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CBSE 12 History Question Paper-2022 Set-4

CBSE 12 History Question Paper-2022 Set-4

2025-08-14
Pavan Pavan
Class 12 Grade 12 2022 History CBSE

Duration

20 min

Questions

19

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Describe the role of B.R. Ambedkar in highlighting the approach of 'strong and united Centre' in the Constituent Assembly.

A
He advocated for a weak central government with strong states.
B
He opposed the idea of a unified centre, believing it would lead to authoritarianism.
C
He strongly advocated for a strong and united centre to prevent communalism and ensure national progress.
D
He was a proponent of a purely federal structure with no central authority.

Explain why the Britishers were interested in acquiring the region of Awadh under their control.

A
Awadh was a strategically unimportant region with no economic value.
B
Awadh's land was suitable for commercial crops, and it was a major market for British goods, making it economically attractive.
C
The British wanted to protect the Nawab of Awadh from his enemies.
D
Awadh was a hub of anti-British sentiment and the British wanted to crush the rebellion there.

Analyse the reasons for regular failure in paying revenue by the zamindars in the Permanent Settlement.

A
The zamindars were deliberately defaulting to protest British rule.
B
The initial revenue demand was very high, the 'Sunset Law' was in effect, and the authority of the zamindars was limited by the British.
C
The zamindars lacked the legal authority to collect revenue from peasants.
D
The peasants were too rich and refused to pay taxes.

Describe the views of Gandhiji on the question of National Language.

A
Gandhiji believed that English should remain the national language for international communication.
B
He advocated for Hindustani as the national language, as it was a blend of Hindi and Urdu and was widely understood by people from different regions.
C
He proposed a national language based entirely on Sanskrit.
D
He believed that each state should have its own national language.

Describe the aspirations of the nineteenth century social reformers expressed in the Constituent Assembly.

A
The social reformers expressed a desire for a return to traditional practices and social hierarchies.
B
They aspired to create a modern, democratic, and secular nation that would address social inequalities and uplift marginalized sections of society.
C
Their aspirations were limited to economic reforms and did not include social issues.
D
They believed in maintaining the British legal and social system.

“British officials had certain considerations in their minds when they introduced the Permanent Settlement in Bengal in 1793.” Analyse the statement.

A
The British wanted to create a loyal class of zamindars who would act as an intermediary between the state and the peasantry, and a stable source of revenue.
B
The British introduced the Permanent Settlement to eliminate the zamindars and deal directly with the peasants.
C
The British wanted to promote agricultural innovation and improve the lives of the peasants.
D
The British wanted to reduce their military expenses by involving zamindars in law enforcement.

Explain the role of 'Lal-Bal-Pal' in the protest against colonial rule.

A
They were part of the 'Moderate' faction of the Indian National Congress who advocated for peaceful reforms.
B
They were a group of revolutionaries who believed in armed struggle against the British.
C
They were the 'Extremist' leaders who advocated for a more assertive approach and complete Swaraj (self-rule).
D
They were leaders who worked exclusively with the British to implement their policies.

Why did historian Chandran Devanesen comment that 'South Africa was where Gandhiji was made into a Mahatma'?

A
Because he developed his first political ideas in India, which he later applied in South Africa.
B
Because he learned the principles of passive resistance and non-violent protest in South Africa, which he later used in India.
C
Because he became a lawyer and gained fame in South Africa before returning to India.
D
Because he was given the title of 'Mahatma' by the British in South Africa.

Examine the importance of the 'rebel proclamations, official accounts and pictorial expressions' as major sources to understand the revolt of 1857.

A
They are a series of myths and legends with no historical value.
B
They provide a one-sided perspective from the British administration, with no rebel viewpoint.
C
They offer diverse perspectives, including rebel aims, official British records, and visual interpretations of the events.
D
They are only useful for understanding the military strategies of the British.

Elucidate the statement: "Rebel leaders of 1857 wanted to re-establish the pre-British world of the eighteenth century."

A
Rebel leaders were only interested in restoring the Mughal Empire.
B
They wanted to restore the old social order, including the rights of zamindars and the authority of local rulers, and reject British-imposed changes.
C
They were fighting for a modern, independent nation with a democratic government.
D
They were in favor of British policies but wanted to replace the British with Indian rulers.

How did the proclamations issued in 1857 appeal to all sections to unite against the British rule?

A
The proclamations only targeted Muslim rulers and religious leaders.
B
They called for a return to a specific religious rule and excluded other communities.
C
They appealed to both Hindus and Muslims, invoking the pre-British era of coexistence and calling for unity in the name of both religions.
D
They focused on social reforms and ignored the political aspects of the struggle.

Explain the role of the 'moderate leaders' of the Indian National Congress in the protest against colonial rule.

A
The moderates advocated for complete independence through violent means.
B
They believed in a gradual and constitutional approach, using petitions and public meetings to pressure the British for reforms.
C
They had no significant role in the Indian freedom struggle.
D
They supported the British government and their policies.

Examine the significance of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre as a turning point in the Indian national movement.

A
It was a minor incident that had no impact on the national movement.
B
It was the first time the British used force to suppress a protest.
C
It galvanized the Indian population against British rule and led to the launch of the Non-Cooperation Movement.
D
It led to a complete cessation of all political activities in India.

Examine the role played by Gandhiji in the national movement from 1917 to 1922.

A
He focused only on social and economic reforms and avoided political issues.
B
He launched major mass movements like the Champaran Satyagraha, Kheda Satyagraha, and the Non-Cooperation Movement, transforming the struggle into a mass movement.
C
He worked as a British collaborator and assisted them in their administration.
D
He advocated for violent methods to achieve independence.

How did the British react to the Revolt of 1857?

A
They immediately granted India independence.
B
They were taken by surprise but quickly suppressed the rebellion with brutal force, leading to the transfer of power from the East India Company to the British Crown.
C
They negotiated a peaceful settlement with the rebels.
D
They implemented a policy of complete non-interference in Indian affairs.

Analyse the causes and outcomes of the revolt of 1857.

A
The revolt was caused by a single event and resulted in the end of British rule in India.
B
The revolt was caused by a combination of political, economic, and social factors, and its main outcome was the end of the East India Company's rule and the beginning of the British Raj.
C
The revolt was a peasant uprising that had no political or social consequences.
D
The revolt was a failure and had no lasting impact on the Indian national movement.

Analyse the circumstances under which the Non-Cooperation Movement was launched.

A
The movement was launched to support the British in World War I.
B
It was launched in response to the Jallianwala Bagh massacre and the Rowlatt Act, which led to a widespread demand for Swaraj.
C
The movement was launched to protest against the lack of economic opportunities.
D
It was launched to demand a separate state for a particular community.

Why was the 'Objective Resolution' introduced in the Constituent Assembly considered as a 'Momentous Resolution'? Explain.

A
It was considered a momentous resolution because it established a monarchy for India.
B
It was a momentous resolution because it defined the aims and objectives of the Constituent Assembly, shaping the future constitution of India.
C
It was a momentous resolution because it declared India's dependence on Great Britain.
D
It was a momentous resolution because it led to the immediate partition of India.

How were the policies of the British different from the policies of the previous rulers of India?

A
The British policies were similar to the previous rulers in their focus on social reforms.
B
The British policies were primarily aimed at exploiting India for the benefit of Britain, unlike the previous rulers who focused on local welfare and integration.
C
The British policies were aimed at promoting local crafts and industries.
D
The British policies were more lenient and did not involve any form of exploitation.