UPSC Static Quiz – Modern India : 7 September 2024

UPSC Static Quiz – Modern India : 7 September 2024 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 response to the Communal Award of 1932: The Indian National Congress neither accepted nor rejected the Communal Award outright. Gandhi believed that separate electorates for the depressed classes would help in abolishing untouchability by giving them political power. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar supported the Communal Award because it granted separate electorates to the depressed classes. How many of the above statements is/are correct? a) Only one b) Only two c) All three d) None Correct Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct. The Indian National Congress, while strongly disagreeing with the Communal Award, decided neither to accept it nor to reject it. The Congress’s position was nuanced, reflecting its complex internal debates and the broader political landscape. Statement 2 is incorrect. Gandhi did not believe that separate electorates for the depressed classes would help in abolishing untouchability. On the contrary, he argued that it would entrench the social divisions and perpetuate the marginalized status of the depressed classes, thus harming both Hinduism and the broader Indian society. Statement 3 is correct. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar supported the Communal Award because it provided separate electorates for the depressed classes, which he believed was necessary to ensure their political representation and protect their rights in a dominantly upper-caste society. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is correct. The Indian National Congress, while strongly disagreeing with the Communal Award, decided neither to accept it nor to reject it. The Congress’s position was nuanced, reflecting its complex internal debates and the broader political landscape. Statement 2 is incorrect. Gandhi did not believe that separate electorates for the depressed classes would help in abolishing untouchability. On the contrary, he argued that it would entrench the social divisions and perpetuate the marginalized status of the depressed classes, thus harming both Hinduism and the broader Indian society. Statement 3 is correct. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar supported the Communal Award because it provided separate electorates for the depressed classes, which he believed was necessary to ensure their political representation and protect their rights in a dominantly upper-caste society.

#### 1. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the response to the Communal Award of 1932:

• The Indian National Congress neither accepted nor rejected the Communal Award outright.

• Gandhi believed that separate electorates for the depressed classes would help in abolishing untouchability by giving them political power.

• Dr. B.R. Ambedkar supported the Communal Award because it granted separate electorates to the depressed classes.

How many of the above statements is/are correct?

• a) Only one

• b) Only two

• c) All three

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is correct. The Indian National Congress, while strongly disagreeing with the Communal Award, decided neither to accept it nor to reject it. The Congress’s position was nuanced, reflecting its complex internal debates and the broader political landscape.

Statement 2 is incorrect. Gandhi did not believe that separate electorates for the depressed classes would help in abolishing untouchability. On the contrary, he argued that it would entrench the social divisions and perpetuate the marginalized status of the depressed classes, thus harming both Hinduism and the broader Indian society.

Statement 3 is correct. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar supported the Communal Award because it provided separate electorates for the depressed classes, which he believed was necessary to ensure their political representation and protect their rights in a dominantly upper-caste society.

Solution: b)

• Question 2 of 5 2. Question Consider the following statements about the Government of India Act, 1935: The Act provided for the establishment of a Federal Court, which became the Supreme Court of India soon after independence. The Act abolished separate electorates for minorities and introduced joint electorates across the board. The Act extended the voting rights from 3% to 14% of the total population of India. Which of the statements given above is correct? a) 1 only b) 2 only c) 3 only d) None of the above Correct Solution: c) Statement 1 is incorrect. While the Government of India Act, 1935, did establish a Federal Court, it did not directly become the Supreme Court of India. The Federal Court continued to function until India gained independence, after which the Supreme Court of India was established in 1950. Statement 2 is incorrect. The Act did not abolish separate electorates; in fact, it continued and even expanded separate electorates to include more groups, such as women and minorities. Statement 3 is correct. The Government of India Act, 1935, significantly extended the franchise, increasing the percentage of the population eligible to vote from 3% to about 14%. This was an important step towards broader political participation, although the franchise was still limited by property, income, and educational qualifications. Incorrect Solution: c) Statement 1 is incorrect. While the Government of India Act, 1935, did establish a Federal Court, it did not directly become the Supreme Court of India. The Federal Court continued to function until India gained independence, after which the Supreme Court of India was established in 1950. Statement 2 is incorrect. The Act did not abolish separate electorates; in fact, it continued and even expanded separate electorates to include more groups, such as women and minorities. Statement 3 is correct. The Government of India Act, 1935, significantly extended the franchise, increasing the percentage of the population eligible to vote from 3% to about 14%. This was an important step towards broader political participation, although the franchise was still limited by property, income, and educational qualifications.

#### 2. Question

Consider the following statements about the Government of India Act, 1935:

• The Act provided for the establishment of a Federal Court, which became the Supreme Court of India soon after independence.

• The Act abolished separate electorates for minorities and introduced joint electorates across the board.

• The Act extended the voting rights from 3% to 14% of the total population of India.

Which of the statements given above is correct?

• d) None of the above

Solution: c)

Statement 1 is incorrect. While the Government of India Act, 1935, did establish a Federal Court, it did not directly become the Supreme Court of India. The Federal Court continued to function until India gained independence, after which the Supreme Court of India was established in 1950.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The Act did not abolish separate electorates; in fact, it continued and even expanded separate electorates to include more groups, such as women and minorities.

Statement 3 is correct. The Government of India Act, 1935, significantly extended the franchise, increasing the percentage of the population eligible to vote from 3% to about 14%. This was an important step towards broader political participation, although the franchise was still limited by property, income, and educational qualifications.

Solution: c)

Statement 2 is incorrect. The Act did not abolish separate electorates; in fact, it continued and even expanded separate electorates to include more groups, such as women and minorities.

• Question 3 of 5 3. Question Which of the following was a significant outcome of the 1937 provincial elections in British India? a) The Congress won a majority in all provinces, including Punjab and Sindh. b) The Congress formed ministries immediately after the elections without any conditions. c) The Congress emerged as the single largest party in Bengal, NWFP, Assam, and Bombay. d) The Congress rejected the formation of ministries in provinces where they had won a majority. Correct Solution: c) The 1937 provincial elections were a significant moment in India’s struggle for independence. The Indian National Congress emerged as the single largest party in several provinces, including Bengal, NWFP (North-West Frontier Province), Assam, and Bombay. However, it did not fare well in Punjab and Sindh, where other parties performed better. Although the Congress won a majority in six provinces, it delayed the formation of ministries due to concerns about the governors’ special powers. This delay was a strategic move to demonstrate that the Congress was not eager to gain power but rather focused on ensuring genuine autonomy in governance. Incorrect Solution: c) The 1937 provincial elections were a significant moment in India’s struggle for independence. The Indian National Congress emerged as the single largest party in several provinces, including Bengal, NWFP (North-West Frontier Province), Assam, and Bombay. However, it did not fare well in Punjab and Sindh, where other parties performed better. Although the Congress won a majority in six provinces, it delayed the formation of ministries due to concerns about the governors’ special powers. This delay was a strategic move to demonstrate that the Congress was not eager to gain power but rather focused on ensuring genuine autonomy in governance.

#### 3. Question

Which of the following was a significant outcome of the 1937 provincial elections in British India?

• a) The Congress won a majority in all provinces, including Punjab and Sindh.

• b) The Congress formed ministries immediately after the elections without any conditions.

• c) The Congress emerged as the single largest party in Bengal, NWFP, Assam, and Bombay.

• d) The Congress rejected the formation of ministries in provinces where they had won a majority.

Solution: c)

The 1937 provincial elections were a significant moment in India’s struggle for independence. The Indian National Congress emerged as the single largest party in several provinces, including Bengal, NWFP (North-West Frontier Province), Assam, and Bombay. However, it did not fare well in Punjab and Sindh, where other parties performed better.

Although the Congress won a majority in six provinces, it delayed the formation of ministries due to concerns about the governors’ special powers. This delay was a strategic move to demonstrate that the Congress was not eager to gain power but rather focused on ensuring genuine autonomy in governance.

Solution: c)

• Question 4 of 5 4. Question Consider the following statements regarding the British government’s reaction to the Indian National Congress during World War II: The British government immediately set up a “consultative committee” to discuss India’s future political arrangements. The Defence of India Rules were promulgated to check defiance of British authority and to exploit Indian resources for the war effort. 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: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. While the British government mentioned the possibility of setting up a “consultative committee,” this was a vague and conditional offer, not an immediate action. The committee was intended to be consulted only when the British government deemed it necessary, rather than being a genuine step towards Indian self-governance. Statement 2 is correct. The Defence of India Rules were indeed promulgated by the British government to maintain control over India during the war. These rules were used to suppress any defiance against British authority and to ensure that Indian resources could be fully exploited for the war effort. Incorrect Solution: b) Statement 1 is incorrect. While the British government mentioned the possibility of setting up a “consultative committee,” this was a vague and conditional offer, not an immediate action. The committee was intended to be consulted only when the British government deemed it necessary, rather than being a genuine step towards Indian self-governance. Statement 2 is correct. The Defence of India Rules were indeed promulgated by the British government to maintain control over India during the war. These rules were used to suppress any defiance against British authority and to ensure that Indian resources could be fully exploited for the war effort.

#### 4. Question

Consider the following statements regarding the British government’s reaction to the Indian National Congress during World War II:

• The British government immediately set up a “consultative committee” to discuss India’s future political arrangements.

• The Defence of India Rules were promulgated to check defiance of British authority and to exploit Indian resources for the war effort.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• c) Both 1 and 2

• d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution: b)

Statement 1 is incorrect. While the British government mentioned the possibility of setting up a “consultative committee,” this was a vague and conditional offer, not an immediate action. The committee was intended to be consulted only when the British government deemed it necessary, rather than being a genuine step towards Indian self-governance.

Statement 2 is correct. The Defence of India Rules were indeed promulgated by the British government to maintain control over India during the war. These rules were used to suppress any defiance against British authority and to ensure that Indian resources could be fully exploited for the war effort.

Solution: b)

• Question 5 of 5 5. Question What was the condition under which the Rajagopalachari Formula would become operative? a) The formation of a permanent Hindu-Muslim alliance b) The establishment of a British protectorate over Muslim-majority regions c) The immediate partition of India d) The transfer of full powers to India by the British Correct Solution: d) The Rajagopalachari Formula included the condition that the terms would only become operative if Britain transferred full powers to India. This condition underscored the demand for complete independence as a prerequisite for implementing the proposed plebiscite and other provisions, thereby linking the resolution of the political deadlock to the broader objective of ending British rule in India. Incorrect Solution: d) The Rajagopalachari Formula included the condition that the terms would only become operative if Britain transferred full powers to India. This condition underscored the demand for complete independence as a prerequisite for implementing the proposed plebiscite and other provisions, thereby linking the resolution of the political deadlock to the broader objective of ending British rule in India.

#### 5. Question

What was the condition under which the Rajagopalachari Formula would become operative?

• a) The formation of a permanent Hindu-Muslim alliance

• b) The establishment of a British protectorate over Muslim-majority regions

• c) The immediate partition of India

• d) The transfer of full powers to India by the British

Solution: d)

The Rajagopalachari Formula included the condition that the terms would only become operative if Britain transferred full powers to India. This condition underscored the demand for complete independence as a prerequisite for implementing the proposed plebiscite and other provisions, thereby linking the resolution of the political deadlock to the broader objective of ending British rule in India.

Solution: d)

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