Modern Indian History

Here are some MCQs about the British Raj’s relations with princely states in India 1. Which of the following is the correct term for the political system where some territories in India were ruled by local hereditary rulers, while others were under direct British control?a) Federal systemb) Princely statesc) Provincial autonomyd) Dyarchy 2. The rulers … Read more

Here are some MCQs about the Provincial Administration during the British Raj in India 1. Who was the head of the provincial administration in British India?a) Governor-Generalb) Viceroyc) Lieutenant Governord) Prime Minister 2. Which of the following provinces was not one of the major provinces of British India?a) Bengalb) Punjabc) Madrasd) Assam 3. The Indian … Read more

Here are MCQs about the British Raj and the Viceroys of India from 1858 to 1947 1. Who was the first Viceroy of India, assuming the position in 1858?a) Lord Canningb) Lord Mayoc) Lord Dalhousied) Lord Lytton 2. Which Viceroy of India is known for the introduction of the Vernacular Press Act, restricting the freedom … Read more

Here are some MCQs about the Indian Rebellion of 1857 (The Revolt of 1857) 1. The Indian Rebellion of 1857, also known as the Sepoy Mutiny or the First War of Independence, began in which city?a) Delhib) Kolkata (Calcutta)c) Meerutd) Lucknow 2. The immediate cause of the Sepoy Mutiny was the introduction of new rifle … Read more

Here are some MCQs about Resistance Movements in India before the Indian Rebellion of 1857 (Sepoy Mutiny) 1. The Santhal Rebellion (1855-1856) took place in which region of India?a) Bengalb) Punjabc) Madras (Chennai)d) Bombay (Mumbai) 2. The Santhal Rebellion was led by the Santhal tribe against the exploitative policies of:a) British East India Companyb) Mughal … Read more

Here are some MCQs about the East India Company’s internal administration and regulation 1. What was the highest administrative body of the East India Company in London?a) Court of Directorsb) Board of Controlc) Court of Proprietorsd) Governor-General’s Council 2. The highest administrative authority of the East India Company in India was known as the:a) Governor-General’s … Read more

Here are some MCQs about the East India Company’s rule, focusing on revenue, reforms, and other aspects 1. What was the primary source of revenue for the East India Company during its rule in India?a) Land taxb) Import dutiesc) Export taxesd) Spice trade 2. The system of land revenue introduced by the East India Company … Read more

Here are some MCQs about the British conquest and annexation of territories till 1857 in India 1. The Battle of Plassey in 1757 marked the beginning of British conquest in India. It took place in which present-day Indian state?a) West Bengalb) Biharc) Odishad) Jharkhand 2. Who led the British East India Company’s forces to victory … Read more

Certainly! Here are 30 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) about the French East India Company, along with their answers and options: 1. When was the French East India Company founded?a) 1500b) 1604c) 1664d) 1707 2. The primary objective of the French East India Company was to:a) Establish colonies in Indiab) Promote French culture in Indiac) Control and … Read more

Here are some MCQs about the Initial days of the British East India Company 1. When was the British East India Company founded?a) 1600b) 1658c) 1707d) 1757 2. The primary objective of the British East India Company was to:a) Establish colonies in Indiab) Promote British culture in Indiac) Control and monopolize trade with Indiad) Convert … Read more