Post-Independence MCQs for LDC
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LDC — Modern Period — Post-Independence
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Question 1 of 20
Regarding the modernization of Princely States, which statement is historically accurate?
Question 2 of 20
What was the final outcome of the 14-year-long political integration process that merged hundreds of scattered princely states into independent India to prevent them from becoming "hundreds of holes" devoid of democratic rights?
Question 3 of 20
Arrange the following events related to the integration of Indian states in chronological order: 1. Formal merger of Hyderabad into the Indian Union. 2. Entry of Indian Army into Hyderabad. 3. Liberation of Goa from Portuguese rule. 4. Constitutional guarantee for Privy Purses.
Question 4 of 20
The 'Instrument of Accession' offered to the Princely States included a threat from Sardar Patel. What was the core message of this threat?
Question 5 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the integration of the Hyderabad State into the Indian Union: 1. The Indian Army entered Hyderabad on 13 September 1948. 2. The Nizam of Hyderabad surrendered within three days of the military action. 3. After the merger, the Nizam was removed from all positions and exiled. 4. The formal merger of Hyderabad took place in November 1948. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Question 6 of 20
From an economic perspective, why was the integration of Princely States indispensable for independent India?
Question 7 of 20
What event finalized Junagadh's integration into India?
Question 8 of 20
What argument was used by the Indian leadership to justify requiring Kashmir's formal accession before providing military assistance?
Question 9 of 20
Match List-I (Policy of Integration) with List-II (Outcome/Example): List-I A. First Policy B. Second Policy C. Third Policy List-II 1. Formation of Unions like Rajasthan and PEPSU 2. Creation of Centrally Administered Areas from 61 states 3. Merger of Gujarat states into Bombay province
Question 10 of 20
With reference to the integration of Hyderabad, consider the following statements: 1. The Nizam continued to be the absolute ruler after 1948. 2. The Nizam was appointed as Rajpramukh by the Government of India. 3. The Muslim population of India opposed the integration of Hyderabad. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 11 of 20
Regarding the state of Kashmir during the integration process, which of the following statements is NOT correct?
Question 12 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the Kashmir conflict: 1. The decision to send the army to Kashmir was supported by Mahatma Gandhi. 2. The Indian Army was airlifted to Srinagar on 27 October 1947. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 13 of 20
Which princely state was the largest in terms of geographical area in India?
Question 14 of 20
What was the immediate consequence of the 'Indian Independence Act' regarding the relationship between the Crown and the States?
Question 15 of 20
What was the main reason behind Maharaja Hari Singh's initial delay in deciding the accession of Kashmir?
Question 16 of 20
Which country did Nehru identify as the 'main player behind the curtain' in the dirty politics of the UN Security Council regarding Kashmir?
Question 17 of 20
With reference to the attitude of the British Government towards the Princely States during the 1857 revolt, which of the following is correct?
Question 18 of 20
The term 'Safety Valve' is associated with the role of Princely States during which historical event?
Question 19 of 20
Which treaty or agreement formally guaranteed the sum of ₹4.66 crore for Privy Purses?
Question 20 of 20