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CBSE 12 History Question Paper-2022 Set-5

CBSE 12 History Question Paper-2022 Set-5

This mock test includes actual CBSE Class 12 History board exam questions from the year 2022 set-5, helping students understand exam trends and practice real paper format

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

Duration

20 min

Questions

19

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How was the life of Pahariya people in the Rajmahal hills intimately connected to the forests? Examine.

A
They were exclusively agriculturalists and had no connection to the forests.
B
Their lives revolved around the forests for shifting cultivation, firewood, charcoal, and various forest products.
C
The forests were a major source of revenue for the British administration.
D
They were nomadic herders who only passed through the forests.

Explain the Subsidiary Alliance prepared by Lord Wellesley in 1798.

A
A treaty that provided military assistance to Indian rulers in exchange for a fee.
B
A policy of annexing Indian states if their rulers died without a natural heir.
C
An agreement where the British would protect Indian rulers, who in turn had to disband their own army and accept a British force in their territory.
D
A policy of direct military confrontation with any ruler who opposed British rule.

Explain the provisions of the Gandhi-Irwin Pact. Why did the radical nationalists criticise it?

A
The pact led to the immediate independence of India, which nationalists found insufficient.
B
It agreed to the release of political prisoners, but the radical nationalists were disappointed as it did not include the commutation of Bhagat Singh's death sentence.
C
The pact was criticized for not addressing the issue of communal representation.
D
The pact gave the British more power, which led to widespread opposition.

Describe the role of Gandhiji as a social reformer and as a Political leader.

A
He focused exclusively on political matters, ignoring social issues.
B
As a political leader, he led the national movement, and as a social reformer, he worked on issues like untouchability and Hindu-Muslim unity.
C
His role was limited to advocating for economic reforms in rural areas.
D
He was a social reformer only, with no interest in politics.

"The paintings in the Mughal Chronicles possess special powers to communicate ideas about the power of king and kingdom." Give arguments to support the statement.

A
Mughal paintings were a form of entertainment with no political or social significance.
B
The paintings were used to create a political ideal by depicting the ruler as a divine and powerful figure, conveying the emperor's vision and unifying his diverse subjects.
C
The paintings were only meant to be a record of historical events and did not convey any ideas.
D
The paintings primarily depicted scenes of common life and ignored the king.

Describe the three lists on federalism prepared by the Drafting Committee in the Constituent Assembly.

A
The Union List, State List, and Concurrent List, which defined the distribution of legislative powers between the central and state governments.
B
The list of fundamental rights, fundamental duties, and directive principles.
C
The list of national holidays, public services, and educational institutions.
D
The list of provincial subjects, central subjects, and residual subjects.

Why did the Revolt of 1857 become a popular expression of resistance to British rule in Awadh as compared to any other place?

A
Awadh was the only region where British policies had a significant impact.
B
The annexation of Awadh and the subsequent loss of livelihoods for taluqdars, peasants, and soldiers created widespread resentment against the British.
C
Awadh was a strategically unimportant region for the British.
D
The people of Awadh were the only ones who wanted to restore the old rule.

Describe the circumstances that led to the initiation of Non-Cooperation Movement by Gandhiji. Explain the significance of this movement.

A
The movement was initiated to protest against economic depression and had no political significance.
B
It was launched in response to the Rowlatt Act and the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Its significance lay in its transformation of the national movement into a mass struggle.
C
The movement was a result of a negotiation with the British for more power.
D
The movement was launched to support the British government during World War I.

Explain the impact on the people of Awadh due to the removal of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah in 1856.

A
The removal of the Nawab was welcomed by the people as it brought economic prosperity.
B
It was a major cause of the 1857 Revolt as it dismantled the old social and economic order, leading to widespread dispossession and anger.
C
It had no significant impact as the Nawab was an unpopular ruler.
D
The British respected the traditional authority of the local rulers, so there was no impact.

Explain the significance of the Congress session held at Lahore in the end of 1929.

A
The session was insignificant and did not lead to any major decisions.
B
It was at this session that the demand for 'Purna Swaraj' (complete independence) was formally declared as the goal of the Indian National Congress.
C
The session resulted in a peaceful settlement with the British government.
D
The session led to the creation of a separate state for Muslims.

Read the source given below carefully and answer the questions that follow : 'We are not going just to copy' ... “We have a firm and sacred resolve to constitute India into an Independent Sovereign Republic. India is bound to be sovereign… to be independent and to be a republic… Some friends have asked me why have you not put the word 'democratic' here? It is, of course, open to anyone to say that the word 'republic' does not include democracy but I should like to say that the word 'democratic' is not here because we are living in a democracy…” (i) Which Resolution is being referred to in this source? (ii) In the source given below, what is the meaning of 'Sovereign Republic'? (iii) How is democracy explained in this source?

A
The source is referring to the 'Cripps Mission' of 1942.
B
The source is referring to the 'Objective Resolution' that defined the aims of the Constituent Assembly.
C
The source is referring to the 'Cabinet Mission' of 1946.
D
The source is referring to the 'Declaration of Independence' of 1930.

Read the source given below carefully and answer the questions that follow : Whenever His Majesty (Akbar) holds court (darbar) a large drum is beaten, the sounds of which are accompanied by Divine praise. In this manner, people of all classes receive notice. His Majesty's sons and grandchildren, the grandees of the Court, and all other men who have admittance, attend to make the kornish, and remain standing in their proper places. (i) How was the public notified about the holding of the court by Akbar? (ii) Describe the manners of the court as stated in the source. (iii) State the reason for the special arrangement of the court.

A
The public was notified by town criers and messengers.
B
The public was notified by beating a large drum accompanied by Divine praise.
C
The public was notified through a written proclamation displayed in the city.
D
The public was notified through royal edicts and decrees.

Give two arguments to support the statement, 'Women of the imperial household played a significant role in the Mughal empire.'

A
Mughal women were confined to their homes and had no role in administration.
B
Mughal women like Jahanara and Nur Jahan had significant political power, owned large estates, and patronized many buildings and projects.
C
Mughal women were only involved in cultural activities and had no political influence.
D
Mughal women were exclusively responsible for domestic duties and had no public life.

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.