Q. Which of the following was a major outcome of the 'Green Revolution' in India concerning social justice? (1960)
A.
Reduction in poverty
B.
Increase in agricultural productivity
C.
Widening of social inequalities
D.
Empowerment of women
Solution
While the Green Revolution increased agricultural productivity, it also led to widening social inequalities, as wealth became concentrated among a few landowners.
Correct Answer:
C
— Widening of social inequalities
Q. Which of the following was a significant agricultural innovation during the Industrial Revolution?
A.
Crop rotation
B.
Seed drill
C.
Organic farming
D.
Terracing
Solution
The seed drill, invented by Jethro Tull, was a significant agricultural innovation during the Industrial Revolution that allowed for more efficient planting of seeds.
Q. Which of the following was a significant consequence of World War II?
A.
The establishment of the League of Nations
B.
The Cold War
C.
The unification of Germany
D.
The end of colonialism in Asia
Solution
World War II led to the emergence of the United States and the Soviet Union as superpowers, resulting in the Cold War, a period of geopolitical tension.
Q. Which of the following was a significant contribution of the Mughal Empire to the field of medicine in India?
A.
Establishment of hospitals
B.
Introduction of vaccination
C.
Development of Ayurveda
D.
Promotion of Western medicine
Solution
The Mughal Empire (16th-18th centuries) established hospitals known as 'Darushifa' which provided medical care and promoted the practice of medicine in India.
Q. Which of the following was a significant factor in the establishment of the Silk Road during the Han Dynasty?
A.
A. The invention of the compass
B.
B. The demand for silk in the Roman Empire
C.
C. The spread of Buddhism
D.
D. The establishment of the Mongol Empire
Solution
The demand for silk in the Roman Empire was a significant factor that led to the establishment of the Silk Road during the Han Dynasty, facilitating trade between East and West.
Correct Answer:
B
— B. The demand for silk in the Roman Empire
Q. Which of the following was a significant factor leading to the fall of the Roman Empire?
A.
The rise of Christianity
B.
The invention of the printing press
C.
The discovery of America
D.
The establishment of the Silk Road
Solution
The rise of Christianity and its influence on Roman society contributed to the decline of traditional Roman values and the eventual fall of the Roman Empire.
Q. Which of the following was a significant feature of the economy during the Maurya Empire?
A.
Extensive trade networks
B.
Heavy reliance on agriculture
C.
Use of silver coins
D.
All of the above
Solution
The Maurya Empire had a well-organized economy characterized by extensive trade networks, reliance on agriculture, and the use of silver coins for transactions.
Q. Which of the following was a significant feature of the Mauryan Empire's planning in terms of administration?
A.
Decentralized governance
B.
Centralized bureaucracy
C.
Feudal system
D.
Tribal confederation
Solution
The Mauryan Empire, particularly under Ashoka, is known for its centralized bureaucracy which allowed for efficient governance across its vast territories.
Q. Which of the following was a significant outcome of the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War for India? (1971)
A.
Increased territorial expansion
B.
Strengthened relations with Pakistan
C.
Creation of a new neighboring state
D.
Formation of the SAARC
Solution
The 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War resulted in the creation of Bangladesh as a new neighboring state, significantly altering the geopolitical landscape of South Asia.
Correct Answer:
C
— Creation of a new neighboring state
Q. Which of the following was a significant outcome of the Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 in relation to poverty? (1917)
A.
A. Abolition of zamindari system
B.
B. Improvement in the plight of indigo farmers
C.
C. Establishment of cooperative societies
D.
D. Introduction of land reforms
Solution
The Champaran Satyagraha led to improvements in the conditions of indigo farmers, who were suffering from exploitative practices, thus addressing some aspects of rural poverty.
Correct Answer:
B
— B. Improvement in the plight of indigo farmers
Q. Which of the following was a significant outcome of the Congress of Vienna in 1815?
A.
The unification of Germany
B.
The establishment of the League of Nations
C.
The restoration of monarchies in Europe
D.
The independence of Latin American countries
Solution
The Congress of Vienna in 1815 aimed to restore the balance of power in Europe and led to the restoration of monarchies that had been overthrown during the Napoleonic Wars.
Correct Answer:
C
— The restoration of monarchies in Europe
Q. Which of the following was a significant outcome of the French Revolution of 1789?
A.
The establishment of a constitutional monarchy.
B.
The rise of Napoleon Bonaparte as a dictator.
C.
The end of the feudal system in France.
D.
The spread of revolutionary ideas across Europe.
Solution
The French Revolution of 1789 led to the spread of revolutionary ideas across Europe, inspiring various movements for democracy and national self-determination.
Correct Answer:
D
— The spread of revolutionary ideas across Europe.
Q. Which of the following was a significant outcome of the Government of India Act of 1935? (1935)
A.
Establishment of a federal structure
B.
Introduction of direct elections
C.
Complete autonomy for provinces
D.
Abolition of the diarchy system
Solution
The Government of India Act of 1935 established a federal structure, providing for a division of powers between the central and provincial governments.
Correct Answer:
A
— Establishment of a federal structure
Q. Which of the following was a significant outcome of the Russian Revolution of 1917? (1917)
A.
The establishment of a constitutional monarchy.
B.
The rise of the Bolsheviks and the establishment of a communist state.
C.
The end of World War I.
D.
The expansion of the Russian Empire.
Solution
A significant outcome of the Russian Revolution of 1917 was the rise of the Bolsheviks, leading to the establishment of a communist state and the withdrawal of Russia from World War I.
Correct Answer:
B
— The rise of the Bolsheviks and the establishment of a communist state.
Q. Which of the following was a significant outcome of the social reforms initiated by Raja Ram Mohan Roy in the 19th century?
A.
Establishment of the Indian National Congress.
B.
Abolition of Sati.
C.
Promotion of the caste system.
D.
Introduction of Western education.
Solution
Raja Ram Mohan Roy was instrumental in the abolition of Sati, a practice that was widely criticized for its inhumanity and was a significant social reform of the time.
Q. Which of the following was a significant outcome of the Treaty of Versailles (1919)? (1919)
A.
It led to the establishment of the League of Nations.
B.
It resulted in the unification of Germany and Austria.
C.
It marked the end of the Cold War.
D.
It initiated the process of decolonization in Asia.
Solution
The Treaty of Versailles, which ended World War I, established the League of Nations aimed at promoting peace and preventing future conflicts, although it ultimately failed to achieve its goals.
Correct Answer:
A
— It led to the establishment of the League of Nations.