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 #401
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The 'Non-Cooperation Movement' was launched in:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Non-Cooperation Movement was launched by Gandhi in August 1920, after the Khilafat and Rowlatt issues.
The Non-Cooperation Movement was launched by Gandhi in August 1920, after the Khilafat and Rowlatt issues.
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Question #402
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Who wrote the book 'India Wins Freedom'?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad authored 'India Wins Freedom', an autobiographical account of India's independence.
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad authored 'India Wins Freedom', an autobiographical account of India's independence.
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Question #403
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The 'Delhi Durbar' of 1911 was held to commemorate:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Delhi Durbar of 1911 was held to mark the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary.
The Delhi Durbar of 1911 was held to mark the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary.
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Question #404
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Who was the Viceroy when the 'Quit India Movement' started?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Lord Linlithgow was the Viceroy of India during the Quit India Movement (1942).
Lord Linlithgow was the Viceroy of India during the Quit India Movement (1942).
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Question #405
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The 'Regulating Act of 1773' was passed to regulate the affairs of:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Regulating Act was the first British law to regulate the East India Company's governance in India.
The Regulating Act was the first British law to regulate the East India Company's governance in India.
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Question #406
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Who was the founder of the 'Razakar' movement in Hyderabad?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Razakars were a paramilitary volunteer group founded by Qasim Razvi supporting the Nizam against integration.
The Razakars were a paramilitary volunteer group founded by Qasim Razvi supporting the Nizam against integration.
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Question #407
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The 'Hindu Widows Remarriage Act' was passed in:
Correct Answer: Option A
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The Hindu Widows' Remarriage Act was enacted in 1856, largely due to the efforts of Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar.
The Hindu Widows' Remarriage Act was enacted in 1856, largely due to the efforts of Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar.
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Question #408
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Who was the first Indian to pass the Indian Civil Services (ICS) exam?
Correct Answer: Option C
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Satyendranath Tagore, the elder brother of Rabindranath Tagore, became the first Indian ICS officer in 1864.
Satyendranath Tagore, the elder brother of Rabindranath Tagore, became the first Indian ICS officer in 1864.
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Question #409
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The 'Sharda Act' of 1929 is related to:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Sharda Act (Child Marriage Restraint Act) of 1929 raised the marriageable age to 14 for girls and 18 for boys.
The Sharda Act (Child Marriage Restraint Act) of 1929 raised the marriageable age to 14 for girls and 18 for boys.
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Question #410
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The 'Shimla Conference' of 1945 was called by:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Lord Wavell convened the Simla Conference in June 1945 to discuss the Wavell Plan for Indian self-government.
Lord Wavell convened the Simla Conference in June 1945 to discuss the Wavell Plan for Indian self-government.
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Question #411
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Who designed the 'National Flag of India' adopted in 1947?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Pingali Venkayya designed the initial Indian national flag; the final version was adopted with modifications.
Pingali Venkayya designed the initial Indian national flag; the final version was adopted with modifications.
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Question #412
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The 'Battle of Wandiwash' was fought between the British and:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Battle of Wandiwash (1760) was a decisive battle in the Third Carnatic War between the British and the French.
The Battle of Wandiwash (1760) was a decisive battle in the Third Carnatic War between the British and the French.
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Question #413
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Who was the first Indian to be appointed as a judge of the Madras High Court?
Correct Answer: Option D
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Sir T. Muthuswamy Iyer became the first Indian judge of the Madras High Court in 1878.
Sir T. Muthuswamy Iyer became the first Indian judge of the Madras High Court in 1878.
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Question #414
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The 'Bardoli Satyagraha' (1928) was led by:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel led the Bardoli Satyagraha against a 30% increase in land revenue, earning the title 'Sardar'.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel led the Bardoli Satyagraha against a 30% increase in land revenue, earning the title 'Sardar'.
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Question #415
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The 'Arya Mahila Samaj' was founded by:
Correct Answer: Option C
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Pandita Ramabai founded the Arya Mahila Samaj in 1882 to promote women's education and empowerment.
Pandita Ramabai founded the Arya Mahila Samaj in 1882 to promote women's education and empowerment.
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Question #416
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The 'Royal Indian Navy Mutiny' took place in:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The RIN Mutiny started on 18 February 1946 in Bombay and spread, marking a significant anti-British uprising.
The RIN Mutiny started on 18 February 1946 in Bombay and spread, marking a significant anti-British uprising.
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Question #417
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Who wrote 'The History of British India'?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
James Mill wrote 'The History of British India' in 1817, offering a critical view of Indian civilisation.
James Mill wrote 'The History of British India' in 1817, offering a critical view of Indian civilisation.
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Question #418
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The 'Rowlatt Committee' was associated with:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Rowlatt Committee recommended laws to curb revolutionary and seditious activities, leading to the Rowlatt Act 1919.
The Rowlatt Committee recommended laws to curb revolutionary and seditious activities, leading to the Rowlatt Act 1919.
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Question #419
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Who represented the Hindus at the Second Round Table Conference?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Madan Mohan Malaviya represented the Hindus at the Second Round Table Conference, though Gandhi attended for the INC.
Madan Mohan Malaviya represented the Hindus at the Second Round Table Conference, though Gandhi attended for the INC.
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Question #420
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The 'Ilo Commission' was associated with:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Whitley Commission (Royal Commission on Labour) was appointed in 1929, known in India as the ILO Commission.
The Whitley Commission (Royal Commission on Labour) was appointed in 1929, known in India as the ILO Commission.
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