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931. Who among the following founded Theo-sophical Society in USA?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Madam Blavatsky and Olcott.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, Competitive History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Theosophical Society was founded in the United States by Helena Blavatsky and Colonel Henry Steel Olcott in 1875.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the founders of the Theosophical Society with other prominent figures of the same era, such as Annie Besant, who later became a prominent leader within the society.

Explanations: The Theosophical Society was established in New York City in 1875 by Helena Petrovna Blavatsky and Colonel Henry Steel Olcott. Blavatsky and Olcott were the primary founders and were instrumental in shaping the society's initial goals and principles. The society aimed to study ancient wisdom and promote a universal brotherhood of humanity.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Tilak and Gokhale were Indian political leaders and not associated with the founding of the Theosophical Society.
Option B: O. Hume was involved in the Indian National Congress but not in the founding of the Theosophical Society.
Option C: Dr. Annie Besant joined the Theosophical Society later and became a prominent leader but was not one of the original founders.
Option D: Madam Blavatsky and Olcott were the primary founders of the Theosophical Society in 1875.

Mnemonic: Blavatsky and Olcott, B.O., Built the Theosophical Society.

932. Name for the special slaves in Persian

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

Exam Relevance: UPSC, GRE, History Olympiad

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Bandagan refers to a specific category of slaves in Persian society who held unique roles and privileges.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Bandagan with other terms related to slaves or servants in Persian history.

Explanations: In Persian society, Bandagan were a special class of slaves who often served in important administrative or military roles. They were not ordinary slaves but held positions of trust and responsibility, sometimes even becoming influential figures. This term specifically denotes these unique slaves, distinguishing them from other types of slaves or servants.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. Bandagan refers to the special slaves in Persian society.
Option B: Incorrect. Mongol refers to the Mongol people or empire, not a type of slave.
Option C: Incorrect. Client refers to a person who uses the services of another, not a specific type of slave in Persian society.
Option D: Incorrect. Iqtadar refers to a person holding an iqtā (a type of land grant), not a type of slave.

Mnemonic: B for Bandagan, B for Bonded but Benefited.

933. According to Shankaracharya the Primary means of Salvation was

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

Exam Relevance: UPSC, IAS, Civil Services

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Shankaracharya, a prominent philosopher and theologian in Hinduism, emphasized the importance of knowledge (jnana) as the primary means to achieve salvation (moksha).

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the primary means of salvation with other practices such as worship or visiting holy places, which are secondary to the pursuit of knowledge.

Explanations: Shankaracharya's philosophy, known as Advaita Vedanta, posits that the ultimate reality is non-dual (Advaita) and that the self (Atman) is identical with the ultimate reality (Brahman). The primary means to realize this identity and achieve liberation is through the acquisition of knowledge (jnana). This knowledge is not merely intellectual but a direct realization of the self's true nature. Therefore, knowledge is considered the primary means of salvation.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. Knowledge is the primary means of salvation according to Shankaracharya.
Option B: Incorrect. Worship is a practice but not the primary means of salvation according to Shankaracharya.
Option C: Incorrect. Visiting tirthas (holy places) is a practice but not the primary means of salvation according to Shankaracharya.
Option D: Incorrect. Knowledge is the correct answer, so this option is not applicable.

Mnemonic: J for Jnana, J for Journey to Moksha.

934. Who founded the Vikramashila University?

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

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Dharmapala, a Pala dynasty ruler, founded the Vikramashila University in the 8th century CE.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Dharmapala with other Pala dynasty rulers or with the establishment of other significant educational institutions of the time.

Explanations: Dharmapala, a prominent ruler of the Pala dynasty, established the Vikramashila University in the 8th century CE. This university was one of the two most important centers of Buddhist learning in India, alongside Nalanda. Dharmapala's patronage of education and Buddhism led to the establishment of this renowned institution, which played a significant role in the dissemination of Buddhist philosophy and learning.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Dhruva is not associated with the founding of Vikramashila University.
Option B: Gopala, while a Pala dynasty ruler, is not credited with founding Vikramashila University.
Option C: Devapala, another Pala dynasty ruler, is not known for founding Vikramashila University.
Option D: Dharmapala is the correct answer as he founded Vikramashila University.

Mnemonic: D for Dharmapala, D for Dharmic dissemination.

935. During the Rigvedic period, 'Niska' was an ornament of

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

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: During the Rigvedic period, 'Niska' was a type of ornament worn around the neck.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse 'Niska' with other types of ornaments worn on different body parts.

Explanations: In the Rigvedic period, 'Niska' was specifically an ornament worn around the neck. This is a well-documented fact in ancient Indian history and archaeology. The term 'Niska' is often associated with a type of necklace or collar, which was a significant ornament in that era.

Option Analysis:

Option A: 'Niska' was not an ornament for the arm.
Option B: 'Niska' was not an ornament for the ear.
Option C: 'Niska' was not an ornament for the wrist.
Option D: 'Niska' was an ornament for the neck.

Mnemonic: Niska Necklace, Not Niska Nails

936. The Supreme Court ruled that ..... was not able to take the Cherokee lands because the Cherokee were a sovereign nation.

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

Exam Relevance: AP US History, SAT US History

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Supreme Court ruled that the state of Georgia could not take the Cherokee lands because the Cherokee were recognized as a sovereign nation.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse the ruling with other states or think it was a federal decision rather than a state-specific ruling.

Explanations: The Supreme Court, in the case of Worcester v. Georgia (1832), ruled that the Cherokee Nation was a sovereign entity and that Georgia could not take their lands. The court recognized the Cherokee as a distinct political community with the right to self-governance and territorial integrity. This decision was a significant legal recognition of Native American sovereignty.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. The Supreme Court ruled that Georgia could not take the Cherokee lands because the Cherokee were a sovereign nation.
Option B: Incorrect. Indiana was not involved in this specific Supreme Court ruling.
Option C: Incorrect. Oklahoma was not involved in this specific Supreme Court ruling.
Option D: Incorrect. Georgia was specifically named in the ruling.

937. Sher Shah ruled for ..... years

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) 5.

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

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Sher Shah Suri ruled for a total of 5 years, from 1540 to 1545.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the duration of Sher Shah's rule with other historical figures or periods.

Explanations: Sher Shah Suri ascended to the throne in 1540 and ruled until his death in 1545, making the total duration of his rule 5 years.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect, as Sher Shah ruled for 5 years, not 3.
Option B: Correct, as Sher Shah ruled for 5 years.
Option C: Incorrect, as Sher Shah ruled for 5 years, not 7.
Option D: Incorrect, as Sher Shah ruled for 5 years, not 9.

Mnemonic: S-S-5: Sher Shah Suri, 5 years.

938. Kṛṣṇa Janmāṣṭamī is held in honour of Kṛṣṇa's .....

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Appearance to Devakī and Vasudeva.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Civil Services

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Kṛṣṇa Janmāṣṭamī celebrates the birth of Kṛṣṇa, who appeared to his parents Devakī and Vasudeva.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Kṛṣṇa's birth with his upbringing by Yaśoda and Nanda, leading to the incorrect choice of Option B.

Explanations: Kṛṣṇa Janmāṣṭamī is celebrated to commemorate the appearance of Kṛṣṇa to his biological parents, Devakī and Vasudeva. Although Kṛṣṇa was later raised by Yaśoda and Nanda, the festival specifically honors his birth to Devakī and Vasudeva.

Option Analysis:

Option A: This option is incorrect as Kṛṣṇa Janmāṣṭamī does not celebrate Kṛṣṇa's marriage to Rādhā.
Option B: This option is incorrect as Kṛṣṇa Janmāṣṭamī celebrates Kṛṣṇa's birth to Devakī and Vasudeva, not his upbringing by Yaśoda and Nanda.
Option C: This option is correct as Kṛṣṇa Janmāṣṭamī celebrates Kṛṣṇa's appearance to his biological parents, Devakī and Vasudeva.
Option D: This option is incorrect as the correct answer is provided in Option C.

Mnemonic: DVA: Devakī, Vasudeva, Appearance

939. When was Shivaji insulted?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) When he came to accept Mughal authority.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Civil Services

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Shivaji's insult occurred during his visit to Agra to meet Aurangzeb, where he was not given the respect he expected as a ruler.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the historical context and incorrectly assume that Shivaji was insulted when he declined Mughal authority.

Explanations: Shivaji was insulted when he came to accept Mughal authority because he was not treated with the respect he expected as a ruler. This event took place during his visit to Agra to meet Aurangzeb, where he was not given the proper recognition and was made to wait outside the court. This incident led to his insult and subsequent escape from Agra.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect, as Shivaji did not come to accept Marathi authority, which is not historically accurate.
Option B: Correct, as Shivaji was insulted when he came to accept Mughal authority.
Option C: Incorrect, as the insult occurred when he came to accept Mughal authority, not when he declined it.
Option D: Incorrect, as the correct answer is provided in the options.

940. Who was the first ruler of the Khalji Dynasty?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Jalaluddin Khalji.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Civil Services

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Jalaluddin Khalji was the founder and first ruler of the Khalji Dynasty in India.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Jalaluddin Khalji with Alauddin Khalji, who was a prominent ruler of the Khalji Dynasty but not the first.

Explanations: Jalaluddin Khalji established the Khalji Dynasty in 1290 AD after overthrowing the last ruler of the Slave Dynasty. He was the first ruler of this dynasty, making him the correct answer.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Alauddin Khalji was a prominent ruler of the Khalji Dynasty but not the first.
Option B: Balban was the last ruler of the Slave Dynasty, not the Khalji Dynasty.
Option C: Jalaluddin Khalji was the founder and first ruler of the Khalji Dynasty.
Option D: Humayun was a ruler of the Mughal Dynasty, not the Khalji Dynasty.

Mnemonic: Jalaluddin Jumps, Khalji Kingdoms

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