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British Period – Indian History GK MCQ ( ब्रिटिश काल )

Explore the significant era of the British Period in India through our extensive collection of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) sourced from previous year papers of diverse exams, including UPSC IAS and various sectors. Test your knowledge, enhance your exam preparation, and gain insights into the colonial rule that shaped the course of Indian history.

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Welcome to our British Period MCQs page, where you can delve into the transformative era of British rule in India through a comprehensive collection of multiple-choice questions sourced from previous year papers of renowned exams, including UPSC IAS and various sectors. Immerse yourself in the political, social, economic, and cultural dynamics of this significant period and elevate your exam preparation with our carefully curated MCQs.

Covering a wide range of topics related to the British Period, our MCQs delve into various aspects such as the arrival of the East India Company, the establishment of British rule, the Revolt of 1857, administrative policies, economic impact, social reforms, cultural interactions, freedom movements, and more. Engaging with these MCQs will not only test your knowledge but also provide a deeper understanding of the complex and layered history of British India.

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British Period – Indian History GK MCQ – Previous Year Questions

Question:

The title of ‘Viceroy’ was added to the centre office of the GovernorGeneral of India for the first-time in

Aa) 1848 A.D.
Bb) 1858 A.D.
Cc) 1862 A.D.
Dd) 1856 A.D.

Question:

Prior to 1813, which among the following measures, was not adopted by the British to exploit the Indians economically ?

Aa) Monopolising the trade of raw goods wherever possible and selling them at high rates
Bb) Forcing Indiancraftsman to produce quality products in fixed quantity and at fixed price
Cc) Free Trade Policy
Dd) Elimination of Indian traders from competition by every means

Question:

After his return to Britain, Robert Clive died in 1774 due to

Aa) A dreadful disease
Bb) Committed suicide
Cc) Was assassinated
Dd) Died under mysterious circumstances

Question:

Which British military officer defeated Tipu Sultan in India, Napolean Bonaparte in Europe and eventually, became the Duke of Wellington?

Aa) Arthur Wellesley
Bb) Robert Clive
Cc) Warren Hastings
Dd) Richard Wellesley

Question:

Who among the following has started the Public Works Department in India in AD 1848?

Aa) Lord William Bentinck
Bb) Lord Dalhousie
Cc) Lord Wellesley
Dd) Lord Cornwallis

Question:

“White Mutiny” by the European soldiers, was staged during the period of:

Aa) Canning
Bb) Ripon
Cc) Dalhousie
Dd) Mayo

Question:

Which of the following statement is true with regard to the Golden Farman

Aa) It granted the privilege of trading in Bengal in return for a fixed annual payment of duties worth Rs. 3000
Bb) It allowed free trade in the ports belonging to the kingdom of Golkunda on payment of duties with 500 pagodas
Cc) The English factories were not bothered with demands of customs for goods imported or exported by land or by water
Dd) The English were allowed to fortify their positions on Indian soil

Question:

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Aa) A – 3; B – 4; C – 2; D – 1
Bb) A – 4; B – 2; C – 1; D – 3
Cc) A – 4; B – 1; C – 2; D – 3
Dd) A – 2; B – 1; C – 3; D – 4

Question:

After 1880, Railways were built during British rule in India through–

Aa) Indian merchants or money-lenders
Bb) Private enterprise
Cc) State Agency
Dd) A and B both

Question:

Due to commercial rivalry the Dutch indulged in the massacre of Englishmen at

Aa) Malacca
Bb) Amboyna
Cc) Surat
Dd) Cassimbazar

Question:

Which of the following statements about Fourth Anglo- Mysore War are correct?

Aa) 2, 3 and 4
Bb) 1, 3 and 4
Cc) 2 and 4
Dd) 1 and 3

Question:

Which of the following is incorrect?

Aa) Clive was the first European who initiated the policy of taking part in the internal quarrels of the Indian princes to acquire territory and power in India.
Bb) Duplex was the first European who initiated the policy of taking part in the internal quarrels of the Indian princes to acquire territory and power.
Cc) Albuquerque was the first European who took part in the internal quarrels of the Indian princes to acquire territory and power.
Dd) Warren Hastings was the first European who took part in the internal quarrels of the Indian princes to acquire territory and power.

Question:

Which one of the following was not a result of British colonial rule in India?

Aa) Ruin of Indian agriculture
Bb) Ruin of Indian industries
Cc) Ruin of Indian trade
Dd) Ruin of Indian feudalism

Question:

When and by whom were the Portuguese driven out of Hughli in Bengal?

Aa) 1631-Qasim Khan
Bb) 1666-Prince Shuja
Cc) 1625-Shaista Khan
Dd) 1650-Prince Murad

Question:

Identify the Acts passed by the British Government in 1856.

Aa) i, ii, iii
Bb) i, iii, iv
Cc) ii, iii, iv
Dd) All of above

Question:

Which one of the following statements about the rule of Saadat Khan in Awadh is not correct?

Aa) He suppressed the lawless and rebellious zamindars and thus increased the financial resources of his government
Bb) He carried out a fresh revenue settlement
Cc) He improved the lot of the peasants by levying equitable land revenue and by protecting them from oppressive zamindars
Dd) He took several steps to improve trade and commerce

Question:

Separate electorates for Muslims in India were introduced by which one of the following Acts?

Aa) Government of India Act of 1909
Bb) Indian Councils Act of 1892
Cc) Rowlatt Act of 1919
Dd) Government of India Act of 1935

Question:

Who of the following Governor-Generals realised the importance of Rajput alliance and entered into treaties with a number of Rajput states?

Aa) Warren Hastings
Bb) Lord Cornwallis
Cc) Lord Wellesley
Dd) Lord Hastings

Question:

Who among the following was the first Governor General of India?

Aa) Lord Amherst
Bb) Lord William Bentinck
Cc) Sir Charles Metcalfe
Dd) Robert Clive

Question:

Which of the following governor general was responsible for passing the famous Regulation XVII of 1829 which declared sati illegal and punishable by courts?