Modern Indian History & Freedom Struggle Questions (MCQs)
Multiple choice questions on Modern Indian History & Freedom Struggle for General Studies and GK preparation of SSC, NDA, CDS, UPSC, UPPSC and State PSC Examinations.
41. Which of the following is/are the main objective of the Jury system of Bengal which was introduced in 1832?
[A] To assist the European judges by respectable Indians
[B] To provide the power of transferring a case to a Panchayat
[C] To appoint Indians to help European judges when necessary
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: D [All of the above]
Notes:
The Jury system of Bengal was introduced in the year 1832, during the reign of William Bentinck. The objectives of the system were to assist the European judges by respectable Indians, providing the power of transferring a case to a Panchayat and also empowering the Indians to investigate, to appoint Indians to help European judges when necessary.
42. The Tripartite Treaty between Shah Shuja, Ranjit Singh and the British was signed in which year?
[A] 1820
[B] 1825
[C] 1835
[D] 1838
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Correct Answer: D [1838]
Notes:
The Tripartite Treaty was signed in the year 1838. The main purpose of signing this treaty was to become united in tough times. Ranjit Singh did not agree to sign this treaty at first as he realized he will become a dependent ally of the British in Kabul.
43. Which of the following types of charges was/ were included in the income source of Wajuhat-i-Moqarari during the reign of Ranjit Singh?
[A] Profits of Justice
[B] Stamp duties
[C] Both of them
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Both of them]
Notes:
Wajuhat-i-Moqarari was charged in many ways like during the time of grievance redressal, fines for committing a criminal offense and even for the petitions addressed by people.
44. The annexation of Berar by Lord Dalhousie took place in which year?
[A] 1853
[B] 1856
[C] 1857
[D] 1860
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Correct Answer: A [1853]
Notes:
The annexation of Berar took place in the year 1853. The Nizam of Berar failed to pay the money which was charged for the contingent forces to the British. That is why Berar was annexed by signing a treaty with the Nizam.
45. When the annexation of Oudh took place by the Doctrine of Lapse?
[A] 1849
[B] 1850
[C] 1852
[D] 1856
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Correct Answer: D [1856]
Notes:
Oudh previously signed the policy of Subsidiary alliance of Lord Wellesley in the year 1801. After that, the responsibility of Oudh was under the supervision of the British. In the year 1856, Lord Dalhousie annexed Oudh by giving the plea of maladministration.
46. Who of the following was the main leader of the great revolt of 1857?
[A] Khan Bahadur Khan
[B] Bahadur Shah Zafar
[C] Tatya Tope
[D] Laxmi Bai
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Correct Answer: B [Bahadur Shah Zafar]
Notes:
Last Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II was appointed the leader of the great revolt of 1857 as he has a neutral view on religion. He was declared the Emperor of India.
47. First Famine code was formulated in which year?
[A] 1881
[B] 1883
[C] 1885
[D] 1889
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Correct Answer: B [1883]
Notes:
The first famine code was formulated in the year 1883 by the British Commission during the viceroyship of Lord Ripon. It was actually precautionary measures and necessary instructions to be followed during a Famine.
48. The Armies of the Indian States was renamed as the Imperial Service Troops during tenure of which of the following Viceroys?
[A] Lord Ripon
[B] Lord Elgin
[C] Lord Curzon
[D] Lord Lansdowne
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Correct Answer: D [Lord Lansdowne]
Notes:
During the viceroyship of Lord Lansdowne Indian Council Act of 1892 passed. New Factory Law of 1891 passed, which modified the old law which was passed during the time of Lord Ripon. The Armies of the Indian States was renamed as the Imperial Service Troops. The downfall of the Indian economy was noticed due to the devaluation of Silver.
49. The Indian Universities Act was passed in which year?
[A] 1899
[B] 1902
[C] 1904
[D] 1907
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Correct Answer: C [1904]
Notes:
The Indian Universities Act was passed in the year 1904 during the time of Lord Curzon. It was established by the recommendation of Releigh Commission.
50. Which among the following events took place during the viceroyship of Lord Willingdon?
1. Indian Military Academy was established in Dehradun
2. Poona Pact was signed
3. Third Round Table Conference held
4. Government of India Act passed
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 2 & 3
[B] 1, 2 & 4
[C] 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Indian Military Academy was established in Dehradun in the year 1932. Poona Pact was signed between Ambedkar and Mahatma Gandhi on 24th September 1932. Third Round Table Conference held in 1932. Government of India Act passed in the year 1935.
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