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किस युद्ध घटना ने जर्मन सेना की पीठ में छेद किया और उनकी पीछाहट की शुरुआत की?

  • डी-डे
  • बैटल ऑफ स्टालिंग्राड (correct)
  • ब्लिट्जक्रीग
  • पोलैंड की ध्वस्ति
  • प्रथम विश्व युद्ध के बाद, किन संगठनों को शांति और सुरक्षा के मूल स्तंभ के रूप में सामने आने का मार्ग मिला?

  • साउथ एंड सेंट्रल एसियाई संघ
  • यूरोपीय संघ
  • संयुक्त राष्ट्र (correct)
  • नेटो
  • किस क्षेत्र में पूर्वी यूरोप में कई जनसंहार हुए?

  • शून्यिका मैदान
  • होलोकॉस्ट (correct)
  • कम्बोडिया की हत्या पोल
  • डी-डे
  • किस प्रमुख प्रक्रिया के परिणामस्वरूप, हावाई विकास में महत्वपूर्ण प्रगति हुई?

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

    किस क्षेत्र में महिला मताधिकार और मज़दूरी के अधिक सुधार हुए?

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

    'सृजन, महत्वपूर्ण पहलु, अहिस्ता' - इस संक्षेप में, 'महत्वपूर्ण' किसको प्रतिपादित करता है?

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

    पहले विश्व युद्ध की शुरुआत किस घटना से हुई थी?

    <p>सर्बियाई राष्ट्रवादी गाव्रिलो प्रिंसिप द्वारा आर्चड्यूक फ्रांज फर्डिनेंड की हत्या से</p> Signup and view all the answers

    किस कारण से पहले विश्व युद्ध में 'खड़े सिस्टम (Trench warfare)' के प्रयोग का आम होना संकेतित होता है?

    <p>नए हथियारों के प्रयोग की समस्या</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'महान युद्ध' (Great War) के रूप में माने जाने वाले पहले विश्व युद्ध का समय कौन सा है?

    <p>1914-1918</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'महान संक्रांति' के कुछ महत्वपूर्ण परिणाम हैं, कौन-सा परिणाम सही है?

    <p>राजनीतिक परिदृश्य में परिवर्तन</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'American entry' (1917) के क्रम में, 'Central Powers' के साथ संतुलन में मोड़ने में कौन-सा सहायक साबित हुआ?

    <p>British naval blockade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'World War II' की प्रारंभिक 'मार' (Battle) कहा हुई?

    <p>'Battle of Marne'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    World Wars: A Brief History of Two Global Conflicts

    The two World Wars, spanning just over three decades from 1914 to 1945, were transformational events in human history that affected societies worldwide, altering political landscapes, shaping cultures, and reshaping global power dynamics. Let's delve into these complex conflicts with a focus on their origins, key moments, and impactful consequences.

    Origins and Causes

    World War I, also known as the Great War, began in 1914 when Archduke Franz Ferdinand was assassinated by Serbian nationalist Gavrilo Princip. Various other factors contributed to this international conflict, including militarism, imperialism, alliances formed through treaties, and the arms race between nations.

    World War II began amidst economic depression and political unrest following WWI. Key causes included Adolf Hitler's rise to power in Germany, expansionistic policies, aggression towards neighboring countries, and appeasement by Western powers—all culminating in the invasion of Poland in September 1939.

    Major Events and Battles

    World War I

    • Battle of Marne (1914): Initial German advance halted on French territory.
    • Trench warfare and stalemate (1915–18) characterized much of the Western Front combat, leading to massive casualties on both sides due to new weapons like gas attacks and machine guns.
    • American entry (April 1917), which helped tilt the balance against Central Powers.

    World War II

    • Blitzkrieg tactics employed during early invasions of Poland, France, and Soviet Union led to swift victories for Nazi forces, causing widespread destruction and forced migrations across Europe.
    • Battle of Stalingrad (August 1942 – January 1943) marked one of the most significant turning points where the Red Army repelled German forces, beginning their retreat.
    • D-Day Allied landings on June 6th, 1944, spearheaded the successful liberation of northwestern Europe.

    Consequences

    Both conflicts resulted in profound changes globally. Post-WWII, United Nations, NATO, and European Union emerged as cornerstones of peace and security. Numerous genocides occurred throughout Eastern Europe during WWII, such as Holocaust, Armenian Genocide, and Cambodia’s Killing Fields; all of which underscored a growing awareness of humanity's potential for unspeakable cruelty.

    Notably, technological advances accelerated dramatically during wartime. For example, aircraft development progressed significantly thanks to aviation engineers, while atomic energy became a reality after nuclear bombs were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Furthermore, social revolutions took place in many nations, resulting in reforms such as women's suffrage and improved labor rights.

    In conclusion, understanding the origins, major events, battles, and consequences of World Wars illuminates an essential period of modern history that continues to shape our collective identity today.

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    Test your knowledge on the origins, major events, battles, and consequences of World War I and World War II with this insightful quiz. Explore the causes behind these global conflicts, the key moments that defined them, and the far-reaching impacts they had on societies worldwide.

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