History

Modern Indian Historical Figures

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Attempt questions covering prominent modern Indian historical figures, including freedom fighters, Maratha leaders, and key political personalities. This topic is a staple in the general studies section of civil services and state exams. Review these questions to strengthen your knowledge of India's colonial and postcolonial leaders.

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Modern Indian Historical Figures Questions

Multiple choice

Which Maratha ruler signed the Treaty of Salbai with the British East India Company?

  1. Shivaji Bhonsle

  2. Sambhaji Bhonsle

  3. Rajaram Bhonsle

  4. Madhavrao Peshwa
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Explanation

Madhavrao Peshwa, the Peshwa (prime minister) of the Maratha Empire, signed the Treaty of Salbai with the British East India Company in 1782.

Multiple choice

Which Maratha general is credited with developing the Maratha navy?

  1. Kanhoji Angre

  2. Balaji Vishwanath

  3. Nana Phadnavis

  4. Mahadji Sindhia
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Kanhoji Angre, a prominent Maratha admiral, is credited with developing the Maratha navy and challenging the dominance of European powers in the Indian Ocean.

Multiple choice

Who was the architect of the Mountbatten Plan?

  1. Lord Louis Mountbatten

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Muhammad Ali Jinnah

  4. Vallabhbhai Patel
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Lord Louis Mountbatten, the last Viceroy of India, was responsible for devising the Mountbatten Plan.

Multiple choice

The Radcliffe Line was drawn by which British official?

  1. Cyril Radcliffe

  2. Lord Mountbatten

  3. Jawaharlal Nehru

  4. Muhammad Ali Jinnah
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The Radcliffe Line was drawn by British official Cyril Radcliffe.

Multiple choice

Which Dalit historian is known for his work on the history of the Mahar community?

  1. Dhananjay Keer

  2. Govind Pansare

  3. Baburao Bagul

  4. Sharankumar Limbale
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Baburao Bagul is a prominent Dalit historian known for his extensive research and writings on the history of the Mahar community, a Dalit caste in Maharashtra.

Multiple choice

Which Dalit historian has written about the history of the Matang community?

  1. Dhananjay Keer

  2. Govind Pansare

  3. Baburao Bagul

  4. Sharankumar Limbale
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Explanation

Sharankumar Limbale is a Dalit historian and writer known for his work on the history of the Matang community, a Dalit caste in Maharashtra.

Multiple choice

Which Dalit historian has written about the history of the Chambhar community?

  1. Dhananjay Keer

  2. Govind Pansare

  3. Baburao Bagul

  4. Sharankumar Limbale
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Explanation

Govind Pansare is a prominent Dalit historian and activist known for his work on the history of the Chambhar community, a Dalit caste in Maharashtra.

Multiple choice

Which Dalit historian has written about the history of the Bhangi community?

  1. Dhananjay Keer

  2. Govind Pansare

  3. Baburao Bagul

  4. Sharankumar Limbale
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Explanation

Dhananjay Keer is a prominent Dalit historian known for his work on the history of the Bhangi community, a Dalit caste traditionally associated with cleaning work.

Multiple choice

Which Dalit historian has written about the history of the Dhor community?

  1. Dhananjay Keer

  2. Govind Pansare

  3. Baburao Bagul

  4. Sharankumar Limbale
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Explanation

Baburao Bagul is a prominent Dalit historian known for his work on the history of the Dhor community, a Dalit caste in Maharashtra.

Multiple choice

Who was the first Director of the Geological Survey of India?

  1. Thomas Oldham

  2. John Medlicott

  3. Henry Blanford

  4. Robert Bruce Foote
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Thomas Oldham was the first Director of the Geological Survey of India from 1851 to 1876.

Multiple choice

Who was the first Surveyor General of India?

  1. James Rennell

  2. William Lambton

  3. George Everest

  4. Andrew Waugh
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James Rennell was the first Surveyor General of India, serving from 1767 to 1777.

Multiple choice

Who was the last Viceroy of India before independence?

  1. Lord Mountbatten

  2. Lord Wavell

  3. Lord Linlithgow

  4. Lord Irwin
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Lord Mountbatten was the last Viceroy of India before independence. He was appointed in March 1947 and oversaw the transfer of power from the British government to the Indian leaders.

Multiple choice

Which emperor is known for his role in the Boxer Rebellion?

  1. Kangxi Emperor

  2. Yongzheng Emperor

  3. Qianlong Emperor

  4. Cixi
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Explanation

Cixi, also known as Empress Dowager Cixi, is known for her role in the Boxer Rebellion.

Multiple choice

Who was the first Governor of the Reserve Bank of India?

  1. C. D. Deshmukh

  2. H. V. R. Iengar

  3. B. R. Bhagat

  4. Manmohan Singh
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C. D. Deshmukh was the first Governor of the Reserve Bank of India after its nationalization in 1949.

Multiple choice

Who was the founder of the Parsi Lying-in Hospital?

  1. Dr. Bhau Daji Lad

  2. Dr. Pestanji Hormusji Cama

  3. Dr. Mancherji Edalji Joshi

  4. Dr. Dadabhai Naoroji
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Explanation

Dr. Bhau Daji Lad, a prominent Parsi physician and social reformer, was the founder of the Parsi Lying-in Hospital.