Insights Static Quiz -213, 2019
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INSIGHTS STATIC QUIZ 2019
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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
Which of the following are considered as the Causes for the Failure of Revolt of 1857
- Limited territorial and social base
- Support of certain sections of Indian public to British authorities
- Lack of resources as compared to those of the British
- Lack of a coherent ideology
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Solution: d)
Causes of Failure
Limited territorial and social base.
Crucial support of certain sections of Indian public to British authorities.
Lack of resources as compared to those of the British. Lack of coordination and a central leadership.
Lack of a coherent ideology and a political perspective.
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Solution: d)
Causes of Failure
Limited territorial and social base.
Crucial support of certain sections of Indian public to British authorities.
Lack of resources as compared to those of the British. Lack of coordination and a central leadership.
Lack of a coherent ideology and a political perspective.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
The revolt of 1857 marks a turning point in the history of India. Which of the following were the consequences of the revolt.
- Company rule was abolished
- British disrespected and neglected the rights of the native princes
- The Indian states were to recognise the paramountcy of the British Crown
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Solution: c)
The revolt of 1857 marks a turning point in the history of India. It led to far-reaching changes in the system of administration and the policies of the British government.
The direct responsibility for the administration of the country was assumed by the British Crown and Company rule was abolished.
The assumption of the Government of India by the sovereign of Great Britain was announced by Lord Canning at a durbar at Allahabad in the ‘Queen’s Proclamation’ issued on November 1, 1858.
As per the Queen’s proclamation, the era of annexations and expansion had ended and the British promised to respect the dignity and rights of the native princes.
The Indian states were henceforth to recognise the paramountcy of the British Crown and were to be treated as parts of a single charge.
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Solution: c)
The revolt of 1857 marks a turning point in the history of India. It led to far-reaching changes in the system of administration and the policies of the British government.
The direct responsibility for the administration of the country was assumed by the British Crown and Company rule was abolished.
The assumption of the Government of India by the sovereign of Great Britain was announced by Lord Canning at a durbar at Allahabad in the ‘Queen’s Proclamation’ issued on November 1, 1858.
As per the Queen’s proclamation, the era of annexations and expansion had ended and the British promised to respect the dignity and rights of the native princes.
The Indian states were henceforth to recognise the paramountcy of the British Crown and were to be treated as parts of a single charge.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
In 1720, the British government enacted the Calico Act. What is it related to?
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Solution: c)
The Calico Act banned the import of most cotton textiles into England, followed by the restriction of sale of most cotton textiles. It was a form of economic protectionism, largely in response to India (particularly Bengal), which dominated world cotton textile markets at the time. The Act was a precursor to the Industrial Revolution, when Britain eventually surpassed India as the world’s leading textile manufacturer in the 19th century.
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Solution: c)
The Calico Act banned the import of most cotton textiles into England, followed by the restriction of sale of most cotton textiles. It was a form of economic protectionism, largely in response to India (particularly Bengal), which dominated world cotton textile markets at the time. The Act was a precursor to the Industrial Revolution, when Britain eventually surpassed India as the world’s leading textile manufacturer in the 19th century.
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
The Great Trigonometrical Survey which aimed to measure the entire Indian subcontinent was started by
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Solution: d)
The Great Trigonometrical Survey was a project which aimed to measure the entire Indian subcontinent with scientific precision. It was begun in 1802 by the infantry officer William Lambton. Under the leadership of his successor, George Everest, the project was made a responsibility of the Survey of India.
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Solution: d)
The Great Trigonometrical Survey was a project which aimed to measure the entire Indian subcontinent with scientific precision. It was begun in 1802 by the infantry officer William Lambton. Under the leadership of his successor, George Everest, the project was made a responsibility of the Survey of India.
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Which of the following is/are correct about Wood’s Despatch?
- It emphasized on the European learning.
- It argued that literature of the East was full of grave errors
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
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Solution: c)
In 1854, the Court of Directors of the East India Company in London sent an educational despatch to the Governor-General in India. Issued by Charles Wood, the President of the Board of Control of the Company, it has come to be known as Wood’s Despatch. Outlining the educational policy that was to be followed in India, it emphasised once again the practical benefits of a system of European learning, as opposed to Oriental knowledge. (Statement 1)
One of the practical uses the Despatch pointed to was economic. European learning, it said, would enable Indians to recognise the advantages that flow from the expansion of trade and commerce, and make them see the importance of developing the resources of the country. Introducing them to European ways of life, would change their tastes and desires, and create a demand for British goods, for Indians would begin to appreciate and buy things that were produced in Europe.
Wood’s Despatch also argued that European learning would improve the moral character of Indians. It would make them truthful and honest, and thus supply the Company with civil servants who could be trusted and depended upon.
The literature of the East was not only full of grave errors, it could also not instil in people a sense of duty and a commitment to work, nor could it develop the skills required for administration. (Statement 2).
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Solution: c)
In 1854, the Court of Directors of the East India Company in London sent an educational despatch to the Governor-General in India. Issued by Charles Wood, the President of the Board of Control of the Company, it has come to be known as Wood’s Despatch. Outlining the educational policy that was to be followed in India, it emphasised once again the practical benefits of a system of European learning, as opposed to Oriental knowledge. (Statement 1)
One of the practical uses the Despatch pointed to was economic. European learning, it said, would enable Indians to recognise the advantages that flow from the expansion of trade and commerce, and make them see the importance of developing the resources of the country. Introducing them to European ways of life, would change their tastes and desires, and create a demand for British goods, for Indians would begin to appreciate and buy things that were produced in Europe.
Wood’s Despatch also argued that European learning would improve the moral character of Indians. It would make them truthful and honest, and thus supply the Company with civil servants who could be trusted and depended upon.
The literature of the East was not only full of grave errors, it could also not instil in people a sense of duty and a commitment to work, nor could it develop the skills required for administration. (Statement 2).
