indian freedom struggle I (1857–1917) MCQs set 4 Questions and Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

Consider the following statements in regards to ‘Swadeshi Movement’:

1. The movement had its genesis in the antipartition movement against the British decision to partition of Bengal.
2. The movement did not witness any participation from women and rural population in the politics.
3. The movement was confined to the region of Bengal only and failed to outreach other regions of the country.

a) 1 and 3 only

b) 1 only

c) 3 only

d) 2 and 3 only

Question : 2

Who was the first Viceroy of India?

a) Lord William Bentinck

b) Lord Canning

c) Warren Hastings

d) Lord Curzon

Question : 3

What were the changes in administration after the revolt of 1857?

1. India was to be governed in the name of sovereign
2. The ratio of European troops was increased in military
3. Steps were taken for legislative centralization
4. A distinction between martial and non-martial races was made

a) 2 and 4 only

b) 1, 2 and 4 only

c) 1, 2 and 3 only

d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Question : 4

Who was the first to suggest the boycott of British goods in Bengal?

a) Motilal Ghosh

b) Aurobindo Ghosh

c) Krishna Kumar Mitra

d) Satish Chandra Mukherji

Question : 5

With reference to the Colonial rule in India, consider the following events.

1. Morley-Minto Reforms Act
2. Transfer of the capital from Calcutta to Delhi
3. First world war
4. Lucknow pact

a) 2, 1, 4, 3

b) 2, 1, 3, 4

c) 1, 2, 3, 4

d) 1, 2, 4, 3

Question : 6

Match the following organisations with their founding members.

a) 3 4 2 1

b) 3 2 4 1

c) 1 2 3 4

d) 4 3 2 1