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

Who was the most prominent leader of the Muslim League?

  1. Nawab Salimullah Khan

  2. Sir Syed Ahmed Khan

  3. Muhammad Ali Jinnah

  4. Liaquat Ali Khan
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Explanation

Muhammad Ali Jinnah was the most prominent leader of the Muslim League, serving as its president from 1937 to 1947.

Multiple choice

Who was the first Governor-General of Pakistan?

  1. Muhammad Ali Jinnah

  2. Liaquat Ali Khan

  3. Khawaja Nazimuddin

  4. Ghulam Muhammad
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Explanation

Muhammad Ali Jinnah was the first Governor-General of Pakistan, serving from 1947 to 1948.

Multiple choice

Who was the founder of the Maratha Confederacy?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Baji Rao I

  3. Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath

  4. Nana Sahib
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Explanation

Shivaji is known as the founder of the Maratha Confederacy.

Multiple choice

Which Maratha ruler was known as the 'Nana Sahib'?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Baji Rao I

  3. Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath

  4. Nana Sahib
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Explanation

Nana Sahib was known as the 'Nana Sahib'.

Multiple choice

Which Maratha ruler was known as the 'Maratha Washington'?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Baji Rao I

  3. Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath

  4. Nana Sahib
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Explanation

Baji Rao I was known as the 'Maratha Washington'.

Multiple choice

Who was the first editor of the Journal of the Asiatic Society of Bengal?

  1. James Prinsep

  2. Henry Thomas Colebrooke

  3. Horace Hayman Wilson

  4. Alexander Cunningham
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Explanation

James Prinsep was the first editor of the Journal of the Asiatic Society of Bengal, serving from 1832 to 1840.

Multiple choice

Which Jodhpur ruler signed a treaty with the British East India Company?

  1. Rao Jodha

  2. Rao Bika

  3. Rao Maldeo

  4. Rao Man Singh
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Explanation

Rao Man Singh signed a treaty with the British East India Company in 1818.

Multiple choice

Which Jodhpur ruler was known as the 'Iron Man of India'?

  1. Rao Jodha

  2. Rao Bika

  3. Rao Maldeo

  4. Rao Sardar Singh
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Explanation

Rao Sardar Singh was known as the 'Iron Man of India' for his bravery and military prowess.

Multiple choice

Which Jodhpur ruler was a keen sportsman and played polo?

  1. Rao Jodha

  2. Rao Bika

  3. Rao Maldeo

  4. Rao Hanwant Singh
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Explanation

Rao Hanwant Singh was a keen sportsman and played polo.

Multiple choice

Who wrote the book "The Great Rebellion: India 1857", which provides an in-depth analysis of the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

  1. Eric Stokes

  2. Sepoy Mutiny

  3. William Dalrymple

  4. Christopher Bayly
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Explanation

Eric Stokes wrote the book "The Great Rebellion: India 1857", which provides an in-depth analysis of the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

Multiple choice

Which Indian historian is known for his work on the history of the Sikh Empire?

  1. Khushwant Singh

  2. Ganda Singh

  3. Teja Singh

  4. Hari Ram Gupta
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Khushwant Singh is a renowned Indian historian known for his work on the history of the Sikh Empire.

Multiple choice

Who was the first captain of the INCT?

  1. C. K. Nayudu

  2. Vijay Merchant

  3. Lala Amarnath

  4. Vijay Hazare
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C. K. Nayudu was the first captain of the INCT, leading the team in their first Test match against England in 1932.

Multiple choice

Which Governor-General of India introduced the Permanent Settlement in Bengal?

  1. Lord Cornwallis

  2. Lord Wellesley

  3. Lord Hastings

  4. Lord Dalhousie
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Explanation

Lord Cornwallis introduced the Permanent Settlement in Bengal in 1793. The settlement fixed the land revenue for a period of 10 years and made the zamindars the permanent owners of their lands.

Multiple choice

Which Governor-General of India introduced the Ryotwari Settlement in Madras?

  1. Lord Cornwallis

  2. Lord Wellesley

  3. Lord Hastings

  4. Lord Dalhousie
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Explanation

Lord Munro introduced the Ryotwari Settlement in Madras in 1820. The settlement fixed the land revenue for a period of 30 years and made the ryots the direct tenants of the government.

Multiple choice

Which Governor-General of India introduced the Mahalwari Settlement in the North-Western Provinces?

  1. Lord Cornwallis

  2. Lord Wellesley

  3. Lord Hastings

  4. Lord Dalhousie
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Lord Hastings introduced the Mahalwari Settlement in the North-Western Provinces in 1822. The settlement fixed the land revenue for a period of 20 years and made the village communities the collective owners of their lands.