INSIGHT UPSC QUIZ

Of the Sangam kings, who were the first to establish their supremacy in south India?

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. Mongols under Chenghiz khan invaded India during the reign of Balban

2. The Chenghiz khan’s army plundered the Ganga Yamuna doab and caused huge loss of life and property.

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Which of the following were the features of Indian economy in 18th Century?

1. Stagnant agriculture

2. Self-sufficient villages

3. Closed economy

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The term 'Nastaliq' is associated with which of the following?

Consider the following statements about the “Doctrine of lapse” implemented by Lord Dalhousie.Which of the following statement(s) is/arecorrect?

1. Dalhousie made use of 'Doctrine of Lapse' for the first time in India as a part of Britisher's annexation policy.

2. After the death of a ruler, the adopted heir could not rule the state without prior British approval.

3. Satara was the first Indian state to be annexed under the doctrine.

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Consider the following statements regarding the revolutionary terrorism that sprouted after the sudden termination of Non-cooperation Movement.

1. Inspired by Russian revolution, socialism was one of the core ideas behind it.

2. This new wave was the result of the disenchantment with Gandhian methods.

3. There was an active participation of young women.

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

With reference to Sangam and Vedic texts, consider the following statements :

1. Both Vedic and Sangam texts are religious in nature.

2. Unlike Vedic texts, Sangam texts do not provide any information on the political and economic life of people

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

Consider the following statements:

1. After abolition of the Dual system, the East India Company had to act as Diwan.

2. Establishment of civil courts reduced the corruption in judiciary.

3. Abolition of Dastaks in trade and commerce completely eliminated private trade by the company’s servants.

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

With reference to the Dual system of administration prevalent in Bengal in the 18th century, consider the following statements:

1. The Nawab controlled the defense of Bengal, while the East India Company controlled its finances.

2. The separation of power resulted in efficient administration and checked the drain of wealth.

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

During the Mughal period, under the Zabti system, land revenue was assessed and was required to be paid-