Top 30 History MCQs for TNPSC,TN TRB,TNUSRB Exams

பல்வேறு போட்டித் தேர்வுகளில் வரலாறு முக்கியப் பங்காற்றுகிறது, விண்ணப்பதாரர்களுக்கு அவர்களின் தயாரிப்பில் உதவ, நாங்கள் 30 கேள்விகளை (MCQs) தொகுத்துள்ளோம். உங்கள் வரலாறு அறிவை மேம்படுத்துவதற்கும், வரவிருக்கும் தேர்வுகளுக்கு உங்களை சிறப்பாக தயார்படுத்துவதற்கும் ஒவ்வொரு கேள்விக்கும் சரியான பதில் உள்ளது.

Top 30 History MCQs

Q1. What was the immediate aim of the Treaty of Purander in 1665?

(a) To gain the goodwill of Shivaji

(b) To sow seeds of contention between Shivaji and the Sultan of Bijapur

(d) To make Shivaji a puppet of the Mughals

Q2. During the rule of Shivaji, the Foreign Minister was known as

(a) Sumant

(b) Amatya

(d) Sachiv

Q3.Which Sikh Guru initiated ‘The Khalsa’?

(a) Guru Nanak Dev

(b) Guru Gobind Singh

(d) Guru Tegh Bahadur

Q4. Who amongst the following was the successor of Sikh Guru Har Krishan?

(a) Guru Angad Dev

(b) Guru Tegh Bahadur

(d) Guru Amar Das

Q5.The Sikh Guru who fought in the Mughal ranks during the reign of Aurangazeb was

(a) Tegh Bahadur

(b) Har Rai

(d) Angad

Q6.Sikhism was founded in which of the following centuries?

(a) 13-14th century

(b) 11-12th century

(d) 12-13th century

Q7.Who among the following Maratha Ruler Abolished Jagidari System and implemented Ryotwari System?

(a) Shivaji

(b) AKbar

(d) None of these

Q8. Who was the Governor-General of British during the Second Anglo-Maratha War?

(a) Warren Hasting

(b) Lord Canning

(d) William Hardinge

Q9.The Chief of the Village was known as ___ during Shivaji Administration.

(a) Karkun

(b) Viceroy

(d) None of these

Q10. The third battle of Panipat was fought under whose time period?

(a) Madhav Rao Narayan

(b) Balaji Vishwanath

(d) Balaji Baji Rao

Q11.Who was the Governor-general of India during the Sepoy Mutiny?

(a) Lord Canning

(b) Lord Clive

(d) Lord William

Q12. Permanent Settlement was introduced during the tenure of?

(a) Lord Dalhousie

(b) Lord Wellesley

(d) Lord Cornwallis

Q13. What was the committee appointed by Lord Curzon to reform the police department?

(a) Fraizer Committee

(b) Raleigh Committee

(d) Thomas Committee

Q14. The Governor-General who organized the Public Works Department?

(a) Warren Hastings

(b) Lord Cornwallis

(d) None of these

Q15.Who was the Viceroy when the third Anglo-Burmese war was fought?

(a) Lord Canning

(b) Lord Harding

(d) Lord Dufferin

Q16. During whose tenure was the Delhi Durbar event accomplished?

(a) Lord Canning

(b) Lord Dufferin

(d) Lord Hastings

Q17. The First Anglo Maratha war was fought at the time of?

(a) Lord Dalhousie

(b) Robert Clive

(d) Warren Hastings

Q18. Who was the Viceroy of India during the first Malabar Rebellion?

(a) Lord Clive

(b) Lord Reading

(d) None of these

Q19. In which year was the Wavell plan presented?

(a) 1946

(b) 1945

(d) 1944

Q20. When was Cornwallis appointed as Governor General of Bengal?

(a) 1783

(b) 1786

(d) 1784

Q21.The French East India Company was founded in ________.

(a) 1669

(b) 1664

(d) 1666

Q22.Who among the following used Hooghly as the base for piracy in the Bay of Bengal?

(a) The Portuguese

(b) The French

(d) The British

Q23. Even though India became independent in 1947 but Daman and Diu remained a European colony till 1961. Which country ruled over it?

(a) France

(b) Britain

(d) Portugal

Q24. Which one of the following European trading companies adopted the “Blue Water Policy” in India?

(a) Dutch company

(b) French company

(d) British East India Company

Q25.Which European power established the first permanent trading post in India?

(a) Portugal

(b) Spain

(d) France

Q26.Who was the British monarch when the English East India Company was granted a royal charter?

(a) Queen Elizabeth I

(b) King Henry VIII

(d) Queen Victoria

Q27.The Treaty of Bassein in 1802 was signed between the British East India Company and which Indian ruler?

(a) Tipu Sultan of Mysore

(b) Ranjit Singh of Punjab

(d) Nawab of Bengal

Q28.The Treaty of Allahabad in 1765 was signed between the British East India Company and which Indian ruler?

(a) Tipu Sultan of Mysore

(b) Shah Alam II of the Mughal Empire

(d) Maratha Peshwa

Q29.The Portuguese explorer, Afonso de Albuquerque, captured which Indian city in 1510?

(a) Calicut

(b) Goa

(d) Madras (Chennai)

Q30.The Dutch established their first factory in India at:

(a) Surat

(b) Calicut

(d) Masulipatnam

Solution:

S1. Ans.(b)

Sol. The immediate aim of the Treaty of Purandar in 1665 was to sow seeds of contention between Shivaji and the Sultan of Bijapur.

The treaty was signed between Shivaji and the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, with the intention of creating a rift between Shivaji and his erstwhile ally, the Sultan of Bijapur. By signing the treaty, Shivaji was compelled to abandon his alliance with Bijapur and instead align himself with the Mughals, which ultimately led to strained relations between Shivaji and the Sultan of Bijapur. This allowed the Mughals to weaken the unity among Shivaji’s forces and exploit the resulting divisions for their own strategic advantage.

S2.Ans(a)

Sol.

Shivaji administration:

He had a council of ministers (Asht Pradhari) to advise him on the matters of the state but he was not bound by it.
He could appoint or dismiss them.
This appointment was subject to their efficiency.
The Peshwa was the first among ministers.
The word Peshwa stands for the leader or senior one.
During the rule of Shivaji, the foreign minister was known as sumant.

S3. Ans.(b)

Sol. The Sikh Guru who initiated ‘The Khalsa’ was Guru Gobind Singh. Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth and final Guru of Sikhism, established the Khalsa in 1699. The Khalsa is a community of initiated Sikhs who follow a distinct code of conduct and wear the five articles of faith, commonly known as the Five K’s. Guru Gobind Singh introduced the Khalsa to uphold righteousness, defend the oppressed, and maintain the principles of Sikhism. The initiation ceremony involved the Amrit Sanchar, where Sikhs were baptized and became part of the Khalsa brotherhood.

S4. Ans.(b)

Sol. The correct answer is Guru Tegh Bahadur. He was the ninth Sikh Guru and the successor of Guru Har Krishan. Guru Tegh Bahadur played a significant role in defending religious freedom and preserving the Sikh faith during a time of religious persecution. He was eventually martyred for refusing to convert to Islam under the orders of the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb.

S5.Ans.(a)

Sol. Guru Tegh Bahadur was the ninth of ten Gurus of the Sikh religion. He was publicly beheaded in 1675 on the orders of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in Delhi for refusing to convert to Islam.

S6.Ans.(c)

Sol. The correct answer is 15-16th century. Sikhism was founded in the 15th century by Guru Nanak Dev Ji, who was born in 1469. He was the first of the ten Sikh Gurus and is considered the founder of the Sikh faith. Guru Nanak Dev Ji preached a message of equality, social justice, and devotion to the one supreme reality. His teachings laid the foundation for Sikhism, which continued to evolve under the guidance of the subsequent Gurus.

S7.Ans. (a)

Sol. Shivaji abolished the Jagirdari System and replaced with Ryotwari System, and changes in the position of hereditary revenue officials which was popularly known as Deshmukhs, Deshpande, Patils and Kulkarnis.

S8.Ans. (c)

Sol. The correct answer is Lord Wellesley.

Lord Wellesley was the Governor-General of British India during the Second Anglo-Maratha War, which took place from 1803 to 1805. He served as Governor-General from 1798 to 1805 and played a significant role in expanding British control over India during his tenure.
The Second Anglo-Maratha War was a conflict between the British East India Company and the Maratha Empire, which was one of the major Indian powers at that time. The war was primarily fought over territorial control and influence in India.

S9.Ans. (c)

Sol. During Shivaji’s administration, the Chief of the Village was known as the “Patil” or “Patel.” The Patil was responsible for governing and maintaining law and order in the village, collecting taxes, and overseeing various local administrative functions.

S10.Ans. (d)

Sol. The Third Battle of Panipat took place on 14 January 1761 in the time period of Balaji Baji Rao, at Panipat, about 60 miles (95.5 km) north of Delhi between a northern expeditionary force of the Maratha Empire and a coalition of the King of Afghanistan, Ahmad Shah Durrani with two Indian Muslim allies—the Rahila Afghans of the Doab, and Shuja-ud-Daula.

S11.Ans. (a)

Sol. The correct answer is Lord Canning. Lord Charles Canning served as the Governor-General of India during the time of the Sepoy Mutiny, which took place in 1857. He was in office from 1856 to 1862 and played a significant role in dealing with the rebellion.

Lord Canning assumed office as Governor-General in 1856, and his tenure was marked by significant challenges and events, including the outbreak of the Sepoy Mutiny in 1857. The mutiny began as a revolt among Indian sepoys (soldiers) in the British East India Company’s army, triggered by various factors such as social, religious, and political grievances.

Lord Canning played a crucial role in handling the mutiny and its aftermath. He showed strong leadership and made several important decisions during this period. He maintained a policy of clemency towards the rebels, offering amnesty to those who surrendered, but he also authorized harsh measures to suppress the rebellion. Canning declared martial law and ordered the British forces to restore order in affected areas.

S12.Ans. (d)

Sol. The correct answer is Lord Cornwallis.

The Permanent Settlement, also known as the Permanent Settlement of Bengal, was introduced during the tenure of Lord Cornwallis. He served as the Governor-General of India from 1786 to 1793 and implemented the settlement in 1793.

Under the Permanent Settlement, the land revenue system in Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha was permanently fixed, and the zamindars (landlords) were recognized as the permanent owners of the land. They were responsible for collecting revenue from the peasants and paying a fixed amount to the British government. This settlement aimed to provide stability and encourage investment in agriculture.

S13.Ans. (a)

Sol. In 1902-03, a Police Commission was established for the Police reforms under Sir Andrew Frazer and Lord Curzon. It recommended the appointment of Indians at officer level in the police.

It recommended a separate Training center for officers and constables.

It introduced provincial police service and also at the same time to make Indian Army modern fighting force then Commander-in-chief Lord Kitchener made reform in the Indian Military.

S14.Ans. (c)

Sol.The correct answer is (c) Lord Dalhousie.

Lord Dalhousie, whose full name was James Andrew Broun-Ramsay, served as the Governor-General of India from 1848 to 1856. During his tenure, he made significant contributions to the development of public infrastructure in India. He is particularly known for his initiatives in the field of public works.

Lord Dalhousie established the Public Works Department (PWD) in India in 1854. The PWD was responsible for planning, executing, and maintaining various public infrastructure projects across the country, including roads, railways, canals, bridges, and buildings. The establishment of the PWD under Lord Dalhousie’s administration played a crucial role in the modernization and development of India’s infrastructure during the British colonial era.

S15.Ans. (d)

Sol. Lord Dufferin served as Governor-General of India and Viceroy from 1884 to 1888. During his tenure, the Third Burmese war led to the annexation of the whole of Burma and the Burmese ruler was exiled to India. In 1885, AO Hume laid the foundation of Indian National Congress.

S16.Ans. (c)

Sol. Lord Hardinge was the viceroy, In 1910, there was a succession in England where King George V ascended the throne. In 1911, he paid a visit to India and a Darbar was held to commemorate the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary. This Darbar brought back the pomp and show of the Mughals once again in Delhi.

S17.Ans. (d)

Sol. The First Anglo-Maratha War was fought between the Maratha Army and the British East India Company. Warren Hastings was the Governor-General of British India at that time. The British Forces were ultimately defeated in the series of battles that took place during the period between 1775 and 1882.

S18.Ans. (b)

Sol. The Malabar rebellion, also known as the Moplah rebellion. The Malabar rebellion happened from August 20, 1921, to 1922 in the Malabar region of Kerala, India during the tenure the Lord Reading.

S19.Ans. (b)

Sol. The Wavell Plan was first presented at the Shimla Conference in 1945. It was named after the Viceroy of India, Lord Wavell.

S20.Ans. (b)

Sol. Lord Cornwallis was Governor-General from the year 1786 to 1793 and his most noted work was in the field of criminal judicature. He introduced changes in the judicial system in three years – 1787, 1790 and 1793. These were known as the Judicial Plan of 1787, 1790, and 1793 respectively.

S21.Ans.(b)

Sol. The French East India Company was established in the year 1664 CE on September 1.

The French East India Company came to India only with the purpose of trading and not to rule in the country. Indigo, Dye, Cotton, Silk and Spices were some of the important items of trading of French Company.
The French Company established its two industries in India, first in Surat in the year 1668 and second in Machilipatnam. But with the arrival of British and Dutch East India Company, these industries lost their reputation in the marketing world. After this, the French decided to expand its business throughout the country. So it started taking hold on other parts which include Malabar Coast, Yanam and Karaikal. But with the increase in the trade from India, the motive of the French Company changed, and it started considering India as its colony.

S22.Ans.(a)

Sol. The correct answer is (a) The Portuguese.

The Portuguese used Hooghly as the base for piracy in the Bay of Bengal. Hooghly, located in present-day West Bengal, India, was an important port and riverine route during the colonial era. The Portuguese established a trading post in Hooghly in the 16th century and engaged in piracy activities from this base in the Bay of Bengal. They targeted merchant ships and other vessels for plunder and control over trade routes in the region.

S23.Ans.(d)

Sol. The correct answer is (d) Portugal.

Daman and Diu remained under Portuguese rule even after India gained independence in 1947. These territories were part of the Portuguese (State of India) and were not immediately integrated into the newly formed Republic of India. It was only in December 1961 that the Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Vijay and successfully annexed Daman and Diu, ending Portuguese rule over these territories

S24.Ans. (c)

Sol. Bluewater policy is adopted by the Portuguese.

Bluewater policy is developed by Francisco de Almeida.
Francisco de Almeida was the first governor and viceroy of the Portuguese State of India.
Blue Water policy was to be powerful at the sea.
Portuguese navy is unmatchable compare to any other European force at that time.

S25.Ans(a)

Sol. Portugal was the European power that established the first permanent trading post in India. In the late 15th century, Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama successfully reached India by sea in 1498, opening a direct maritime route from Europe to Asia. This achievement marked the beginning of Portuguese trade and colonization in the Indian subcontinent.

In 1502, Vasco da Gama returned to India with a fleet of ships under the command of Pedro Álvares Cabral. Cabral’s expedition aimed to establish a trading post in India and secure Portuguese interests in the region. They landed in the coastal city of Calicut (present-day Kozhikode) in southwestern India and established a factory or trading post.
The Portuguese trading post in Calicut served as a base for their commercial activities and allowed them to establish direct trade relations with local Indian rulers and merchants. The Portuguese were primarily interested in obtaining valuable goods, such as spices, silk, and precious metals, from India.

S26.Ans(c)

Sol. The correct answer is King James I

The English East India Company was granted a royal charter on December 31, 1600, during the reign of King James I of England. The charter authorized the company to pursue trade in the East Indies, which encompassed regions such as India, Southeast Asia, and the Far East. This marked the beginning of the company’s official operations and its significant role in British colonial expansion and trade in the following centuries.

S27.Ans(c)

Sol. The Treaty of Bassein in 1802 was signed between the British East India Company and the Maratha Peshwa. The correct answer is (c) Maratha Peshwa.

The treaty was a significant event in the history of British India as it marked the formal subjugation of the Marathas to the British East India Company. The signing of the treaty followed the Second Anglo-Maratha War (1803-1805), during which the Marathas suffered a series of military defeats at the hands of the British.
Under the terms of the treaty, the Marathas agreed to accept the British East India Company as their protector and to allow the Company to maintain a subsidiary force (a contingent of troops) in their territory. This essentially gave the British control over the Maratha empire’s defense and foreign affairs.

S28.Ans(b)

Sol. The Treaty of Allahabad in 1765 was signed between the British East India Company and Shah Alam II of the Mughal Empire. The treaty was a significant event in Indian history as it granted the British East India Company the Diwani rights, which gave them the power to collect revenue and administer the civil justice system in the provinces of Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa. This marked a crucial step in the expansion of British influence in India.

S29.Ans(b)

Sol. The Portuguese explorer, Afonso de Albuquerque, captured Goa in 1510. Goa became an important Portuguese stronghold in India and served as their headquarters for their Asian maritime trade empire for several centuries. The Portuguese presence in Goa had a significant impact on the region, including the introduction of Christianity and the blending of Indian and Portuguese cultures.

S30.Ans(d)

Sol. The Dutch established their first factory in India at Masulipatnam.

Masulipatnam, also known as Machilipatnam or Bandar, was a major port town located on the Coromandel Coast of Andhra Pradesh, India. The Dutch East India Company, also known as the Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie (VOC), established their first factory in India at Masulipatnam in 1605. It served as an important center for trade and commerce between the Dutch and the local Indian kingdoms. The Dutch presence in Masulipatnam continued until they were eventually driven out by the British East India Company in the late 18th century.

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