UPSC Static Quiz – History : 15 January 2026
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• Question 1 of 5 1. Question Consider the following statements regarding Subhash Chandra Bose. He became the president of INC for two consecutive years. The idea of the Indian National Army (INA) was first conceived by Subhash Chandra Bose. He opposed the Dominion status as proposed in the Nehru Report. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: B The idea of creating an army out of the Indian prisoners of war (POWs) was originally that of Mohan Singh, an Indian army officer who had decided not to join the retreating British army in Malaya. The Japanese handed over the Indian prisoners of war to Mohan Singh who tried to recruit them into an Indian National Army. In 1938, Subhash Chandra Bose became the president of INC at Haripur session. In 1939, Subhash Chandra Bose again became the president of INC by defeating Gandhi’s candidate Pattabhi Sitaramayya. In 1928, Subhash Chandra Bose opposed the Dominion status as proposed in the Nehru Report. Incorrect Solution: B The idea of creating an army out of the Indian prisoners of war (POWs) was originally that of Mohan Singh, an Indian army officer who had decided not to join the retreating British army in Malaya. The Japanese handed over the Indian prisoners of war to Mohan Singh who tried to recruit them into an Indian National Army. In 1938, Subhash Chandra Bose became the president of INC at Haripur session. In 1939, Subhash Chandra Bose again became the president of INC by defeating Gandhi’s candidate Pattabhi Sitaramayya. In 1928, Subhash Chandra Bose opposed the Dominion status as proposed in the Nehru Report.
#### 1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Subhash Chandra Bose.
• He became the president of INC for two consecutive years.
• The idea of the Indian National Army (INA) was first conceived by Subhash Chandra Bose.
• He opposed the Dominion status as proposed in the Nehru Report.
Which of the above statements are correct?
• (a) 1 and 2 only
• (b) 1 and 3 only
• (c) 2 and 3 only
• (d) 1, 2 and 3
Solution: B
• The idea of creating an army out of the Indian prisoners of war (POWs) was originally that of Mohan Singh, an Indian army officer who had decided not to join the retreating British army in Malaya.
• The Japanese handed over the Indian prisoners of war to Mohan Singh who tried to recruit them into an Indian National Army.
• In 1938, Subhash Chandra Bose became the president of INC at Haripur session.
• In 1939, Subhash Chandra Bose again became the president of INC by defeating Gandhi’s candidate Pattabhi Sitaramayya.
• In 1928, Subhash Chandra Bose opposed the Dominion status as proposed in the Nehru Report.
Solution: B
• The idea of creating an army out of the Indian prisoners of war (POWs) was originally that of Mohan Singh, an Indian army officer who had decided not to join the retreating British army in Malaya.
• The Japanese handed over the Indian prisoners of war to Mohan Singh who tried to recruit them into an Indian National Army.
• In 1938, Subhash Chandra Bose became the president of INC at Haripur session.
• In 1939, Subhash Chandra Bose again became the president of INC by defeating Gandhi’s candidate Pattabhi Sitaramayya.
• In 1928, Subhash Chandra Bose opposed the Dominion status as proposed in the Nehru Report.
• Question 2 of 5 2. Question With reference to the Carnatic Wars, consider the following statements: The First Carnatic War (1744-48) was triggered by the War of the Austrian Succession. The battle of Wandiwash ended the French threat to British in India. Which of the above statements is/are incorrect? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) Both 1 and 2 d) Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Solution: D The First Carnatic War (1744-48) was triggered by the War of the Austrian Succession. The battle of Wandiwash ended the colonial interests of French in India and their presence was limited to Puducherry. Incorrect Solution: D The First Carnatic War (1744-48) was triggered by the War of the Austrian Succession. The battle of Wandiwash ended the colonial interests of French in India and their presence was limited to Puducherry.
#### 2. Question
With reference to the Carnatic Wars, consider the following statements:
• The First Carnatic War (1744-48) was triggered by the War of the Austrian Succession.
• The battle of Wandiwash ended the French threat to British in India.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
• c) Both 1 and 2
• d) Neither 1 nor 2
Solution: D
The First Carnatic War (1744-48) was triggered by the War of the Austrian Succession.
The battle of Wandiwash ended the colonial interests of French in India and their presence was limited to Puducherry.
Solution: D
The First Carnatic War (1744-48) was triggered by the War of the Austrian Succession.
The battle of Wandiwash ended the colonial interests of French in India and their presence was limited to Puducherry.
• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Consider the following statements regarding Raja Rammohan Roy and Brahmo Samaj. Raja Rammohan Roy, the founder of Brahmo Samaj was called the father of Indian Renaissance. Rammohan Roy translated into Bengali the Vedas and the five Upanishads. Brahmo Samaj aimed to purify Hinduism, preach monotheism and establish a new religion. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: A Raja Rammohan Roy (1772-1833), often called the father of Indian Renaissance and the maker of Modern India. Rammohan Roy believed in the modern scientific approach and principles of human dignity and social equality. He put his faith in monotheism. He wrote Gift to Monotheists (1809) and translated into Bengali the Vedas and the five Upanishads to prove his conviction that ancient Hindu texts support monotheism. Raja Rammohan Roy founded the Brahmo Sabha in August 1828; it was later renamed Brahmo Samaj. Rammohan Roy did not want to establish a new religion. He only wanted to purify Hinduism of the evil practices which had crept into it. Incorrect Solution: A Raja Rammohan Roy (1772-1833), often called the father of Indian Renaissance and the maker of Modern India. Rammohan Roy believed in the modern scientific approach and principles of human dignity and social equality. He put his faith in monotheism. He wrote Gift to Monotheists (1809) and translated into Bengali the Vedas and the five Upanishads to prove his conviction that ancient Hindu texts support monotheism. Raja Rammohan Roy founded the Brahmo Sabha in August 1828; it was later renamed Brahmo Samaj. Rammohan Roy did not want to establish a new religion. He only wanted to purify Hinduism of the evil practices which had crept into it.
#### 3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding Raja Rammohan Roy and Brahmo Samaj.
• Raja Rammohan Roy, the founder of Brahmo Samaj was called the father of Indian Renaissance.
• Rammohan Roy translated into Bengali the Vedas and the five Upanishads.
• Brahmo Samaj aimed to purify Hinduism, preach monotheism and establish a new religion.
Which of the above statements are correct?
• (a) 1 and 2 only
• (b) 1 and 3 only
• (c) 2 and 3 only
• (d) 1, 2 and 3
Solution: A
• Raja Rammohan Roy (1772-1833), often called the father of Indian Renaissance and the maker of Modern India. Rammohan Roy believed in the modern scientific approach and principles of human dignity and social equality.
• He put his faith in monotheism. He wrote Gift to Monotheists (1809) and translated into Bengali the Vedas and the five Upanishads to prove his conviction that ancient Hindu texts support monotheism.
• Raja Rammohan Roy founded the Brahmo Sabha in August 1828; it was later renamed Brahmo Samaj. Rammohan Roy did not want to establish a new religion. He only wanted to purify Hinduism of the evil practices which had crept into it.
Solution: A
• Raja Rammohan Roy (1772-1833), often called the father of Indian Renaissance and the maker of Modern India. Rammohan Roy believed in the modern scientific approach and principles of human dignity and social equality.
• He put his faith in monotheism. He wrote Gift to Monotheists (1809) and translated into Bengali the Vedas and the five Upanishads to prove his conviction that ancient Hindu texts support monotheism.
• Raja Rammohan Roy founded the Brahmo Sabha in August 1828; it was later renamed Brahmo Samaj. Rammohan Roy did not want to establish a new religion. He only wanted to purify Hinduism of the evil practices which had crept into it.
• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Which of the following were annexed by the British citing the Doctrine of Lapse? Nagpur Satara Sambalpur Udaipur Select the correct answer code: a) 1, 2 and 3 only b) 1, 3 and 4 only c) 2 and 3 only d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Correct Solution: D The final wave of annexations occurred under Lord Dalhousie who was the Governor-General from 1848 to 1856. He devised a policy that came to be known as the Doctrine of Lapse. The doctrine declared that if an Indian ruler died without a male heir his kingdom would “lapse”, that is, become part of Company territory. One kingdom after another was annexed simply by applying this doctrine: Satara (1848), Sambalpur (1850), Udaipur (1852), Nagpur (1853) and Jhansi (1854). Finally, in 1856, the Company also took over Awadh. Incorrect Solution: D The final wave of annexations occurred under Lord Dalhousie who was the Governor-General from 1848 to 1856. He devised a policy that came to be known as the Doctrine of Lapse. The doctrine declared that if an Indian ruler died without a male heir his kingdom would “lapse”, that is, become part of Company territory. One kingdom after another was annexed simply by applying this doctrine: Satara (1848), Sambalpur (1850), Udaipur (1852), Nagpur (1853) and Jhansi (1854). Finally, in 1856, the Company also took over Awadh.
#### 4. Question
Which of the following were annexed by the British citing the Doctrine of Lapse?
Select the correct answer code:
• a) 1, 2 and 3 only
• b) 1, 3 and 4 only
• c) 2 and 3 only
• d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Solution: D
The final wave of annexations occurred under Lord Dalhousie who was the Governor-General from 1848 to 1856. He devised a policy that came to be known as the Doctrine of Lapse.
The doctrine declared that if an Indian ruler died without a male heir his kingdom would “lapse”, that is, become part of Company territory. One kingdom after another was annexed simply by applying this doctrine: Satara (1848), Sambalpur (1850), Udaipur (1852), Nagpur (1853) and Jhansi (1854).
Finally, in 1856, the Company also took over Awadh.
Solution: D
The final wave of annexations occurred under Lord Dalhousie who was the Governor-General from 1848 to 1856. He devised a policy that came to be known as the Doctrine of Lapse.
The doctrine declared that if an Indian ruler died without a male heir his kingdom would “lapse”, that is, become part of Company territory. One kingdom after another was annexed simply by applying this doctrine: Satara (1848), Sambalpur (1850), Udaipur (1852), Nagpur (1853) and Jhansi (1854).
Finally, in 1856, the Company also took over Awadh.
• Question 5 of 5 5. Question Which of the following were the causative factors behind the “Indigo or Blue rebellion” in 1859? The peasants were compelled to plant Indigo rather than the food Crops. The peasants were provided loans called “dadon” for indigo planting which was at a very high interest rate. Acquisition of farmland by the British for their industrial projects. Which of the above statements are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3 Correct Solution: A Indigo planting started in Bengal as early as 1777. When the British Power expanded, the Indigo planting was emphasized because of a high demand of the Blue Dye in Europe. Apart from the reasons mentioned above, others are: Indigo farmers received very low returns for their crops. The land under Indigo degraded the land for cultivation of any further crop. The contract conditions under which Indigo planters kept the cultivators were harsh. The loan made the people indebted and resulted in a rebellion. Option a is incorrect: The Supreme Court (2018 & 2023 rulings) clarified that Delhi is NOT a full-fledged state but has limited legislative autonomy. Option b is incorrect: The LG is not fully bound by the Council of Ministers’ advice. Under Article 239AA(4), the LG can refer matters to the President if a disagreement arises, leading to delays. Option c is correct: The 69th Constitutional Amendment (1991) inserted Article 239AA, giving Delhi a unique governance structure—not a full state, but more than a Union Territory. Option d is incorrect: Delhi’s Assembly can legislate only on State List and Concurrent List subjects, except Public Order, Police, and Land (Entries 1, 2, and 18 of the State List), which remain under Central control. About Delhi Assembly: Historical Background: Delhi’s first legislative Assembly was constituted in 1952, with limited powers under the Part-C state The Assembly was abolished in 1956, and Delhi became a Union Territory, remaining without an Assembly for 37 years until 1993. Governance Structure: From 1956 to 1993, Delhi was governed by a Metropolitan Councilwith recommendatory powers, while the central government retained control over key areas like law and order and land. In 1993, Delhi regained its legislative Assembly with 70 seats, but critical functions like police and land remained under central jurisdiction. Article 239AAof the Indian Constitution: Insertion and Special Status:Introduced by the 69th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1991, granting special status to Delhi based on the S Balakrishnan Committee (1987) Composition and Representation: The Delhi Assembly has 70 elected members, a party must win 36 seatsto form government. The Council of Ministers is limited to 10% of the Assembly’s strength, meaning Delhi can have a maximum of 7 Ministers. Legislative Powers:The Assembly can make laws on State List and Concurrent List subjects, except for Public Order, Police, Land, and related entries (64, 65, 66) in the State List, which remain under Central control. Governance Structure:The Chief Minister is appointed by the President and advises on ministerial appointments. The Governor (LG) acts as the administrator, with the power to summon, prorogue, and dissolve the Assembly. Judicial Interpretations:Two Constitution Benches of the Supreme Court (2018 & 2023) clarified Delhi’s governance framework and the extent of its legislative and executive powers. Supporting Legislation:The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991, was enacted to define Delhi’s administrative structure and governance framework post-Article 239AA. Incorrect Solution: A Indigo planting started in Bengal as early as 1777. When the British Power expanded, the Indigo planting was emphasized because of a high demand of the Blue Dye in Europe. Apart from the reasons mentioned above, others are: Indigo farmers received very low returns for their crops. The land under Indigo degraded the land for cultivation of any further crop. The contract conditions under which Indigo planters kept the cultivators were harsh. The loan made the people indebted and resulted in a rebellion.
#### 5. Question
Which of the following were the causative factors behind the “Indigo or Blue rebellion” in 1859?
• The peasants were compelled to plant Indigo rather than the food Crops.
• The peasants were provided loans called “dadon” for indigo planting which was at a very high interest rate.
• Acquisition of farmland by the British for their industrial projects.
Which of the above statements are correct?
• (a) 1 and 2 only
• (b) 1 and 3 only
• (c) 2 and 3 only
• (d) 1, 2 and 3
Solution: A
Indigo planting started in Bengal as early as 1777.
When the British Power expanded, the Indigo planting was emphasized because of a high demand of the Blue Dye in Europe. Apart from the reasons mentioned above, others are:
• Indigo farmers received very low returns for their crops.
• The land under Indigo degraded the land for cultivation of any further crop.
• The contract conditions under which Indigo planters kept the cultivators were harsh.
• The loan made the people indebted and resulted in a rebellion.
Option a is incorrect: The Supreme Court (2018 & 2023 rulings) clarified that Delhi is NOT a full-fledged state but has limited legislative autonomy.
Option b is incorrect: The LG is not fully bound by the Council of Ministers’ advice. Under Article 239AA(4), the LG can refer matters to the President if a disagreement arises, leading to delays.
Option c is correct: The 69th Constitutional Amendment (1991) inserted Article 239AA, giving Delhi a unique governance structure—not a full state, but more than a Union Territory.
Option d is incorrect: Delhi’s Assembly can legislate only on State List and Concurrent List subjects, except Public Order, Police, and Land (Entries 1, 2, and 18 of the State List), which remain under Central control.
About Delhi Assembly:
• Historical Background: Delhi’s first legislative Assembly was constituted in 1952, with limited powers under the Part-C state The Assembly was abolished in 1956, and Delhi became a Union Territory, remaining without an Assembly for 37 years until 1993.
• Delhi’s first legislative Assembly was constituted in 1952, with limited powers under the Part-C state
• The Assembly was abolished in 1956, and Delhi became a Union Territory, remaining without an Assembly for 37 years until 1993.
• Governance Structure: From 1956 to 1993, Delhi was governed by a Metropolitan Councilwith recommendatory powers, while the central government retained control over key areas like law and order and land. In 1993, Delhi regained its legislative Assembly with 70 seats, but critical functions like police and land remained under central jurisdiction.
• From 1956 to 1993, Delhi was governed by a Metropolitan Councilwith recommendatory powers, while the central government retained control over key areas like law and order and land.
• In 1993, Delhi regained its legislative Assembly with 70 seats, but critical functions like police and land remained under central jurisdiction.
• Article 239AAof the Indian Constitution: Insertion and Special Status:Introduced by the 69th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1991, granting special status to Delhi based on the S Balakrishnan Committee (1987) Composition and Representation: The Delhi Assembly has 70 elected members, a party must win 36 seatsto form government. The Council of Ministers is limited to 10% of the Assembly’s strength, meaning Delhi can have a maximum of 7 Ministers. Legislative Powers:The Assembly can make laws on State List and Concurrent List subjects, except for Public Order, Police, Land, and related entries (64, 65, 66) in the State List, which remain under Central control. Governance Structure:The Chief Minister is appointed by the President and advises on ministerial appointments. The Governor (LG) acts as the administrator, with the power to summon, prorogue, and dissolve the Assembly. Judicial Interpretations:Two Constitution Benches of the Supreme Court (2018 & 2023) clarified Delhi’s governance framework and the extent of its legislative and executive powers. Supporting Legislation:The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991, was enacted to define Delhi’s administrative structure and governance framework post-Article 239AA.
• Insertion and Special Status:Introduced by the 69th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1991, granting special status to Delhi based on the S Balakrishnan Committee (1987)
• Composition and Representation: The Delhi Assembly has 70 elected members, a party must win 36 seatsto form government. The Council of Ministers is limited to 10% of the Assembly’s strength, meaning Delhi can have a maximum of 7 Ministers.
• The Delhi Assembly has 70 elected members, a party must win 36 seatsto form government.
• The Council of Ministers is limited to 10% of the Assembly’s strength, meaning Delhi can have a maximum of 7 Ministers.
• Legislative Powers:The Assembly can make laws on State List and Concurrent List subjects, except for Public Order, Police, Land, and related entries (64, 65, 66) in the State List, which remain under Central control.
• Governance Structure:The Chief Minister is appointed by the President and advises on ministerial appointments. The Governor (LG) acts as the administrator, with the power to summon, prorogue, and dissolve the Assembly.
• Judicial Interpretations:Two Constitution Benches of the Supreme Court (2018 & 2023) clarified Delhi’s governance framework and the extent of its legislative and executive powers.
• Supporting Legislation:The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991, was enacted to define Delhi’s administrative structure and governance framework post-Article 239AA.
Solution: A
Indigo planting started in Bengal as early as 1777.
When the British Power expanded, the Indigo planting was emphasized because of a high demand of the Blue Dye in Europe. Apart from the reasons mentioned above, others are:
• Indigo farmers received very low returns for their crops.
• The land under Indigo degraded the land for cultivation of any further crop.
• The contract conditions under which Indigo planters kept the cultivators were harsh.
• The loan made the people indebted and resulted in a rebellion.
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