Part (2) Flashcards
Who was the first Governor General of India?
Lord William Bentinck
He served from 1828 to 1835.
What major educational reform is Lord William Bentinck known for?
Father of Modern western Education in India
He established significant educational policies.
What system was abolished by the Sati System Abolition Act in 1829?
Sati System
This act prohibited the practice of widow self-immolation.
Which war occurred from 1824 to 1826?
Burmese War
This conflict was part of British expansion in Southeast Asia.
What did Macaulay’s Minute on English Education advocate for?
Promotion of English education in India
It emphasized the need for English as a medium of instruction.
What was the significance of the Charter Act of 1833?
It made provisions for the governance of India by the British
This act marked a key change in British administrative structure.
What major change did the Indian Slavery Act of 1843 accomplish?
Abolition of slavery
This act legally ended slavery in British India.
Fill in the blank: The annexation of _______ occurred on the pretext of misgovernance.
Coorg
This annexation was part of British expansionist policies.
What was established in Calcutta as part of the medical reforms?
First Medical college
This institution aimed to improve medical education in India.
Which policy was introduced to regulate the annexation of Indian states?
Doctrine of Lapse
This policy allowed the British to annex territories based on misgovernance.
What was the outcome of the 1st Anglo-Sikh War?
Treaty of Lahore (1846)
This treaty established British control over Punjab.
Which act was passed to support remarriage of widows?
Widow Remarriage Act, 1856
This act aimed to improve the status of widows in society.
True or False: The Forward Policy aimed to expand British influence in Afghanistan.
True
This policy led to military engagements in the region.
Who is known as the Father of Indian Telegraphs, Railways, and the Postal System?
Lord Dalhousie
His tenure significantly advanced India’s infrastructure.
What significant transportation development occurred in 1853?
First railway line connecting Bombay and Thane
This marked the beginning of railway transport in India.
What was the focus of Wood’s Despatch in 1854?
Educational reforms in India
It emphasized the need for a structured education system.
Fill in the blank: The formation of _______ regiments was part of military reforms.
Gurkha
These regiments were established to utilize the martial skills of Gurkha soldiers.
What was the purpose of the Thuggee suppression led by Captain Sleeman?
To eliminate the Thuggee cult
This group was notorious for its ritualistic murders.
Which conflict occurred between 1839 and 1842?
1st Anglo Afghan War
This war was a significant military engagement for the British.
What were the outcomes of the Second Anglo-Sikh War (1848-49)?
Further consolidation of British power in Punjab
This war resulted in the annexation of the Punjab region.
What key infrastructure project was started during the British rule?
Grand Trunk Road
This road facilitated trade and movement across northern India.
What was the significance of the establishment of PWD?
Public Works Department aimed at infrastructure development
It focused on building roads, canals, and other public facilities.
Which city had its artillery headquarters shifted from Calcutta to Meerut?
Bengal Artillery
This move was part of military strategic adjustments.
Which war led to the capture of Bharatpur in 1826?
Capture of Bharatpur
This was part of British military campaigns to consolidate power.
What was the impact of social reforms like the abolition of female infanticide?
Improvement in women’s rights and societal health
These reforms aimed to change societal attitudes towards women.
Fill in the blank: The annexation of _______ occurred in 1852.
Lower Burma
This was part of British expansion into Southeast Asia.
