History – Easy Level – GK Questions

The Taj Mahal, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in Agra between 1632 and 1648 AD in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal, is the only one of the New Seven Wonders of the World located in India. It is made of white Makrana marble and is considered the finest example of Mughal architecture. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983.

The announcement ceremony for the New Seven Wonders of the World was held on 07/07/07 (7 July 2007) at Estádio da Luz (also called Benfica Stadium) in Lisbon, Portugal. The event was hosted by Hilary Swank, Bipasha Basu, and Ben Kingsley, with performances by Jennifer Lopez and José Carreras. Over 100 million votes were cast worldwide to determine the seven winners.

The Prime Minister explicitly stated that her life remains an exemplary model of good governance, patriotism, and cultural pride, with her unwavering commitment to public welfare being a defining characteristic.

The Indian Constitution is the longest written constitution globally, with 395 Articles and 12 Schedules originally (now over 470 Articles and 25 Parts after amendments). It draws from multiple global sources. [[30]]

Gandhi gave the 'Do or Die' slogan at the Bombay session of AICC on August 8, 1942, launching the Quit India Movement. It inspired mass participation despite immediate arrests of Congress leaders. [[30]]

On November 8, 2016, the Government of India announced demonetization of ₹500 and ₹1000 currency notes to curb black money, counterfeit currency, and promote digital transactions. [[30]]

The CAG of India is appointed by the President under Article 148 of the Constitution. The CAG audits government accounts and ensures financial accountability, acting as the guardian of public purse. [[1]]

The Taj Mahal (1632-1653) in Agra was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and symbol of India's architectural heritage. [[30]]

Dr. Homi Jehangir Bhabha (1909-1966) founded India's nuclear program, establishing TIFR and BARC. He envisioned peaceful uses of atomic energy and laid foundations for India's strategic capabilities. [[1]]

Major Dhyan Chand (1905-1979) was a legendary hockey player who led India to three Olympic golds (1928, 1932, 1936). His birthday (August 29) is celebrated as National Sports Day in India. [[30]]

Mother Teresa (1910-1997) received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 for her humanitarian work with the poor in Kolkata. She founded the Missionaries of Charity and became an Indian citizen. [[1]]

The 86th Amendment (2002) made education a Fundamental Right (Article 21A). The Right to Education Act came into force on April 1, 2010, ensuring free and compulsory education for children aged 6-14. [[1]]

The Constitution of India was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949, and came into force on January 26, 1950. November 26 is celebrated as Constitution Day (Samvidhan Divas). [[1]]

The Indian National Army was first formed in 1942 under Mohan Singh with Japanese support. Subhash Chandra Bose reorganized it in 1943 as the Azad Hind Fauj to fight for India's independence. [[1]]

Part III of the Indian Constitution (Fundamental Rights) was inspired by the US Bill of Rights. However, the Indian version includes socioeconomic rights and allows reasonable restrictions for public order. [[1]]

The First Five-Year Plan (1951-56) prioritized agriculture, irrigation, and power to address food shortages and stabilize the economy. It was based on the Harrod-Domar growth model. [[30]]

India's first nuclear test 'Smiling Buddha' was in 1974. The second series 'Pokhran-II' in 1998 declared India a nuclear weapon state, leading to international sanctions later eased. [[1]]

India House (1905-1910) in London, founded by Shyamji Krishna Varma, became a hub for Indian revolutionaries like Vinayak Damodar Savarkar and Madan Lal Dhingra, promoting armed resistance against British rule. [[30]]