History – Fill in the Blank – GK Questions

Kalhana wrote Rajatarangini in Sanskrit during the 12th century. It is considered one of the earliest historical chronicles in Indian literature, covering Kashmir's history from mythical times to his era. [[30]]

King Narasimhadeva I (1238-1264 CE) built the Konark Sun Temple in Odisha. Designed as a colossal chariot of the Sun God, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its intricate stone carvings. [[1]]

Rajaraja Chola I (985-1014 CE) built the magnificent Brihadeeswarar Temple at Thanjavur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing Dravidian architecture and Chola artistic excellence. [[30]]

Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism, attained Nirvana at Pavapuri (near Rajgir) in 527 BCE. The Jal Mandir temple now stands at this sacred site. [[1]]

The partition of Bengal (1905) sparked the Swadeshi Movement. Due to widespread protests, Lord Hardinge annulled the partition in 1911 and shifted the capital from Calcutta to Delhi. [[30]]

Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi led her forces against the British during the 1857 Revolt. She became a symbol of resistance and patriotism, famously declaring 'Main apni Jhansi nahi doongi' (I will not give up my Jhansi). [[1]]

The first successful cotton textile mill in India was established by Kawasji Davar in Bombay in 1854. It marked the beginning of modern industrialization in India under British rule. [[30]]

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]]

The Mahalwari System, introduced by Holt Mackenzie and modified by William Bentinck, collected revenue from village communities (mahals) in North-Western Provinces, Punjab, and parts of Central India. [[30]]

The Battle of Talikota (1565) between Vijayanagara and the Deccan Sultanates resulted in the destruction of Hampi and marked the beginning of the empire's decline. [[1]]

The First Buddhist Council was held at Rajagriha (modern Rajgir) under King Ajatashatru's patronage, presided by Mahakasyapa, to compile Buddha's teachings. [[30]]

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 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]]

Fundamental Duties (Part IVA, Article 51A) were added by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, inspired by the USSR Constitution. They emphasize citizens' responsibilities towards the nation. [[1]]

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]]

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]]

After the 1857 Revolt, the Government of India Act 1858 ended Company rule. Queen Victoria became sovereign, and a Secretary of State for India was appointed in London. [[1]]

The Ajmer Sharif Dargah in Rajasthan is one of India's most revered Sufi shrines. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti (1143-1236) introduced the Chishti order in India. [[1]]

Shah Jahan founded Shahjahanabad (Old Delhi) in 1639 and shifted the capital there. The Red Fort, Jama Masjid, and Chandni Chowk were built as part of this new capital. [[1]]

The Slave (Mamluk) Dynasty (1206-1290 CE) was the first of five dynasties of Delhi Sultanate. Its rulers were former slaves who rose to power through military merit. [[30]]