Indian history MCQ – Change your future

321. Who was the founder of Bambay Native Society?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Jagannath Shankar Sheth.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, IAS, Competitive History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Jagannath Shankar Sheth was a prominent Indian nationalist and social reformer who founded the Bambay Native Society in 1852.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Jagannath Shankar Sheth with other Indian nationalist leaders of the same era, such as Bal Gangadhar Tilak.

Explanations: Jagannath Shankar Sheth established the Bambay Native Society to promote the interests of the native population and to foster a sense of unity among them. This organization played a significant role in the early stages of the Indian nationalist movement.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Feroj Shah was not associated with the founding of the Bambay Native Society.
Option B: Bal Gangadhar Tilak was a prominent nationalist leader but not the founder of the Bambay Native Society.
Option C: Jagannath Shankar Sheth founded the Bambay Native Society in 1852.
Option D: Ayyar is not known for founding the Bambay Native Society.

Mnemonic: JSS for Jagannath Shankar Sheth, founder of Bambay Native Society.

322. Which of these empires did NOT exist when Shivaji was born?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Maurya Empire.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Maurya Empire was a historical Indian empire that existed from 321 to 185 BCE, long before the birth of Shivaji in 1627 CE.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the timeline of ancient Indian empires with those of the medieval period.

Explanations: Shivaji was born in 1627 CE, during the medieval period of Indian history. The Maurya Empire, which existed from 321 to 185 BCE, was a significant ancient Indian empire that had long ceased to exist by the time Shivaji was born. The Mughal, Bijapur, and Golconda Empires were contemporaneous with Shivaji's era, but the Maurya Empire was not.

Option Analysis:

Option A: The Mughal Empire was a contemporary of Shivaji, existing during his lifetime.
Option B: The Bijapur Sultanate was also a contemporary of Shivaji, existing during his lifetime.
Option C: The Golconda Sultanate was another contemporary of Shivaji, existing during his lifetime.
Option D: The Maurya Empire existed long before Shivaji's time, making it the correct answer.

323. This city became important in the later medieval period.

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Delhi.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Delhi became a significant city during the later medieval period due to its strategic location and the establishment of several powerful dynasties.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the historical significance of other cities like Mumbai, Hyderabad, or Lucknow, which gained prominence in different periods.

Explanations: Delhi's importance grew during the later medieval period due to the establishment of the Delhi Sultanate and later the Mughal Empire. These dynasties chose Delhi as their capital, making it a center of political power, trade, and culture. The city's strategic location facilitated control over the northern plains of India, contributing to its significance.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Mumbai gained prominence much later, primarily during the British colonial period.
Option B: Hyderabad became significant during the rule of the Qutb Shahi and Asaf Jahi dynasties, but this was not during the later medieval period.
Option C: Lucknow rose to prominence during the Nawabs of Awadh, which was in the late medieval and early modern period.
Option D: Delhi became a major city during the later medieval period due to the Delhi Sultanate and Mughal Empire.

Mnemonic: Delhi, Dynasties, Dominance

324. CRIPPS MISSION / கிரிப்ஸ் தூதுக்குழு

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) 1942.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, IAS, Civil Services

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Cripps Mission was a British attempt to secure Indian support for the war effort and to secure Indian cooperation in the war against Japan.

Common Mistakes: Students often confuse the year of the Cripps Mission with other significant events during World War II.

Explanations: The Cripps Mission was sent to India in March 1942 by the British Government to secure Indian cooperation in the war effort and to address the issue of India's future. The mission was led by Sir Stafford Cripps, a member of the British War Cabinet and Leader of the House of Commons. The mission aimed to offer India dominion status after the war, but the terms were not acceptable to the Indian National Congress, leading to its rejection. Therefore, the correct year is 1942.

Option Analysis:

Option A: 1939 is incorrect as the Cripps Mission occurred later in the war.
Option B: 1940 is incorrect as the Cripps Mission occurred later in the war.
Option C: 1941 is incorrect as the Cripps Mission occurred later in the war.
Option D: 1942 is the correct year when the Cripps Mission was sent to India.

Mnemonic: Cripps Came in '42

325. Which of the following was not one of the Raja Rammohan Roy's suggestions for organising the Company's government on a more rational basis?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Constitutional reforms must be guaranteed.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, Competitive History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Raja Rammohan Roy was a prominent social reformer and thinker who made several suggestions for improving the governance of the British East India Company. His suggestions focused on civil liberties, the rule of law, and property rights.

Common Mistakes: Students may mistakenly believe that Raja Rammohan Roy advocated for constitutional reforms, which were not a part of his suggestions for the Company's governance.

Explanations: Raja Rammohan Roy's suggestions for organizing the Company's government on a more rational basis included civil liberties, the rule of law, and the recognition of individual property rights. Constitutional reforms, which involve the structure and functioning of government institutions, were not among his suggestions.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Constitutional reforms were not part of Raja Rammohan Roy's suggestions.
Option B: Civil liberties were one of Raja Rammohan Roy's suggestions.
Option C: The rule of law was one of Raja Rammohan Roy's suggestions.
Option D: The recognition of individual property rights was one of Raja Rammohan Roy's suggestions.

326. Which was first capital of Magdha?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Girivarja (Rajgriha).

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, History Exams

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Girivarja, also known as Rajgriha, was the first capital of the Magadha kingdom.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the sequence of capitals or the names of the cities.

Explanations: Girivarja, also known as Rajgriha, was the first capital of the Magadha kingdom. It was an important center of political and cultural activity during the early period of the Magadha dynasty. The other cities listed, such as Pataliputra, Champa, and Vaishali, were also significant but were not the first capital.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. Girivarja (Rajgriha) was the first capital of Magadha.
Option B: Incorrect. Pataliputra was a later capital of Magadha.
Option C: Incorrect. Champa was another capital but not the first.
Option D: Incorrect. Vaishali was an important city but not the first capital of Magadha.

Mnemonic: Rajgriha, Rajgriha, First Capital, Magadha's Start.

327. How many rulers came to throne after Aurangzeb?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) 9.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The question pertains to the succession of Mughal rulers after Aurangzeb's death in 1707. The period following Aurangzeb's reign is marked by a series of weak rulers and internal strife, leading to the eventual decline of the Mughal Empire.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the number of rulers with the duration of the Mughal Empire or the number of significant events during this period.

Explanations: After Aurangzeb's death in 1707, the Mughal Empire saw a succession of nine rulers before the British East India Company took control. These rulers were Bahadur Shah I, Jahandar Shah, Farrukhsiyar, Muhammad Shah, Ahmad Shah Bahadur, Alamgir II, Shah Alam II, Shah Jahan III, and Shah Alam II (again). Each of these rulers contributed to the weakening of the Mughal Empire through internal conflicts, external threats, and mismanagement.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect, as the number of rulers is not 10.
Option B: Incorrect, as the number of rulers is not 6.
Option C: Incorrect, as the number of rulers is not 5.
Option D: Correct, as the number of rulers is 9.

Mnemonic: Nine Rulers, Not More, Not Less

328. Who was Mahesh Das?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) Birbal.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, History Exams

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Birbal was a minister in the court of Emperor Akbar and was known by his birth name, Mahesh Das.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Birbal with Akbar, as both were prominent figures in Mughal history.

Explanations: Birbal, whose birth name was Mahesh Das, was a renowned minister in the court of Emperor Akbar. He was known for his wit, intelligence, and loyalty to Akbar. Therefore, the correct answer is Birbal.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Akbar was the Mughal Emperor, not the minister known as Birbal.
Option B: Birbal, originally named Mahesh Das, was a minister in Akbar's court.
Option C: Both is incorrect as only Birbal matches the description.
Option D: None of the above is incorrect as Birbal is the correct answer.

Mnemonic: Mnemonic: "Birbal, born Mahesh, served Akbar with wit."

329. Who was the first delhi sultan whose army crossed the vindhya mountain

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Alauddin.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Civil Services

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Alauddin Khalji was the first Delhi Sultan whose army crossed the Vindhya Mountains, expanding the Delhi Sultanate's influence into southern India.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Alauddin Khalji with other Delhi Sultans who also expanded their territories, such as Balban or Babur.

Explanations: Alauddin Khalji, the second ruler of the Khalji dynasty, launched several military campaigns in the Deccan and southern India. His army crossed the Vindhya Mountains, marking a significant expansion of the Delhi Sultanate's territory beyond the traditional northern regions. This was a crucial step in extending the Sultanate's influence and control over southern India.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Alauddin Khalji's military campaigns extended the Delhi Sultanate's influence into southern India, making him the first to cross the Vindhya Mountains.
Option B: Balban, the last ruler of the Mamluk dynasty, did not extend his influence beyond the Vindhyas.
Option C: Sikandar Lodi, a ruler of the Lodi dynasty, did not cross the Vindhyas.
Option D: Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire, came much later and did not cross the Vindhyas during his initial campaigns.

Mnemonic: Alauddin's Army Across Vindhyas (AAA V)

330. What were the steps taken to ensure that muqtis performed their duties? Why do you think they may have wanted to defy the orders of the Sultans? (SELECT MULTIPLE ANSWER'S)

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Only (A) & (B).

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The steps taken to ensure that muqtis performed their duties included monitoring their tax collection and military strength.

Common Mistakes: Students may mistakenly believe that the muqtis had complete autonomy and were not subject to any oversight.

Explanations: To ensure that muqtis performed their duties correctly, the Sultanate took measures to control the amount of tax collected and the number of soldiers maintained. This was done to prevent the muqtis from overtaxing the populace or amassing a military force that could challenge the Sultan's authority. The muqtis might have wanted to defy the Sultan's orders to increase their personal wealth or to build a power base that could potentially threaten the central authority.

Option Analysis:

Option A: This is correct as the Sultanate monitored the tax collection to ensure it did not exceed the prescribed amount.
Option B: This is correct as the Sultanate also monitored the number of soldiers to prevent the muqtis from amassing a large military force.
Option C: This is incorrect as the Sultanate did take measures to ensure the muqtis performed their duties.
Option D: This is the correct answer as it includes both (A) and (B).

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