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[#816] A new period in__________'s life began in 1913 when she became active in Indian politics, and gave a lead by claiming 'Home Rule' for India
Correct Answer

(C) Annie Besant

Explanation

Solution: A new period in Annie Besant’s life began in 1913 when she became active in Indian politics, and gave a lead by claiming Home Rule for India. She entered politics because she saw that India’s independence was essential for her age-old wisdom to become a beacon for the whole world. The Home Rule movement she organized spread all over India.

[#817] Who did Mahatma Gandhi recognise as his political Guru?
Correct Answer

(C) Gopal Krishna Gokhale

Explanation

Solution: Gopal Krishna Gokhale was a mentor to both Mohammed Jinnah and Mahatma Gandhi. Born on May 9, 1866, he is known to be a mentor to Mahatma Gandhi. Gopal Krishna Gokhale was also a social reformer whose goals were to promote non-violence and reform within existing government institutions.

[#818] The Hindu College was started in 1817 at
Correct Answer

(A) Calcutta

Explanation

Solution: Hindu College was established in 1817 by Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Radhakanta Deb, David Hare, Sir Edward Hyde East, Baidyanath Mukhopadhya and Rasamay Dutt.

[#819] Who was the French Governor of Pondicherry who tried to make the French Company as a powerful company?
Correct Answer

(D) Joseph Francois Dupleix

Explanation

Solution: Joseph Francois Dupleix was the French Governor General(1742-57) of Pondicherry. He was the rival of Robert Clive.

[#820] Jinnah gave his opposition to Wavell's Plan in the Conference held at __________
Correct Answer

(B) Shimla

Explanation

Solution: Jinnah gave his opposition to Wavell's Plan in the Conference held at Shimla.