Post-Independence MCQs for Rajasthan SI
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Rajasthan SI — Modern Period — Post-Independence
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Question 1 of 20
What would have been a major economic consequence for India if the Princely States had not been integrated?
Question 2 of 20
The 'Privy Purse' was a financial arrangement granted to rulers of princely states. Which of the following features is associated with it?
Question 3 of 20
In which month and year did the Nawab of Junagadh announce his accession to Pakistan?
Question 4 of 20
Immediately following independence, the Government of India sought to overhaul the education system. Who was appointed as the Chairman of the seminal Secondary Education Commission formed in 1952?
Question 5 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the role of 'Praja Mandals': I. They were people's organizations within the Princely States. II. They were discouraged by the Congress after 1938. III. They played a role in organizing the people of the states against the rulers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 6 of 20
What was the primary argument of the Indian National Congress regarding the sovereignty of Princely States?
Question 7 of 20
The integration of princely states is often cited as having prevented India from becoming:
Question 8 of 20
Consider the following statements about Sardar Patel's approach to Hyderabad: 1. He wanted to rush the integration process immediately in August 1947. 2. He believed time was on India's side as the Nizam was hesitant to join Pakistan. Which of the statements is/are correct?
Question 9 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the status of Princely States under British rule: I. They were legally independent sovereign nations with no British interference. II. They functioned under the surveillance of British Residents. III. They acted as a 'safety valve' for the British Empire after 1857. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 10 of 20
Regarding the Privy Purses granted to the rulers of princely states, consider the following statements: 1. The Privy Purse was a taxable income for the rulers. 2. After 1949, the Constitution guaranteed a total sum of approximately ₹4.66 crore for Privy Purses. 3. The Privy Purses were granted in perpetuity (indefinitely). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 11 of 20
According to Nehru, what was the most significant outcome of the integration of states, apart from external unification?
Question 12 of 20
Consider the following statement by Clement Attlee on February 20, 1947: 'His Majesty's Government does not intend to hand over their powers and obligations under Paramountcy to any government of British India.' What was the immediate impact of this declaration on the rulers of Princely States?
Question 13 of 20
Assertion (A): Pakistan accepted Junagadh's accession. Reason (R): Pakistan believed in the principle that the Ruler had the sovereign right to decide, disregarding the people's will.
Question 14 of 20
Regarding the accession of Junagadh, what was the 'decisive voice' according to Nehru and Patel?
Question 15 of 20
The integration of Princely States is likened to which political achievement in the text?
Question 16 of 20
Which two major powers did Nehru criticize for their 'dirty role' in the Kashmir issue at the UN?
Question 17 of 20
Arrange the following steps in the integration of Junagadh in the correct order: I. Revolt by Aarzi Hukumat. II. Nawab announces accession to Pakistan. III. Diwan invites India to interfere. IV. Plebiscite held.
Question 18 of 20
What was the 'dual' political structure existing in the Indian subcontinent prior to independence?
Question 19 of 20
Which of the following Western powers supported the Portuguese claim over Goa, creating obstacles for its integration into India?
Question 20 of 20