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The Child Marriage Restraint Act (Sarda Act) was passed in 1929.
- True
- False
Answer: True
The Child Marriage Restraint Act (Sarda Act) of 1929 set the minimum age of marriage at 14 for girls and 18 for boys. It was a significant step against child marriage in colonial India. [[1]]
The practice of Sati was abolished by Lord ______ in 1829.
- Narasimhadeva I
- Kalhana
- William Bentinck
- Tipu Shah
Answer: William Bentinck
Lord William Bentinck, with support from Raja Ram Mohan Roy, abolished Sati through Regulation XVII of 1829, prohibiting the immolation of widows on their husbands' funeral pyres. [[1]]
Who founded the Arya Samaj in 1875?
- Swami Vivekananda
- Dayanand Saraswati
- Raja Ram Mohan Roy
- Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
Answer: Dayanand Saraswati
Swami Dayanand Saraswati founded Arya Samaj in Bombay in 1875. It promoted Vedic values, opposed idol worship, caste discrimination, and advocated for women's education and widow remarriage. [[1]]
The Ryotwari System was implemented primarily in South India.
- True
- False
Answer: True
The Ryotwari System, introduced by Thomas Munro in Madras Presidency, allowed peasants (ryots) to pay revenue directly to the government, bypassing intermediaries. It was also used in Bombay and Assam. [[1]]
Rana Pratap fought against Akbar in the Battle of Haldighati (1576).
- True
- False
Answer: True
Maharana Pratap of Mewar fought the Battle of Haldighati against Akbar's forces led by Man Singh in 1576. Though tactically inconclusive, Pratap continued guerrilla warfare to defend Mewar's independence. [[1]]
Krishnadevaraya was the greatest ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Krishnadevaraya (1509-1529) was the most prominent Vijayanagara ruler. He expanded the empire, patronized arts and literature, and maintained friendly relations with Portuguese traders. [[30]]
Panini wrote the Ashtadhyayi, a foundational text on Sanskrit grammar.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Panini's Ashtadhyayi (c. 4th century BCE) is a comprehensive treatise on Sanskrit grammar with nearly 4,000 rules. It is considered one of the greatest intellectual achievements of ancient India. [[1]]
The French Revolution began in 1789.
- True
- False
Answer: True
The French Revolution began in 1789 with the storming of the Bastille. It overthrew the monarchy, established a republic, and promoted ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity. [[1]]
World War I ended with the Treaty of ______ in 1919.
- Amritsar
- Pavapuri
- Versailles
- Raigad
Answer: Versailles
The Treaty of Versailles (June 28, 1919) formally ended World War I. It imposed heavy reparations and territorial losses on Germany, contributing to the rise of Nazism and WWII. [[1]]
The Renaissance began in which country?
- France
- England
- Italy
- Germany
Answer: Italy
The Renaissance originated in 14th-century Italy (Florence), marking a revival of art, literature, science, and humanism. It later spread across Europe, influencing global culture. [[1]]
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the President of the Constituent Assembly.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected President of the Constituent Assembly on December 11, 1946. He later became the first President of independent India (1950-1962). [[30]]
How many schedules were there in the original Constitution of India?
- 6
- 8
- 10
- 12
Answer: 8
The original Constitution (1950) had 8 schedules. Currently, there are 12 schedules after amendments. Schedules deal with administrative details like states, languages, and tribal areas. [[1]]
The Indian Constitution came into effect on ______.
- January 26, 1950
- January 30, 1948
- November 26, 1949
- March 12, 1930
Answer: January 26, 1950
The Constitution of India came into force on January 26, 1950, making India a sovereign democratic republic. This date was chosen to commemorate the 1930 Purna Swaraj declaration. [[1]]
The Government of India Act 1935 provided for the establishment of a Federal Court in India.
- True
- False
Answer: True
The Government of India Act 1935 established a Federal Court at Delhi (inaugurated in 1937) to adjudicate disputes between provinces and federal units. It was the precursor to the Supreme Court of India. [[1]]
Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution?
- Jawaharlal Nehru
- Sardar Patel
- R. Ambedkar
- Rajendra Prasad
Answer: B.R. Ambedkar
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar chaired the Drafting Committee. The Constitution was adopted on November 26, 1949, and came into force on January 26, 1950. [[1]]
The Partition of Bengal was announced by Lord Curzon in 1905.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Lord Curzon partitioned Bengal in 1905 on administrative grounds, but it was widely seen as a 'divide and rule' policy. It sparked the Swadeshi Movement and was annulled in 1911. [[30]]
The Rowlatt Act was passed in the year ______.
- 1919
- 1856
- 1945
- 1930
Answer: 1919
The Rowlatt Act (1919) allowed detention without trial for up to two years. Gandhi launched the Rowlatt Satyagraha against it, which led to the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. [[30]]
The Quit India Movement was launched in August 1942.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Gandhi launched the Quit India Movement on August 8, 1942, with the slogan 'Do or Die'. Most Congress leaders were arrested immediately, but the movement continued through underground activities. [[1]]
The ______ Session of the Indian National Congress (1929) demanded Purna Swaraj.
- Paris
- Rajagriha
- Lahore
- Bengal
Answer: Lahore
Under Jawaharlal Nehru's presidency, the Congress passed the Purna Swaraj (Complete Independence) resolution at the Lahore Session on December 31, 1929. January 26, 1930 was celebrated as Independence Day. [[1]]
Who gave the slogan 'Swaraj is my birthright and I shall have it'?
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Bal Gangadhar Tilak
- Subhash Chandra Bose
- Bhagat Singh
Answer: Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Bal Gangadhar Tilak popularized the slogan during the Home Rule Movement. He advocated for self-rule and mobilized masses through newspapers like Kesari and Maratha. [[1]]