This section presents another set of 50 objective questions focusing on various periods of Indian History. Each question is designed to test your knowledge, with options, the correct answer, and detailed explanations provided for a thorough understanding. This compilation is ideal for students and enthusiasts preparing for competitive examinations or simply looking to deepen their historical insights.
551. The famous ‘Subhash Chandra Bose’ was associated with which of the following?
A) Indian National Congress
B) All India Muslim League
C) Indian National Army
D) Hindustan Socialist Republican Association
Answer: C
Explanation: Subhas Chandra Bose is most famously associated with leading the Indian National Army (INA) during World War II, though he was also a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress prior to that.
552. Who was the first to describe the 1857 revolt as the ‘First War of Indian Independence’?
A) V.D. Savarkar
B) Jawaharlal Nehru
C) Lala Lajpat Rai
D) Mahatma Gandhi
Answer: A
Explanation: Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, through his book “The Indian War of Independence 1857” published in 1909, was the first to describe the 1857 revolt as the ‘First War of Indian Independence’.
553. The famous ‘Bardoli Satyagraha’ was organized in the year:
A) 1915
B) 1925
C) 1930
D) 1940
Answer: B
Explanation: The Bardoli Satyagraha, a peasant movement against increased taxes, was organized in 1928, not 1925. There might be a slight inaccuracy in the provided answer.
Explanation (Corrected based on factual accuracy): The Bardoli Satyagraha took place in 1928. The provided answer ‘B) 1925’ is incorrect. It was a successful non-violent movement led by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
554. Who was the first Indian to join the Indian Civil Services (ICS)?
A) Satyendranath Tagore
B) Subhas Chandra Bose
C) Lala Lajpat Rai
D) Mahatma Gandhi
Answer: A
Explanation: Satyendranath Tagore, elder brother of Rabindranath Tagore, became the first Indian to qualify for the Indian Civil Services (ICS) in 1863.
555. The ‘Jallianwala Bagh Massacre’ took place in which city?
A) Delhi
B) Amritsar
C) Calcutta
D) Lucknow
Answer: B
Explanation: The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre occurred in Amritsar, Punjab.
556. The first Indian to win the Nobel Prize in Economics was:
A) Amartya Sen
B) Raghuram Rajan
C) Manmohan Singh
D) Jagdish Bhagwati
Answer: A
Explanation: Amartya Sen was the first Indian to win the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences in 1998 for his contributions to welfare economics and social choice theory.
557. The ‘Chauri Chaura’ incident took place in the year:
A) 1920
B) 1919
C) 1925
D) 1930
Answer: A
Explanation: The Chauri Chaura incident occurred on February 4, 1922. The provided answer ‘A’ refers to 1920. There might be a slight inaccuracy in the provided answer.
Explanation (Corrected based on factual accuracy): The Chauri Chaura incident occurred on February 4, 1922. The provided answer ‘A) 1920’ is incorrect. This event led Mahatma Gandhi to call off the Non-Cooperation Movement.
558. Who introduced the Doctrine of Lapse?
A) Lord Cornwallis
B) Lord Wellesley
C) Lord Dalhousie
D) Lord Curzon
Answer: C
Explanation: The Doctrine of Lapse was an annexation policy widely implemented by Lord Dalhousie, who served as Governor-General of India from 1848 to 1856.
559. The famous ‘Jallianwala Bagh Massacre’ took place on:
A) April 13, 1919
B) March 12, 1920
C) October 30, 1931
D) June 5, 1942
Answer: A
Explanation: The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre occurred on April 13, 1919.
560. The famous ‘Viceroy’s Executive Council’ was introduced by:
A) Lord Curzon
B) Lord Dalhousie
C) Lord Wellesley
D) Lord Canning
Answer: D
Explanation: The concept of an Executive Council for the Governor-General (later Viceroy) developed through various acts, notably formalizing under the Government of India Act of 1861, which was passed during Lord Canning’s tenure as the first Viceroy.
561. Who is known as the ‘Father of the Indian National Congress’?
A) Lala Lajpat Rai
B) A.O. Hume
C) Gopal Krishna Gokhale
D) Subhas Chandra Bose
Answer: B
Explanation: Allan Octavian Hume, a retired British civil servant, is widely regarded as the founder of the Indian National Congress in 1885.
562. The famous ‘Quit India Movement’ was launched in the year:
A) 1947
B) 1942
C) 1930
D) 1921
Answer: B
Explanation: The Quit India Movement was launched in August 1942.
563. The famous ‘Bombay Resolution’ was passed in:
A) 1946
B) 1947
C) 1948
D) 1945
Answer: A
Explanation: The ‘Bombay Resolution’ (often referring to a specific Congress Working Committee resolution) could refer to various resolutions. However, if it refers to the 1946 naval mutiny’s impact, or a significant post-war resolution, 1946 is plausible. More context would be needed to pinpoint a single “famous Bombay Resolution.”
Explanation (Clarified): The term “Bombay Resolution” can refer to multiple resolutions passed in Bombay by various political bodies. Without further context, it is difficult to pinpoint a single “famous” one. However, historically, significant resolutions were passed by the Congress Working Committee in Bombay in 1946 concerning the Cabinet Mission Plan.
564. The ‘Montague-Chelmsford Reforms’ were announced in the year:
A) 1917
B) 1919
C) 1920
D) 1922
Answer: A
Explanation: The Montagu-Chelmsford Report, which outlined the reforms, was published in 1918, leading to the Government of India Act of 1919. However, the declaration regarding the reforms was made in 1917.
565. The famous ‘Chandni Chowk’ is located in which city?
A) Mumbai
B) Ahmedabad
C) New Delhi
D) Kolkata
Answer: C
Explanation: Chandni Chowk, a historic and bustling market, is located in Old Delhi (New Delhi).
566. The ‘Swadeshi Movement’ was launched by the Indian National Congress in the year:
A) 1905
B) 1910
C) 1920
D) 1925
Answer: A
Explanation: The Swadeshi Movement was formally launched by the Indian National Congress in 1905, in response to the partition of Bengal.
567. Who was the first Governor-General of independent India?
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Rajendra Prasad
C) Lord Mountbatten
D) C. Rajagopalachari
Answer: C
Explanation: Lord Mountbatten was the first Governor-General of independent India (from August 1947 to June 1948). C. Rajagopalachari was the first Indian Governor-General.
568. The famous ‘Nehru Report’ was drafted by:
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Subhas Chandra Bose
C) Motilal Nehru
D) Lala Lajpat Rai
Answer: C
Explanation: The Nehru Report (1928) was a memorandum outlining a proposed new dominion constitution for India, drafted by a committee headed by Motilal Nehru.
569. The famous ‘Gadar Movement’ was founded in the year:
A) 1905
B) 1915
C) 1920
D) 1930
Answer: B
Explanation: The Gadar Party, which spearheaded the Gadar Movement, was founded in 1913 in the USA. While its peak activity might extend to 1915-1916, the founding year is 1913. Given the options, 1915 might refer to a period of heightened activity.
Explanation (Corrected based on factual accuracy): The Gadar Party was founded in 1913 in the United States. While the movement was active around 1915, the founding year was 1913. Therefore, the provided answer ‘B) 1915’ is incorrect for the founding year.
570. The first woman to hold the position of the Prime Minister of India was:
A) Sarojini Naidu
B) Indira Gandhi
C) Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay
D) Vijayalakshmi Pandit
Answer: B
Explanation: Indira Gandhi was the first woman Prime Minister of India.
571. The famous ‘Moplah Rebellion’ occurred in:
A) 1921
B) 1930
C) 1942
D) 1947
Answer: A
Explanation: The Moplah Rebellion (or Malabar Rebellion) was a peasant uprising in 1921 in the Malabar region of Kerala.
572. The famous ‘Rani of Jhansi’ was a warrior queen during which war?
A) First War of Indian Independence
B) Second Anglo-Maratha War
C) Battle of Plassey
D) First Battle of Panipat
Answer: A
Explanation: Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi fought valiantly during the First War of Indian Independence (1857).
573. The famous ‘Indian National Army’ was formed by:
A) Subhas Chandra Bose
B) Jawaharlal Nehru
C) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
D) Lala Lajpat Rai
Answer: A
Explanation: The Indian National Army (INA) was famously revitalized and led by Subhas Chandra Bose.
574. The ‘Salt March’ started from:
A) Bombay
B) Calcutta
C) Dandi
D) Sabarmati
Answer: D
Explanation: The Salt March began from Mahatma Gandhi’s Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad and culminated at Dandi.
575. Who was the first Indian to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature?
A) C. V. Raman
B) Rabindranath Tagore
C) R. K. Narayan
D) Mulk Raj Anand
Answer: B
Explanation: Rabindranath Tagore was the first Indian (and first non-European) to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913.
576. Who was the first woman to lead the Indian National Congress?
A) Sarojini Naidu
B) Indira Gandhi
C) Vijayalakshmi Pandit
D) Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay
Answer: A
Explanation: While Annie Besant was the first woman president of the INC (1917), Sarojini Naidu was the first Indian woman president, elected in 1925. Given the options, Sarojini Naidu is the intended answer for the “first woman to lead” among Indian women.
577. The famous ‘Swaraj Movement’ was launched by the Indian National Congress in the year:
A) 1915
B) 1920
C) 1925
D) 1930
Answer: B
Explanation: The concept of Swaraj (self-rule) was a core demand of the Indian National Congress. While the Swaraj Party was formed in 1923, the broader ‘Swaraj Movement’ as a national goal gained significant momentum and became central to the Non-Cooperation Movement launched in 1920.
578. The famous ‘Jallianwala Bagh Massacre’ occurred during the tenure of:
A) Lord Curzon
B) Lord Canning
C) Lord Wellesley
D) Lord Chelmsford
Answer: D
Explanation: The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre occurred in 1919, during the viceroyalty of Lord Chelmsford (1916-1921).
579. The ‘Battle of Plassey’ was fought between:
A) Mughals and Marathas
B) East India Company and Siraj-ud-Daula
C) British and Tipu Sultan
D) Rajputs and Mughals
Answer: B
Explanation: The Battle of Plassey (1757) was fought between the forces of the British East India Company, led by Robert Clive, and the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj-ud-Daula.
580. The first Indian to become the President of the Indian National Congress was:
A) A.O. Hume
B) Dadabhai Naoroji
C) Surendranath Banerjee
D) Jawaharlal Nehru
Answer: B
Explanation: W.C. Bonnerjee was the first President of the INC (1885). Dadabhai Naoroji was the second president (1886) and a significant early Indian leader. The question specifically asks for the “first Indian”. While W.C. Bonnerjee was Indian, he was the first overall. If the question implies the first prominent Indian president beyond the very first, Naoroji fits. Assuming “first Indian” refers to the literal first Indian president among those listed who are Indian, W.C. Bonnerjee would be the accurate answer. However, if among the provided options, Dadabhai Naoroji is considered a key early Indian figure.
Explanation (Clarified): Womesh Chunder Bonnerjee (W.C. Bonnerjee) was the first President of the Indian National Congress (1885) and he was an Indian. Dadabhai Naoroji was the second President (1886) and a prominent Indian leader. Given that W.C. Bonnerjee is not an option, and Dadabhai Naoroji was the second, he is the most appropriate answer among the choices if the question broadly refers to early Indian presidents.
581. The famous ‘Salt Satyagraha’ was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in the year:
A) 1925
B) 1930
C) 1935
D) 1940
Answer: B
Explanation: The Salt Satyagraha, initiated by the Dandi March, was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930.
582. The ‘Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms’ led to the introduction of:
A) Indian Council Act of 1909
B) Government of India Act of 1919
C) Government of India Act of 1935
D) Indian Independence Act of 1947
Answer: B
Explanation: The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms formed the basis of the Government of India Act of 1919.
583. The first Governor-General of independent India was:
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Rajendra Prasad
C) C. Rajagopalachari
D) Lord Mountbatten
Answer: D
Explanation: Lord Mountbatten was the first Governor-General of independent India (1947-1948).
584. The first Battle of Panipat was fought between:
A) Babur and Ibrahim Lodi
B) Akbar and Rana Pratap
C) Mughals and Rajputs
D) Sher Shah Suri and Humayun
Answer: A
Explanation: The First Battle of Panipat (1526) was fought between Babur and Ibrahim Lodi.
585. The famous ‘Bardoli Satyagraha’ was organized by:
A) Mahatma Gandhi
B) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
C) Jawaharlal Nehru
D) Subhas Chandra Bose
Answer: B
Explanation: The Bardoli Satyagraha was organized and successfully led by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
586. The ‘Indian National Army’ was established during World War II by:
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Subhas Chandra Bose
C) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
D) Lala Lajpat Rai
Answer: B
Explanation: The Indian National Army was famously established and led by Subhas Chandra Bose during World War II.
587. The famous ‘Indian National Congress’ session at Lucknow in 1916 saw the agreement between:
A) Congress and Muslim League
B) Congress and the British
C) Congress and the Marathas
D) Congress and the Rajputs
Answer: A
Explanation: The Lucknow Pact of 1916 was a historic agreement reached between the Indian National Congress and the All-India Muslim League.
588. The famous ‘Jallianwala Bagh Massacre’ took place during the tenure of:
A) Lord Chelmsford
B) Lord Mountbatten
C) Lord Dalhousie
D) Lord Curzon
Answer: A
Explanation: The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre occurred in 1919, during the viceroyalty of Lord Chelmsford.
589. The ‘Quit India Movement’ was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in:
A) 1930
B) 1942
C) 1947
D) 1950
Answer: B
Explanation: The Quit India Movement was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in 1942.
590. The famous ‘Khilafat Movement’ was led by:
A) Mahatma Gandhi
B) Maulana Mohammad Ali
C) Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
D) Subhas Chandra Bose
Answer: B
Explanation: The Khilafat Movement was primarily led by the Ali Brothers, Maulana Mohammad Ali Jauhar and Shaukat Ali.
591. The famous ‘Salt March’ began on:
A) March 12, 1930
B) April 6, 1930
C) May 21, 1930
D) January 1, 1931
Answer: A
Explanation: The Dandi March (Salt March) began on March 12, 1930, from Sabarmati Ashram.
592. The famous ‘Bose Subhas Chandra’ was the leader of the:
A) Indian National Congress
B) All India Muslim League
C) Indian National Army
D) Hindustan Socialist Republican Association
Answer: C
Explanation: Subhas Chandra Bose was the prominent leader of the Indian National Army (INA).
593. Who was the first to describe the 1857 revolt as the ‘First War of Indian Independence’?
A) V.D. Savarkar
B) Jawaharlal Nehru
C) Lala Lajpat Rai
D) Mahatma Gandhi
Answer: A
Explanation: V.D. Savarkar was the first to term the 1857 revolt as the ‘First War of Indian Independence’.
594. The ‘Gadar Movement’ was founded by:
A) Lala Lajpat Rai
B) Subhas Chandra Bose
C) Bhagat Singh
D) Kartar Singh Sarabha
Answer: D
Explanation: The Gadar Party, which initiated the Gadar Movement, was founded by individuals like Lala Hardayal, Sohan Singh Bhakna, and Kartar Singh Sarabha. Among the given options, Kartar Singh Sarabha was a key figure and martyr associated with the Gadar Movement.
595. The famous ‘Subhash Chandra Bose’ was associated with which of the following?
A) Indian National Congress
B) All India Muslim League
C) Indian National Army
D) Hindustan Socialist Republican Association
Answer: C
Explanation: Subhas Chandra Bose is primarily associated with the Indian National Army.
596. The famous ‘Battle of Buxar’ was fought between the British and:
A) Mir Qasim
B) Shuja-ud-Daula
C) Mir Jafar
D) Both A and B
Answer: D
Explanation: The Battle of Buxar (1764) was fought between the British East India Company and the combined forces of Mir Qasim (Nawab of Bengal), Shuja-ud-Daulah (Nawab of Awadh), and Shah Alam II (Mughal Emperor). Therefore, both Mir Qasim and Shuja-ud-Daulah were opposing forces.
597. The famous ‘Bardoli Satyagraha’ was organized in the year:
A) 1915
B) 1925
C) 1930
D) 1940
Answer: B
Explanation: The Bardoli Satyagraha was organized in 1928, not 1925.
Explanation (Corrected based on factual accuracy): The Bardoli Satyagraha took place in 1928. The provided answer ‘B) 1925’ is incorrect.
598. The first Indian to join the Indian Civil Services was:
A) Satyendranath Tagore
B) Lala Lajpat Rai
C) Subhas Chandra Bose
D) Jawaharlal Nehru
Answer: A
Explanation: Satyendranath Tagore was the first Indian to join the Indian Civil Services.
599. The famous ‘Champaran Satyagraha’ was led by:
A) Mahatma Gandhi
B) Jawaharlal Nehru
C) Subhas Chandra Bose
D) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer: A
Explanation: The Champaran Satyagraha was led by Mahatma Gandhi in 1917.
600. Who was the first to give the slogan ‘Inquilab Zindabad’?
A) Bhagat Singh
B) Subhas Chandra Bose
C) Lala Lajpat Rai
D) Rajguru
Answer: A
Explanation: The slogan ‘Inquilab Zindabad’ was coined by Maulana Hasrat Mohani and popularized by Bhagat Singh.