Which one of the following operations best describes the removal of militants led by Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale from the Golden Temple complex in Amritsar?
(A) Operation Meghdoot
(B) Operation Blue Star
(C) Operation Thunderstorm
(D) Operation Finale
Ans: B
Exp: Operation Bluestar: Operation Blue Star began on 1st June 1984, but due to fierce resistance from Bhindranwale and his heavily armed supporters, the Army’s operation became larger and more violent than had been originally intended, with the use of tanks and air support. Bhindranwale was killed and the Golden Temple was freed of militants, however, it gravely wounded the Sikh community around the world. It also galvanised the demand for Khalistan. Hence, option B is correct.
With reference to Ram Manohar Lohia, consider the following statements:
1.He began his political journey with the Socialist Party.
2. He opposed Mahatma Gandhi's non-violent struggle against British rule.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: D
Exp: Ram Manohar Lohia was a prominent figure in socialist politics and in the movement towards Indian independence. He was a committed supporter of Mahatma Gandhi’s non-violent struggle against British rule and participated in the Quit India movement in 1942. Hence, statement 2 is not correct. Lohia’s early political career began with the Congress Party, where he held the position of secretary of the Foreign Department of the All-India Congress Committee (A.I.C.C.), the Congress Party’s highest body. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. In 1963 Lohia became a member of the Lok Sabha after a by-election in Farrukhabad (Lok Sabha constituency). He also won the Lok Sabha general election of 1967 from Kannauj (Lok Sabha constituency) but died a few months later.
Consider the following statements:
1. Jyotirao Phule advocated for the Industrialization and modernization of India.
2. Jyotirao Phule established Servants of People Society aimed to attain equal social and economic benefits for lower castes in Maharashtra.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: D
Exp: Jyotirao Phule advocated liberty, egalitarianism, and socialism. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. Phule established the Satyashodhak Samaj in 1873, which meant ‘Seekers of Truth’ and aimed to attain equal social and economic benefits for lower castes in Maharashtra. Servants of People Society was established by Lala Lajpat Rai. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.
With reference to the Dimasas, consider the following statements:
1. The Dimasas (or Dimasa-Kacharis) are the earliest known rulers and settlers of Arunachal Pradesh.
2. Historians describe them as "aborigines" or the "earliest known inhabitants of the Brahmaputra Valley".
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: B
Exp: About: The Dimasas (or Dimasa-Kacharis) are the earliest known rulers and settlers of Assam, and now live in Dima Hasao, Karbi Anglong, Cachar, Hojai and Nagaon districts of central and southern Assam, as well as parts of Nagaland. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. Some of the historians describe them as “aborigines” or the “earliest known inhabitants of the Brahmaputra Valley”. Hence, statement 2 is correct. Prior to Ahom rule, the Dimasa kings — believed to be the descendants of the rulers of the ancient Kamarupa kingdom — ruled large parts of Assam along the south bank of the Brahmaputra between the 13th and 16th centuries. Their earliest historically known capital was Dimapur (now in Nagaland), and later Maibang in North Cachar Hills. It was a powerful kingdom and had almost all of the southern belt of Brahmaputra under its control in the 16th century.
Consider the following statements:
1. Dr. B. R Ambedkar was elected to the Constituent Assembly from Bombay in 1946.
2. Dr. B. R Ambedkar started an Association for the welfare of the depressed classes and the Bahishkrit Bharat newspaper.
3. Buddha or Karl Marx book was written by Dr. (B) R Ambedkar.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 and 2 Only
(B) 1 and 3 Only
(C) 2 and 3 Only
(D) All of the Above
Ans: C
Exp: In 1942, Dr. Ambedkar was appointed to the Executive Council of the Governor General of India as a Labour member He was elected to the Constituent Assembly from Bengal in 1946. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. In 1924, he started an Association for the welfare of the depressed classes and in 1927, he started the Bahishkrit Bharat newspaper to address the cause of the depressed classes. He also led the Mahad Satyagraha in March 1927. Hence, statement 2 is ocrrect. Books Written by Dr. Ambedkar: Annihilation of Caste Buddha or Karl Marx The Untouchable: Who are They and Why They Have Become Untouchables Buddha and His Dhamma The Rise and Fall of Hindu Women Hence, statement 3 is correct.
With reference to the Jagjivan Ram, consider the following statements:
1. He was instrumental in the foundation of the AllIndia Depressed Classes League.
2. His memorial at his cremation place is named Samta Sthal (Place of Equality).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: C
Exp: Jagjivan Ram (Popularly known as Babuji): He was born on 5th April 1908 in Chandwa in Bihar to a Dalit family. In 1931, he became a member of the Indian National Congress (Congress Party). He was instrumental in the foundation of the All-India Depressed Classes League, an organisation dedicated to attaining equality for untouchables, in 1934-35. Hence, statement 1 is correct. He was a champion of social equality and equal rights for the Depressed Classes. In 1935, he proposed at a session of the Hindu Mahasabha that drinking water wells and temples be open to untouchables. In 1935, Babuji also appeared before the Hammond Commission at Ranchi and demanded, for the first time, voting rights for the Dalits. He was jailed twice in the early 1940s for his political activities associated with the Quit India movement against British rule. When Jawaharlal Nehru formed the provisional government, Jagjivan Ram became its youngest minister. He died on 6th July 1986 at New Delhi. His memorial at his cremation place is named Samta Sthal (Place of Equality). Hence, statement 2 is correct.
Consider the following statements regarding the Vaikom Satyagraha:
1. It was a significant event in the Indian Freedom Struggle against British Rule.
2. It was led by Savitribai Phule.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2
Ans: D
Exp: The Vaikom Satyagraha was a movement launched in 1924 in the princely state of Travancore, present-day Kerala. The movement was initiated by the lower-caste Hindus who were protesting against the discriminatory practices of the upper-caste Hindus in the Shiva temple at Vaikom, which denied them entry into the temple. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. The satyagraha was led by leaders like K. Kelappan, T. K. Madhavan, and K. Ayyappan, among others. The movement gained support from leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, who visited Vaikom in 1925 and expressed his solidarity with the protesters. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.
Consider the following statements:
1. The Namgyal dynasty founded the Kingdom of Sikkim in the 17th century.
2. On the integration with India, Sikkim became 22nd state of the country in 1975.
3. Sikkim is bordered by three international borders.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(A) 1 only
(B) 1 and 2 only
(C) 1, 2 and 3
(D) 2 and 3 only
Ans: C
Exp: Sikkim’s Statehood Day Sikkim’s Statehood Day, celebrated annually on May 16, to marks the acknowledgment of Sikkim’s integration with India and its establishment as the 22nd state of the country in 1975. Hence, statement 2 is correct. The formation of the state of Sikkim came about through the 36th Amendment of the Indian Constitution. Sikkim has a rich history that dates back to the 17th century when the Namgyal dynasty founded the Kingdom of Sikkim. Hence, statement 1 is correct. Sikkim is bordered by the Tibet Autonomous Region of China to the north and northeast, by Bhutan to the southeast, by the Indian state of West Bengal to the south, and by Nepal to the west. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
Consider the following statements about Rabindranath Tagore:
1. He, also known as Bengali Gandhi, was a prolific literary figure and polymath, known for his contributions to Bengali literature and musi(c)
2. He was the first non-European Nobel Prize laureate in Literature in 1931.
3. Tagore's compositions of songs are called "Rabindra Sangeet".
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
(A) 3 only
(B) 1 and 2 only
(C) 1 and 3 only
(D) 1, 2 and 3
Ans: B
Exp: Rabindranath Tagore, also known as Gurudev, was a prolific literary figure and polymath, known for his contributions to Bengali literature and music. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. As per Bengali Calendar, ‘Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti’ is observed on the 25th day of the Bengali month of Baishakh, and this day is being celebrated today, May 9th, 2023. Tagore’s compositions of over 2000 songs, called “Rabindra Sangeet,” and his renowned works like Gitanjali have left a lasting impact. Hence, statement 3 is correct. As the first non-European Nobel Prize laureate in Literature in 1913, he became a symbol of artistic excellence. Tagore’s philosophies and the establishment of Vishwa-Bharati University continue to inspire generations. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.
Who was Raja Ravi Varma?
(A) A famous Indian painter known for his realistic portraits and paintings inspired by Indian mythology
(B) A famous Indian politician and freedom fighter who played a key role in India's struggle for independence
(C) A famous Indian scientist who made significant contributions to the field of mathematics
(D) A famous Indian musician who popularized the use of the tabla in classical music
Ans: A
Exp: Raja Ravi Verma: Raja Ravi Varma was a renowned Indian painter who lived from 1848 to 1906. He is considered one of the greatest painters in the history of Indian art. He is famous for his realistic and vivid portraits of Indian royalty, as well as his paintings inspired by Indian mythology. His style was a fusion of Indian and European art techniques, and he is credited with introducing modern art to India. Hence, option a is the correct answer.
Consider the following statements about the Quit India Movement:
1. It was launched by Mahatma Gandhi in response to the Cabinet Mission Plan.
2. It was initiated on 8th August 1942, at the All-India Congress Committee session in Calcutta.
3. The slogan 'Quit India' was given by Yusuf Meherally.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(A) Only one
(B) Only two
(C) All three
(D) None
Ans: A
Exp: In response to the limited objective of Cripps Mission to provide a dominion status only, the Indian leaders agreed to initiate a movement, which came to be known as the Quit India Movement. Hence, statement 1 is not correct. The Cabinet Mission Plan was a statement made by the Cabinet Mission and the Viceroy, Lord Wavell, on May 16, 1946, that contained proposals regarding the constitutional future of India in the wake of Indian political parties and representatives not coming to an agreement. On 8th August, 1942, Mahatma Gandhi gave the clarion call to end the British rule and launched the Quit India Movement at the session of the All-India Congress Committee in Mumbai. Hence, statement 2 is not correct. Gandhiji gave the call “Do or Die” in his speech delivered at the Gowalia Tank Maidan, now popularly known as August Kranti Maidan. The Quit India Movement,also known as the August Movement or Bharat Chodo Andolan, was a significant civil disobedience movement with the aim to end British colonial rule in India. The slogan ‘Quit India’ was coined by Yusuf Meherally, a socialist and trade unionist who also served as Mayor of Mumbai. Meherally had also coined the slogan “Simon Go Back”. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
Which of the following statements is/are correct about Operation Polo?
1. It was a police action against the Razakars, a militant group that supported the Nizam's independence.
2. It resulted in the integration of Hyderabad into the Indian Union and the abolition of the Nizam's rule.
3. It was opposed by the United Nations, which passed a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire and a plebiscite in Hyderaba(d)
4. It was preceded by a standstill agreement between India and Hyderabad, which maintained the status quo of their relations.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 2 and 3 only
(C) 1, 2 and 4 only
(D) All of the above
Ans: C
Exp: The Razakars were a paramilitary force that advocated for the Nizam’s sovereignty and resisted the Indian invasion. They were accused of committing atrocities against the Hindu population and the Telangana rebels, who wanted land reforms and democracy. Hence, statement 1 is correct. Operation Polo ended with the surrender of the Nizam on September 18, 1948. He signed an instrument of accession, joining India as a princely state. He was later appointed as the Rajpramukh (governor) of Hyderabad until 1956, when the state was reorganized along linguistic lines. Hence, statement 2 is correct. The United Nations did not intervene in the conflict, as it was considered an internal matter of India. However, Pakistan protested against India’s action and accused it of violating international law and human rights.Hence, statement 3 is not correct. In November 1947, Hyderabad signed a standstill agreement with India, which continued all previous arrangements except for the stationing of Indian troops in the state. The agreement was meant to last for one year, during which a final settlement would be reached. However, India accused Hyderabad of violating the agreement by importing arms, seeking foreign recognition, and supporting subversive activities. Hence, statement 4 is correct.
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