Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with answers on “The Impact of World Wars on India’s Freedom Struggle” suitable for the Civil Services Examination

Which of the following events marked the beginning of World War I?
- A) The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
- B) The invasion of Poland
- C) The sinking of the Lusitania
- D) The bombing of Pearl Harbor
- Answer: A) The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
What was the primary demand of the Indian National Congress during World War I?
- A) Full independence
- B) Self-governance
- C) Dominion status
- D) Economic reforms
- Answer: C) Dominion status
The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms were introduced as a response to which global event?
- A) World War I
- B) World War II
- C) The Great Depression
- D) The Russian Revolution
- Answer: A) World War I
Which of the following was a significant consequence of World War I on Indian society?
- A) Decline in nationalism
- B) Rise of communal tensions
- C) Economic prosperity
- D) Strengthening of the British Empire
- Answer: B) Rise of communal tensions
The Rowlatt Act was passed in response to which of the following?
- A) The demands of Indian soldiers
- B) The Indian Home Rule Movement
- C) The unrest following World War I
- D) The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms
- Answer: C) The unrest following World War I
Which movement was launched in response to the Rowlatt Act?
- A) The Non-Cooperation Movement
- B) The Civil Disobedience Movement
- C) The Quit India Movement
- D) The Khilafat Movement
- Answer: A) The Non-Cooperation Movement
What was the outcome of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre in 1919?
- A) Strengthening of British rule
- B) Widespread protests and national outrage
- C) End of the Non-Cooperation Movement
- D) Increased support for the British
- Answer: B) Widespread protests and national outrage
Which of the following leaders was associated with the Non-Cooperation Movement?
- A) Jawaharlal Nehru
- B) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
- C) Mahatma Gandhi
- D) Subhas Chandra Bose
- Answer: C) Mahatma Gandhi
World War II had a profound impact on which aspect of Indian society?
- A) Education
- B) Economy
- C) Social hierarchy
- D) Cultural practices
- Answer: B) Economy
What was the Cripps Mission of 1942 aimed at?
- A) Negotiating peace with Japan
- B) Securing Indian support for the war
- C) Offering independence to India
- D) Introducing new economic reforms
- Answer: B) Securing Indian support for the war
Which of the following movements was launched in response to the Cripps Mission?
- A) The Quit India Movement
- B) The Civil Disobedience Movement
- C) The Non-Cooperation Movement
- D) The Khilafat Movement
- Answer: A) The Quit India Movement
Who famously said, “Do or Die” during the Quit India Movement?
- A) Mahatma Gandhi
- B) Jawaharlal Nehru
- C) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
- D) Subhas Chandra Bose
- Answer: A) Mahatma Gandhi
Which of the following was NOT a consequence of World War II on India?
- A) Increased demands for independence
- B) Economic hardship and inflation
- C) Strengthening of communal identities
- D) Formation of the United Nations
- Answer: D) Formation of the United Nations
The British decision to transfer power to India was influenced by which of the following factors?
- A) The economic recovery post-War
- B) International pressure and changes in British public opinion
- C) Strength of the British military
- D) The success of the Cripps Mission
- Answer: B) International pressure and changes in British public opinion
The Indian Independence Act was passed in which year?
- A) 1945
- B) 1947
- C) 1948
- D) 1950
- Answer: B) 1947
Which of the following statements is true regarding the impact of World Wars on Indian nationalism?
- A) It weakened the national movement
- B) It led to greater unity among Indian leaders
- C) It fragmented the movement into smaller factions
- D) It had no significant impact
- Answer: B) It led to greater unity among Indian leaders
What role did Indian soldiers play during World War I?
- A) They remained passive
- B) They fought in large numbers for the British Empire
- C) They revolted against the British
- D) They sought independence from both British and German forces
- Answer: B) They fought in large numbers for the British Empire
Which group of people faced significant hardships during World War II in India?
- A) Wealthy merchants
- B) Farmers and laborers
- C) British officers
- D) Politicians
- Answer: B) Farmers and laborers
The “Dawn of Freedom” was associated with which event in Indian history?
- A) World War I
- B) World War II
- C) Independence Day in 1947
- D) The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre
- Answer: C) Independence Day in 1947
What was the primary reason for the decline of the British Empire post-World War II?
- A) Economic prosperity in Britain
- B) Global pressure for decolonization
- C) The success of the British military
- D) The unity of Indian political leaders
- Answer: B) Global pressure for decolonization
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the impact of World War I on India’s economy?
- A) It led to economic growth
- B) It caused severe inflation and hardship
- C) It had no impact
- D) It encouraged foreign investments
- Answer: B) It caused severe inflation and hardship
Who was the Viceroy of India at the time of the Quit India Movement?
- A) Lord Irwin
- B) Lord Wavell
- C) Lord Mountbatten
- D) Lord Reading
- Answer: A) Lord Irwin
The Indian National Congress adopted the goal of Purna Swaraj in which year?
- A) 1929
- B) 1930
- C) 1942
- D) 1947
- Answer: A) 1929
Which of the following was a major economic consequence of World War II for India?
- A) Industrial growth
- B) Increased agricultural productivity
- C) Widespread famine and scarcity
- D) Decreased military expenditures
- Answer: C) Widespread famine and scarcity
What was the primary purpose of the Lahore Resolution of 1940?
- A) Demand for complete independence
- B) Demand for greater autonomy for provinces
- C) Demand for partition of India
- D) Demand for social reforms
- Answer: C) Demand for partition of India
The idea of “Swaraj” during the independence movement emphasized which of the following?
- A) Complete independence
- B) Economic self-sufficiency
- C) Political autonomy within the Empire
- D) Cultural renaissance
- Answer: A) Complete independence
Which prominent leader was associated with the Indian National Army during World War II?
- A) Mahatma Gandhi
- B) Subhas Chandra Bose
- C) Jawaharlal Nehru
- D) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
- Answer: B) Subhas Chandra Bose
What was the significance of the Quit India Movement in 1942?
- A) It marked the end of the nationalist struggle
- B) It galvanized mass support for independence
- C) It weakened the Congress party
- D) It had no notable impact
- Answer: B) It galvanized mass support for independence
Which of the following was a result of the economic distress caused by World War II?
- A) Increased agricultural exports
- B) The establishment of the Reserve Bank of India
- C) The Great Bengal Famine of 1943
- D) Formation of the All-India Kisan Sabha
- Answer: C) The Great Bengal Famine of 1943
The British strategy during World War II aimed to do which of the following regarding India?
- A) Strengthen British rule
- B) Promote Indian autonomy
- C) Ensure loyalty from Indian leaders and military
- D) Encourage independence movements
- Answer: C) Ensure loyalty from Indian leaders and military

These MCQs cover various aspects of the impact of World Wars on India’s freedom struggle, focusing on events, movements, and consequences.

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