initial modern india mcq set 4 Questions and Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

Where in India, did the Portuguese build their first fortress?

a) Cannanore

b) Goa

c) Cochin

d) Anjidiv

Question : 2

With reference to Ryotwari Settlement, consider the following statements:

1. The rent was paid directly by the peasants to the Government.
2. The Government gave Pattas to the Ryots.
3. The lands were surveyed and assessed before being taxed.

a) 1 only

b) 1 and 2

c) 2 and 3

d) 1, 2 and 3

Question : 3

Which one of the following had for the first time accepted that British victory at Plasy was the victory of breach of faith?

a) None of these

b) Vansittort

c) Lord Clive

d) Hector Munro

Question : 4

Which one of the following settlements did comprise Zamindar as middleman to collect the land revenue?

a) None of the above

b) Ryotwari settlement

c) Mahalwari settlement

d) Permanent settlement

Question : 5

Which one of the following is incorrect about Warren Hastings?

a) He shifted treasury from Murshidad to Calcutta

b) He ended the dual system

c) He founded the Calcutta Madrassa

d) He pursued permanent settlement in Bengal

Question : 6

When was the East India Company brought under the parliamentary control?

a) None of these

b) 1784

c) 1773

d) 1793