Easy History Quiz Questions
The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre, also known as the Amritsar Massacre, took place at Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar, Punjab on ________.
(A) 13 April 1919
(B) 13 August 1867
(C) 17 March 1909
(D) 4 May 1929
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
The Jallianwala Bagh massacre, also known as the Amritsar massacre, took place on 13 April 1919.
The original Buddhist religious texts had been written in –
(A) Prakrit
(B) Brahmi
(C) Magadhi
(D) Pali
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
The hallowed book of Buddhism is known as the Tripitaka (called Tipitaka in Pali). It is likewise called the Pali Canon, after the language wherein it was first composed. It is written in an antiquated Indian language called Pali which is exceptionally near the language that the Buddha himself talked.
In which year, Land Holder’s society was established in India?
(A) 1848
(B) 1850
(C) 1806
(D) 1838
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
The Landholders' Society in India was established in 1838. This society was formed by large landowners in Bengal in response to the new land revenue policies introduced by the British East India Company. The society aimed to protect the interests of the landlords and address their grievances related to revenue assessment and land tenure systems.
Who among the following was the founder of the Paris Indian Society?
(A) Bhikaji Kama
(B) Lala Hardayal
(C) S R Rana
(D) Taraknath
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
Bhikaiji Cama moved to Paris where she founded the Paris Indian Society. Munchershah Burjorji Godrej and S.R. Rana were the co-founders of this society.
In which year, the Danish East India company was formed?
(A) 1626
(B) 1617
(C) 1616
(D) 1615
Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
The Danish East India Company was formed in the year 1616. The company played a role in trade and colonial activities in Asia, including India, during the 17th and 18th centuries. It established trading posts and forts in various parts of India, particularly in Tranquebar (now Tharangambadi) on the southeastern coast.
The main reason for which rebellion was the exploitation by Raja Jagannath Singh and his backwardness to the British?
(A) Santhal Rebellion
(B) Bhumij Rebellion
(C) Ho Rebellion
(D) None of these
Correct Answer : C
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