Modern History of India MCQs
Practice Modern History of India MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering the advent of Europeans, British rule in India, Governor-Generals and Viceroys, socio-religious reform movements, Revolt of 1857, Indian National Congress, freedom struggle, constitutional developments, important sessions, revolutionary movements, Gandhian era, partition of India and independence. These questions are designed for SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.
Question #321
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Who founded the depressed classes mission of India?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Maharshi Vitthal Ramji Shinde founded the mission in 1906 to work against untouchability.
Maharshi Vitthal Ramji Shinde founded the mission in 1906 to work against untouchability.
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Question #322
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The Tebhaga Movement occurred in which province?
Correct Answer: Option B
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The Tebhaga movement (1946) was a peasant uprising in Bengal demanding a two-thirds share of the harvest.
The Tebhaga movement (1946) was a peasant uprising in Bengal demanding a two-thirds share of the harvest.
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Question #323
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Who was the founder of the 'Servants of God' (Khudai Khidmatgar)?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan organized the non-violent volunteer force known as the Red Shirts.
Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan organized the non-violent volunteer force known as the Red Shirts.
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Question #324
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Who was the first Portuguese governor in India?
Correct Answer: Option B
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Francisco de Almeida was appointed the first Portuguese governor in India in 1505. Albuquerque succeeded him.
Francisco de Almeida was appointed the first Portuguese governor in India in 1505. Albuquerque succeeded him.
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Question #325
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Who introduced the Permanent Settlement in Bengal?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Lord Cornwallis introduced the Permanent Settlement in Bengal in 1793.
Lord Cornwallis introduced the Permanent Settlement in Bengal in 1793.
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Question #326
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The treaty of Purandhar (1776) was signed between the British and which Maratha leader?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Treaty of Purandhar (1776) was signed between the British and Raghunath Rao, ending the First Anglo-Maratha War temporarily.
The Treaty of Purandhar (1776) was signed between the British and Raghunath Rao, ending the First Anglo-Maratha War temporarily.
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Question #327
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Which Governor-General is associated with the Doctrine of Lapse?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Lord Dalhousie (1848-1856) implemented the Doctrine of Lapse, annexing states like Satara, Jhansi, and Nagpur.
Lord Dalhousie (1848-1856) implemented the Doctrine of Lapse, annexing states like Satara, Jhansi, and Nagpur.
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Question #328
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Who was the founder of the Sikh Empire?
Correct Answer: Option C
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Maharaja Ranjit Singh (1780-1839) founded the Sikh Empire in the Punjab, unifying the Misls.
Maharaja Ranjit Singh (1780-1839) founded the Sikh Empire in the Punjab, unifying the Misls.
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Question #329
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Which act ended the East India Company's rule in India?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Government of India Act 1858 transferred power from the East India Company to the British Crown.
The Government of India Act 1858 transferred power from the East India Company to the British Crown.
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Question #330
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Who gave the slogan 'Inquilab Zindabad'?
Correct Answer: Option C
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The slogan 'Inquilab Zindabad' was coined by Maulana Hasrat Mohani and later popularised by Bhagat Singh.
The slogan 'Inquilab Zindabad' was coined by Maulana Hasrat Mohani and later popularised by Bhagat Singh.
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Question #331
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The Treaty of Salbai (1782) ended which war?
Correct Answer: Option D
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The Treaty of Salbai ended the First Anglo-Maratha War (1775-1782) between the British and the Maratha Empire.
The Treaty of Salbai ended the First Anglo-Maratha War (1775-1782) between the British and the Maratha Empire.
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Question #332
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The Ilbert Bill controversy occurred during the tenure of:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Lord Ripon introduced the Ilbert Bill in 1883, which allowed Indian judges to try Europeans, causing strong opposition.
Lord Ripon introduced the Ilbert Bill in 1883, which allowed Indian judges to try Europeans, causing strong opposition.
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Question #333
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Who was the first Indian to become a member of the British Parliament?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Dadabhai Naoroji was the first Indian elected to the British House of Commons in 1892.
Dadabhai Naoroji was the first Indian elected to the British House of Commons in 1892.
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Question #334
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Who was the last Viceroy of British India?
Correct Answer: Option A
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Lord Louis Mountbatten was the last Viceroy of British India (1947) and the first Governor-General of independent India.
Lord Louis Mountbatten was the last Viceroy of British India (1947) and the first Governor-General of independent India.
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Question #335
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The Indian National Congress was founded in:
Correct Answer: Option A
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The INC was founded in 1885 by A.O. Hume, with its first session held in Bombay under W.C. Bonnerjee.
The INC was founded in 1885 by A.O. Hume, with its first session held in Bombay under W.C. Bonnerjee.
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Question #336
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Who was the leader of the Munda rebellion (1899-1900)?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Birsa Munda led the Munda Ulgulan against the British and Christian missionaries in 1899-1900.
Birsa Munda led the Munda Ulgulan against the British and Christian missionaries in 1899-1900.
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Question #337
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Which Mughal emperor assumed the title of 'Alamgir'?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Aurangzeb assumed the title 'Alamgir' (Conqueror of the World) after ascending the throne.
Aurangzeb assumed the title 'Alamgir' (Conqueror of the World) after ascending the throne.
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Question #338
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The 'Dual System of Government' in Bengal was introduced by:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Robert Clive introduced the Dual System (Diwani and Nizamat) in Bengal in 1765 after the Treaty of Allahabad.
Robert Clive introduced the Dual System (Diwani and Nizamat) in Bengal in 1765 after the Treaty of Allahabad.
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Question #339
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Who authored 'The Discovery of India'?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Jawaharlal Nehru wrote 'The Discovery of India' during his imprisonment at Ahmednagar Fort (1942-1946).
Jawaharlal Nehru wrote 'The Discovery of India' during his imprisonment at Ahmednagar Fort (1942-1946).
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Question #340
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The Partition of Bengal was annulled in:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Partition of Bengal, done in 1905 by Lord Curzon, was annulled in 1911 during the Delhi Durbar.
The Partition of Bengal, done in 1905 by Lord Curzon, was annulled in 1911 during the Delhi Durbar.
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