Indian history MCQ – Change your future

341. Among the following, who is given the credit of carrying Jainism in South India?

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

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, Competitive History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Bhadrabahu is credited with carrying Jainism to South India, particularly to Karnataka, during a period of famine in the north.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Bhadrabahu with other prominent Jain figures such as Sudharmana, Indrabhuti, or Sthulabhadra, who were also influential but in different contexts.

Explanations: Bhadrabahu is recognized for leading a group of Jain monks to South India during a severe famine in the north. This migration was crucial in spreading Jainism to the southern regions, particularly Karnataka. His efforts were instrumental in preserving and propagating Jain teachings in South India.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Sudharmana was a prominent Jain monk but is not specifically known for spreading Jainism to South India.
Option B: Indrabhuti was a disciple of Mahavira and a key figure in early Jainism, but not associated with the spread of Jainism to South India.
Option C: Sthulabhadra was a Jain monk and scholar, but his contributions were not primarily in spreading Jainism to South India.
Option D: Bhadrabahu is credited with leading the migration of Jain monks to South India, making him the correct choice.

Mnemonic: Bhadrabahu, South India, Famine

342. Who said "If it were proved to me that it (untouchability) is an essential part of Hinduism I for one would declare myself an open rebel against Hinduism itself"?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) M.K. Gandhi.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, IAS

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: M.K. Gandhi was a prominent leader in the Indian independence movement and a strong advocate for social reform, including the abolition of untouchability.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the quote with other social reformers of the time, such as Ambedkar or Phule, who were also vocal against untouchability.

Explanations: M.K. Gandhi was a vocal opponent of untouchability and made strong statements against it. The quote reflects his stance that if untouchability were an essential part of Hinduism, he would rebel against it. This aligns with Gandhi's broader philosophy of non-violent resistance and social reform.

Option Analysis:

Option A: G. Tilak was a nationalist leader but not known for this specific quote.
Option B: R. Ambedkar was a prominent critic of untouchability but did not make this particular statement.
Option C: Jyotiba Phule was a social reformer but not associated with this specific quote.
Option D: M.K. Gandhi made this statement, reflecting his strong stance against untouchability.

Mnemonic: Gandhi's Rebel: If Hinduism Upholds Untouchability, I Rebel.

343. Who was a person known as who was under the protection of another dependent or hanger-on?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Client.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, GRE, Civil Services

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: A client is a person who is under the protection of another, often dependent or a hanger-on. This term is commonly used in historical and sociological contexts to describe a relationship where one individual relies on another for support or protection.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the term "client" with other terms like "bandagan" or "iqtedar," which have different meanings in historical or cultural contexts.

Explanations: The term "client" accurately describes a person who is under the protection of another, often dependent or a hanger-on. This relationship is characterized by a dependency where the client relies on the protector for various forms of support, such as financial, social, or political. The other options do not fit this specific definition.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Bandagan refers to a slave or servant, not a person under protection.
Option B: Iqtedar refers to a person in charge or an administrator, not a dependent.
Option C: Client is the correct term for a person under the protection of another, often dependent or a hanger-on.
Option D: None of these is incorrect as "client" is the appropriate term.

344. Which one of the following statements is not correct about the members of the various bodies responsible for Chola local selfgovernment?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) They were elected by voting.

Exam Relevance: UPSC Civil Services, State PSC Exams, History Competitive Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Chola local self-government system had specific rules for selecting its members, which did not include election by voting.

Common Mistakes: Students may incorrectly assume that democratic principles like voting were prevalent in ancient administrative systems.

Explanations: The Chola local self-government system was structured with specific conditions for membership, such as disqualifying individuals convicted of theft and requiring fulfillment of certain conditions. However, the selection process did not involve voting. Instead, members were chosen through other methods, such as being chosen by lot or through other forms of selection that did not involve direct voting.

Option Analysis:

Option A: This is correct as individuals convicted of theft were disqualified from becoming members.
Option B: This is incorrect as the members were not elected by voting.
Option C: This is correct as members could be chosen by lot.
Option D: This is correct as members had to fulfill certain conditions to become members.

345. Which of the following is wrongly matched?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Dhai din ka Jhonpara- Ibrahim Lodi.

Exam Relevance: UPSC Civil Services, SSC CGL, State PSC

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Dhai din ka Jhonpara is incorrectly attributed to Ibrahim Lodi. This structure is actually associated with the Tughlaq dynasty, not the Lodi dynasty.

Common Mistakes: Students often confuse the historical attributions of various monuments and structures, leading to incorrect matches.

Explanations: The Dhai din ka Jhonpara, also known as the Adhai-din-ka-Jhopra, is a historical monument located in Ajmer, Rajasthan. It was originally built as a Sanskrit college and later converted into a mosque by Qutbuddin Aibak, the first Sultan of Delhi. Ibrahim Lodi, who belonged to the Lodi dynasty, was not associated with the construction or conversion of this structure. Therefore, the correct answer is that the Dhai din ka Jhonpara is wrongly matched with Ibrahim Lodi.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Dhai din ka Jhonpara is incorrectly attributed to Ibrahim Lodi.
Option B: The Red Palace is correctly attributed to Balban.
Option C: The Qutab Minar is correctly attributed to Aibak and Iltutmish.
Option D: The Alai Darwaja is correctly attributed to Alauddin Khilji.

Mnemonic: Dhai din ka Jhonpara - Aibak, not Lodi.

346. Harrappan people had known to use of

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) 16 & its multiples.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, Archaeology Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Harrappan civilization, also known as the Indus Valley Civilization, had a sophisticated system of weights and measures. They used a decimal system and multiples of 16 for their weights.

Common Mistakes: Students often confuse the multiples used by the Harrappan civilization with other numerical systems, such as the decimal system alone.

Explanations: The Harrappan civilization used a system of weights based on multiples of 16. This system was integral to their trade and commerce, allowing for standardized measurements. The use of 16 and its multiples indicates a sophisticated understanding of numerical systems and practical applications in daily life.

Option Analysis:

Option A: The Harrappan civilization did not primarily use 8 and its multiples for their weights and measures.
Option B: The Harrappan civilization used 16 and its multiples for their weights and measures, which is the correct answer.
Option C: The Harrappan civilization did not primarily use 4 and its multiples for their weights and measures.
Option D: The Harrappan civilization did not primarily use 12 and its multiples for their weights and measures.

347. Whom did babur defeated, which war and which date

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) Ibrahim lodi, first battle of panipat, 1526.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Civil Services

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The First Battle of Panipat was a significant historical event where Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi, the last ruler of the Delhi Sultanate.

Common Mistakes: Students often confuse the date of the First Battle of Panipat with other significant battles or events in Indian history.

Explanations: Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire, defeated Ibrahim Lodi, the last ruler of the Delhi Sultanate, in the First Battle of Panipat. This battle took place on April 21, 1526, marking the end of the Delhi Sultanate and the beginning of the Mughal Empire in India.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect date. The battle occurred in 1526, not 1539.
Option B: Correct. Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi in the First Battle of Panipat in 1526.
Option C: Incorrect opponent. Sikandar Lodi was Ibrahim Lodi's father and died before the battle.
Option D: Incorrect opponent. Ghias-ud-din Tughlaq was a ruler of the Tughlaq dynasty, not related to the First Battle of Panipat.

Mnemonic: Babur's Victory: BVP (Babur, Victory, Panipat)

348. Consider the following 'India would be far more reliable as a base for operations. Moreover, the prospect of a settlement will be greatly enhanced by the disappearance of Gandhi, who had for years torpedoed every attempt at a settlement.' The above statement was made by the British in the context of

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Quit India Movement.

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

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The statement reflects the British perspective during the Quit India Movement, where they viewed Gandhi's influence as a significant obstacle to negotiations and settlements.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse this with other movements where Gandhi played a significant role, such as the Civil Disobedience Movement.

Explanations: The Quit India Movement was a significant phase of the Indian independence struggle, marked by widespread civil disobedience and the demand for immediate British withdrawal from India. The British perceived Gandhi as a key figure in this movement, whose influence made negotiations difficult. The statement indicates that the British believed Gandhi's removal would facilitate a settlement, aligning with the context of the Quit India Movement.

Option Analysis:

Option A: The Non-Cooperation Movement was earlier and focused on non-violent resistance, not the specific context of the British wanting to remove Gandhi to facilitate a settlement.
Option B: The Civil Disobedience Movement also involved Gandhi but did not specifically align with the British desire to remove him to facilitate a settlement.
Option C: The Kheda Satyagraha was a localized movement and does not fit the broader context of the British wanting to remove Gandhi to facilitate a settlement.
Option D: The Quit India Movement was a significant phase where the British viewed Gandhi's influence as a major obstacle to negotiations, making this the correct context for the statement.

Mnemonic: Quit India, Gandhi's Hindrance

349. Which of the following Indian politicians was NOT assassinated?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Jawarlahal Nehru.

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

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Jawarlahal Nehru was the first Prime Minister of India and was not assassinated. The other listed politicians were assassinated.

Common Mistakes: Students may mistakenly believe Jawarlahal Nehru was assassinated, as many prominent Indian politicians have been.

Explanations: Jawarlahal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India, died of natural causes in 1964. Rajiv Gandhi, Indira Gandhi, and Mahatma Gandhi were all assassinated. Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated in 1991, Indira Gandhi in 1984, and Mahatma Gandhi in 1948.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated in 1991.
Option B: Indira Gandhi was assassinated in 1984.
Option C: Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated in 1948.
Option D: Jawarlahal Nehru died of natural causes in 1964.

Mnemonic: JN - Natural, Others - Assassinated

350. The capital of The Chalukyas was .....

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

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, State PSC

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The Chalukyas were an Indian royal dynasty that ruled large parts of southern and central India between the 6th and the 12th centuries. Their capital was Aihole, which was a significant center for their cultural and architectural achievements.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the capital of the Chalukyas with other prominent cities of the period, such as Tanjore or Amravati, which were capitals of other dynasties.

Explanations: Aihole was the capital of the Chalukyas. It was a major center for their cultural and architectural activities, including the construction of numerous temples and monuments. The other options listed are not associated with the Chalukyas as their capital.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Tanjore was the capital of the Chola dynasty, not the Chalukyas.
Option B: Amravati was a significant Buddhist site and not the capital of the Chalukyas.
Option C: Sopara was an ancient port city and not the capital of the Chalukyas.
Option D: Aihole was the capital of the Chalukyas and a center for their cultural and architectural achievements.

Mnemonic: Aihole, A for Aihole, the capital of the Chalukyas.

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