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Historical Perspectives on Political Integration

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What was the primary objective of the Indian National Congress when it was founded in 1885?

  1. To promote social reforms.

  2. To achieve political independence from British rule.

  3. To establish a socialist society.

  4. To protect the interests of the Muslim community.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian National Congress was founded in 1885 with the aim of promoting social reforms and fostering unity among different sections of Indian society.

Which Indian leader is widely regarded as the father of the Indian independence movement?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  4. Subhas Chandra Bose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mahatma Gandhi is widely recognized as the father of the Indian independence movement due to his leadership of the nonviolent civil disobedience campaign against British rule.

What was the significance of the partition of Bengal in 1905?

  1. It led to the formation of the Muslim League.

  2. It sparked the Swadeshi movement.

  3. It resulted in the annulment of the Morley-Minto Reforms.

  4. It triggered the First World War.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The partition of Bengal in 1905 led to widespread protests and the formation of the Muslim League, which represented the interests of the Muslim community in India.

Which Indian leader advocated for complete independence from British rule through armed struggle?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  4. Subhas Chandra Bose


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Subhas Chandra Bose was a prominent Indian leader who advocated for complete independence from British rule through armed struggle. He formed the Indian National Army (INA) to fight against the British during World War II.

What was the significance of the Quit India Movement in 1942?

  1. It led to the arrest of Mahatma Gandhi and other Congress leaders.

  2. It resulted in the formation of the Interim Government.

  3. It triggered the Royal Indian Navy mutiny.

  4. It led to the declaration of independence by the Indian National Congress.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Quit India Movement in 1942 was a mass civil disobedience campaign launched by the Indian National Congress against British rule. It resulted in the arrest of Mahatma Gandhi and other Congress leaders, and the movement was eventually suppressed by the British authorities.

Which Indian leader served as the first Prime Minister of independent India?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  4. Subhas Chandra Bose


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Prime Minister of independent India, serving from 1947 until his death in 1964.

What was the main objective of the Indian Constituent Assembly?

  1. To draft a constitution for independent India.

  2. To negotiate the terms of India's independence with the British government.

  3. To establish an interim government for India.

  4. To organize elections for the first Indian parliament.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Constituent Assembly was elected in 1946 to draft a constitution for independent India. It consisted of representatives from various political parties, religious communities, and social groups.

Which Indian leader is known as the 'Iron Man of India' for his role in the integration of princely states into the Indian Union?

  1. Mahatma Gandhi

  2. Jawaharlal Nehru

  3. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

  4. Subhas Chandra Bose


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is known as the 'Iron Man of India' for his role in the integration of princely states into the Indian Union. He successfully negotiated with the rulers of over 500 princely states to join the Indian Union.

What was the main objective of the States Reorganization Act of 1956?

  1. To redraw the boundaries of Indian states based on linguistic lines.

  2. To create new states in India.

  3. To merge smaller states into larger ones.

  4. To abolish the zamindari system in India.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The States Reorganization Act of 1956 was enacted to redraw the boundaries of Indian states based on linguistic lines. It resulted in the creation of several new states, including Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and Karnataka.

Which Indian state was formed through the merger of princely states in 1948?

  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Bihar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Madhya Pradesh was formed through the merger of princely states in 1948. It was the first state in India to be formed through the integration of princely states.

What was the main objective of the Linguistic Provinces Movement in India?

  1. To demand the creation of states based on linguistic lines.

  2. To promote the use of regional languages in education and administration.

  3. To protect the rights of linguistic minorities.

  4. To oppose the imposition of Hindi as the official language of India.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Linguistic Provinces Movement in India aimed to demand the creation of states based on linguistic lines. It was a major factor in the redrawing of state boundaries in India after independence.

Which Indian state was formed through the merger of princely states in 1949?

  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Bihar


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rajasthan was formed through the merger of princely states in 1949. It was the second state in India to be formed through the integration of princely states.

What was the main objective of the States Reorganization Commission?

  1. To recommend the redrawing of state boundaries based on linguistic lines.

  2. To create new states in India.

  3. To merge smaller states into larger ones.

  4. To abolish the zamindari system in India.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The States Reorganization Commission was appointed in 1953 to recommend the redrawing of state boundaries based on linguistic lines. Its recommendations led to the creation of several new states in India.

Which Indian state was formed through the merger of princely states in 1950?

  1. Madhya Pradesh

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Uttar Pradesh

  4. Bihar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh was formed through the merger of princely states in 1950. It was the third state in India to be formed through the integration of princely states.

What was the main objective of the Indian National Congress during the early 20th century?

  1. To achieve political independence from British rule.

  2. To promote social reforms.

  3. To establish a socialist society.

  4. To protect the interests of the Muslim community.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main objective of the Indian National Congress during the early 20th century was to achieve political independence from British rule. The Congress played a leading role in the Indian independence movement.

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