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 […]
Which one of the following observations is not true about the Quit India Movement of 1942?
Which one of the following observations is not true about the Quit India Movement of 1942?(2011) a) It was a non-violent movement b) It was led by Mahatma Gandhi c) It was a spontaneous movement d) It did not attract the labour class in general Answer: B Quit India Movement was not led by Mahatma […]
Which amongst the following provided a common factor for tribal insurrection in India in the 19th century?
Which amongst the following provided a common factor for tribal insurrection in India in the 19th century?(2011) a) Introduction of a new system of land revenue and taxation- of tribal products b) Influence of foreign religious missionaries in tribal areas c) Rise of a large number of money lenders, traders and revenue farmers as middlemen […]
What was the purpose with which Sir William Wedderburn and W. S. Caine had set up the Indian Parliamentary Committee in 1893?
What was the purpose with which Sir William Wedderburn and W. S. Caine had set up the Indian Parliamentary Committee in 1893?(2011) a) To agitate for Indian political reforms in the House of Commons b) To campaign for.the entry of Indians into the Imperial Judiciary c) To facilitate a discussion on India’s Independence in the […]
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 […]