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Hyderabad was integrated into India through 'Operation Polo' in 1948.
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Answer: True
Operation Polo (September 1948) was the police action by which Indian forces integrated Hyderabad into the Indian Union. The Nizam surrendered, ending his rule and the Razakar militia's violence. [[1]]
The 'Vellore Mutiny' (1806) preceded the Revolt of 1857 as an early sepoy uprising.
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Answer: True
The Vellore Mutiny (July 1806) was an early sepoy uprising against British interference in religious customs. Though suppressed, it foreshadowed the larger 1857 Revolt. [[1]]
The 'Pabna Peasant Uprising' (1873) occurred in Bengal.
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Answer: True
The Pabna Peasant Uprising (1873) in Bengal was against zamindars who increased rents and evicted tenants. Peasants formed agrarian leagues and used legal methods to resist exploitation. [[30]]
The Ahom kingdom successfully resisted Mughal expansion for over a century.
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Answer: True
The Ahom kingdom of Assam resisted Mughal invasions for over a century, notably defeating them at the Battle of Saraighat (1671). They maintained independence until British conquest in 1826. [[30]]
Krishnadevaraya of Vijayanagara wrote 'Amuktamalyada' in Telugu.
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Answer: True
Krishnadevaraya (1509-1529) composed 'Amuktamalyada' in Telugu, a poetic work on the life of Andal. He was a great patron of literature in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Sanskrit. [[1]]
The Pallavas and Chalukyas were frequent rivals in South India.
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Answer: True
The Pallavas (Kanchipuram) and Chalukyas (Badami) fought numerous wars between the 6th-8th centuries CE for dominance in the Deccan. Their conflict shaped South Indian political history and temple architecture. [[1]]
The Vakataka dynasty was a contemporary of the Guptas in the Deccan region.
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Answer: True
The Vakatakas (c. 250-500 CE) ruled the Deccan concurrently with the Guptas in North India. They patronized art and architecture, including the Ajanta Caves, and had matrimonial alliances with the Guptas. [[30]]
The 'Chhau' dance is a semi-classical tribal dance from Eastern India.
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Answer: True
Chhau dance, from Odisha, Jharkhand, and West Bengal, blends martial arts, folk traditions, and classical elements. It uses masks and depicts episodes from epics, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage. [[30]]
The 'Madhubani' painting style originates from the Mithila region of Bihar.
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Answer: True
Madhubani (Mithila) painting from Bihar uses natural colors and depicts mythology, nature, and social events. Traditionally done by women on walls and floors, it is now recognized globally as a folk art. [[1]]
The 'Vietnam War' ended with the fall of Saigon in 1975 and the reunification of Vietnam.
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Answer: True
The Vietnam War ended with the fall of Saigon (April 30, 1975) to North Vietnamese forces. Vietnam was reunified in 1976 as the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, marking a significant Cold War outcome. [[1]]
India gained independence from British rule on August 15, 1947.
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Answer: True
India became independent on August 15, 1947, ending nearly 200 years of British colonial rule. The transfer of power was accompanied by Partition, creating the dominions of India and Pakistan. [[30]]
The 'Zij-i-Muhammadi' was an astronomical table compiled in medieval India under Islamic patronage.
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Answer: True
Zij-i-Muhammadi and other astronomical tables were compiled in medieval India, blending Indian, Persian, and Greek knowledge. They facilitated accurate calendar calculations and navigation. [[30]]
The 'Delhi Iron Pillar' is notable for its rust-resistant composition.
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Answer: True
The Delhi Iron Pillar (c. 4th-5th century CE) has resisted rusting for over 1,600 years due to its high phosphorus content and protective passive film. It showcases ancient Indian metallurgical expertise. [[1]]
The 'Nationalization of Banks' in India occurred in two phases: 1969 and 1980.
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Answer: True
Indira Gandhi nationalized 14 major banks in 1969 and 6 more in 1980. This aimed to extend banking to rural areas, support agriculture, and reduce concentration of economic power. [[1]]
India's economic liberalization began in 1991 under Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao.
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Answer: True
The 1991 economic reforms, led by Finance Minister Manmohan Singh under PM P.V. Narasimha Rao, liberalized trade, reduced licenses, and opened India to foreign investment, transforming the economy. [[30]]
The 'Gurkha' soldiers were recruited by the British after the Anglo-Nepalese War (1814-16).
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Answer: True
After the Anglo-Nepalese War, the British were impressed by Gurkha bravery and began recruiting them into the British Indian Army. Gurkhas continue to serve in the Indian and British armies with distinction. [[30]]
Bhutan was never colonized by the British but signed a treaty of friendship with India after independence.
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Answer: True
Bhutan maintained independence during British rule, though it signed the Treaty of Punakha (1910) accepting British guidance in external affairs. Post-1947, it signed a Treaty of Friendship with India (1949, revised 2007). [[1]]
The Ramayana and Mahabharata are widely known and performed in traditional arts across Southeast Asia.
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Answer: True
The Ramayana and Mahabharata are integral to Southeast Asian cultures, adapted in local languages and performance arts like Wayang Kulit (Indonesia), Khon (Thailand), and Ramakien (Cambodia). [[1]]
The Angkor Wat temple in Cambodia was originally dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
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Answer: True
Angkor Wat (12th century), built by Suryavarman II, was originally a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu. It later became a Buddhist temple and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and symbol of Cambodia. [[30]]
India was a founding member of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) in 1985.
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Answer: True
SAARC was founded in 1985 with seven members: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, and Maldives. Afghanistan joined later in 2007. SAARC aims to promote regional cooperation in South Asia. [[30]]