional autonomy and federalism
Q16. The Jallianwala Bagh is a public garden located in which state of India?

Rajasthan Haryana Punjab Himachal Pradesh
Q17. Which of the following was the primary official reason cited by the British government for the Partition of Bengal?

To curb the growing nationalist movement To improve administrative efficiency To promote industrial development To foster communal harmony
Q18. The Secretary of State for India was a member of which body?

The British Parliament The East India Company The Viceroy's Council The Indian Civil Service
Q19. The Indian Councils Act of 1892 was a response to the growing articulation of Indian political demands, particularly from organizations like the Indian National Congress. Which specific demand was partially met, albeit indirectly, by this Act?

The demand for universal suffrage. The demand for a legislative council with a majority of elected members. The demand for increased representation of Indians in the legislative bodies. The demand for the abolition of the India Council in London.
Q20. The emergence of 'cultural history' in the historiography of the British Raj has led to a greater emphasis on:

The military campaigns and battles fought during the period. The impact of British laws and administrative reforms. The negotiation of identities, beliefs, and practices under colonial rule. The trade routes established by the East India Company.

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