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The concept of Ahimsa (non-violence) was central to both Buddhism and Jainism.
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Answer: True
Ahimsa is a core principle in both Buddhism and Jainism. Jainism emphasizes it more strictly, advocating non-violence in thought, word, and deed towards all living beings. [[30]]
Panini wrote the Ashtadhyayi, a foundational text on Sanskrit grammar.
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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.
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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]]
The Industrial Revolution started in England in the 18th century.
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Answer: True
The Industrial Revolution began in Britain around 1760 with mechanization of textiles, steam power, and the factory system. It transformed economies and societies globally. [[30]]
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the President of the Constituent Assembly.
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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]]
The Preamble of the Indian Constitution was amended by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976.
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Answer: True
The 42nd Amendment added the words 'Socialist', 'Secular', and 'Integrity' to the Preamble. It also emphasized the unity and integrity of the nation during the Emergency period. [[30]]
The Government of India Act 1935 provided for the establishment of a Federal Court in India.
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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]]
The Constituent Assembly took exactly 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days to draft the Constitution.
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Answer: True
The Constituent Assembly first met on December 9, 1946. The Constitution was adopted on November 26, 1949, and enforced on January 26, 1950 – totaling 2 years, 11 months, 18 days. [[30]]
The Partition of Bengal was announced by Lord Curzon in 1905.
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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 Indian National Army (INA) was first organized by Rash Behari Bose in Southeast Asia.
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Answer: True
Rash Behari Bose initially organized the INA in 1942. Subhash Chandra Bose later took command in 1943, reorganized it, and proclaimed the Provisional Government of Free India. [[1]]
The Quit India Movement was launched in August 1942.
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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 Non-Cooperation Movement was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in 1920.
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Answer: True
Gandhi launched the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1920 to protest the Jallianwala Bagh massacre and Rowlatt Act. It was withdrawn in 1922 after the Chauri Chaura incident. [[30]]
The Subsidiary Alliance system was introduced by Lord Wellesley.
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Answer: True
Lord Wellesley (1798-1805) introduced the Subsidiary Alliance, requiring Indian rulers to accept British troops and pay for their maintenance, effectively making them British protectorates. [[1]]
The Doctrine of Lapse was introduced by Lord Dalhousie.
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Answer: True
Lord Dalhousie's Doctrine of Lapse (1848-1856) allowed annexation of princely states without a natural male heir. It caused resentment and contributed to the 1857 Revolt. [[30]]
The Chishti Sufi order emphasized devotion to the spiritual master (pir) and service to humanity.
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Answer: True
The Chishti order, founded in India by Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, stressed love, tolerance, music (qawwali), and service to the poor, making Sufism accessible to masses. [[1]]
Sant Kabir was a disciple of Ramananda.
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Answer: True
Kabir, a weaver-poet of Varanasi, was influenced by Ramananda and preached nirguna bhakti (devotion to a formless God), criticizing ritualism and caste discrimination. [[30]]
The Mughal Empire reached its maximum territorial extent under Aurangzeb.
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Answer: True
During Aurangzeb's reign (1658-1707), the Mughal Empire covered the largest area, extending from Kashmir in the north to the Deccan in the south. However, constant warfare weakened the empire. [[1]]
Aurangzeb reimposed the Jizya tax in 1679.
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Answer: True
Aurangzeb reimposed Jizya on non-Muslims in 1679, reversing Akbar's policy. This decision caused resentment among Rajputs, Marathas, and other communities, weakening Mughal unity. [[30]]
Iltutmish introduced the silver Tanka and copper Jital as standard currency.
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Answer: True
Iltutmish standardized currency with silver Tanka (4.8g) and copper Jital, establishing a uniform monetary system that influenced medieval Indian coinage for centuries. [[1]]
Kalidasa, the great Sanskrit poet, lived during the Gupta period.
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Answer: True
Kalidasa, author of Abhijnanashakuntalam and Meghaduta, flourished in the court of Chandragupta II (Vikramaditya). His works represent the golden age of Sanskrit literature. [[1]]