INSIGHT UPSC QUIZ

"Located in the central-western part of Indian Peninsula. An important hinder land for Gujarat Ports. Many wars were fought for it possession. The Sakas and Satavahans fought in 1-2nd Century. Marthas and Rajputs fought in 18th Century". In the context of above statement the geographical location refers to which of the following place?

With reference to various revolts in the southern India against the British rule, consider the following statements:

1. Vellore Mutiny was fuelled by grievances of sepoys such as new rules and customs implemented by the British.

2. Veera Pandya Kattabomman revolted against the British’s forest policy in southern India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

With reference to the first session of Indian National Congress, consider the following statements:

1. It was held at Calcutta in 1885.

2. It was presided over by W C Bonnerjee.

3. Surendranath Banerjee did not attend the session due to the simultaneous session of the Indian National Conference.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

Antonio Gramsci described 'war of position' as a long-drawn out hegemonic struggle. Which of the following is example of this war of position?

Which of the following statements are correct about the wahabi movement?

1. It was founded in 1810 as a religio-political movement.

2. In Its religious aspect it was a reform movement to remove abuses from the Islamic society.

3. In its political aspect it was a movement to revive and restore Muslim power in India.

4. The movement first began in Rohilkhand.

Select the correct answer using code given below.

Consider the following pairs:

The correct chronological sequence of the above event is:

What were Bengalee, Hitabadi, and Sanjibani?

With reference to the socio cultural awakening in India in the 19th century, consider the following statements:

1. It was a result of influence of modern western culture.

2. It was a result of the realization of the weaknesses in Indian social structure and culture.

Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct regarding the outcome of Gandhi- Irwin Pact?

1. The Government conceded the right to make salt for personal consumption.

2. Congress suspended Civil Disobedience Movement.

3. Congress agreed to participate in 3rd round table conference.

Select the correct answers using the code given below.

Consider the following pairs about ‘Main Departments of Mughals :

1. Diwan I -Ala - Finance

2. Kama I Saman – Head of Royal Household

3. Sadar us surd – Religious affairs of state

4. Qazi –ul-Quzzat – Judiciary Department

Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?