United Province is the erstwhile name for which two states in India after independence.

(1) Uttar Pradesh and Uttaranchal
(2) Uttar Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh
(3) Punjab and Uttaranchal
(4) Punjab and Haryana

Which of the following statements is NOT correct regarding the production of a manuscript in the Mughal court:

(A) The centre of manuscript production was the imperial court.
(B) Paper makers were needed to prepare the folios.
(C) Scribes were needed to illuminate the pages.
(D) Painters to illustrate scenes from the text.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(1) (A), (B) Only
(2) (B), (C) Only
(3) (A), (C) Only
(4) (B), (D) Only

Arrange the following Sikh Gurus in chronological order :

(A) Guru Arjan
(B) Guru Teg Bahadur
(C) Guru Angad
(D) Guru Govind Singh

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(1) (C), (A), (D), (B)
(2) (A), (B), (C), (D)
(3) (C), (A), (B), (D)
(4) (B), (D), (A), (C)

When was 'Dandi March' started by Mahatma Gandhi?

(1) 12 March 1930
(2) 6 April 1930
(3) 12 March 1931
(4) 6 April 1931

Match List-I with List-II:

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(1) (A)-(I), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(IV)

(2) (A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(II), (D)-(IV)

(3) (A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)

(4) (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)

Shah Jahan replaced 'Sijda' with which of the following forms of submission?

(1) Chahar Taslim
(2) Paibos
(3) Jharoka
(4) Darshan

The government and Indian merchants of which city declared "Urbs Prima in Indis", a Latin phrase meaning, 'the most important city of India' ?

(1) Bombay
(2) Kanpur
(3) Calcutta
(4) Madras

James Prinsep deciphered Brahmi and Kharosthi scripts in ________.

(1) 1930s
(2) 1830s
(3) 1840s
(4) 1850s

Identify the correct statements regarding Baba Guru Nanak:

(A) Guru Nanak advocated Saguna bhakti.
(B) "Rab" had no gender or form.
(C) Set up rules for congregational worship.
(D) Guru Arjan Dev was his third preceptor.
(E) Baba Farid succeeded him as preceptor.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(1) (A), (D) Only
(2) (C), (E) Only
(3) (D), (E) Only
(4) (B), (C) Only

Who among the following travellers tried to explain the caste system by looking for parallels in other societies.

(1) Ibn-Battuta
(2) Abdur Razzaq
(3) Al-Biruni
(4) Francois Bernier

3rd millennium B.C.E. Mesopotamian texts used which of the following name for Oman?

(1) Meluhha
(2) Haja
(3) Magan
(4) Dilmun

Montague Chelmsford is related to which Constitutional reforms?

(1) 1909 Reforms

(2) 1919 Reforms

(3) 1932 Reforms

(4) 1935 Reforms

Which of the following is NOT an idea popularized by Jainism?

(1) Entire world is animated: even stones, rocks and water has life.
(2) Non-injury to living beings is central to Jain Philosophy.
(3) The cycle of birth and rebirth is shaped by karma.
(4) ‘Survival of the fittest’ is the motto of Jain Philosophy.

Which of the following is NOT true of the series of Constitutional reforms passed by the British?

(1) Universal Adult Franchise was introduced for Indians.
(2) Legislature elected in 1935 was responsible to the Governor appointed by the British.
(3) These Acts were not directly debated and formulated by Indians.
(4) The Constitutional reforms gradually increased the space for Indian participation in provincial governments.

Who provided money for the preservation of the ancient site of Sanchi Stupa ?

(1) Shahjehan Begum
(2) Noor Jahan
(3) Jahanara Begum
(4) Begum Rokeya Hossein

Match List-I with List-II:

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(1) (A)-(I), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)
(2) (A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III)
(3) (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)
(4) (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)

Identify the main feature of Hazara Rama Temple from the given options:

(1) The hall in front of the main shrine was built by Krishna Dev Raya.
(2) The sculpture panels on the walls include scenes from Ramayana.
(3) Krishna Dev Raya constructed eastern gopuram.
(4) Programs of dance, music and drama were held in the hall of the temple.

Arrange the following ‘Acts’ in chronological order.

(A) Morley-Minto Reform Act.
(B) Regulating Act of India.
(C) Pitt's India Act.
(D) Montague-Chelmsford Act.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(1) (A), (D), (C), (B)
(2) (B), (C), (A), (D)
(3) (B), (D), (A), (C)
(4) (C), (A), (B), (D)

Match List-I with List-II:

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(1) (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)
(2) (A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I)
(3) (A)-(IV), (B)-(I), (C)-(III), (D)-(II)
(4) (A)-(I), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(IV)

Who among the following Mughal officers carried the dual responsibility of military and administration?

(1) Diwan
(2) Amin-Guzar
(3) Amin
(4) Mansabdar

In which year ‘Hampi’ was recognised as a site of national importance ?

(1) 1980
(2) 1975
(3) 1976
(4) 1981

Match List - I with List - II :

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(1) (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)
(2) (A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(II), (D)-(IV)
(3) (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)
(4) (A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(I), (D)-(IV)

Arrange the following in chronological order.

(A) Jallianwala Bagh Massacre.
(B) Opening of the Banaras Hindu University.
(C) Formation of Indian National Congress.
(D) Gandhi’s return to India from South Africa.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(1) (C), (D), (B), (A)
(2) (D), (B), (C), (A)
(3) (A), (C), (D), (B)
(4) (A), (B), (C), (D)

Match List - I with List - II :

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(1) (A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III)
(2) (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)
(3) (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)
(4) (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III)

M.K. Gandhi used the line ‘a most gorgeous show’ in which University’s public event in 1916?

(1) Delhi University
(2) Banaras Hindu University
(3) Calcutta University
(4) Bombay University

Consider the following information regarding Vijayanagara and arrange them in chronological order:

(A) Hampi declared as World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
(B) Conservation begins under John Marshall.
(C) J.F. Fleet begins documenting inscriptions on temple walls.
(D) Alexander Greenlaw takes first detailed photograph at Hampi.
(E) Colin Mackenzie visits Vijayanagara.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(1) (A), (B), (C), (D), (E)
(2) (E), (D), (C), (B), (A)
(3) (D), (C), (B), (A), (E)
(4) (B), (E), (D), (C), (A)

Early sculptors did not show Buddha in human form. In this reference what does the symbol of ‘empty seat’ symbolised:

(1) First sermon

(2) Meditation of Buddha

(3) Mahaparinibbana

(4) Wisdom

Which of the following traveller is known as ‘globe-trotter’ ?

(1) Al-Biruni
(2) Ibn Battuta
(3) Francois Bernier
(4) Duarte Barbosa

Who was the first Director-General of the Archaeological Survey of India?

(1) George Dales
(2) John Marshall
(3) Amalananda Ghosh
(4) Alexander Cunningham

Initially, ‘Rajagaha’ was the capital of Magadha, this name means ________.

(A) House of Gahas
(B) House of Royal family
(C) House of King
(D) House of Nobility

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(1) (A) Only
(2) (B) Only
(3) (C) Only
(4) (D) Only

Name the employee of the English East India Company who brought to light the ruins of Hampi and prepared the first survey map.

(1) R.E.M. Wheeler
(2) John Marshall
(3) Colin Mackenzie
(4) Alexander Cunningham

Arrange the following events in chronological order :

(A) India got Independence
(B) Constitution of India
(C) Cabinet Mission
(D) Quit India Movement

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(1) (A), (D), (B), (C)
(2) (A), (C), (D), (B)
(3) (B), (D), (C), (A)
(4) (D), (C), (A), (B)

Eklavya belonged to which category ?

(1) Suvarnakara
(2) Chandala
(3) Vanik
(4) Nishada

Water reservoirs found in Dholavira is situated in the state of :

(1) Rajasthan
(2) Gujarat
(3) Punjab
(4) Haryana

Which of the following are correct about events from August 1946-1947?

(A) The great Calcutta killings.
(B) The Direct Action Day.
(C) Labour Government comes into power in Britain.
(D) General Elections in British India.
(E) Poona Pact.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(1) (A), (B) Only
(2) (B), (E) Only
(3) (C), (D) Only
(4) (A), (E) Only

Who were the ‘Shamans’ ?

(1) Travellers visiting India from Central Asian region.
(2) Men and Women who claim magical and healing powers.
(3) Traders of South India having strong guild organization.
(4) Tribals of Chhotanagpur region.

What is the meaning of 'Piyadassi', the title used by Emperor Asoka ?

(1) One without sorrow
(2) Pleasant to behold
(3) Beloved of God
(4) Asoka

Which of the following statements about Buddha’s life is NOT correct :

(A) Buddha was born at Lumbini.
(B) Buddha attained enlightenment at Kusinagara.
(C) Buddha attained nibbana at Bodh gaya.
(D) Buddha gave his first sermon at Sarnath.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(1) (B), (A) Only
(2) (B), (D) Only
(3) (B), (C) Only
(4) (C), (D) Only

The “Mythical Massacre at Mohenjodaro” was questioned by which archaeologist?

(1) John Marshall
(2) R.E.M. Wheeler
(3) S.N. Roy
(4) G.F. Dales

‘Hampi’ declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in the year ________.

(1) 1800
(2) 1876
(3) 1985
(4) 1986

Whose ‘mahals’ were being sold in a public event?

(1) Raja of Burdwan
(2) Raja of East India Company
(3) Zamindars
(4) Numerous purchasers

Match List - I with List - II:

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(1) (A)-(I), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(IV)
(2) (A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I)
(3) (A)-(I), (B)-(IV), (C)-(II), (D)-(III)
(4) (A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)

When was the Permanent Settlement introduced?

(1) 1797
(2) 1757
(3) 1793
(4) 1857

How were the estates of defaulting zamindars sold?

(1) As gifts to zamindars
(2) By auction to the highest bidder
(3) By alienation to Zamindars
(4) In market sales

The estates of the Raja of Burdwan were sold because –

(1) Revenue was paid on time
(2) Failure to pay revenue
(3) He was the highest bidder
(4) He was a big zamindar

The given paragraph describes which of the following Uprising?

(1) Santhal Uprising
(2) Revolt of 1857
(3) Sanyasi Uprising
(4) Indigo Rebellion

Why was the progress of British reconquest slow in the Gangetic plain?

(1) The British were disinterested in reconquesting this region.
(2) The terrain of this belt was not easy.
(3) The revolt was one of the most widespread and fierce in this region.
(4) The British wanted the rebellion to last long in this region.

The British realized that they were not dealing with a mere mutiny in Awadh because :

(1) The sepoy sided with the British in this belt against the rebels.
(2) The British could easily suppress and control the sepoy of Awadh.
(3) The revolt assumed popular character in Awadh.
(4) In Awadh, only the sepoys participated in the revolt.

Why did the revolt acquired huge popular support in Awadh?

(1) Since Bahadur Shah Zafar was the leader of the revolt in Awadh.
(2) British policies had adversely affected almost every section and class of the people in Awadh.
(3) Because of the role played by print media.
(4) Because Awadh was the first province where British rule was established.

In which of the regions, the progress of British reconquest was slow?

(1) Awadh
(2) Kangra
(3) Gangetic Plains
(4) Multan