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CBSE 12 History Question Paper-2021 Term-2

CBSE 12 History Question Paper-2021 Term-2

This mock test includes actual CBSE Class 12 History board exam questions from the year 2021 Term-2, helping students understand exam trends and practice real paper format

2025-08-12
Pavan Pavan
CBSE Class 12 History 2021 Grade 12

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

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Describe the role of Dr BR Ambedkar in the Constituent Assembly of India.

A
He was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
B
He was a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress.
C
He played a key role in drafting the Indian Penal Code.
D
He worked for the upliftment of the Muslim community.

Critically analyse the Fifth Report which was submitted to the British Parliament in 1813.

A
It highlighted the inefficiency of the British East India Company.
B
It focused on the economic contributions of the British to India.
C
It emphasized the negative impact of British rule on India.
D
It was a report on the military expansion in India.

Why have many scholars written the months after Independence as being Gandhiji's 'finest hours'?

A
Because of his leadership in the Non-Cooperation Movement.
B
Due to his efforts in negotiating with the British for independence.
C
For his role in resolving communal tensions during the Partition.
D
Because of his leadership in the Quit India Movement.

Rumours and Prophecies played a part in moving people to action in the Revolt of 1857. Explain the statement.

A
The British government used rumors to suppress the revolt.
B
Indian leaders used rumors to gain support for the revolt.
C
Rumors were spread by the British to divide Indian rebels.
D
Prophecies and rumors about the return of Bahadur Shah Zafar inspired the revolt.

Describe the role of any six prominent leaders of northern India who fought against the British in the Revolt of 1857.

A
Rani Lakshmi Bai, Mangal Pandey, Tantia Tope, Begum Hazrat Mahal, Kunwar Singh, and Nana Saheb.
B
Rani Lakshmi Bai, Lala Lajpat Rai, Bhagat Singh, Jawaharlal Nehru, Sardar Patel, and Subhas Chandra Bose.
C
Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhas Chandra Bose, Bhagat Singh, Lala Lajpat Rai, and Sardar Patel.
D
Mangal Pandey, Bhagat Singh, Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhas Chandra Bose, Rani Lakshmi Bai, and Sardar Patel.

Quit India movement was genuinely a mass movement bringing into its ambit hundreds of thousands of ordinary Indians. Elucidate the statement with suitable examples.

A
It was led by Indian leaders who sought independence from the British.
B
It saw massive participation from ordinary people, with widespread protests.
C
It was a movement primarily led by students and intellectuals.
D
It was an armed rebellion against the British rule.

Abul Fazal describes the ideal of Sulh-i-Kul (absolute peace) as the cornerstone of Akbar's enlightened rule. Support the statement with examples.

A
Sulh-i-Kul was the policy of religious tolerance and secularism adopted by Akbar.
B
Sulh-i-Kul was a military strategy used by Akbar to strengthen his empire.
C
It was Akbar's policy to support only one religion across the empire.
D
Sulh-i-Kul was implemented by Akbar during his expansionist campaigns.

The written word was considered a lamp of wisdom. Why was this metaphor used by Abu’l Fazl?

A
Because the written word preserves knowledge and wisdom across generations.
B
Because written words were the foundation of communication in Akbar's empire.
C
To emphasize the importance of oral traditions in sharing wisdom.
D
Because written words were considered sacred in Akbar's court.

Govind Ballabh Pant argued that for the success of democracy, all loyalties must be centred round the State. Why was loyalty considered essential?

A
To prevent the creation of rival loyalties that could divide the nation.
B
To ensure that citizens could express their personal freedoms without restrictions.
C
To foster strong community ties and strengthen social order.
D
To maintain the monarchy and uphold traditional values.

Identify the place where Gandhiji withdrew the Non-Cooperation Movement.

A
Chauri Chaura
B
Sabarmati Ashram
C
Dandi
D
Nagpur

Identify the place where Gandhiji started Satyagraha for the indigo planters.

A
Champaran
B
Kheda
C
Bardoli
D
Dandi

Which of the following were leaders involved in the Revolt of 1857?

A
Mangal Pandey, Nana Saheb, Tantia Tope, Rani Lakshmi Bai.
B
Mahatma Gandhi, Bhagat Singh, Subhas Chandra Bose.
C
Jawaharlal Nehru, Lala Lajpat Rai, Sardar Patel.
D
Rani Channamma, Begum Hazrat Mahal, Khudiram Bose.

What was the significance of the Salt Satyagraha?

A
It was the first large-scale mass movement led by Mahatma Gandhi.
B
It was a protest against the British salt tax.
C
It was aimed at boycotting British goods.
D
It was focused on ending colonial rule in India.

Who is known for introducing the concept of 'Sulh-i-Kul' in the Mughal Empire?

A
Akbar
B
Aurangzeb
C
Shah Jahan
D
Babur

Who was the first governor-general of independent India?

A
Lord Mountbatten
B
Jawaharlal Nehru
C
C. Rajagopalachari
D
Viceroy Hastings

Which of the following movements was launched by Gandhi against the oppressive British policies in India?

A
Non-Cooperation Movement
B
Quit India Movement
C
Salt Satyagraha
D
Civil Disobedience Movement

What was the main objective of the Quit India Movement?

A
To demand complete independence from British rule.
B
To demand an end to the salt tax.
C
To gain equal rights for all Indians.
D
To support British war efforts.

The Revolt of 1857 began in which part of India?

A
North India
B
South India
C
East India
D
West India

Who wrote the famous work 'Akbarnama'?

A
Abul Fazl
B
Mirza Ghalib
C
Raja Todar Mal
D
Shaikh Ahmed

The 'Revolt of 1857' is often referred to as the First War of Independence because it was the first major challenge to British rule. What was the major reason for this revolt?

A
The issue of religious discrimination.
B
The British policies and economic exploitation.
C
The introduction of the new land revenue system.
D
The refusal of the British to recognize Indian rulers.

Who among the following was not associated with the Revolt of 1857?

A
Rani Lakshmi Bai
B
Nana Saheb
C
Jawaharlal Nehru
D
Mangal Pandey

Which famous Indian leader was associated with the Salt March in 1930?

A
Subhas Chandra Bose
B
Mahatma Gandhi
C
Jawaharlal Nehru
D
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

What was the major impact of the 1857 Revolt on the British administration?

A
The British granted independence to India.
B
The British decided to annex more regions.
C
The British government took direct control over India.
D
The British instituted constitutional reforms.

Which historical figure is known for his 'Dandhi March'?

A
Mahatma Gandhi
B
Subhas Chandra Bose
C
Jawaharlal Nehru
D
Bal Gangadhar Tilak

Who was the last Governor-General of independent India?

A
C. Rajagopalachari
B
Lord Mountbatten
C
Jawaharlal Nehru
D
Viceroy Curzon

What was the significance of the Battle of Plassey?

A
It marked the beginning of British colonial rule in India.
B
It led to the independence of India.
C
It established Mughal dominance in India.
D
It was a major victory for the Marathas over the British.

Who was the first President of the Indian National Congress?

A
Womesh Chunder Bonnerjee
B
Dadabhai Naoroji
C
Lala Lajpat Rai
D
Bal Gangadhar Tilak

Who was the first Indian to join the Indian Civil Services?

A
Satyendranath Tagore
B
Lala Lajpat Rai
C
Subhas Chandra Bose
D
Jawaharlal Nehru

Who was the first Governor-General of independent India?

A
Lord Mountbatten
B
C. Rajagopalachari
C
Jawaharlal Nehru
D
Viceroy Hastings

In which year did India gain independence?

A
1947
B
1950
C
1942
D
1935