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Question 1:

What was a major contribution of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan towards social reform?

Founding of the Indian National Congress Promotion of modern education and communal harmony Abolition of Sati Establishment of Arya Samaj

Question 2:

What was a major contribution of the Mughals to Indian literature?

Promotion of Persian literature Establishment of a national language Introduction of Greek literature Development of regional languages

Question 3:

Which social class was considered the backbone of the Mughal Empire's economy?

Peasantry Nobility Artisans Ulema

Question 4:

What was a major economic repercussion of the 1857 Revolt for the British East India Company?

Loss of monopoly on trade Expansion into new markets Reduction in operating costs Increase in profitability

Question 5:

How did the British East India Company's mercantilism impact the Indian economy?

Draining of wealth and exploitation of resources Promotion of local industries Encouragement of exports Reduction of taxes

Question 6:

How did the British policy of Free Trade impact Indian industries?

Reduction in import duties Growth of new industries Decline of traditional industries Increase in exports

Question 7:

What was the primary effect of the British policy of Free Trade on Indian textiles?

Increase in domestic consumption Revival of traditional weaving Decline due to competition with British textiles Modernization of textile industry

Question 8:

What was the impact of Mughal rule on Indian textiles?

Global recognition and demand for Indian textiles Decline of the textile industry Ban on textile exports Isolation of Indian textiles from global markets

Question 9:

Which European power established the first trading post in India at Calicut?

Portuguese English Dutch French

Question 10:

How did the Mughal Empire impact the Indian economy?

Abolition of taxes Establishment of free trade zones Diversification of industries Introduction of paper currency

Quiz: History & Culture of India (1526 to 1950)