Mock Test

Exam: BPSC Subject: Indian History

Total Questions: 20

Q1. The Simon Commission in 1928 was met with protests from various sections of Indian society, including Dalit organizations demanding representation. True or False?

True False Partially True Cannot be determined
Q2. The Rowlatt Act aimed to curb:

Religious extremism Social reform movements Political dissent and nationalism Economic exploitation
Q3. Is there a fee to request information under the RTI Act?

Yes, a fixed high fee No, it is always free Yes, a nominal fee is prescribed Only for certain types of information
Q4. The Muslim League's stance on the Government of India Act, 1935, was largely:

Supportive Indifferent Critical and led to its rejection Ambiguous
Q5. The Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) 2019 amends which specific section of the Indian Citizenship Act, 1955?

Section 3 Section 5 Section 7 Section 9
Q6. Fatehpur Sikri, despite its relatively short period of occupation, showcases a remarkable experimentation with architectural materials. Which material, processed and polished to resemble marble, was extensively used in its palaces and mosques, creating a distinctive aesthetic?

Glazed terracotta tiles Sandstone treated with a lime wash Red sandstone with inlaid semi-precious stones Polished granite from distant quarries
Q7. Aurangzeb's engagement in prolonged military campaigns in the Deccan, while aimed at consolidating Mughal power, ultimately contributed to:

The economic prosperity and administrative stability of the Deccan. The weakening of the central authority and depletion of imperial resources. The rapid assimilation of Deccan Sultanates into the Mughal administrative structure. The strengthening of regional identities and resistance movements.
Q8. The Ayodhya Verdict was a landmark judgment on land title and religious disputes.

True False Partially true Cannot be determined
Q9. The Act of 1813 had a profound impact on the Indian economy by:

Promoting the growth of Indian cottage industries Facilitating the drain of wealth from India Encouraging self-sufficiency in India Reducing the reliance on British manufactured goods
Q10. Under NULM, what is the focus for empowering the urban poor?

Land acquisition Financial inclusion and skill enhancement Export promotion Agricultural subsidies
Q11. The iconic 'Pashupati Seal' from Mohenjo-daro, depicting a seated figure surrounded by animals, is often interpreted as a proto-Shiva. This interpretation relies on parallels with later Vedic iconography, suggesting:

A complete absence of religious continuity between the Harappan and Vedic periods The potential for early forms of Hindu deity worship to have existed in the Indus Valley That all Indus seals are definitively religious in nature That the figure is purely an administrative official with no spiritual significance
Q12. In which year was Dr. B.R. Ambedkar awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award?

1955 1966 1990 1947
Q13. Jahangir’s reign saw the introduction and popularization of a particular spring festival that involved kite flying and a general atmosphere of festivity across the empire. What was this festival called?

Holi Basant Diwali Makar Sankranti
Q14. While steatite is the dominant material, other substances have been found to be used for Indus seals, albeit in fewer numbers. Which of the following materials is among the less common but documented materials for Indus seals?

Quartz Agate Terracotta Faience
Q15. Which prominent lawyer and nationalist leader from Bengal actively participated in the Swadeshi Movement?

Surendranath Banerjee C.R. Das Bhagwati Charan Vohra Sarat Chandra Bose
Q16. Which of the following was a significant social implication of the Ryotwari system's focus on individual landholdings and the potential for land alienation?

Weakening of traditional village community structures and social solidarity. Strengthening of caste-based occupational divisions in agriculture. Increased mobility of labor as ryots sought new opportunities. Empowerment of women who could now own and manage land independently.
Q17. The peasant movement in India was often linked to:

Imperial expansion Socialist ideologies Agrarian distress and exploitation Nationalist economic policies
Q18. Which of the following is NOT one of the five pillars of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan?

Economy Infrastructure Technology Tourism
Q19. The National Register of Citizens (NRC) primarily aims to identify genuine Indian citizens and exclude illegal immigrants. In which Indian state was the first large-scale NRC update conducted?

West Bengal Assam Meghalaya Tripura
Q20. The National Policy for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship 2015, which provides the overarching framework for Skill India Mission, emphasizes a multi-stakeholder approach. Which of the following entities is LEAST likely to be a direct implementation partner for the mission at the ground level?

Sector Skill Councils (SSCs) Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) Gram Panchayats Private Training Providers (PTPs)

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