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 #481
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The 'First War of Indian Independence' (1857) started from:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The revolt began at Meerut on 10 May 1857 when sepoys turned against British officers.
The revolt began at Meerut on 10 May 1857 when sepoys turned against British officers.
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Question #482
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Who was the leader of the 'Indigo Revolt' (1859-60)?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Indigo Revolt in Bengal was led by Digambar Biswas and Bishnu Charan Biswas.
The Indigo Revolt in Bengal was led by Digambar Biswas and Bishnu Charan Biswas.
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Question #483
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The 'Indian National Army' was officially formed in:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Mohan Singh formed the first INA in 1942. Subhas Chandra Bose revived it in 1943.
Mohan Singh formed the first INA in 1942. Subhas Chandra Bose revived it in 1943.
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Question #484
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Who introduced the 'Ryotwari System' in Madras Presidency?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Sir Thomas Munro introduced the Ryotwari system; Alexander Read first experimented with it, but Munro implemented it widely.
Sir Thomas Munro introduced the Ryotwari system; Alexander Read first experimented with it, but Munro implemented it widely.
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Question #485
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The 'Prarthana Samaj' was established in:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Prarthana Samaj was founded in Bombay in 1867 by Atmaram Pandurang.
Prarthana Samaj was founded in Bombay in 1867 by Atmaram Pandurang.
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Question #486
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The 'First Round Table Conference' was held in:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The First Round Table Conference was held from November 1930 to January 1931, without the INC.
The First Round Table Conference was held from November 1930 to January 1931, without the INC.
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Question #487
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The 'Dawn' newspaper was started by:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Dawn newspaper was founded by Jinnah in 1941 to promote the Muslim League's cause.
The Dawn newspaper was founded by Jinnah in 1941 to promote the Muslim League's cause.
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Question #488
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Who was the first Indian to be appointed as the Governor of a state after independence? (non-ICS)
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Sarojini Naidu became the first woman Governor of an Indian state (United Provinces) in 1947.
Sarojini Naidu became the first woman Governor of an Indian state (United Provinces) in 1947.
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Question #489
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The 'Students Islamic Movement of India' is a modern group, but the 'Islamic Students Union' was formed earlier by:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Maulana Mohammad Ali was a key figure in the Khilafat movement and formed student organisations.
Maulana Mohammad Ali was a key figure in the Khilafat movement and formed student organisations.
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Question #490
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The 'Theosophical Society' was founded by:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Theosophical Society was founded in New York in 1875 by Madame H.P. Blavatsky and Colonel H.S. Olcott.
The Theosophical Society was founded in New York in 1875 by Madame H.P. Blavatsky and Colonel H.S. Olcott.
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Question #491
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Who was the last Governor-General of India before C. Rajagopalachari?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Lord Mountbatten was the last British Governor-General, succeeded by Rajagopalachari as the first Indian.
Lord Mountbatten was the last British Governor-General, succeeded by Rajagopalachari as the first Indian.
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Question #492
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The 'Permanent Settlement' was also known as:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Permanent Settlement created zamindars as owners of land, hence known as the Zamindari system.
The Permanent Settlement created zamindars as owners of land, hence known as the Zamindari system.
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Question #493
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The 'Indigo Commission' (1860) was set up after the:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Indigo Commission was appointed in 1860 to investigate the grievances of indigo cultivators in Bengal.
The Indigo Commission was appointed in 1860 to investigate the grievances of indigo cultivators in Bengal.
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Question #494
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Who was the first Indian to be the 'Lord Chief Justice of England'?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
No Indian has ever been the Lord Chief Justice of England. Lord Sinha was a Law Lord.
No Indian has ever been the Lord Chief Justice of England. Lord Sinha was a Law Lord.
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Question #495
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The 'Third Battle of Panipat' was fought in:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Third Battle of Panipat was fought on 14 January 1761 between the Marathas and Ahmad Shah Abdali.
The Third Battle of Panipat was fought on 14 January 1761 between the Marathas and Ahmad Shah Abdali.
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Question #496
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Who was the founder of the 'Radical Democratic Party'?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
M.N. Roy founded the Radical Democratic Party in 1940, advocating radical humanism.
M.N. Roy founded the Radical Democratic Party in 1940, advocating radical humanism.
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Question #497
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The 'Aga Khan Palace' is located in:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Aga Khan Palace in Pune served as a prison for Gandhi and his wife during the Quit India Movement.
The Aga Khan Palace in Pune served as a prison for Gandhi and his wife during the Quit India Movement.
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Question #498
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The 'Munda Ulgulan' is associated with:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Munda Ulgulan (rebellion) was led by Birsa Munda in 1899-1900 in the Chotanagpur region.
The Munda Ulgulan (rebellion) was led by Birsa Munda in 1899-1900 in the Chotanagpur region.
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Question #499
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The 'Indian Councils Act 1861' introduced the portfolio system under:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Lord Canning introduced the portfolio system through the Indian Councils Act 1861.
Lord Canning introduced the portfolio system through the Indian Councils Act 1861.
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Question #500
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The 'Khilafat Movement' was launched to protest against:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The Khilafat Movement (1919-1924) was started to defend the Ottoman Caliphate after World War I.
The Khilafat Movement (1919-1924) was started to defend the Ottoman Caliphate after World War I.
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