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 #361
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The 'Young Bengal Movement' was led by:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Henry Vivian Derozio, a teacher at Hindu College, led the Young Bengal Movement promoting radical thinking.
Henry Vivian Derozio, a teacher at Hindu College, led the Young Bengal Movement promoting radical thinking.
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Question #362
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The 'All India Kisan Sabha' was founded in:
Correct Answer: Option B
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The All India Kisan Sabha was founded in Lucknow in 1936, with Swami Sahajanand Saraswati as its first president.
The All India Kisan Sabha was founded in Lucknow in 1936, with Swami Sahajanand Saraswati as its first president.
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Question #363
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Which British officer was responsible for the annexation of Awadh?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Lord Dalhousie annexed Awadh in 1856 on grounds of misgovernment, prior to the 1857 revolt.
Lord Dalhousie annexed Awadh in 1856 on grounds of misgovernment, prior to the 1857 revolt.
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Question #364
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The 'Dandi March' is also known as:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Dandi March is popularly known as the Salt Satyagraha, breaking the salt law on 6 April 1930.
The Dandi March is popularly known as the Salt Satyagraha, breaking the salt law on 6 April 1930.
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Question #365
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Who among the following was known as the 'Lion of Punjab'?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Lala Lajpat Rai was called the 'Lion of Punjab' and was a key leader of the Lal-Bal-Pal trio.
Lala Lajpat Rai was called the 'Lion of Punjab' and was a key leader of the Lal-Bal-Pal trio.
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Question #366
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Who founded the 'Muslim League'?
Correct Answer: Option D
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The All India Muslim League was founded in 1906 by the Aga Khan III and Nawab Salimullah of Dhaka.
The All India Muslim League was founded in 1906 by the Aga Khan III and Nawab Salimullah of Dhaka.
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Question #367
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The 'Ghadar Party' was formed in which country?
Correct Answer: Option A
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The Ghadar Party was formed in 1913 by Indian immigrants in San Francisco, USA, to overthrow British rule.
The Ghadar Party was formed in 1913 by Indian immigrants in San Francisco, USA, to overthrow British rule.
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Question #368
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The 'Poorna Swaraj' resolution was passed on:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Purna Swaraj resolution was passed on 31 December 1929 at the Lahore Session, and 26 January 1930 was celebrated as Independence Day.
The Purna Swaraj resolution was passed on 31 December 1929 at the Lahore Session, and 26 January 1930 was celebrated as Independence Day.
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Question #369
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Who was the first Governor-General of Bengal?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Warren Hastings became the first Governor-General of Bengal in 1773 under the Regulating Act.
Warren Hastings became the first Governor-General of Bengal in 1773 under the Regulating Act.
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Question #370
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The 'Indian Independence Act' received royal assent on:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Indian Independence Act was passed on 18 July 1947, granting independence to India and Pakistan.
The Indian Independence Act was passed on 18 July 1947, granting independence to India and Pakistan.
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Question #371
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Which Mughal ruler built the 'Buland Darwaza'?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Akbar built the Buland Darwaza at Fatehpur Sikri to commemorate his victory over Gujarat.
Akbar built the Buland Darwaza at Fatehpur Sikri to commemorate his victory over Gujarat.
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Question #372
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Who was the last Mughal emperor?
Correct Answer: Option A
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Bahadur Shah Zafar (1837-1857) was the last Mughal emperor, exiled to Rangoon after the 1857 revolt.
Bahadur Shah Zafar (1837-1857) was the last Mughal emperor, exiled to Rangoon after the 1857 revolt.
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Question #373
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The 'Noakhali riots' occurred in the year:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Noakhali riots took place in October 1946 in Bengal, with widespread communal violence.
The Noakhali riots took place in October 1946 in Bengal, with widespread communal violence.
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Question #374
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The 'Wood's Despatch' (1854) is associated with:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Wood's Despatch of 1854 is known as the 'Magna Carta of English Education in India'.
The Wood's Despatch of 1854 is known as the 'Magna Carta of English Education in India'.
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Question #375
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Who was the founder of the 'Indian National Army' (Azad Hind Fauj)?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Mohan Singh founded the first Indian National Army in 1942. Subhas Chandra Bose later reorganised and led it.
Mohan Singh founded the first Indian National Army in 1942. Subhas Chandra Bose later reorganised and led it.
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Question #376
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Who drafted the 'Objective Resolution'?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Jawaharlal Nehru introduced the Objective Resolution on 13 December 1946, outlining the constitution's philosophy.
Jawaharlal Nehru introduced the Objective Resolution on 13 December 1946, outlining the constitution's philosophy.
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Question #377
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The 'Kheda Satyagraha' (1918) was related to:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Kheda Satyagraha was led by Gandhi in Gujarat to secure remission of revenue due to famine.
Kheda Satyagraha was led by Gandhi in Gujarat to secure remission of revenue due to famine.
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Question #378
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Which session of the INC was presided over by Dadabhai Naoroji?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Dadabhai Naoroji presided over the Calcutta session in 1906, where the resolution for Swaraj was first passed.
Dadabhai Naoroji presided over the Calcutta session in 1906, where the resolution for Swaraj was first passed.
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Question #379
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The 'Vellore Mutiny' took place in:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Vellore Mutiny of 1806 was an early sepoy uprising against the British, triggered by uniform regulations.
The Vellore Mutiny of 1806 was an early sepoy uprising against the British, triggered by uniform regulations.
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Question #380
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Who was the British Prime Minister during the Cabinet Mission Plan?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Clement Attlee was the British PM who sent the Cabinet Mission to India in 1946.
Clement Attlee was the British PM who sent the Cabinet Mission to India in 1946.
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