21. Who was the British governor-general responsible for the implementation of the Permanent Settlement in Bengal?
a) Lord Cornwallis
b) Lord Dalhousie
c) Lord Wellesley
d) Lord Curzon
22. The 18th century saw the decline of the Indian naval power due to the rise of European naval dominance. Which Indian dynasty was known for its naval prowess in earlier centuries?
a) Gupta
b) Maurya
c) Chola
d) Mughal
23. Which city was an important center of trade and commerce on India’s western coast during the 18th century?
a) Calicut
b) Surat
c) Madras
d) Bombay
24. The 18th century also witnessed the rise of which powerful woman ruler in South India?
a) Razia Sultana
b) Rani Padmini
c) Rani Lakshmibai
d) Rani Ahilyabai Holkar
25. The British East India Company’s rule in India during the 18th century was initially based on:
a) Partnership with Indian rulers
b) Complete annexation of Indian states
c) Cooperation with the French East India Company
d) Diplomatic treaties with China
