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| 4701. |
Which of the following statements above Ryotwari settlement is/are correct? [NDA 2010-I] 1. It recognised the cultivators as the owner of land. 2. It was a temporary settlement. 3. It was introduced later than the permanent settlement. Select the correct answer using the codes given below |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 2 and 3 |
| C. | Only 1 |
| D. | All of these |
| Answer» E. | |
| 4702. |
In 1856, Awadh would not have been annexed with the British empire if the Nawab of Awadh had [NDA 2011-II] |
| A. | allied with the British |
| B. | not refused to introduce reforms as suggested by the British |
| C. | fought against the British |
| D. | a natural heir |
| Answer» E. | |
| 4703. |
Prior to 1813, which among the following measures, was not adopted by the British to exploit the Indians economically? [NDA 2010-I] |
| A. | Monopolising the trade of raw goods wherever possible and selling them at high rates |
| B. | Forcing Indian craftsman to produce quality products in fixed quantity and at fixed price |
| C. | Free Trade Policy |
| D. | Elimination of Indian traders from competition by every means |
| Answer» D. Elimination of Indian traders from competition by every means | |
| 4704. |
Under which one of the following systems of assessment, the British Government collected revenue directly from the farmer? [NDA 2008-II] |
| A. | Zamindari |
| B. | Ryotwari |
| C. | Annawari |
| D. | Desaiwari |
| Answer» C. Annawari | |
| 4705. |
In which of the following years was the first Railway line between Bombay and Thane laid? [NDA 2008-II] |
| A. | 1853 |
| B. | 1854 |
| C. | 1856 |
| D. | 1858 |
| Answer» B. 1854 | |
| 4706. |
Who among the following has started the Public Works Department in India in AD 1848? [NDA 2008-II] |
| A. | Lord William Bentinck |
| B. | Lord Dalhousie |
| C. | Lord Wellesley |
| D. | Lord Cornwallis |
| Answer» C. Lord Wellesley | |
| 4707. |
Who among the following was the first Governor General of India? [NDA 2008-I] |
| A. | Lord Amherst |
| B. | Lord William Bentinck |
| C. | Sir Charles Metcalfe |
| D. | Robert Clive |
| Answer» C. Sir Charles Metcalfe | |
| 4708. |
Which of the following statements about the Hastings Plan of 1772 is/ are correct? 1. Each district was to have a civil and a criminal Court. 2. The Judges were helped by native assessors who were skilled in Hindu and Islamic laws. 3. The Sadar Diwani Adalat was mainly meant to settle mercantile cases exceeding 10,000 in value. 4. These Courts did not put into place any preceding improvements. Select the correct answer using the code given below. |
| A. | 1 and 2 |
| B. | 3 and 4 |
| C. | 2 and 4 |
| D. | 2 only |
| Answer» B. 3 and 4 | |
| 4709. |
Consider the following statements and select the correct answer from the codes given below: Assertion [A]: First war of independence broke out in India in 1857, soon after the departure of Lord Dalhousie from India. Reason [R]: Lord Dalhousie's annexationist policy had caused great discontent. |
| A. | Both A and R are true and R is correct explanation of A. |
| B. | Both A and R are true, but R is not correct explanation of A. |
| C. | A is true, but R is false. |
| D. | A is false, but R is true. |
| Answer» B. Both A and R are true, but R is not correct explanation of A. | |
| 4710. |
Which building constructed in India by the British was known as White Town? |
| A. | Fort William (Calcutta) |
| B. | Residency (Lucknow) |
| C. | St. George (Madras) |
| D. | Victoria Memorial (Calcutta) |
| Answer» D. Victoria Memorial (Calcutta) | |
| 4711. |
Who was the Governor General of India during the Sepoy mutiny? |
| A. | Lord Dalhousei |
| B. | Lord Canning |
| C. | Lord Hardinge |
| D. | Lord Lytton |
| Answer» C. Lord Hardinge | |
| 4712. |
Assertion [A]: The Doctrine of Lapse was introduced under Lord Dalhousie. Reason [R]: Many native states lost their suzerainty under Doctrine of Lapse and the deposed leaders led the rebels in their region. |
| A. | Both A and B are true and R is the correct explanation. |
| B. | Both A and B are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A. |
| C. | A is true but R is false. |
| D. | A is false but R is true. |
| Answer» C. A is true but R is false. | |
| 4713. |
Given below are two statements, one labelled as Assertion [A] and the other labelled as Reason [R]. Assertion [A]: With the acquisition of Diwani of Bengal the company directly organised the 'drain of wealth. Reason [R]: The company began to send to England the revenue of Bengal through what were called 'Investment'. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct? |
| A. | Both A and R are true and is the correct explanation of A. |
| B. | Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A. |
| C. | A is true, but R is false. |
| D. | A is false, but R is true. |
| Answer» B. Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A. | |
| 4714. |
Which of the following statements regarding Permanent Settlement is/are correct? 1. The Permanent Settlement was introduced in parts of the Madras and Bombay presidencies. 2. The Permanent Settlement created a new class of landlords with hereditary rights on land. 3. The landlords created by the Permanent Settlement could never be removed under any circumstance. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» C. 2 and 3 only | |
| 4715. |
Consider the following statements regarding Subsidiary Alliances introduced in India by Lord Wellesley. 1. Wellesley followed the policy of the annexation of the territories of previously subordinated rulers. 2. The protected states under the Alliance could not employ any European in their service without the approval of the British. 3. The British promised not to interfere in the internal affairs of the protected states and they often kept it. 4. Though the armies of the protected states were remained but they were to be used by the British. Which of the statements given above are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1, 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
| Answer» B. 2 and 3 only | |
| 4716. |
Consider the following statements: 1. Cornwallis established a regular police force in India to maintain law and order and Zamindars were relieved from their police work. 2. Indians were excluded from all the superior posts in the police department during 19th century under the British rule. 3. In the beginning, the British police model was followed to organize Indian police. Which of the following statements is/arc correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 3 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 3 only | |
| 4717. |
From which year, did the British start striking Indian coins with the portrait of the British king? |
| A. | 1835 |
| B. | 1858 |
| C. | 1860 |
| D. | 1758 |
| Answer» B. 1858 | |
| 4718. |
Consider the following statements regarding the administrative policies of East India Company in India during 1757 to 1857: 1. The administrative policies remained same without any major change during this period. 2. The main emphasis of the administration was placed on the maintenance of law and order. 3. In 1772, the Company ended the dual government in Bengal and undertook the administration directly. Which of the statements given above is/arc incorrect? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 3 only |
| C. | 2 and 3 only |
| D. | 1 and 3 only |
| Answer» B. 3 only | |
| 4719. |
Consider the following statements in regard to the event during the rule of Lord Cornwallis as the Governor General: 1. He brought in the separation of revenue administration and civil jurisdiction through the Cornwallis code. 2. He introduced the civil services in India. 3. Subsidiary alliance system was started under his rule. Which of the statements given above are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 2 and 3 only | |
| 4720. |
Consider the following statements regarding the Mahalwari System of land revenue: 1. It was introduced in the Ganga valley, tine North West provinces, parts of central India and the Punjab. 2. The revenue settlement under tins system was done with landlords or heads of families who collectively claimed to be landlords of the village or the estate. 3. Under this system, the land revenue was determined on permanent basis. Which of the statements given above are correct? |
| A. | 1 and 2 only |
| B. | 2 and 3 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» B. 2 and 3 only | |
| 4721. |
Find the correct chronological order of the following events from the codes given below: 1. Abolition of dual government in Bengal 2. Treaty of Allahabad 3. Battle of Plassey 4. Battle of Wandiwash |
| A. | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| B. | 2, 3, 4, 1 |
| C. | 3, 4, 2, 1 |
| D. | 4, 1, 3, 2 |
| Answer» D. 4, 1, 3, 2 | |
| 4722. |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists: List-I List-II A. Mahalwari Settlement 1. Jonathan Duncan B. Permanent Settlement of Bengal 2. Thomas Munro C. Ryotwari Settlement 3. Cornwallis D. Permanent Settlement of Banaras 4. Halt Mackenzie |
| A. | A-1 B-2 C-3 D-4 |
| B. | A-2 B-4 C-1 D-3 |
| C. | A-3 B-1 C-4 D-2 |
| D. | A-4 B-3 C-2 D-1 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 4723. |
Which one of the following statements is not a feature of the Permanent Land Settlement? |
| A. | It was implemented in Bengal, Bihar and Odisha. |
| B. | There were three parties in it, viz. the Government, Zamindar and the Ryots. |
| C. | Land revenue was permanently fixed by it. |
| D. | The total amount of the land revenue to be collected was rupees four crores. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 4724. |
Which of the following pairs is/are correctly matched? 1. Father of Civil Service Lord Cornwallis 2. Father of Police Service Lord Clive 3. Father of Judicial Service Warren Hastings Select the correct answer from the codes given below: |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 1 and 2 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3 | |
| 4725. |
In British India, the Home Charge was an important part of Drain of wealth. Which of the following funds constituted home charges? 1. Funds used to support the India office in London. 2. Funds used to pay salaries and pensions of British personnel engaged in India. 3. Funds used for waging wars outside India by the British. Select the correct answer from the codes given below: |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 1 and 2 only |
| C. | 1 and 3 only |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 4726. |
With reference to Ryotwari settlement, consider the following statements: 1. The rent was paid directly by the peasants to the Government. 2. The Government gave Pattas to the Ryots. 3. The lands were surveyed and assessed before being taxed. Which of the statements given above is/arc correct? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 1 and 2 |
| C. | 2 and 3 |
| D. | 1, 2 and 3 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 4727. |
Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer from the codes given below: List-1 (Wars) List-II (Period) A. Second Anglo-Sikh war 1. 1814-16 B. Second Anglo-Maratha war 2. 1890-92 C. Third Anglo-My sore war 3. 1803-05 D. Anglo-Nepal war 4. 1848-49 |
| A. | A-1 B-2 C-3 D-4 |
| B. | A-2 B-1 C-4 D-3 |
| C. | A-4 B-3 C-2 D-1 |
| D. | A-3 B-4 C-1 D-2 |
| Answer» D. A-3 B-4 C-1 D-2 | |
| 4728. |
The permanent settlement of Lord Cornwallis gave the ownership of land to |
| A. | Zamindars |
| B. | Peasants |
| C. | State |
| D. | Nobles |
| Answer» B. Peasants | |
| 4729. |
Consider the following princely states of the British rule in India; 1. Jhansi 2. Sambhalpur 3. Satara 4. Nagpur The correct chronological order in which they were annexed by the British is |
| A. | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| B. | 2, 1, 3, 4 |
| C. | 4, 3, 2, 1 |
| D. | 3, 2, 1, 4 |
| Answer» E. | |
| 4730. |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists: List-I List-II A. Land allotted to big feudal landlords 1.Jagirdari System B. Land allotted to revenue fanners or rent collectors 2.Ryotwari System C. Land allotted to each peasant with the right to sublet, mortgage, gift or sell 3.Mahalwari D. Revenue settlements made at village level 4.Zamindari System |
| A. | A-1 B-3 C-2 D-4 |
| B. | A-1 B-4 C-2 D-3 |
| C. | A-3 B-4 C-1 D-2 |
| D. | A-2 B-1 C-3 D-4 |
| Answer» C. A-3 B-4 C-1 D-2 | |
| 4731. |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists: List-I List-II A. 1775 1. First Anglo-Burmese war B. 1780 2. First Anglo-Afghan war C. 1824 3. First Anglo-Maratha war D. 1838 4. Second Anglo-Mysore war |
| A. | A-4 B-3 C-2 D-1 |
| B. | A-4 B-3 C-1 D-2 |
| C. | A-3 B-4 C-1 D-2 |
| D. | A-3 B-4 C-2 D-1 |
| Answer» D. A-3 B-4 C-2 D-1 | |
| 4732. |
Consider the following statements: 1. Warren Hastings was the first Governor General of India. 2. Lord Canning was the first Viceroy of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct'? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2 | |
| 4733. |
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given below the lists: List-I List-II A. Lord Bentinck 1. The Partition of Bengal B. Lord Dalhousie 2. Local Self- Government C. Lord Rippon 3. Abolition of Sati Pratha D. Lord Curzon 4. Doctrine of Lapse |
| A. | A-3 B-4 C-2 D-1 |
| B. | A-3 B-2 C-4 D-1 |
| C. | A-2 B-1 C-3 D-4 |
| D. | A-4 B-3 C-1 D-2 |
| Answer» B. A-3 B-2 C-4 D-1 | |
| 4734. |
Consider the following statements; 1. Robert Clive was the first Governor General of Bengal. 2. William Bentinck was the first Governor General of India. Which of the statements given above is/arc correct? |
| A. | 1 only |
| B. | 2 only |
| C. | Both 1 and 2 |
| D. | Neither 1 nor 2 |
| Answer» C. Both 1 and 2 | |
| 4735. |
The emergence of British power in India is from the battle of Buxar." Who made this statement? |
| A. | Sir Stephen |
| B. | Ramsay Muir |
| C. | Dr. K.K. Datta |
| D. | Dr. R.C. Majumdar |
| Answer» B. Ramsay Muir | |
| 4736. |
Who among the following formulated and implemented the 'Doctrine of Lapse'? |
| A. | Lord Wellesley |
| B. | Lord Clive |
| C. | Lord Hastings |
| D. | Lord Dalhousie |
| Answer» E. | |
| 4737. |
The kingdom of Ranjeet Singh included |
| A. | Delhi |
| B. | Kabul |
| C. | Makran |
| D. | Srinagar |
| Answer» B. Kabul | |
| 4738. |
Who among the following has been called as a "Heaven Born General"? |
| A. | Francis Dupleix |
| B. | Robert Clive |
| C. | Albuquerque |
| D. | Lord Cornwallis |
| Answer» C. Albuquerque | |
| 4739. |
Who of the following g was impeached in the British Parliament? |
| A. | Warren Hastings |
| B. | Lord Hastings |
| C. | Lord Clive |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» B. Lord Hastings | |
| 4740. |
Which Governor General had abolished slavery in India? |
| A. | Lord Cornwallis |
| B. | Lord Wellesley |
| C. | Lord William Bentinck |
| D. | Lord Ellen borough |
| Answer» E. | |
| 4741. |
Who among the following was the British residence in Awadh at the time of its annexation into British dominion? |
| A. | James Outram |
| B. | W.H. Sleeman |
| C. | General Low |
| D. | Bishop R. Hebar |
| Answer» B. W.H. Sleeman | |
| 4742. |
The tomb of Lord Cornwallis is situated at |
| A. | Ghazipur |
| B. | Gorakhpur |
| C. | Varanasi |
| D. | Ballia |
| Answer» B. Gorakhpur | |
| 4743. |
Who among the following was the first Governor General of India? |
| A. | Robert Clive |
| B. | Lord Canning |
| C. | Lord William Bentinck |
| D. | Lord Wellesley |
| Answer» D. Lord Wellesley | |
| 4744. |
Which one among the following states was first annexed by Lord Dalhousie under the Doctrine of Lapse? |
| A. | Hyderabad |
| B. | Jhansi |
| C. | Sambalpur |
| D. | Satara |
| Answer» E. | |
| 4745. |
Who was the first Governor General of Bengal? |
| A. | Lord Clive |
| B. | Warren Hastings |
| C. | Lord Wellesley |
| D. | Lord Hastings |
| Answer» C. Lord Wellesley | |
| 4746. |
When was the East India Company brought under the parliamentary control? |
| A. | 1773 |
| B. | 1784 |
| C. | 1793 |
| D. | None of these |
| Answer» B. 1784 | |
| 4747. |
Who of the following laid the first rail line in India? |
| A. | Lord Ellen borough |
| B. | Lord Canning |
| C. | Lord Dufferin |
| D. | Lord Dalhousie |
| Answer» E. | |
| 4748. |
Who of the following introduced the revenue system called Permanent Settlement? |
| A. | Lord William Bentinck |
| B. | Lord Cornwallis |
| C. | Lord Wellesley |
| D. | Lord Dalhousie |
| Answer» C. Lord Wellesley | |
| 4749. |
Who among the following was the advisor of Lord Cornwallis in his judicial reforms? |
| A. | Jonathan Duncan |
| B. | Charles Grant |
| C. | James Grant |
| D. | Sir William Jones |
| Answer» E. | |
| 4750. |
Who was the father of Civil Service? |
| A. | Lord Minto |
| B. | Lord Wellesley |
| C. | Lord William Bentinck |
| D. | Lord Cornwallis |
| Answer» E. | |