Indian State Formation History Quiz

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What was the primary demand of Potty Sriramulu's fast-unto-death in 1952?

Recognition of Indian languages

Reorganization of all states

Formation of Vishalandhra state (correct)

Creation of the Karnataka state

Which commission was formed in 1953 to address the demand for state formation based on language?

State Reorganization Commission

Andhra Pradesh Commission

Justice Fazal Ali Commission (correct)

Karnataka Formation Commission

What was given to the provinces that joined the Union of India under the 1947 Vallabhbhai Patel Integration Act?

Privy purse based on income (correct)

A military base

Autonomy in governance

Guaranteed retention of cultural practices

Which province's ruler initially wanted to merge with Pakistan?

Junagadh Signup and view all the answers

When did the State Reorganisation Act come into force?

1956 Signup and view all the answers

What was Mysore State renamed in 1973?

Karnataka Signup and view all the answers

What was the public response in Junagadh to the king's desire to merge with Pakistan?

Public protests against the king Signup and view all the answers

Which areas were addressed in the movement for the formation of Karnataka?

Kannada-speaking areas Signup and view all the answers

What was the main opposition faced by the Nizam of Hyderabad?

Armed struggle led by farmers of Telangana Signup and view all the answers

What did Sheikh Abdullah's National Conference decide regarding Jammu and Kashmir's future?

To merge with India Signup and view all the answers

How many states were formed as per the report of the Justice Fazal Ali Commission?

14 States and 6 Union Territories Signup and view all the answers

What motivated King Harisingh of Jammu and Kashmir to seek help from the Indian government?

Fear of merging with Pakistan Signup and view all the answers

How many states and Union Territories are currently in India?

28 States and 8 Union Territories Signup and view all the answers

What action did the Indian government take in response to the situation in Junagadh?

Launched an armed intervention Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant outcome of the linguistic organization of India?

Formation of states based on linguistic demographics Signup and view all the answers

What change occurred regarding the privy purse in 1969?

Abolishment of the privy purse payments Signup and view all the answers

What was the main consequence of the revolt in 1857 regarding the administration of India?

The administration was handed over to the Queen of England. Signup and view all the answers

What declaration did the Queen of England make in 1858 that is referred to as India’s 'Magna Carta'?

Acceptance of agreements made by the East India Company. Signup and view all the answers

Which policy brought into force by Dalhousie is associated with the 1857 revolt?

Doctrine of Lapse Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the effects of the British rule as understood by the Indians post-revolt?

Realization of the necessity for alternative routes to freedom. Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant factor that shook the confidence of the people in the soldiers during the revolt?

The soldiers engaged in arson and looting. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect was explicitly included in the declaration made by the Queen in 1858 regarding governance in India?

Equality before the law. Signup and view all the answers

During the 1857 revolt, which queen is notable for her resistance against British rule?

Jhansi Rani Signup and view all the answers

What principle reflected the British realization of governing India post-revolt?

Ensuring support, trust, and confidence from Indians. Signup and view all the answers

Who took over the leadership of the Indian National Army (INA) from the previous leader?

Subhash Chandra Bose Signup and view all the answers

What was the famous call made by Subhash Chandra Bose to mobilize Indians for freedom?

Delhi Chalo! Signup and view all the answers

Which regiment was part of the Indian National Army and had a female leadership?

Rani Jhansi Regiment Signup and view all the answers

What was the ultimate goal of the military strategy planned by Subhash Chandra Bose?

To capture Delhi Signup and view all the answers

What controversy surrounded the death of Subhash Chandra Bose?

His death was believed to be a hoax Signup and view all the answers

Which Indian leader was mentioned as working towards the release of INA soldiers after their capture?

Gandhiji Signup and view all the answers

Who was elected as the president of the Indian Independence League formed in Tokyo?

Rashbehari Bose Signup and view all the answers

How many Indian soldiers were approximately part of the INA under Captain Mohan Singh's command?

40,000 Signup and view all the answers

What significant agreement did Russia sign with Germany on 24th August 1939?

Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact Signup and view all the answers

Which country suffered the greatest number of losses during World War II?

Russia Signup and view all the answers

Which battle marked a significant defeat for German troops in 1942?

Battle of Stalingrad Signup and view all the answers

What was one consequence of the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945?

Immediate surrender of Japan Signup and view all the answers

What role did Japan play in World War II?

Axis power with aggressive expansions Signup and view all the answers

What event caused Germany to face a series of defeats starting in 1943?

Invasion of Italy by Allied forces Signup and view all the answers

Which two Japanese cities were the targets of the first atomic bombs?

Hiroshima and Nagasaki Signup and view all the answers

What was a political outcome of World War II according to the information provided?

Permanent division of Europe into Eastern and Western blocs. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary goal of the Swaraj Party?

To enter the legislative assembly and oppose British policies from within Signup and view all the answers

What major event followed the establishment of the Simon Commission in 1927?

Lala Lajpat Rai died after police brutality during a protest Signup and view all the answers

Which declaration was made by the Congress during the Lahore session in 1929?

Purna Swaraj as the aim Signup and view all the answers

What action did Congress take in response to the Simon Commission?

Boycotted the commission and organized protests Signup and view all the answers

What significant event took place on January 1st, 1930?

Jawaharlal Nehru hoisted the Indian tri-colour Signup and view all the answers

What did the British government do after the Simon Commission's work was completed?

Called for a meeting with Indian representatives, leading to the Round Table Conference Signup and view all the answers

What responsibility was entrusted to Gandhiji following the Congress session in Lahore?

Organizing the Civil Disobedience movement Signup and view all the answers

Why did people chant ‘Simon, Go back’ during the Simon Commission's visit?

They protested against the Commission for not including Indian members Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Tenth Standard, Part 2, English Medium
Revised 2022 textbook from Karnataka Textbook Society

History Chapter Outline

Chapter 17: The First War of Indian Independence (1857)
- Causes for the First War of Independence
  - Political causes: Doctrine of Lapse, displacing Indian rulers
  - Economic causes: Industrial Revolution harming Indian handicrafts
Chapter 18: The Freedom Struggle
- Moderates, Extremists, Revolutionaries
Other Chapters: Further chapter numbers and subject matter are listed, relating to India's history following independence.

Geography Chapter Outline

Chapter 25: India Land Use and Agriculture
- Factors affecting land use: Natural factors, economic factors, social factors
- Types of land use: Net sown area, forest area, fallow land, grasslands, cultivated lands
- Important agricultural areas in India
Other Chapters: Other chapter numbers and subject matter are listed, relating to Indian geography following independence.

Political Science Chapter Outline

Chapter 21: World Challenges and India's Role
- Denial of Human Rights
- Economic Inequality
- Terrorism
- Arms Race
Chapter 22: World Organizations
- Establishment of UNO
- Organs of UNO
- Agencies of UNO
- Objectives of UNO
- Regional Co-operation -Other Chapters: Further chapter numbers and subject matter are listed, relating to political science and global issues following independence.

Economics Chapter Outline

Chapter 30: Rural Development
- Meaning and significance of rural development
- Rural development and decentralization
- Rural development and panchayat raj institutions
- Rural development and women
Chapter 31: Public Finance and Budget
- Meaning of public finance and its importance
- Budget
- Public expenditure and public income
- Deficit finance and fiscal deficit

Business Studies Chapter Outline

Chapter 32: Entrepreneurship
- Meaning of Entrepreneurship
- Role and importance of entrepreneurship
- Self-employment opportunities
- Self-employment schemes
Chapter 33: Consumer Education and Protection
- Consumer, consumer rights, exploitation and consumer awareness
- The major objectives of the consumer protection and its importance
- To follow certain precautionary measures while buying goods and services.
- The significance of the Consumer Education and information with regard to the methods of filing cases with the consumer court.

Other Chapters

Chapter 23: Collective Behavior and Protests
- Mobs, riots
- Different forms of collective behavior
- Women's Self-Help Groups
Chapter 26: India – Mineral and Power Resources
Chapter 27: India – Transport and Communication
Chapter 29: India – Natural Disasters

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Test your knowledge on the historical events surrounding the formation of Indian states post-independence. This quiz covers key events from 1952 onwards, including major figures, legislative changes, and public responses. Dive deep into the complexities of regional politics and language-based state formation in India.