Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
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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
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Which literary figure's movement is known as the 'Bengal Renaissance'?
Answer:
Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
Bankim Chandra Chatterjee was a key figure in the Bengal Renaissance. His literary works, including the famous novel 'Anandamath' and the song 'Vande Mataram', played a crucial role in awakening national and cultural consciousness among Hindus in Bengal.
12
The 'Cow Protection Society' was formed in which year to promote the sanctity of cows in Hindu culture?
Answer:
1882
In 1882, the Cow Protection Society (Gaurakshini Sabha) was formed. This was part of the broader Hindu revivalist movement, particularly championed by the Arya Samaj, to protect cows and emphasize their religious and economic importance.
13
Gopal Krishna Gokhale was a prominent 'Life-worker' of which educational institution set up in 1884?
Answer:
Deccan Education Society
The Deccan Education Society was established in Pune in 1884 by figures like G.G. Agarkar and B.G. Tilak. Gopal Krishna Gokhale served as a 'Life-worker' for this society, which aimed to provide affordable and nationalist-oriented education to the youth.
14
Which Portuguese Viceroy prohibited the practice of Sati in Goa as early as 1510?
Answer:
Albuquerque
Afonso de Albuquerque, the Portuguese Viceroy, took the progressive step of prohibiting Sati in the territories of Goa under Portuguese control in 1510, long before the British ban in the rest of India.
15
The Shuddhi Movement, aimed at reconverting individuals to Hinduism, was initiated by:
Answer:
Dayananda Saraswati
Dayananda Saraswati and the Arya Samaj started the Shuddhi movement. The purpose was to purify and reconvert those who had converted to other religions like Islam or Christianity back to Hinduism, which was a significant aspect of the Hindu revivalist agenda.
16
Which famous scholar of Sanskrit founded the Arya Samaj and gave the slogan 'Go back to the Vedas'?
Answer:
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
Swami Dayanand Saraswati was a profound scholar of Sanskrit and the founder of the Arya Samaj in 1875. He believed that the Vedas were the source of all true knowledge and sought to bring Hinduism back to its Vedic roots, rejecting idolatry and ritualism.
17
Who was the founder of the Indian Association, established in 1876?
Answer:
Babu Surendranath Banerjee
Babu Surendranath Banerjee founded the Indian Association in Calcutta in 1876. It was one of the earliest political organizations in British India, aiming to promote the political, intellectual, and material advancement of the people by uniting them under a common platform.
18
The Prarthana Samaj, which focused on social reform in Western India, was established in which year?
Answer:
1849
According to the provided records, the Prarthana Samaj was established in 1849 (though often associated with its more formal reorganization in 1867). It was influenced by the Brahmo Samaj and focused on religious and social reforms such as inter-caste dining and widow remarriage in the Bombay presidency.
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When did Keshab Chandra Sen join the Brahmo Samaj, leading to its further expansion and eventual split?
Answer:
1857
Keshab Chandra Sen joined the Brahmo Samaj in 1857. He was a charismatic leader who brought many young people into the movement and helped it spread beyond Bengal. However, differences in ideology later led to divisions within the Samaj.
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Which social evil was first and most notably criticized by the Brahmo Samaj?
Answer:
Sati
The Brahmo Samaj, under the leadership of Raja Ram Mohan Roy, led a vigorous campaign against the practice of Sati (the immolation of widows). This pressure eventually led the British government to officially ban the practice in 1829.