Q41. Consider the following statements about the administrative measures of Shivaji: 1. The scheme of Ashta Pradhan (eight ministers) was completed and announced at the time of Shivaji's coronation with regulations and duties properly defined. 2. Shivaji introduced Marathi in place of Persian and coined Sanskrit technical terms for administrative purposes. 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
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Correct answer: Both 1 and 2
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Q42. With reference to the Mesolithic art in India, consider the following statements: 1. Alexander Burns discovered the first rock paintings in India at Sohagighat in Uttar Pradesh. 2. Bhimbetka rock paintings were discovered when archaeologist V.S. Wakankar noticed the rocks out of a train window while travelling from Bhopal to Itarsi and got off at the nearest railway station to explore the site. 3. The paintings and engravings do not exist in the same shelter in the rock art of Orissa. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A 1 only B 2 only C 2 and 3 D 1 and 2
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Correct answer: 2 only
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Q43. In the decoration of Stupas, what does the term 'Kinjalkini' refer to?
A Creepers showing ornaments and textiles B Scarves and saris C Mango shaped pendants D A garland of a thousand lotus flowers
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Correct answer: A garland of a thousand lotus flowers
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Q44. Which of the following is/are the correct components of the "Lion Capital" at Sarnath? 1. The shaft (stambha-yashti) or the tall tapering column 2. An elliptical top part the abacus, devoid of any carvings 3. Overflowing inverted petals below the abacus Select the answer using the code given below:
A 1 only B 1 and 3 only C 2 and 3 only D 1, 2 and 3
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Correct answer: 1 and 3 only
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Q45. Who among the following were famous for their metal-casting skills and used to cast excellent matchlocks during the medieval period?
A Marathas B Rajputs C Ahoms D Gonds
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Correct answer: Ahoms
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Q46. Consider the following statements about the Ancient Hindu metal images in India: 1. The Chola period is well known for the aesthetic and technical finesse of its metal sculpture. 2. The iconography and style of Chola metal images were similar to those of their stone counterparts. 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
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Correct answer: Both 1 and 2
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Q47. The antariya was a garment worn by people during the Mauryan period. It was :
A an unstitched length of cloth draped around the body. B a sewn garment consisting of a sleeved tunic. C a head covering used exclusively by women. D made of strips sewn together tied at the waist with a cord.
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Correct answer: an unstitched length of cloth draped around the body.
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Q48. Consider the following statements with reference to the Utpala dynasty of Kashmir: 1. Avantivarman, the founder, devoted his energies to the economic upliftment of his subjects. 2. Avantivarman's period in Kashmir is known for the engineering operations under his minister Suyya, resulting in the enormous increase of grains and fall in prices. 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
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Correct answer: Both 1 and 2
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Q49. Consider the following pairs of High Offices and concerned Departments in the Mauryan Administration: 1. Samahartri: Chief Collector of Revenue 2. Dauvarika: Chief of Army 3. Akshapatala: Records-cum-Audit Officer 4. Samnidhatri: Treasurer Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
A 1 and 2 only B 1, 3 and 4 only C 3 and 4 only D 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Correct answer: 1, 3 and 4 only
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Q50. Consider the following pairs: 1. Gajapati: Name of a powerful Dynasty in Orissa 2. Ashvapati: Deccan Sultans 3. Narapati: Rayas of Vijayanagara Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
A 1 only B 2 only C 1, 2 and 3 D None of the above
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Correct answer: 1, 2 and 3
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Q51. Which one among the following was not part of the action programme of the Non- Cooperation Movement?
A The Congress organisation was to reach down to villages and the Mohalla level B Boycott of government affiliated schools and colleges C Taking control of the law and order machinery of the State by the Congress Working Committee D Surrender of titles and honours given by the government
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Correct answer: Taking control of the law and order machinery of the State by the Congress Working Committee
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Q52. Consider the following statements about the initial development of railways in British India: 1. Private financial investors for railways would get land free from the British Government in India. 2. The investors would get a return of 5 percent on their capital from the government if they ran at a loss or secured inadequate profit. 3. The railways would be jointly managed with the government. How many of the above statements is/are correct?
A 1 B 2 C 3 D None
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Correct answer: 2
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Q53. Which of the following industries was most affected by the deindustrialisation of India in the 19th century?
A Silk manufacture B Cotton textiles C Iron and steel D Woollen manufacture
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Correct answer: Cotton textiles
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Q54. Consider the following statements about the early phase of the National Movement in India : 1. Ferozeshah Mehta, Badruddin Tyabji and others formed the Bombay Presidency Association. 2. Surendranath Banerjee and his group planned an Indian National Conference at Calcutta. 3. Allan Octavian Hume decided to create an all-India body as a rival to the old organisations to give voice to the grievances of the poor and marginalized Indians. How many of the above statements is/are correct?
A 1 B 2 C All D None
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Correct answer: 2
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Q55. The distribution of charkhas on a wide scale among the people was decided by :
A Congress Working Committee in 1919 B All India Congress Committee in 1921 C Mahatma Gandhi at the start of Dandi March D All India Congress Committee in 1947
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Correct answer: All India Congress Committee in 1921
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Q56. Consider the following statements about the condition of widows in 18th century India: 1. Raja Sawai Jai Singh of Amber promoted widow remarriage. 2. Maratha General Parshuram Bhau promoted widow remarriage. 3. Raja Ram Mohan Roy opposed Sati. Which of the statements given above are correct ?
A 1 and 2 only B 1 and 3 only C 2 and 3 only D 1, 2 and 3
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Correct answer: 1, 2 and 3
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Q57. Which kingdom was described by Governor-General Lord Dalhousie as “A cherry that will drop into our mouth one day”?
A Delhi B Awadh C Jhansi D Gwalior
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Correct answer: Awadh
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Q58. Consider the following statements with reference to Census in India : 1. The first All India Census was attempted in 1872. 2. From 1881, decennial censuses became a regular feature. 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
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Correct answer: Both 1 and 2
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Q59. Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. During the Second Round Table Conference held in London in 1931, the British Government refused to accept the basic nationalist demand for freedom. 2. India was granted dominion status in 1932. 3. Viceroy Lord Willingdon adopted a policy of reconciliation with Congress. 4. The Civil Disobedience Movement was started with the breaking of salt laws. Select the answer using the code given below :
A 2 and 3 only B 4 only C 1 and 4 only D 1, 2 and 4
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Correct answer: 1 and 4 only
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Q60. Which of the following statements about Cabinet Mission are correct? 1. It was sent to India in 1946 to negotiate the transfer of power with the Indian leaders. 2. It proposed a two-tiered federal plan while conceding the largest measure of regional autonomy. 3. There was to be a federation of provinces and states, alongside a federal centre. 4. The individual provinces were allowed to form regional unions to which they could surrender some of their powers by mutual agreement. Select the answer using the code given below :
A 1 and 3 only B 1, 2 and 4 only C 2, 3 and 4 only D 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Correct answer: 1, 2, 3 and 4
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