Jharkhand - Study Mode

[#291] Which two parts of Jharkhand were strategically very important for the British?
Correct Answer

(B) Chota Nagpur and Palamu

Explanation

Solution: The east India company was frightened for its commerce due to the hostility of Mir Qasim and the marathas in the gangetic valley of Bihar and the santhal pargana, which was one of the key reasons for the British arrival in Jharkhand. When the British were obliged to pay tribute, the company executives were frequently harassed by the zamindars of south Bihar, and they sought refuge in the forests of Chota Nagpur and Palamu. The marathas were a significant threat to the company's western frontiers in Bihar, which made the strategic importance of the Chota Nagpur and Palamu for the British. As a result, they attempted to control these two regions' hills and forts.

[#292] Which ruler of Chota Nagpur was granted a patta for 3 years from the Patna Council?
Correct Answer

(A) Drip Nath Shah

Explanation

Solution: In August of 1771, the Patna Council approved the proposal, and Drip Nath Shah was granted a patta for three years, from 1771 to 1773. The revenue was set as 36,000 payable in Azimabad's treasury.

[#293] Which of the following is/are not correctly matched? Period Areas of the British Expension 1. 1771 Palamu 2. 1771 Chota Nagpur 3. 1890 Singhbhum 4. 1773 Hazaribagh
Correct Answer

(D) None of these

[#294] Which Council instructed Cap Camac on 19 th February, 1717 to take position on Palamu region?
Correct Answer

(A) Patna

Explanation

Solution: On the 19 th of February 1717, the Patna Council ordered Captain Camac to assume position in the Palamu district in order to restore calm following the fall of Palamu fort.

[#295] When did Wilkin Law come into existence in Chota Nagpur?
Correct Answer

(D) 1837

Explanation

Solution: In 1837, the Wilkinson Law came into existence in Chota Nagpur.