Modern History UPSC PYQ 2011

Question 1

What was the reason for Mahatma Gandhi to organize a satyagraha on behalf of the peasants of Kheda?
1. The Administration did not suspend the land revenue collection in spite of a drought.
2. The Administration proposed to introduce Permanent Settlement in Gujarat.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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Neither 1 nor 2

Question 2

With reference to Indian freedom struggle, Usha Mehta is well-known for

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Running the secret Congress Radio in the wake of Quit India Movement

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Participating in the Second Round Table Conference

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Leading a contingent of Indian National Army

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Assisting in the formation of Interim Government under Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru

Question 3

With reference to the period of colonial rule in India, “Home Charges” formed an important part of the drain of wealth from India. Which of the following funds constituted “Home Charges”? Funds used to support the India Office in London. Funds used to pay salaries and pensions of British personnel engaged in India. Funds used for waging wars outside India by the British. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

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1 only

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1 and 2 only

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2 and 3 only

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1, 2 and 3

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