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What was the primary cause of the Bengal Partition in 1905?

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The primary cause was to weaken the nationalist movement by dividing the Hindu and Muslim populations.

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True or False: The Bengal Partition was reversed in 1911.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The Bengal Partition was officially implemented on __________.

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October 16, 1905

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What movement was sparked by the Bengal Partition?

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The Swadeshi Movement

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Which Indian leader was a prominent figure in opposing the Bengal Partition?

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Bal Gangadhar Tilak

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What was the main objective of the Swadeshi Movement?

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To promote Indian goods and boycott British products.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following years did the Indian National Congress adopt the goal of self-rule?

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1916

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What was the name of the act passed in 1919 that expanded the repressive powers of the British government in India?

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The Rowlatt Act

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True or False: The Rowlatt Act was met with widespread protests and civil disobedience.

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True

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What significant event occurred in Amritsar in 1919 as a result of the Rowlatt Act protests?

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The Jallianwala Bagh massacre

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Fill in the blank: The Jallianwala Bagh massacre occurred on __________.

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April 13, 1919

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Who was the British officer responsible for the Jallianwala Bagh massacre?

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General Dyer

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What was the impact of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre on Indian nationalism?

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It intensified anti-British sentiments and galvanized the independence movement.

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Which prominent Indian leader launched the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1920?

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Mahatma Gandhi

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Multiple Choice: The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms were introduced in which year?

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1919

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What did the Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms aim to achieve?

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To increase Indian participation in government and administration.

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True or False: The Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms were well-received by Indian leaders.

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False

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Which two communities were primarily involved in the communal tensions during the early 20th century in Bengal?

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Hindus and Muslims

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What was the significance of the Lucknow Pact of 1916?

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It represented a united front between the Indian National Congress and the Muslim League.

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Fill in the blank: The Lucknow Pact called for __________ representation for Muslims in legislatures.

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adequate

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What was one of the consequences of World War I on British rule in India?

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Increased demands for self-governance and independence.

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Multiple Choice: Which movement did Mahatma Gandhi promote as a method of protest against British rule?

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Satyagraha

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What was the primary goal of the Indian independence movement during 1900-1920?
To achieve self-rule and end British colonial rule.
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True or False: The British government introduced the Government of India Act in 1919.
True
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What was one of the key features of the Government of India Act 1919?
It introduced a diarchy system in provincial governance.
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lord curzon era
6 jan to 18 nov 1899to 1905
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lord minto ll
18 nov 1905 -19016
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lord harding
1910- april 1916
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lord chelmsford
april 19196 -1921
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death of queen victoria
1901
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nwfp seperate from punjab
1901
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What year did the partition of Bengal occur?
1905
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What was the primary reason for the partition of Bengal?
To divide and weaken the nationalist movement by creating religious divisions.
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In which year was the partition of Bengal reversed?
1911
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Which British official was primarily responsible for the partition of Bengal?
Lord Curzon
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True or False: The partition of Bengal created a separate province for Muslims.
True
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What was the capital of the newly created East Bengal and Assam province?
Dhaka
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Fill in the blank: The partition of Bengal was seen as an attempt to _____ the Hindu majority.
weaken
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Which Muslim leader opposed the partition of Bengal?
Aga Khan
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What was the reaction of the Indian National Congress to the partition of Bengal?
They strongly opposed it.
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Multiple Choice: What was one consequence of the partition of Bengal? A) Increased Hindu-Muslim unity B) Rise in communal tensions C) Greater autonomy for provinces
B) Rise in communal tensions
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Which organization was founded in response to the partition of Bengal in 1906?
All India Muslim League
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True or False: The partition of Bengal was popular among the majority of the Bengali population.
False
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What was the primary aim of the All India Muslim League after its formation?
To represent the political rights of Muslims in India.
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Fill in the blank: The partition was intended to create a _____ divide between Hindus and Muslims.
religious
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What did the British government cite as a justification for the partition?
Administrative efficiency.
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Who was the Viceroy of India during the partition of Bengal?
Lord Curzon
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True or False: The partition of Bengal had no impact on the Indian independence movement.
False
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What was the public response to the partition of Bengal?
Widespread protests and agitation.
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Multiple Choice: Which group was most negatively affected by the partition of Bengal? A) British officials B) Bengali Hindus C) Bengali Muslims
B) Bengali Hindus
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Fill in the blank: The partition of Bengal led to the rise of _____ nationalism.
Muslim
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What major event did the partition of Bengal contribute to in the 20th century?
The eventual partition of India in 1947.
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Who was a key figure in opposing the partition from the Hindu community?
Surendranath Banerjee
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What was the impact of the partition on the socio-economic conditions in East Bengal?
It led to increased economic disparity and tensions.
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True or False: The partition of Bengal was officially supported by the British government.
True
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What was one of the long-term effects of the partition of Bengal on Indian politics?
It deepened communal divisions.
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What does AIML stand for?
All India Muslim League
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Who was the founder of AIML?
Muhammad Ali Jinnah
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In which year was the AIML founded?
1906
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Where was the first session of AIML held?
Dhaka
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What was the main objective of AIML?
To promote the political rights of Muslims in India
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What significant constitutional reform was introduced in 1909?
Morley-Minto Reforms
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True or False: The Morley-Minto Reforms introduced separate electorates for Muslims.
True
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What was one of the main features of the Morley-Minto Reforms?
Increased representation for Indians in legislative councils
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Fill in the blank: The Morley-Minto Reforms were named after the Secretary of State for India, ______.
John Morley
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Who was the Viceroy of India during the Morley-Minto Reforms?
Lord Minto
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What did the Morley-Minto Reforms allow for the first time?
Election of Indian representatives to legislative councils
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Which prominent Muslim leader was associated with the AIML during its early years?
Sir Aga Khan
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What was the impact of AIML on Indian politics?
It played a crucial role in advocating for Muslim political rights.
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What was the significance of the AIML's 1916 Lucknow Session?
It marked a pact between AIML and the Indian National Congress.
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True or False: The AIML advocated for a united India.
False
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What was the outcome of the Morley-Minto Reforms in terms of Muslim representation?
It led to reserved seats for Muslims in legislative councils.
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What was a criticism of the Morley-Minto Reforms?
They were seen as insufficient for true self-governance.
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What did the AIML aim to achieve through the Lucknow Pact?
Joint political action with the Congress for self-rule.
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Fill in the blank: The AIML's demand for ______ was a key theme in its early agenda.
Muslim autonomy
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Who succeeded Muhammad Ali Jinnah as the leader of AIML?
Liaquat Ali Khan
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What major political event did the AIML contribute to in 1940?
The Lahore Resolution advocating for a separate Muslim state.
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Which city is considered the headquarters of AIML?
Karachi
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What was the primary goal of the AIML during the British Raj?
To secure rights and representation for Muslims.
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True or False: The AIML was founded to represent all Indians.
False
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What did the Morley-Minto Reforms fail to address adequately?
The demand for complete independence from British rule.
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What was the relationship between AIML and the Indian National Congress in the early 20th century?
They were often in opposition to each other.

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