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Unveiling the Tapestry of Indian History: A Chronology Quiz

Description: Embark on a journey through time as we explore the tapestry of Indian history. Test your knowledge of significant events, rulers, and dynasties that shaped the subcontinent's rich past.
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Which of these ancient Indian civilizations flourished along the banks of the Indus River?

  1. Harappan Civilization

  2. Mesopotamian Civilization

  3. Egyptian Civilization

  4. Chinese Civilization


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Harappan Civilization, also known as the Indus Valley Civilization, thrived in the Indus River Valley region between 2500 and 1900 BCE.

Who was the first Mauryan emperor who united most of the Indian subcontinent under his rule?

  1. Chandragupta Maurya

  2. Ashoka

  3. Bindusara

  4. Samudragupta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandragupta Maurya founded the Mauryan Empire in 321 BCE and expanded it across much of the Indian subcontinent.

Which Gupta ruler is renowned for his contributions to art, literature, and science?

  1. Chandragupta II

  2. Samudragupta

  3. Skandagupta

  4. Kumaragupta I


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandragupta II, also known as Vikramaditya, ruled the Gupta Empire from 375 to 415 CE and is considered one of the greatest rulers in Indian history.

The Delhi Sultanate was established by which Turkic dynasty?

  1. Mamluk Dynasty

  2. Khalji Dynasty

  3. Tughlaq Dynasty

  4. Sayyid Dynasty


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mamluk Dynasty, founded by Qutb-ud-din Aibak, established the Delhi Sultanate in 1206 CE.

Who was the Mughal emperor who built the iconic Taj Mahal?

  1. Akbar

  2. Jahangir

  3. Shah Jahan

  4. Aurangzeb


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Shah Jahan, the fifth Mughal emperor, commissioned the construction of the Taj Mahal in memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal.

The British East India Company gained control over Bengal after the Battle of:

  1. Plassey

  2. Buxar

  3. Sarsawa

  4. Panipat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Battle of Plassey in 1757 marked the British East India Company's victory over the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj-ud-Daulah, and established British dominance in the region.

Which Indian National Congress session adopted the 'Quit India' resolution demanding complete independence from British rule?

  1. Lahore Session

  2. Calcutta Session

  3. Bombay Session

  4. Madras Session


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The 'Quit India' resolution was passed at the Bombay Session of the Indian National Congress in August 1942.

When did India gain independence from British rule?

  1. August 14, 1947

  2. August 15, 1947

  3. January 26, 1948

  4. January 26, 1950


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

India gained independence from British rule on August 15, 1947, after a long struggle for freedom.

Who was the first President of the Republic of India?

  1. Jawaharlal Nehru

  2. Rajendra Prasad

  3. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan

  4. Zakir Hussain


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rajendra Prasad was the first President of the Republic of India, serving from 1950 to 1962.

Which Indian state was formed as a result of the States Reorganization Act of 1956?

  1. Andhra Pradesh

  2. Kerala

  3. Karnataka

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The States Reorganization Act of 1956 led to the formation of Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, and Karnataka as new states in India.

The Green Revolution in India was primarily aimed at:

  1. Increasing agricultural productivity

  2. Promoting industrial development

  3. Improving healthcare services

  4. Expanding educational opportunities


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Green Revolution in India was a period of agricultural transformation that aimed to increase crop yields and overall agricultural productivity.

Which Indian Prime Minister initiated the 'Look East' policy to strengthen ties with Southeast Asian countries?

  1. Indira Gandhi

  2. Rajiv Gandhi

  3. P. V. Narasimha Rao

  4. Atal Bihari Vajpayee


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

P. V. Narasimha Rao introduced the 'Look East' policy during his tenure as Prime Minister from 1991 to 1996.

The Information Technology Act of 2000 was enacted to:

  1. Regulate electronic transactions and cybercrime

  2. Promote digital literacy and internet access

  3. Establish a national cybersecurity framework

  4. Develop India's IT infrastructure


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Information Technology Act of 2000 provides a legal framework for electronic transactions and addresses issues related to cybercrime.

Which Indian state was carved out of Andhra Pradesh in 2014?

  1. Telangana

  2. Odisha

  3. Chhattisgarh

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Telangana was formed as a separate state from Andhra Pradesh on June 2, 2014.

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) was implemented in India in:

  1. 2016

  2. 2017

  3. 2018

  4. 2019


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) was introduced in India on July 1, 2017, replacing multiple indirect taxes levied by the central and state governments.

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