Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
11
The Battle of Plassey marked the beginning of British ______ in India.
Answer:
Political rule
Plassey is considered the starting point of British colonial rule in India.
12
Who became the Nawab of Bengal after the Battle of Plassey?
Answer:
Mir Jafar
Mir Jafar was installed as a puppet Nawab by the British.
13
What was the outcome of the Battle of Plassey?
Answer:
British gained control over Bengal
The British victory at Plassey gave them political and economic control over Bengal.
14
Which key commander of Siraj ud-Daulah died early in the battle?
Answer:
Mir Madan
Mir Madan, a loyal commander, was killed early, weakening the Nawab's morale.
15
Which Mughal emperor nominally ruled India during the Battle of Plassey?
Answer:
Alamgir II
Alamgir II was the Mughal emperor, though the empire was already weakened.
16
What natural factor helped the British during the battle?
Answer:
Sudden rainstorm
A sudden rainfall rendered the Nawab's cannons useless, whereas the British kept their gunpowder dry.
17
Where exactly was the Battle of Plassey fought?
Answer:
Near Plassey on the banks of the Bhagirathi river
The battle took place near Plassey village on the banks of the Bhagirathi River in Bengal.
18
Which commander of Siraj ud-Daulah betrayed him during the Battle of Plassey?
Answer:
Mir Jafar
Mir Jafar conspiring with the British was the decisive betrayal that led to Siraj's defeat.
19
Which banker group in Bengal secretly supported the British before Plassey?
Answer:
Jagat Seths
The Jagat Seths, powerful bankers, supported the British due to dissatisfaction with Siraj ud-Daulah.
20
Which infamous incident preceded the Battle of Plassey?
Answer:
Black Hole of Calcutta
The Black Hole of Calcutta incident in 1756 escalated conflict between Siraj ud-Daulah and the British.