Indian History Practice Question and Answer

Q:

When did the Harappan civilization flourish?

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    2500 to 1500 BCE
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    500 BCE to 500 CE
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    1000 to 500 BCE
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    2000 to 1000 BCE
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Answer : 1. "2500 to 1500 BCE"
Explanation :

The Harappan civilization, also known as the Indus Valley civilization, flourished around 3300 to 1300 BCE. It was one of the world's earliest urban civilizations, and its remains have been discovered in the modern-day countries of India and Pakistan, as well as Afghanistan and Iran. The civilization was named after the ancient city of Harappa, one of its major centers.

Q:

In which state of India is the Wangala festival celebrated? 

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    Meghalaya
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    Kerala
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    Goa
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    Jharkhand
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Answer : 1. "Meghalaya "

Q:

Who was the First English president of the INC, under whose presidency Allahabad session of 1888 took place?

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    Alfred Webb
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    George Yule
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    Sir William Wedderburn
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    None of these
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Answer : 2. "George Yule"

Q:

The book titled 'My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Actions' is an autobiography of:

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    Pratibha Patil
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    Atal Bihari Vajpayee
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    APJ Abdul Kalam
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    Lal Krishna Advani
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Answer : 3. "APJ Abdul Kalam"
Explanation :

1. The book titled 'My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Action' is written by former President of India, Dr. A.P.J. It is the autobiography of Abdul Kalam.

2. This book describes his journey from childhood to becoming the President of India.

3. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Saheb served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007.

4. Thus he came to be known as the Missile Man of India for his work on the development of ballistic missiles and launch vehicle technology.

Q:

Which of these battles proved decisive in the Anglo-French rivalry in India?

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    Battle of Wandiwash
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    Battle of Plassey
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    Battle of Seringapattnam
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    Battle of Mysore
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Answer : 1. "Battle of Wandiwash"

Q:

What was the main occupation of the Vedic people?

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    Agriculture and cattle herding
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    Trade and commerce
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    Metalworking
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    Fishing
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Answer : 1. "Agriculture and cattle herding"
Explanation :

Explanation: Agriculture and cattle herding were the primary occupations of the Vedic people.

Q:

In which year was the partition of Bengal carried out by the British Viceroy Lord Curzon?

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    1905
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    1901
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    1907
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    1911
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Answer : 1. "1905"
Explanation :

Bengal Partition

1. In 1905, Lord Curzon divided the Bengal province of India into two parts.

2. West Bengal was Hindu majority, while East Bengal was Muslim majority.

3. The purpose of this partition was to create a Muslim-majority province in India, but instead, it led to communal tension and strengthening of the Indian national movement.

4. Opposition to the Partition of Bengal was widespread across India, and it was eventually annulled in 1911.

Q:

Which one of the following ruler was not contemporary to ‘Buddha’– 

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    Udayn
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    Bimbisara
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    Ajat Shatru
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    Mahapadmananda
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Answer : 4. "Mahapadmananda "
Explanation :

Ajat Shatru, Bimbisara and Udayin were contemporary to Buddha. Mahapadmananda was not contemporary ruler to Buddha.

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