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 […]