Lord Dalhousie introduced the Doctrine of Lapse, annexing princely states without a natural heir, contributing to the 1857 Revolt. The original question had a typo (“Hastinge”), corrected to “Hastings.”
562
King George V visited India during the Viceroyalty of:
King George V visited India in 1911 during Lord Hardinge’s viceroyalty, attending the Delhi Durbar. The original question had a typo (“Harding”), corrected to “Hardinge.”
563
Which Act allowed Indians to participate in government for the first time?
The Indian Councils Act 1861 introduced limited Indian participation in legislative councils under British rule. The original question had incorrect options (e.g., “Act of 1862”), corrected to reflect accurate legislation.
564
The Quit India Movement started after the failure of:
The Quit India Movement was launched by Gandhi in August 1942 after the failure of the Cripps Mission, which offered limited self-government but was rejected by Congress. The original question had a typo (“Cripps Proposal”), corrected to “Cripps Mission.”
565
Who was the Prime Minister of Britain during the Revolt of 1857?
Lord Palmerston was Britain’s Prime Minister during the 1857 Revolt, overseeing the British response. The original question had typos (“Pamstem” and repeated “(d)”), corrected to “Palmerston” with streamlined options.
566
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan was given the title of knighthood by the British government in:
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan was knighted in 1888 for his contributions to education and Muslim reform, particularly through the Aligarh Movement. The original question and answer were correct.
567
Which religious scholar tried to eradicate un-Islamic innovations from the religion?
Haji Shariatullah, founder of the Faraizi Movement, worked to eliminate un-Islamic practices in 19th-century Bengal, emphasizing religious duties. The original question had typos (“Wali Ullah” and “Shariat Ullah”), corrected to “Waliullah” and “Shariatullah.”
568
Who lost his kingdom in the subcontinent but retrieved it after about 15 years in exile?
Mughal Emperor Humayun was ousted by Sher Shah Suri in 1540 and regained his throne in 1555 after 15 years in exile. The original question had a typo (“Humayyun”), corrected to “Humayun.”
569
Which amendment, made on December 30, 1985, divided executive powers at the federal level between the Prime Minister and President?
The 8th Amendment, passed on December 30, 1985, under Zia-ul-Haq, gave the President significant powers, including the ability to dissolve the National Assembly, balancing executive authority with the Prime Minister. The original question had a typo (“198°”), corrected to “1985.”
570
Parity for representation was created by the formation of One Unit in West Pakistan in:
The One Unit scheme, merging West Pakistan’s provinces into a single unit, was implemented in October 1955 to achieve parity with East Pakistan in the Constituent Assembly. The original answer (d) was incorrect and corrected to (c).