Modern Indian History - Study Mode

[#191] Sindhia's troops were defeated by General Wellesley at
Correct Answer

(B) Assaye

Explanation

Solution: The battle of Assaye, fought on September 23, 1803 between the Maratha and British armies, is largely forgotten in India. Yet it remains an amazing story of gallantry and skill on both sides. Assaye was a hard-won victory for the British, one that challenges common assumptions about how Europeans conquered the subcontinent.

[#192] Provision was made in the Act of 1773, for the office of a Governor-General of
Correct Answer

(B) Fort William

Explanation

Solution: As per the act, Office of the Governor-General of the Presidency of Fort William was created in 1773, and on 20 October 1773, Warren Hastings became the first Governor General of India. The members of the council were Lt. General John Clavering, George Monson, Richard Barwell and Philip Francis.

[#193] What benefits did the Poona Pact offer to the depressed classes?
Correct Answer

(C) 18% seats in the central legislature and 148 seats in the provincial legislature

Explanation

Solution: The Poona Pact offer 18% seats in the central legislature and 148 seats in the provincial legislature to the depressed classes.

[#194] 'August Offer' was issued by __________
Correct Answer

(C) Viceroy

Explanation

Solution: On 8 August 1940, early in the Battle of Britain, the Viceroy of India, Lord Linlithgow, made the so-called "August Offer".

[#195] The Government of India, 1919 is also known as
Correct Answer

(B) Montague - Chelmsford Reforms

Explanation

Solution: Montague - Chelmsford reform is known as government of India act, 1919 the main feature of this reform was provincial Government i.e introduction of Dyarchy.