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Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with answers focusing on “The Role of Indian Princes in the National Movement” suitable for the Civil Services Examination
- Which Indian prince was the first to openly support the Indian National Congress?
A) Maharaja Ganga Singh
B) Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III
C) Nawab of Bhopal
D) Maharaja of Mysore
Answer: B) Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III - The Indian princes played a significant role in the national movement primarily by:
A) Leading military campaigns against the British
B) Providing financial support to the Congress
C) Promoting British policies
D) Remaining neutral
Answer: B) Providing financial support to the Congress - Who among the following was a prominent ruler who advocated for social reforms and modernization in his state?
A) Maharaja Ganga Singh
B) Maharaja of Baroda
C) Nawab of Hyderabad
D) Maharaja of Patiala
Answer: B) Maharaja of Baroda - Which event led to increased political consciousness among the Indian princes?
A) The Revolt of 1857
B) The Partition of Bengal in 1905
C) The First World War
D) The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms
Answer: B) The Partition of Bengal in 1905 - What was the significance of the All India States People’s Conference (AISPC) established in 1927?
A) It aimed to unite the princely states against British rule.
B) It promoted British policies among Indian princes.
C) It sought to reduce the powers of the Congress.
D) It was a platform for princely states to negotiate with British India.
Answer: A) It aimed to unite the princely states against British rule. - Who was the founder of the All India States People’s Conference?
A) Rajendra Prasad
B) B.R. Ambedkar
C) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
D) Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
Answer: C) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel - Which Indian prince supported the non-cooperation movement launched by Mahatma Gandhi?
A) Maharaja of Bikaner
B) Nawab of Bhopal
C) Maharaja of Travancore
D) Maharaja of Baroda
Answer: D) Maharaja of Baroda - Which princely state had a notable nationalist movement known as the “Gwalior Conspiracy Case”?
A) Gwalior
B) Jhansi
C) Jaipur
D) Udaipur
Answer: A) Gwalior - What was the reaction of the Indian princes to the Quit India Movement in 1942?
A) They actively participated.
B) They supported the British.
C) They remained neutral.
D) They formed a separate alliance with the Congress.
Answer: B) They supported the British. - Which princely ruler was known for his support for the British during World War I?
A) Maharaja Ganga Singh
B) Maharaja of Mysore
C) Nawab of Hyderabad
D) Maharaja of Baroda
Answer: A) Maharaja Ganga Singh - The role of Indian princes in the national movement can best be described as:
A) Unified opposition to British rule
B) Support for the British administration
C) A mix of support and opposition to nationalist movements
D) Complete indifference
Answer: C) A mix of support and opposition to nationalist movements - The Gwalior Conspiracy Case involved:
A) The assassination of a British officer
B) A plot to overthrow the British government
C) Rebellion by the local army against their rulers
D) A movement for the independence of Gwalior
Answer: B) A plot to overthrow the British government - Which of the following princes was a strong advocate for social reforms in his state?
A) Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III
B) Nawab of Bhopal
C) Maharaja of Gwalior
D) Maharaja of Travancore
Answer: A) Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III - The concept of ‘Rajputana’ was significant in the context of:
A) The integration of princely states
B) The cultural revival in Rajasthan
C) The unification of Rajput princes against the British
D) The economic development of the region
Answer: C) The unification of Rajput princes against the British - Which princely ruler refused to join the Indian National Congress due to his loyalty to the British?
A) Nawab of Bhopal
B) Maharaja of Travancore
C) Maharaja of Baroda
D) Maharaja of Mysore
Answer: A) Nawab of Bhopal - The impact of the non-cooperation movement on Indian princes was:
A) Total alignment with the Congress
B) Some supported it, while others opposed it
C) Complete neutrality
D) An increase in British support
Answer: B) Some supported it, while others opposed it - Maharaja Ganga Singh of Bikaner is known for:
A) His opposition to the British
B) His modernization efforts in his state
C) His support for the Quit India Movement
D) His alliance with the Indian National Congress
Answer: B) His modernization efforts in his state - Which of the following princely states was instrumental in promoting education during the national movement?
A) Gwalior
B) Baroda
C) Travancore
D) Hyderabad
Answer: B) Baroda - The relationship between Indian princes and the British was primarily based on:
A) Mutual distrust
B) Military alliances
C) Economic dependence
D) Political cooperation
Answer: D) Political cooperation - Who among the following was an advocate of Hindu-Muslim unity during the national movement?
A) Nawab of Bhopal
B) Maharaja of Jaipur
C) Maharaja Ganga Singh
D) Maharaja of Mysore
Answer: A) Nawab of Bhopal - The role of Indian princes in the national movement was most prominently highlighted during:
A) The Revolt of 1857
B) The Non-Cooperation Movement
C) The Quit India Movement
D) The Simon Commission protests
Answer: B) The Non-Cooperation Movement - Which of the following princely states faced significant internal revolts during the national movement?
A) Hyderabad
B) Gwalior
C) Mysore
D) Travancore
Answer: A) Hyderabad - Maharaja of Mysore’s contribution to the national movement primarily involved:
A) Financial support
B) Social reforms
C) Military alliances
D) Political opposition
Answer: B) Social reforms - What was the primary concern of Indian princes regarding the national movement?
A) Economic development
B) Preservation of their political autonomy
C) Social reforms
D) Foreign relations
Answer: B) Preservation of their political autonomy - The loyalty of many Indian princes to the British during the World Wars can be attributed to:
A) Financial incentives
B) Cultural ties
C) Military support
D) Political ideology
Answer: A) Financial incentives - The Indian princes played a dual role during the national movement by:
A) Supporting both the British and Indian nationalists
B) Remaining neutral
C) Only supporting the Congress
D) Working against British interests
Answer: A) Supporting both the British and Indian nationalists - Which of the following statements is true regarding the All India States People’s Conference?
A) It aimed to establish a monarchy in India.
B) It sought greater representation for the princely states.
C) It was dominated by British officials.
D) It was a Congress initiative.
Answer: B) It sought greater representation for the princely states. - Which Indian prince is known for his patronage of arts and culture, significantly impacting the cultural landscape?
A) Maharaja Ganga Singh
B) Maharaja of Jaipur
C) Maharaja of Baroda
D) Maharaja of Udaipur
Answer: C) Maharaja of Baroda - The role of Indian princes in the national movement can be characterized as:
A) Uniformly supportive of independence
B) Highly fragmented and diverse
C) Primarily antagonistic
D) Solely based on personal ambitions
Answer: B) Highly fragmented and diverse - Post-independence, many Indian princes faced challenges in:
A) Retaining their political power
B) Integrating into the Indian Union
C) Maintaining their royal privileges
D) Establishing international relations
Answer: B) Integrating into the Indian Union
These MCQs encompass various aspects of the Indian princes’ involvement in the national movement, touching on historical figures, events, and the overall impact on the freedom struggle.
