The Congress ministries resigned in the seven provinces in 1939 because(2012)
The Congress ministries resigned in the seven provinces in 1939, because(2012) a) the Congress could not form ministries in the other four provinces b) emergence of a left wing’ in the Congress made the working of the ministries impossible c) there were widespread communal disturbances in their provinces d) None of the statements (a), (b) […]
Which of the following is/are the principal feature(s) of the Government of India Act, 1919?
Which of the following is/are the principal feature(s) of the Government of India Act, 1919?(2012) 1. Introduction of dyarchy in the executive government of the provinces 2. Introduction of separate communal electorates for Muslims 3. Devolution of legislative authority by the centre to the provinces Select the correct answer using the codes given below : […]
During the Indian freedom struggle, the National Social Conference was formed. What was the reason for its formation?
During the Indian freedom struggle, the National Social Conference was formed. What was the reason for its formation?(2012) a) Different social reform groups or organizations of the Bengal region united to form a single body to discuss the issues of larger interest and to prepare appropriate petitions/representations to the government. b) Indian National Congress did […]
Which of the following parties were established by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar?
Which of the following parties were established by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar? 1. The Peasants and Workers Party of India 2. All India Scheduled Castes Federation 3. The Independent Labour Party Select the correct answer using the codes given below :(2012) a)1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) […]
Mahatma Gandhi undertook fast unto death in 1932 mainly because
Mahatma Gandhi undertook fast unto death in 1932, mainly because(2012) a) Round Table Conference failed to satisfy Indian political aspirations b) Congress and Muslim League had differences of opinion c) Ramsay Macdonald announced the Communal Award d) None of the statements (a), (b) and (c) given above is correct in this context Answer: C The […]
With reference to Ryotwari Settlement, consider the following statements :
With reference to Ryotwari Settlement, consider the following statements : 1. The rent was paid directly by the peasants to the Government. 2. The Government gave Pattas to the Ryots. 3. The lands were surveyed and assessed before being taxed. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(2012) a) 1 only b) 1 and 2 […]
The most effective contribution made by Dadabhai Naoroji to the cause of Indian National Movement was that he
Consider the following statements :The most effective contribution made by Dadabhai Naoroji to the cause of Indian National Movement was that he 1. exposed the economic exploitation of India by the British 2. interpreted the ancient Indian texts and restored the self-confidence of Indians 3. stressed the need for eradication of all the social evils […]
The tendency for increased litigation was visible after the introduction of the land settlement system of Lord Cornwallis in 1793
The tendency for increased litigation was visible after the introduction of the land settlement system of Lord Cornwallis in 1793. The reason for this is normally traced to which of the following provisions?(2011) a) Making Zamindar’s position stronger vis-a-vis the ryot b) Making East India Company an overlord of Zamindars c) Making judicial system more […]
Current Affairs Quiz 19 May 2022
Ensuring A Sustainable Vaccination Programme
Context COVID-19, which disrupted supply chains across countries and in India too, marks an inflection point in the trajectory of immunization programmes. Relevance GS-II: Issues Relating to Development and Management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources. Dimensions of the Article UIP: Showcasing India’s strength in managing large scale vaccination Why strong service […]