12th June Static Quiz (History)

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2. 1. Question

   Which of the following could be the possible implications of the Battle of Plassey?

   1. It resulted in the victory of East India Company (EIC) leading greater powers to extract revenue and its consolidation of its presence in Bengal.
   2. It resulted in the EIC gaining greater military might which allowed them to push other European colonial powers away from Bengal.

   Which of the above is/are correct?

   •  a) 1 only
   •  b) 2 only
   •  c) Both
   •  d) None

3. 2. Question

   Consider the following statements with reference to Theosophical Society.

   1. It was founded in Calcutta by Bhikaji Cama.
   2. Main aim was to promote the study of ancient religions and philosophies.
   3. Central Hindu School was chosen as the parent organization that acted as a catalyst for the growth of this society.

   Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

   •  a) 1 only
   •  b) 1, 2
   •  c) 2, 3
   •  d) 1, 3

4. 3. Question

   Unani system of medicine was introduced to India

   •  a) In the later Vedic period
   •  b) During the reign of Mauryas
   •  c) During the rule of the Kushanas and Indo Greeks
   •  d) With the establishment of Delhi Sultanate

5. 4. Question

   Consider the following statements:

   1. They developed Vesara style of architecture.
   2. Their structural temples exist at Aihole, Badami and Pattadakal.
   3. Their administration was highly centralized.

   The above most accurately refer to?

   •  a) Cholas
   •  b) Chalukyas
   •  c) Cheras
   •  d) Pandyas

6. 5. Question

   The amaram lands in the Vijayanagar Empire were

   •  a) State forest Reserves
   •  b) Land granted to army officers
   •  c) Donations made to the temple sites
   •  d) Lands dedicated for industries

7. 1. 6. Question

      Whitley Commission established in British India was mandated to report on

      •  a) Financial reforms needed in British administration
      •  b) Police and military reforms needed in the wake of the 1857 mutiny
      •  c) Trade and commerce within the princely states
      •  d) Existing conditions of labour and to make recommendations

   2. 7. Question

      Consider the following outcomes of Jallianwala Bagh Tragedy.

      1. Rabindranath Tagore returned the Kaiser-i-Hind medal.
      2. Disorders Inquiry Committee was set up to investigate the Jallianwala Bagh Tragedy.
      3. In 1922, the Rowlett Act was repealed by the British.

      Which of the above statements is/are correct?

      •  a) 1, 2
      •  b) 1, 3
      •  c) 2, 3
      •  d) 1, 2, 3

   3. 8. Question

      Consider the following statements about Quit India Movement.

      1. Quit India Movement was a corollary of the failure of the Cabinet Mission Plan.
      2. The first half of the movement was peaceful with demonstrations and processions.
      3. A significant feature of the Quit India Movement was the emergence of what came to be known as parallel governments in some parts of the country.

      Which of the above statements is/are correct?

      •  a) 1, 2
      •  b) 1, 3
      •  c) 2, 3
      •  d) 1, 2, 3

   4. 9. Question

      During the Mughal period of Indian history, the term Parwana refer to

      •  a) order of a member of the royal family
      •  b) proceedings of the provincial court.
      •  c) orders issued by higher authorities.
      •  d) order of the emperor.

   5. 10. Question

      The inscriptions of the Cholas mention various kinds of taxes. Which of these is the most frequently mentioned tax in these inscriptions?

      •  a) Ladamol
      •  b) Vetti
      •  c) Surnam
      •  d) Rumolna