Modern Indian History - Study Mode

[#766] Who was the Chairman of the Partition Council ?
Correct Answer

(B) Lord Mountbatten

Explanation

Solution: Partition Committee was formed which was chaired by Lord Mountbatten and its members were Vallabh Bhai Patel, Dr. Rajendra Prasad, Liaqat Ali Khan and Abdur Rab Nishtar. Later this committee was replaced by a Partition Council.

[#767] The Dandi March undertaken by Gandhi was
Correct Answer

(C) A part of the Civil Disobedience Movement

Explanation

Solution: The 24-day march lasted from 12 March 1930 to 6 April 1930 as a direct action campaign of tax resistance and nonviolent protest against the British salt monopoly. It gained worldwide attention which gave impetus to the Indian independence movement and started the nationwide Civil Disobedience Movement.

[#768] As per the Act of 1919, the Council of India would consist of a minimum of 8 and a maximum of __________ members
Correct Answer

(B) 12

Explanation

Solution: The Indian Council was to be made of not less than 8 and not more than 12 members.

[#769] Which town/city in India has got a tower (minar) named after Muhammad Ali Jinnah?
Correct Answer

(D) Guntur

Explanation

Solution: Jinnah tower is a landmark monument in the city of Guntur in Andhra Pradesh. It is a Symbol of Peace and harmony.

[#770] Provision was made by the Charter Act of 1813 for the establishment of a Church at __________
Correct Answer

(C) Calcutta

Explanation

Solution: The Charter Act of 1813 marked an important stage in the later history of East India company of India. This inclided provisions for the creation of an anglican church establishment in Calcutta, the opening-up of the country to Christian missionaries, and the encouragement of the Indian education.