Quiz on Modern Indian History – GK GS Quiz for All Competitive Exams
86. Subhash Bose established the Provisional Government of Free India at _______.
A. Berlin
B. Bangkok
C. Singapore
D. Tokyo
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Answer: Option C
Explanation : The Provisional Government of Free India, or, more simply, Free India (Azad Hind), was an Indian provisional government established in occupied Singapore in 1943 and supported by the Empire of Japan, Nazi Germany, Italian Social Republic, and their allies.
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87. The Permanent settlement introduced by Cornwallis is in Bengal is known as _______.
A. Roytwari System
B. Mahalwari System
C. Zamindari System
D. Iqtadari System
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Answer: Option C
Explanation : Zamindari System was introduced by Cornwallis in 1793 through Permanent Settlement Act. It was introduced in provinces of Bengal, Bihar, Orissa and Varanasi. Zamindars were recognized as owner of the lands. Zamindars were given the rights to collect the rent from the peasants.
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88. The office of Governor-General of India was created by the _______.
A. Government of India Act 1833
B. Government of India Act 1858
C. Charter Act 1833
D. Charter Act 1813
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Answer: Option C
Explanation : The office of Governor-General of India was created by the Charter Act, 1833.
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89. Who was the first Governor General of the new Indian Dominion?
A. Rajendra Prasad
B. Vallabhbhai Patel
C. Rajagopalachari
D. Lord Mountbatten
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Answer: Option D
Explanation : The first Governor-General of British India was Lord William Bentinck, and the first Governor-General of independent India was Lord Mountbatten.
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90. Who among the following controlled maximum trade in the western coastal region during 17th century?
A. Portuguese
B. Dutch
C. The house of Jagat Seth
D. Mulla Abdul Gaffar
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Answer: Option A
Explanation : Portuguese controlled maximum trade in western coastal region during 17th century.
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