The decline of the Indus Valley Civilization is attributed to multiple factors. Which theory is currently most supported by archaeological evidence?

The correct answer is B: Environmental change, climate variation, and shift of monsoon patterns. Current archaeological consensus points to climate change, drying of rivers (particularly the Saraswati), and environmental degradation as primary causes of decline.

The Cripps Mission of 1942 was sent to India with which primary objective?

The correct answer is B: Secure Indian support for World War II. The Cripps Mission (1942) was sent to secure Indian cooperation in World War II by offering a post-war constituent assembly, but failed due to irreconcilable differences.

Constitution of India adopted on?

The correct answer is C: Nov 26 1949. This question asks about the specific date when the Constitution of India was officially adopted. The Constitution of India was adopted on November 26, 1949 by the Constituent Assembly of India, which had been drafting it since December 1946. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the Chairman of the Drafting Committee

Indus Valley Civilization also known as?

The correct answer is B: Harappan Civilization. This question asks about the alternative name for the Indus Valley Civilization, one of the world's earliest urban civilizations. The Indus Valley Civilization is also known as the Harappan Civilization because the city of Harappa was one of its two major urban centers (along with Mohenjo-daro) disc

Analyze the administrative structure: If a Gupta emperor wanted to monitor provincial governors for corruption, which system would he most likely employ?

The correct answer is B: A network of secret intelligence agents (Spies). Ancient Indian states, particularly under the Guptas, employed a sophisticated spy network to monitor officials and ensure loyalty, as detailed in political texts.

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Q.41 Easy British Rule

In which year did the British East India Company establish its first trading post in India?

A1608

B1600

C1615

D1620

Correct Answer: A. 1608

Explanation:

The British East India Company established its first trading post at Surat in 1608 under the leadership of Captain William Hawkins.

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Q.42 Easy British Rule

Which battle marked the beginning of British political dominance in India?

ABattle of Talikota

BBattle of Plassey

CBattle of Buxar

DBattle of Wandiwash

Correct Answer: B. Battle of Plassey

Explanation:

The Battle of Plassey (1757) between Robert Clive and Nawab Siraj-ud-Daulah marked the beginning of British political dominance in India.

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Q.43 Easy British Rule

Who was the first Governor-General of India under British rule?

AWarren Hastings

BRobert Clive

CWilliam Bentinck

DRichard Wellesley

Correct Answer: A. Warren Hastings

Explanation:

Warren Hastings served as the first Governor-General of India from 1774 to 1785 after the Regulating Act of 1773.

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Q.44 Easy British Rule

The Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 started at which military cantonment?

AKanpur

BMeerut

CLucknow

DDelhi

Correct Answer: B. Meerut

Explanation:

The Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 started at Meerut on May 10, 1857, when sepoys revolted against the British East India Company.

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Q.45 Easy British Rule

The Vernacular Press Act of 1878 was enacted during whose viceroyalty?

ALord Curzon

BLord Lytton

CLord Rippon

DLord Dufferin

Correct Answer: B. Lord Lytton

Explanation:

The Vernacular Press Act was passed during Lord Lytton's viceroyalty (1876-1880) to suppress nationalist newspapers and vernacular press criticism.

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Q.46 Easy British Rule

Which of the following was NOT a feature of the Regulating Act of 1773?

AEstablished the Governor-General of India

BCreated the Supreme Court in Calcutta

CIntroduced Dyarchy system of governance

DSubjected East India Company to Parliament

Correct Answer: C. Introduced Dyarchy system of governance

Explanation:

The Regulating Act of 1773 did not introduce dyarchy; it established the Governor-General position and Supreme Court. Dyarchy was introduced much later through the Government of India Act 1919.

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Q.47 Easy British Rule

The Permanent Settlement of 1793 in Bengal was implemented by which Governor-General?

AWarren Hastings

BLord Cornwallis

CLord Wellesley

DLord Hastings

Correct Answer: B. Lord Cornwallis

Explanation:

Lord Cornwallis implemented the Permanent Settlement in Bengal in 1793, which fixed land revenue payments and created the zamindari system.

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Q.48 Easy British Rule

The 1857 Revolt began in which cantonment?

AAmbala

BMeerut

CLucknow

DDelhi

Correct Answer: B. Meerut

Explanation:

The 1857 Revolt began at Meerut cantonment on May 10, 1857, when sepoys refused to use the new cartridges believed to be greased with animal fat.

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Q.49 Easy British Rule

The Hunter Commission was constituted to enquire about which incident?

ABengal Famine of 1770

BJallianwala Bagh Massacre of 1919

CSepoy Mutiny of 1857

DSalt March of 1930

Correct Answer: B. Jallianwala Bagh Massacre of 1919

Explanation:

The Hunter Commission (1920) was appointed to enquire into the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre of April 1919 in Amritsar.

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Q.50 Easy British Rule

Which act formally transferred India's administration from the East India Company to the British Crown?

AIndian Councils Act 1861

BGovernment of India Act 1858

CQueen's Proclamation 1858

DCharter Act 1833

Correct Answer: B. Government of India Act 1858

Explanation:

The Government of India Act 1858 formally ended Company rule and brought India under direct Crown administration, with the Viceroy as the supreme authority.

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