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Post-Independence (1964) MCQs for Rajasthan SI

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Rajasthan SI — Modern Period — Post-Independence (1964)

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Question 1 of 20

What is meant by the term 'Paramountcy' in the context of British India and Princely States?

Question 2 of 20

Which of the following Princely States initially announced their intention to remain independent, refusing to join India or Pakistan?

Question 3 of 20

The text begins with a quote emphasizing that "nothing less than unconditional merger and the formation of a responsible government is acceptable." In the context of the provided text, this sentiment primarily reflects the stance taken during which phase/event?

Question 4 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 5 of 20

What was the initial stance of the Nizam of Hyderabad before 15 August 1947?

Question 6 of 20

Consider the following statement regarding the integration of princely states: "The merger of these states compensated to a large extent for the loss caused by the creation of Pakistan and helped heal the wounds of partition." Which aspect of integration does this statement primarily refer to?

Question 7 of 20

Which of the following statements is INCORRECT regarding the policy adopted for the integration of small princely states in Chhattisgarh?

Question 8 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 9 of 20

Which of the following foreign territories were handed over to India relatively peacefully compared to the Portuguese territories?

Question 10 of 20

Which country's political maneuvering in 1947 encouraged some Princely States to delay accession to India?

Question 11 of 20

What effect did the integration of states have on the future of India, according to the text?

Question 12 of 20

Regarding the political structure of the Indian subcontinent during the British rule, consider the following statements: I. The subcontinent was divided into British India and Princely States. II. The Princely States covered approximately 40 percent of the Indian subcontinent. III. The Princely States were under the direct control of the British Crown without any intermediate supervision. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 13 of 20

Consider the following statements regarding the integration of Junagadh: I. The Nawab of Junagadh decided to accede to Pakistan on 15 August 1947. II. The majority of the population in Junagadh was Muslim, supporting the Nawab's decision. III. The 'Aarzi Hukumat' (Provisional Government) was established by the citizens against the Nawab. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 14 of 20

What factor made Raja Hari Singh of Kashmir fearful of joining India?

Question 15 of 20

According to the text, approximately how long did the entire process of integrating Indian princely states into the Indian Union take?

Question 16 of 20

What did the radical faction in Hyderabad do to the landlords during the agitation?

Question 17 of 20

Match the following leaders with their statements or stances regarding the integration of states: List I (Leader) A. Jawaharlal Nehru B. Sardar Patel C. Mohammad Ali Jinnah D. Clement Attlee List II (Stance/Statement) 1. Announced that after the end of Paramountcy, states could be independent sovereign entities. 2. Expressed hope that states would find their place within the British Commonwealth or Indian states. 3. Stated that the ideal of India's geographical, political, and economic unity has been fully achieved. 4. Remarked that internal integration led to the development of democracy in the states. Select the correct option:

Question 18 of 20

On whose advice did the Government of India agree to refer the Kashmir issue to the United Nations Security Council?

Question 19 of 20

Match List-I with List-II regarding the integration of Princely States: List-I (Event) A. Formation of States Department B. Diwan of Junagadh wrote to Indian Govt for accession C. Indian Administration took over Junagadh D. Plebiscite in Junagadh List-II (Date) i. 9 November 1947 ii. February 1948 iii. 27 June 1947 iv. 8 November 1947

Question 20 of 20

Assertion (A): The Portuguese governor in Goa surrendered without a war in 1961. Reason (R): The Portuguese administration lacked the military strength to fight against the Indian Army.

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