India's National Calendar and Key Historical Facts
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India's National Calendar and Key Historical Facts

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When was the national calendar implemented in India?

  • 22 March 1957 (correct)
  • 26 January 1950
  • 22 March 1947
  • 15 August 1947

    • Who was the founder of the Shunga dynasty?

  • Chandragupta
  • Ashoka
  • Pushyamitra (correct)
  • Bindusara

    • Which is the only state in India that produces saffron?

  • Himachal Pradesh
  • Punjab
  • Jammu Kashmir (correct)
  • Gujarat

    • What is the prescribed time for singing the national anthem of India?

    <p>52 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country's leading state in gypsum production?

    <p>Rajasthan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What metal is coated on iron for galvanizing it?

    <p>Zinc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the first Indian judge of the International Court of Justice?

    <p>Nagendra Singh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country has the oldest national flag?

    <p>Egypt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the battle of Chausa in 1539 AD?

    <p>Sher Shah Suri defeated Humayun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For what purpose was the SAARC conference initiated?

    <p>Regional cooperation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country is known as the leading producer of rubber?

    <p>Thailand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary substance exported by India?

    <p>Tea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the large lake built by King Bhoj situated?

    <p>Bhopal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ancient name is associated with Bengal?

    <p>Gaud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which ocean is Diego Garcia located?

    <p>Indian Ocean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who succeeded in defeating Sher Shah Suri in the battle of Bilgram?

    <p>Humayun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which states are involved in the Cauvery water dispute?

    <p>Tamil Nadu and Karnataka</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does U.N.H.C.R. fulfill?

    <p>Refugee assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which missile serves as India's anti-tank weapon?

    <p>Nag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant tax did Akbar abolish for Hindus?

    <p>Jaziya</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the Qutub Minar is correct?

    <p>It was built by Iltutmish.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was significant about the battle of Bilgram?

    <p>It was fought in 1555 AD.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primarily associated with the region of Jammu and Kashmir?

    <p>Production of saffron.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical significance does Egypt hold?

    <p>It has the oldest national flag.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the year 1556 AD, which of the following events occurred?

    <p>Hemu was defeated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which institution primarily deals with the welfare of refugees?

    <p>U.N.H.C.R.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding the production of gypsum in India?

    <p>Rajasthan leads in gypsum production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the purpose of the SAARC conference?

    <p>To foster regional cooperation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary source of quick energy for athletes?

    <p>Carbohydrates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the death of Humayun?

    <p>Falling from the stairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was responsible for the defeat of Hemu in the second battle of Panipat?

    <p>Mughal Prime Minister Bairam Khan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did Akbar abolish the Jaziya tax imposed on Hindus?

    <p>1564 AD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significant event that occurred in 1556 AD?

    <p>The death of Humayun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one impact of Akbar's policy towards Hindus?

    <p>Introduction of religious tolerance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    India's National Calendar

    • Implemented on March 22, 1957

    Ancient Indian History

    • Shunga Dynasty: Founded by Pushyamitra
    • Gaud: Ancient name of Bengal
    • King Bhoj: Built a large lake in Bhopal

    Geography and Production

    • Thailand: Leading rubber producer
    • Jammu & Kashmir: Only Indian state that produces saffron
    • Rajasthan: Leading state in gypsum production

    Science and Biology

    • Liver: Secretes bile
    • Carbohydrates: Provide quick energy for athletes

    India's Exports

    • Tea: India's leading export

    Military and Defense

    • Nag: India's anti-tank missile

    International Geography and Politics

    • Diego Garcia: Island located in the Indian Ocean
    • Cauvery Water Dispute: Involves Tamil Nadu and Karnataka
    • Egypt: Possesses the oldest national flag
    • SAARC: Started for regional cooperation
    • UNHCR: Institution dedicated to refugees
    • Nagendra Singh: First Indian judge of the International Court of Justice

    Mughal Empire

    • Qutub Minar: Completed by Iltutmish
    • Humayun:
      • Defeated Sher Shah Suri in the Battle of Chausa (1539 AD)
      • Defeated Sher Shah Suri in the Battle of Bilgram (Kannauj) leading to Sher Shah's rule (1540 AD)
      • Recaptured Delhi (1555 AD)
      • Died after falling from stairs (1556 AD)
    • Hemu: Defeated in the Second Battle of Panipat by Mughal prime minister Bairam Khan (1556 AD)
    • Akbar: Removed Jaziya tax from Hindus (1564 AD)

    India

    • The national calendar was implemented in India on March 22, 1957.
    • Jammu and Kashmir is the only state in India that produces saffron.
    • The prescribed time for singing the national anthem of India is 52 seconds.

    History

    • Pushyamitra founded the Shunga dynasty.
    • Muhammad Gauri ruled Ghazni.
    • The ancient name for Bengal was Gaud.
    • The Qutub Minar was completed by Iltutmish.
    • Humayun defeated Sher Shah Suri in the battle of Bilgram (Kannauj) in 1540 AD, marking the beginning of Sher Shah's rule.
    • Humayun recaptured Delhi in 1555 AD.
    • Humayun died after falling from the stairs in 1556 AD. Hemu was defeated in the second battle of Panipat by the Mughal Prime Minister Bairam Khan, also in 1556 AD.
    • Akbar removed the Jaziya tax from Hindus in 1564 AD.

    Geography

    • The huge lake built by King Bhoj is located in Bhopal.
    • Diego Garcia is an island located in the Indian Ocean.

    Economy

    • Thailand is the leading country in rubber production.
    • Rajasthan is the leading state in gypsum production.
    • India exports the most tea.

    Science

    • Bile is secreted by the liver.
    • Athletes are given carbohydrates for quick energy.

    International Relations

    • The Cauvery water dispute involves Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
    • The SAARC conference was started for regional cooperation.

    Military

    • India's anti-tank missile is called Nag.

    Organizations

    • The UNH.C.R. (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees) institution deals with refugees.
    • Nagendra Singh was the first Indian judge of the International Court of Justice.

    Culture

    • Egypt has the oldest national flag.

    Technology

    • Zinc is the metal coated on iron for galvanizing it.

    Indian History and Geography

    • National Calendar Implementation: The national calendar in India was implemented on 22nd March 1957.
    • Shunga Dynasty's Founder: Pushyamitra Shunga founded the Shunga dynasty.
    • Leading Rubber Producer: Thailand is the leading country in rubber production.
    • Saffron Production: Jammu and Kashmir is the only state in India that produces saffron.
    • National Anthem Duration: The prescribed time for singing the Indian national anthem is 52 seconds.
    • King Bhoj's Lake: The huge lake built by King Bhoj is located in Bhopal.
    • Muhammad Gauri's Rule: Muhammad Gauri ruled from Ghazni.
    • Ancient Bengal: Gaud was the ancient name of Bengal.
    • Gypsum Production Leader: Rajasthan is the leading state in gypsum production.
    • Bile Secretion: Bile is secreted in the Liver.
    • Athlete's Energy Source: Athletes are given carbohydrates to get quick energy.
    • India's Top Export: Tea is India's most exported commodity.
    • India's Anti-Tank Missile: India's anti-tank missile is called Nag.

    Geography and International Relations

    • Diego Garcia Island: Diego Garcia is an island located in the Indian Ocean.
    • Cauvery Water Dispute: The Cauvery water dispute involves the states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
    • Oldest National Flag: Egypt holds the record for having the oldest national flag.
    • Galvanizing Metal: Zinc is the metal coated on iron during galvanization.
    • SAARC Conference Purpose: The SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) conference was started for regional cooperation.
    • UNHCR's Focus: The UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is an institution dealing with refugees.
    • First Indian Judge at ICJ: Nagendra Singh was the first Indian judge of the International Court of Justice.

    Mughal Empire Timeline

    • Qutub Minar Completion: Iltutmish completed the construction of the Qutub Minar.
    • Humayun Defeats Sher Shah:
      • Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah in the battle of Chausa in 1539 AD.
      • Humayun defeated Sher Shah Suri in the battle of Bilgram (Kannauj) in 1540 AD. Sher Shah's rule began after this victory.
    • Humayun Reclaims Delhi: Humayun recaptured Delhi in 1555 AD.
    • Humayun's Death & Hemu's Defeat:
      • Humayun died after falling from the stairs in 1556 AD.
      • Hemu was defeated in the second battle of Panipat by Bairam Khan, the Mughal Prime Minister, in 1556 AD.
    • Akbar's Jaziya Tax Abolition: Akbar abolished the Jaziya tax on Hindus in 1564 AD.

    Mughal Emperor Humayun

    • Humayun, the second Mughal emperor, died in 1556 due to a fall from the stairs.
    • His death created a power vacuum in the Mughal Empire, leading to a period of instability.

    ### Hemu's Defeat

    • Hemu, a Hindu general, rose to power in northern India after Humayun's death.
    • He defeated the Mughal forces in several battles and became a powerful contender for the throne.
    • In 1556, Hemu was defeated by the Mughal forces in the second battle of Panipat, led by the Mughal prime minister, Bairam Khan.
    • This victory cemented Mughal control over northern India.

    ### Akbar's Reign

    • Akbar, Humayun's son, ascended the throne after the battle of Panipat.
    • He initiated a series of policies aimed at consolidating Mughal power and promoting harmony among different religious groups.
    • In 1564, Akbar abolished the Jaziya tax imposed on non-Muslim subjects.
    • This move was intended to bolster support for his rule among the Hindu population.

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