UPSC Static Quiz – History : 14 April 2025

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following events: First Anglo-Mysore war First Anglo Burmese war First Anglo Sikh war First Anglo Maratha war Arrange the above events in the chronological order of their occurrence a) 4-1-3-2 b) 1-4-2-3 c) 4-1-2-3 d) 1-4-3-2 Correct Solution: b) First Anglo-Mysore War (1766–1769): Fought between the British East India Company and Hyder Ali of Mysore, this was the earliest of the listed wars. First Anglo-Maratha War (1775–1782): Triggered by a succession dispute in the Maratha Empire, it involved prolonged conflict between the Marathas and the British. First Anglo-Burmese War (1824–1826): The British fought the Burmese empire primarily due to frontier disputes in Assam and trade ambitions. First Anglo-Sikh War (1845–1846): This war arose from rising tensions between the British and the Sikh Empire after the death of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Incorrect Solution: b) First Anglo-Mysore War (1766–1769): Fought between the British East India Company and Hyder Ali of Mysore, this was the earliest of the listed wars. First Anglo-Maratha War (1775–1782): Triggered by a succession dispute in the Maratha Empire, it involved prolonged conflict between the Marathas and the British. First Anglo-Burmese War (1824–1826): The British fought the Burmese empire primarily due to frontier disputes in Assam and trade ambitions. First Anglo-Sikh War (1845–1846): This war arose from rising tensions between the British and the Sikh Empire after the death of Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following events:

• First Anglo-Mysore war

• First Anglo Burmese war

• First Anglo Sikh war

• First Anglo Maratha war

Arrange the above events in the chronological order of their occurrence

• a) 4-1-3-2

• b) 1-4-2-3

• c) 4-1-2-3

• d) 1-4-3-2

Solution: b)

• First Anglo-Mysore War (1766–1769): Fought between the British East India Company and Hyder Ali of Mysore, this was the earliest of the listed wars.

• First Anglo-Maratha War (1775–1782): Triggered by a succession dispute in the Maratha Empire, it involved prolonged conflict between the Marathas and the British.

• First Anglo-Burmese War (1824–1826): The British fought the Burmese empire primarily due to frontier disputes in Assam and trade ambitions.

• First Anglo-Sikh War (1845–1846): This war arose from rising tensions between the British and the Sikh Empire after the death of Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

Solution: b)

• First Anglo-Mysore War (1766–1769): Fought between the British East India Company and Hyder Ali of Mysore, this was the earliest of the listed wars.

• First Anglo-Maratha War (1775–1782): Triggered by a succession dispute in the Maratha Empire, it involved prolonged conflict between the Marathas and the British.

• First Anglo-Burmese War (1824–1826): The British fought the Burmese empire primarily due to frontier disputes in Assam and trade ambitions.

• First Anglo-Sikh War (1845–1846): This war arose from rising tensions between the British and the Sikh Empire after the death of Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements. The Permanent Settlement system was introduced by the British to encourage investment in agriculture. The British expected the Permanent Settlement system would help the emergence of a class of yeomen farmers who would be loyal to the Company. Which of the above statements is/are correct? a) 1 only b) 2 Only c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Solution: c) In introducing the Permanent Settlement, British officials hoped to resolve the problems they had been facing since the conquest of Bengal. By the 1770s, the rural economy in Bengal was in crisis, with recurrent famines and declining agricultural output. Officials felt that agriculture, trade and the revenue resources of the state could all be developed by encouraging investment in agriculture. This could be done by securing rights of property and permanently fixing the rates of revenue demand. If the revenue demand of the state was permanently fixed, then the Company could look forward to a regular flow of revenue, while entrepreneurs could feel sure of earning a profit from their investment, since the state would not siphon it off by increasing its claim. The process, officials hoped, would lead to the emergence of a class of yeomen farmers and rich landowners who would have the capital and enterprise to improve agriculture. Nurtured by the British, this class would also be loyal to the Company. Incorrect Solution: c) In introducing the Permanent Settlement, British officials hoped to resolve the problems they had been facing since the conquest of Bengal. By the 1770s, the rural economy in Bengal was in crisis, with recurrent famines and declining agricultural output. Officials felt that agriculture, trade and the revenue resources of the state could all be developed by encouraging investment in agriculture. This could be done by securing rights of property and permanently fixing the rates of revenue demand. If the revenue demand of the state was permanently fixed, then the Company could look forward to a regular flow of revenue, while entrepreneurs could feel sure of earning a profit from their investment, since the state would not siphon it off by increasing its claim. The process, officials hoped, would lead to the emergence of a class of yeomen farmers and rich landowners who would have the capital and enterprise to improve agriculture. Nurtured by the British, this class would also be loyal to the Company.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements.

• The Permanent Settlement system was introduced by the British to encourage investment in agriculture.

• The British expected the Permanent Settlement system would help the emergence of a class of yeomen farmers who would be loyal to the Company.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• c) Both 1 and 2

• d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: c)

• In introducing the Permanent Settlement, British officials hoped to resolve the problems they had been facing since the conquest of Bengal. By the 1770s, the rural economy in Bengal was in crisis, with recurrent famines and declining agricultural output.

• Officials felt that agriculture, trade and the revenue resources of the state could all be developed by encouraging investment in agriculture. This could be done by securing rights of property and permanently fixing the rates of revenue demand.

• If the revenue demand of the state was permanently fixed, then the Company could look forward to a regular flow of revenue, while entrepreneurs could feel sure of earning a profit from their investment, since the state would not siphon it off by increasing its claim.

• The process, officials hoped, would lead to the emergence of a class of yeomen farmers and rich landowners who would have the capital and enterprise to improve agriculture. Nurtured by the British, this class would also be loyal to the Company.

Solution: c)

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding Deccan Riots. The movement got support from the Poona Sarvajanik Sabha. The main motive of riots was to destroy the account books of the moneylender. Deccan Agriculturists Relief Act was passed which ensured that the farmers could not be arrested and imprisoned if they were unable to pay their debts. How many of the above statements is/are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Correct Solution: c) In May and June 1875, peasants of Maharashtra in some parts of Pune and Ahmednagar districts revolted against increasing agrarian distress. The Deccan Riots of 1875 targeted conditions of debt peonage (kamiuti) to moneylenders. The rioters’ specific purpose was to obtain and destroy the bonds, decrees, and other documents in the possession of the moneylenders. The movement also got support from the Poona Sarvajanik Sabha co-founded by M G Ranade. It took several months for the police to restore order in the countryside. The Bombay government initially dismissed the uprising as trivial. However, the Government of India pressurised Bombay to enquire into the matter. Accordingly, the Deccan Riots Commission was set up which presented a report to the British Parliament in 1878. In 1879, the Agriculturists Relief Act was passed which ensured that the farmers could not be arrested and imprisoned if they were unable to pay their debts. Incorrect Solution: c) In May and June 1875, peasants of Maharashtra in some parts of Pune and Ahmednagar districts revolted against increasing agrarian distress. The Deccan Riots of 1875 targeted conditions of debt peonage (kamiuti) to moneylenders. The rioters’ specific purpose was to obtain and destroy the bonds, decrees, and other documents in the possession of the moneylenders. The movement also got support from the Poona Sarvajanik Sabha co-founded by M G Ranade. It took several months for the police to restore order in the countryside. The Bombay government initially dismissed the uprising as trivial. However, the Government of India pressurised Bombay to enquire into the matter. Accordingly, the Deccan Riots Commission was set up which presented a report to the British Parliament in 1878. In 1879, the Agriculturists Relief Act was passed which ensured that the farmers could not be arrested and imprisoned if they were unable to pay their debts.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding Deccan Riots.

• The movement got support from the Poona Sarvajanik Sabha.

• The main motive of riots was to destroy the account books of the moneylender.

• Deccan Agriculturists Relief Act was passed which ensured that the farmers could not be arrested and imprisoned if they were unable to pay their debts.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• (a) Only one

• (b) Only two

• (c) All three

Solution: c)

In May and June 1875, peasants of Maharashtra in some parts of Pune and Ahmednagar districts revolted against increasing agrarian distress. The Deccan Riots of 1875 targeted conditions of debt peonage (kamiuti) to moneylenders. The rioters’ specific purpose was to obtain and destroy the bonds, decrees, and other documents in the possession of the moneylenders.

The movement also got support from the Poona Sarvajanik Sabha co-founded by M G Ranade.

It took several months for the police to restore order in the countryside. The Bombay government initially dismissed the uprising as trivial. However, the Government of India pressurised Bombay to enquire into the matter.

Accordingly, the Deccan Riots Commission was set up which presented a report to the British Parliament in 1878. In 1879, the Agriculturists Relief Act was passed which ensured that the farmers could not be arrested and imprisoned if they were unable to pay their debts.

Solution: c)

The movement also got support from the Poona Sarvajanik Sabha co-founded by M G Ranade.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question After consolidating their position in India, the Delhi Sultans introduced reforms in the land revenue administration. In this context, iqta lands were assigned to a) Expand the market in the hinterland of the empire b) Religious leaders or religious institutions c) Officials for their services d) Courtyards for mosques Correct Solution: c) The lands were classified into three categories: iqta land – lands assigned to officials as iqtas instead of payment for their services. khalisa land – land under the direct control of the Sultan and the revenues collected were spent for the maintenance of royal court and royal household. inam land – land assigned or granted to religious leaders or religious institutions. Incorrect Solution: c) The lands were classified into three categories: iqta land – lands assigned to officials as iqtas instead of payment for their services. khalisa land – land under the direct control of the Sultan and the revenues collected were spent for the maintenance of royal court and royal household. inam land – land assigned or granted to religious leaders or religious institutions.

#### 4. Question

After consolidating their position in India, the Delhi Sultans introduced reforms in the land revenue administration. In this context, iqta lands were assigned to

• a) Expand the market in the hinterland of the empire

• b) Religious leaders or religious institutions

• c) Officials for their services

• d) Courtyards for mosques

Solution: c)

The lands were classified into three categories:

• iqta land – lands assigned to officials as iqtas instead of payment for their services.

• khalisa land – land under the direct control of the Sultan and the revenues collected were spent for the maintenance of royal court and royal household.

• inam land – land assigned or granted to religious leaders or religious institutions.

Solution: c)

The lands were classified into three categories:

• iqta land – lands assigned to officials as iqtas instead of payment for their services.

• khalisa land – land under the direct control of the Sultan and the revenues collected were spent for the maintenance of royal court and royal household.

• inam land – land assigned or granted to religious leaders or religious institutions.

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question In the British-French rivalry to take control of Indian trade resulted in French failure. Which of the following can be the possible causes of the failure of the French? England’s victory in the European wars Commercial and naval superiority of the British Lack of support from the French government How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: c) The causes for the French failure are: Britishers were superior in commerce and naval power. Lack of support from the French government. French had support only in the Deccan but the English had a strong base in Bengal. English had three important ports – Calcutta, Bombay and Madras but French had only Pondicherry. Difference of opinion between the French Generals. England’s victory in the European wars decided the destiny of the French in India. Incorrect Solution: c) The causes for the French failure are: Britishers were superior in commerce and naval power. Lack of support from the French government. French had support only in the Deccan but the English had a strong base in Bengal. English had three important ports – Calcutta, Bombay and Madras but French had only Pondicherry. Difference of opinion between the French Generals. England’s victory in the European wars decided the destiny of the French in India.

#### 5. Question

In the British-French rivalry to take control of Indian trade resulted in French failure. Which of the following can be the possible causes of the failure of the French?

• England’s victory in the European wars

• Commercial and naval superiority of the British

• Lack of support from the French government

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: c)

The causes for the French failure are:

• Britishers were superior in commerce and naval power.

• Lack of support from the French government.

• French had support only in the Deccan but the English had a strong base in Bengal.

• English had three important ports – Calcutta, Bombay and Madras but French had only Pondicherry.

• Difference of opinion between the French Generals.

• England’s victory in the European wars decided the destiny of the French in India.

Solution: c)

The causes for the French failure are:

• Britishers were superior in commerce and naval power.

• Lack of support from the French government.

• French had support only in the Deccan but the English had a strong base in Bengal.

• English had three important ports – Calcutta, Bombay and Madras but French had only Pondicherry.

• Difference of opinion between the French Generals.

• England’s victory in the European wars decided the destiny of the French in India.

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