British Raj Mock Test | Indian History | BPSC

Q1. The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre occurred during which major festival?

Diwali Holi Baisakhi Eid

Q2. The Charter Act of 1833 is often considered a pivotal step towards the eventual Indian Civil Service. What provision in the Act hinted at this direction, even if its implementation was delayed?

The abolition of the East India Company's commercial functions The establishment of a separate Legislative Council The proposal for open competition for the Company's service The creation of the post of Lieutenant Governor

Q3. Mahatma Gandhi's leadership in the Indian independence movement was characterized by his ability to:

Inspire fear in the British Mobilize the masses through moral persuasion Engage in armed conflict Form alliances with colonial powers

Q4. The Regulating Act of 1773's attempt to balance the powers of the Governor-General and the Council often led to a stalemate. Which of the following individuals was a prominent critic of Warren Hastings and often opposed his policies within the Council?

Richard Barwell Sir Elijah Impey Philip Francis Sir John Clavering

Q5. The role of the peasantry in the Non-Cooperation Movement was crucial, but their participation was often characterized by localized agitations and demands that sometimes diverged from the Congress's broader agenda. Which region witnessed a particularly strong, albeit distinct, peasant uprising intertwined with the movement?

Bengal Punjab Oudh Malabar

Q6. The Government of India Act of 1935 was a direct legislative outcome of the deliberations and proposals made during the Round Table Conferences. Its key feature was:

The abolition of dyarchy at the centre. The establishment of provincial autonomy. The introduction of responsible government at the centre. The granting of full Dominion Status.

Q7. The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms are also known by what other name?

Government of India Act, 1919 Indian Councils Act, 1909 Government of India Act, 1935 Indian Independence Act, 1947

Q8. The Ilbert Bill aimed to grant Indian judges the right to try Europeans.

True False Partially True None of the above

Q9. The reluctance of the British government to grant full responsible government at the Centre was also linked to their desire to retain control over what crucial aspect of Indian governance?

Justice and law enforcement. Education and public health. Finance and economic policy. Communications and infrastructure.

Q10. Which of the following European trading companies was eventually supplanted by the English East India Company as the dominant foreign power in India?

The Dutch East India Company The French East India Company The Portuguese East India Company All of the above

Q11. The Tilak Swaraj Fund was established as part of the Non-Cooperation Movement. What was its primary purpose?

To fund the boycott of foreign goods To support the Khilafat cause To finance the movement's activities To provide relief to victims of repression

Q12. The Mahalwari System was an attempt by the British to adapt their revenue policies to the existing socio-economic conditions of different regions. What was a primary strategic consideration behind implementing this system in specific areas like Punjab and North-Western Provinces?

To dismantle existing village communities and establish direct peasant proprietorship. To exploit the communal landholding traditions for efficient revenue extraction. To introduce a system of landlordism similar to the Permanent Settlement. To encourage the growth of a large class of independent small landowners.

Q13. Which prominent Indian leader called the Rowlatt Act the 'Black Act'?

Mahatma Gandhi Jawaharlal Nehru Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Subhas Chandra Bose

Q14. Which commission was appointed to inquire into the working of the reforms introduced by the Government of India Act, 1919, after the stipulated period?

Simon Commission Hunter Commission Islington Commission Lee Commission

Q15. The INA attempted to establish a base of operations in which strategically important island chain?

Andaman and Nicobar Islands Maldives Laccadive Islands Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Q16. Who was the Viceroy of India when the Partition of Bengal was annulled?

Lord Curzon Lord Hardinge II Lord Dalhousie Lord Minto II

Q17. The Non-Cooperation Movement aimed at achieving Swaraj within how much time, according to Gandhi's initial slogan?

Six months One year Two years Five years

Q18. The Ilbert Bill aimed to grant Indian magistrates the power to try:

Only Indian accused Only European accused Both Indian and European accused Cases involving only British subjects

Q19. The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre took place on which date?

April 10, 1919 April 12, 1919 April 13, 1919 April 15, 1919

Q20. Gandhi's philosophy of 'Ahimsa' as a tool for political struggle was a radical departure from conventional methods. Its effectiveness stemmed from:

Its ability to incite violent uprisings against colonial rule. Its moral and spiritual appeal, aiming to convert the oppressor. Its focus on armed resistance and guerrilla warfare. Its reliance on international diplomatic pressure only.

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