UPSC Static Quiz – History : 15 January 2025

UPSC Static Quiz – History : 15 January 2025 We will post 5 questions daily on static topics mentioned in the UPSC civil services preliminary examination syllabus. Each week will focus on a specific topic from the syllabus, such as History of India and Indian National Movement, Indian and World Geography, and more.We are excited to bring you our daily UPSC Static Quiz, designed to help you prepare for the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination. Each day, we will post 5 questions on static topics mentioned in the UPSC syllabus. This week, we are focusing on Indian and World Geography.

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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding the Government of India Act, 1858? It transferred the power to govern India from the East India Company to the British Crown. It introduced the office of Secretary of State for India. It established a bicameral legislature at the Centre. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) The Government of India Act, 1858 marked the end of the East India Company’s rule after the Revolt of 1857. The administration of India was transferred directly to the British Crown, ensuring greater control and oversight. The Act introduced the office of the Secretary of State for India, who was a British cabinet minister responsible for the governance of India. The Secretary of State was assisted by the Council of India. However, the Act did not establish a bicameral legislature at the Centre. The concept of a central legislative council with two houses was introduced later by the Government of India Act, 1919. So, statements 1 and 2 are correct, and statement 3 is incorrect. Incorrect Solution: b) The Government of India Act, 1858 marked the end of the East India Company’s rule after the Revolt of 1857. The administration of India was transferred directly to the British Crown, ensuring greater control and oversight. The Act introduced the office of the Secretary of State for India, who was a British cabinet minister responsible for the governance of India. The Secretary of State was assisted by the Council of India. However, the Act did not establish a bicameral legislature at the Centre. The concept of a central legislative council with two houses was introduced later by the Government of India Act, 1919. So, statements 1 and 2 are correct, and statement 3 is incorrect.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Government of India Act, 1858?

• It transferred the power to govern India from the East India Company to the British Crown.

• It introduced the office of Secretary of State for India.

• It established a bicameral legislature at the Centre.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

• The Government of India Act, 1858 marked the end of the East India Company’s rule after the Revolt of 1857. The administration of India was transferred directly to the British Crown, ensuring greater control and oversight.

• The Act introduced the office of the Secretary of State for India, who was a British cabinet minister responsible for the governance of India. The Secretary of State was assisted by the Council of India.

• However, the Act did not establish a bicameral legislature at the Centre. The concept of a central legislative council with two houses was introduced later by the Government of India Act, 1919.

• So, statements 1 and 2 are correct, and statement 3 is incorrect.

Solution: b)

• So, statements 1 and 2 are correct, and statement 3 is incorrect.

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements regarding the early political associations in India before the Indian National Congress: They were dominated by wealthy and aristocratic elements. Their objectives were primarily social reforms rather than political change. They used constitutional methods like petitions to address grievances. Which of the statements given above are correct? a) 1 and 3 only b) 3 only c) 1 and 2 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Correct Solution: a) Early political associations like the Zamindari Association (Landholders’ Society) were dominated by the wealthy and aristocratic classes. While social reform was part of their agenda, these associations also sought political change, such as administrative reforms and greater Indian participation in governance. They primarily employed constitutional methods, such as sending petitions and memorials to British authorities, to voice their demands and grievances. Incorrect Solution: a) Early political associations like the Zamindari Association (Landholders’ Society) were dominated by the wealthy and aristocratic classes. While social reform was part of their agenda, these associations also sought political change, such as administrative reforms and greater Indian participation in governance. They primarily employed constitutional methods, such as sending petitions and memorials to British authorities, to voice their demands and grievances.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the early political associations in India before the Indian National Congress:

• They were dominated by wealthy and aristocratic elements.

• Their objectives were primarily social reforms rather than political change.

• They used constitutional methods like petitions to address grievances.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

• a) 1 and 3 only

• c) 1 and 2 only

• d) 1, 2, and 3

Solution: a)

• Early political associations like the Zamindari Association (Landholders’ Society) were dominated by the wealthy and aristocratic classes.

• While social reform was part of their agenda, these associations also sought political change, such as administrative reforms and greater Indian participation in governance.

• They primarily employed constitutional methods, such as sending petitions and memorials to British authorities, to voice their demands and grievances.

Solution: a)

• Early political associations like the Zamindari Association (Landholders’ Society) were dominated by the wealthy and aristocratic classes.

• While social reform was part of their agenda, these associations also sought political change, such as administrative reforms and greater Indian participation in governance.

• They primarily employed constitutional methods, such as sending petitions and memorials to British authorities, to voice their demands and grievances.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding the Home Rule League Movement: It sought to spread political education among the masses through public meetings, libraries, and newspapers. It was limited to the urban centres of India and failed to reach the rural masses. The movement laid the foundation for the later mass movements under Gandhi. How many of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: a) The Home Rule League Movement, initiated by Tilak and Besant, was a significant step towards mass mobilization: The movement aimed to politically educate the masses through various means such as public meetings, libraries, reading rooms, newspapers, pamphlets, and plays. It sought to spread the idea of self-governance to a wider audience, creating awareness among the general public about their rights. The movement was not limited to urban centers; it had a substantial rural outreach, especially in Maharashtra and other parts of the country. It managed to penetrate previously ‘politically backward’ regions like Gujarat and Sindh, attracting significant attention and support from both urban and rural areas. The Home Rule League Movement helped in preparing the ground for the mass movements under Gandhi, as it introduced a broader organizational structure and shifted focus from elite politics to mass mobilization. The methods used in the movement, such as promoting vernacular education and advocating passive resistance, influenced later Gandhian strategies. Thus, statements 1 and 3 are correct, while statement 2 is incorrect because the movement was not confined to urban areas. Incorrect Solution: a) The Home Rule League Movement, initiated by Tilak and Besant, was a significant step towards mass mobilization: The movement aimed to politically educate the masses through various means such as public meetings, libraries, reading rooms, newspapers, pamphlets, and plays. It sought to spread the idea of self-governance to a wider audience, creating awareness among the general public about their rights. The movement was not limited to urban centers; it had a substantial rural outreach, especially in Maharashtra and other parts of the country. It managed to penetrate previously ‘politically backward’ regions like Gujarat and Sindh, attracting significant attention and support from both urban and rural areas. The Home Rule League Movement helped in preparing the ground for the mass movements under Gandhi, as it introduced a broader organizational structure and shifted focus from elite politics to mass mobilization. The methods used in the movement, such as promoting vernacular education and advocating passive resistance, influenced later Gandhian strategies. Thus, statements 1 and 3 are correct, while statement 2 is incorrect because the movement was not confined to urban areas.

#### 3. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Home Rule League Movement:

• It sought to spread political education among the masses through public meetings, libraries, and newspapers.

• It was limited to the urban centres of India and failed to reach the rural masses.

• The movement laid the foundation for the later mass movements under Gandhi.

How many of the above statements is/are incorrect?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: a)

• The Home Rule League Movement, initiated by Tilak and Besant, was a significant step towards mass mobilization:

• The movement aimed to politically educate the masses through various means such as public meetings, libraries, reading rooms, newspapers, pamphlets, and plays. It sought to spread the idea of self-governance to a wider audience, creating awareness among the general public about their rights.

• The movement was not limited to urban centers; it had a substantial rural outreach, especially in Maharashtra and other parts of the country. It managed to penetrate previously ‘politically backward’ regions like Gujarat and Sindh, attracting significant attention and support from both urban and rural areas.

• The Home Rule League Movement helped in preparing the ground for the mass movements under Gandhi, as it introduced a broader organizational structure and shifted focus from elite politics to mass mobilization. The methods used in the movement, such as promoting vernacular education and advocating passive resistance, influenced later Gandhian strategies.

Thus, statements 1 and 3 are correct, while statement 2 is incorrect because the movement was not confined to urban areas.

Solution: a)

• The Home Rule League Movement, initiated by Tilak and Besant, was a significant step towards mass mobilization:

Thus, statements 1 and 3 are correct, while statement 2 is incorrect because the movement was not confined to urban areas.

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements about the No-changers: They emphasized constructive work as the main strategy during the passive phase. They advocated entering councils to facilitate better administration. They considered parliamentary work a distraction from mass movements. Which of the statements given above are correct? a) 1 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) None of the above Correct Solution: c) The No-changers, led by leaders like C. Rajagopalachari and Rajendra Prasad, focused on constructive programs, such as promoting khadi, rural education, and Hindu-Muslim unity, to maintain momentum for the next phase of civil disobedience. They believed entering councils could dilute revolutionary zeal, distract from mass mobilization, and risk corruption. By staying out of legislative politics, they aimed to foster grassroots movements and strengthen the nationalist base, ensuring that momentum would not be lost when the time was ripe for another round of civil disobedience. Incorrect Solution: c) The No-changers, led by leaders like C. Rajagopalachari and Rajendra Prasad, focused on constructive programs, such as promoting khadi, rural education, and Hindu-Muslim unity, to maintain momentum for the next phase of civil disobedience. They believed entering councils could dilute revolutionary zeal, distract from mass mobilization, and risk corruption. By staying out of legislative politics, they aimed to foster grassroots movements and strengthen the nationalist base, ensuring that momentum would not be lost when the time was ripe for another round of civil disobedience.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements about the No-changers:

• They emphasized constructive work as the main strategy during the passive phase.

• They advocated entering councils to facilitate better administration.

• They considered parliamentary work a distraction from mass movements.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

• b) 2 and 3 only

• c) 1 and 3 only

• d) None of the above

Solution: c)

The No-changers, led by leaders like C. Rajagopalachari and Rajendra Prasad, focused on constructive programs, such as promoting khadi, rural education, and Hindu-Muslim unity, to maintain momentum for the next phase of civil disobedience. They believed entering councils could dilute revolutionary zeal, distract from mass mobilization, and risk corruption. By staying out of legislative politics, they aimed to foster grassroots movements and strengthen the nationalist base, ensuring that momentum would not be lost when the time was ripe for another round of civil disobedience.

Solution: c)

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question With reference to the Wavell’s ‘Breakdown Plan’ of 1946, consider the following statements: It proposed the withdrawal of the British Army and officials to the Muslim majority provinces. It was implemented immediately after the failure of the Cabinet Mission Plan. It indicated a desire among some British officials to create a ‘Northern Ireland’ scenario in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1, 2 and 3 b) 2 only c) 1 and 2 only d) 1 and 3 only Correct Solution: d) Wavell’s ‘Breakdown Plan‘ envisaged withdrawing the British Army and officials to the Muslim majority provinces of the North-West and North-East, effectively handing over the rest of India to the Congress. The plan was presented in May 1946 but was superseded by the Cabinet Mission Plan and was never implemented. The plan reflected a desire among some high-ranking British officials to create a ‘Northern Ireland’ scenario in India, where a part would remain under British influence while the rest gained independence. Therefore, statements 1 and 3 are correct. Incorrect Solution: d) Wavell’s ‘Breakdown Plan‘ envisaged withdrawing the British Army and officials to the Muslim majority provinces of the North-West and North-East, effectively handing over the rest of India to the Congress. The plan was presented in May 1946 but was superseded by the Cabinet Mission Plan and was never implemented. The plan reflected a desire among some high-ranking British officials to create a ‘Northern Ireland’ scenario in India, where a part would remain under British influence while the rest gained independence. Therefore, statements 1 and 3 are correct.

#### 5. Question

With reference to the Wavell’s ‘Breakdown Plan’ of 1946, consider the following statements:

• It proposed the withdrawal of the British Army and officials to the Muslim majority provinces.

• It was implemented immediately after the failure of the Cabinet Mission Plan.

• It indicated a desire among some British officials to create a ‘Northern Ireland’ scenario in India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• a) 1, 2 and 3

• c) 1 and 2 only

• d) 1 and 3 only

Solution: d)

Wavell’s ‘Breakdown Plan‘ envisaged withdrawing the British Army and officials to the Muslim majority provinces of the North-West and North-East, effectively handing over the rest of India to the Congress.

The plan was presented in May 1946 but was superseded by the Cabinet Mission Plan and was never implemented.

The plan reflected a desire among some high-ranking British officials to create a ‘Northern Ireland’ scenario in India, where a part would remain under British influence while the rest gained independence.

Therefore, statements 1 and 3 are correct.

Solution: d)

The plan was presented in May 1946 but was superseded by the Cabinet Mission Plan and was never implemented.

Therefore, statements 1 and 3 are correct.

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