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CBSE Class 12 Social Change and Development in India

CBSE Class 12 Social Change and Development in India

Comprehensive mock test covering Modernization, Secularization, and Social Movements. Features social change, cultural transformation, and collective action.

2025-07-19
Pavan Pavan
CBSE Class 12 Social Science Grade 12

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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What is the primary impact of colonialism on India as discussed in the document?

A
Colonialism introduced modern ideas without cultural contradictions
B
Colonialism led to the development of India’s native industries
C
Colonialism led to structural and cultural changes
D
Colonialism had minimal impact on modern Indian society

What contradiction is highlighted in the colonial period regarding English in India?

A
English was only a language of the elites
B
English gave Indians an advantage in the global market but was a mark of privilege
C
English had no impact on the job market
D
English was only spoken by the British rulers

Which of the following is a key feature of industrialization as discussed in the document?

A
It led to a massive decline in population
B
It resulted in the growth of urban populations and factory work
C
It was primarily agricultural-based
D
It caused an immediate increase in rural populations

What was the impact of colonialism on India’s cities during industrialization?

A
Indian cities rapidly industrialized in a similar manner to British cities
B
Colonialism led to deindustrialization and the decline of old urban centers
C
Indian cities grew independently of British influence
D
Colonialism did not affect the urban landscape of India

How did colonial policies affect Indian agriculture, as mentioned in the document?

A
Colonial policies encouraged the diversification of crops
B
Colonial policies controlled the types of crops grown to benefit British industries
C
Colonial policies had no impact on agricultural practices
D
Colonial policies improved the agricultural output of India

What was a major contradiction in India during the colonial period?

A
Indians were exposed to western liberalism but lived under colonial rule
B
Indians accepted western rule without resistance
C
Indians rejected western culture completely
D
Western ideas were rejected in favor of traditional Indian culture

How did colonialism affect the English language in India?

A
English became a language only for the elite
B
It became a universal language across all social classes
C
English was not widely used in India
D
The language was imposed only on rural areas

Which British practice is still evident in India today?

A
Driving on the right side of the road
B
Using the metric system
C
Driving on the left side of the road
D
Using the imperial measurement system

Which of the following cities was significantly affected by British colonial policies?

A
Surat
B
Jaipur
C
Delhi
D
Lucknow

What type of industrialization was most prevalent in India under British rule?

A
Small-scale, localized industries
B
Large-scale mechanized industries
C
Agricultural-based industries
D
Foreign-owned small businesses

How did the rise of cities like Bombay, Madras, and Kolkata contribute to the colonial economy?

A
They facilitated the export of primary commodities and the import of manufactured goods
B
They focused primarily on domestic production and consumption
C
They were centers for the growth of India's native industries
D
They were isolated from international trade

What role did colonial cities play in global capitalism?

A
They were centers for manufacturing indigenous products
B
They served as links between the British economy and the Indian periphery
C
They were isolated from global trade networks
D
They focused on agriculture rather than industrial development

Which of the following is true about the development of cities in colonial India?

A
Colonial cities like Kolkata were developed to support the British colonial economy
B
Indian cities flourished independently of British influence
C
All colonial cities were centered around agricultural hubs
D
Cities developed primarily as centers for domestic trade

How did the colonial state influence the social structure of India?

A
It promoted social equality through democratic policies
B
It disrupted traditional social structures and created new hierarchies
C
It fostered traditional cultural practices
D
It led to the decline of the caste system

Which of the following is true about the tea industry in colonial India?

A
The tea industry was developed by the Indian government
B
The colonial government used coercion to recruit labor for tea plantations
C
The tea industry was centered in South India
D
Tea plantations were mainly worked by local Indian farmers

Which law was used to facilitate the recruitment of labor for tea plantations in Assam?

A
The Forest Act of 1863
B
The Transport of Native Labourers Act of 1863
C
The Indian Labor Act of 1865
D
The Plantation Worker’s Protection Act of 1870

What was one major social impact of industrialization in India?

A
The growth of a large working class employed in factories
B
The complete eradication of rural agricultural practices
C
An immediate improvement in the quality of life for rural populations
D
The establishment of a wealthy Indian middle class

Which city was a major center for the export of raw cotton during the colonial period?

A
Chennai
B
Bombay
C
Kolkata
D
Delhi

What was the effect of British policies on traditional Indian industries?

A
The policies promoted the growth of native Indian industries
B
The policies led to the decline of traditional Indian industries
C
The policies had no significant impact on Indian industries
D
The policies created a balance between Indian and British industries

Which of the following statements best describes urbanization in colonial India?

A
Urbanization was driven by local Indian efforts without colonial influence
B
Urbanization primarily occurred in rural areas
C
Urbanization was a byproduct of industrialization and colonial interests
D
Urbanization was discouraged by the British colonial authorities

How did urbanization in India during colonial rule affect rural populations?

A
Urbanization led to the total migration of rural populations to cities
B
Urbanization led to the concentration of wealth in rural areas
C
Urbanization caused a decline in the rural workforce
D
Urbanization had minimal impact on rural populations

What role did British colonial policies play in the development of India’s infrastructure?

A
The policies promoted the development of infrastructure to benefit the Indian economy
B
The policies focused solely on infrastructure for local Indian industries
C
The policies led to the creation of infrastructure primarily to benefit British colonial interests
D
The policies had no significant impact on India’s infrastructure

Which colonial city was developed primarily as a trading hub for British interests?

A
Delhi
B
Kolkata
C
Chennai
D
Mumbai

How did colonial rule affect the urban population in India?

A
Urbanization increased at a faster rate than rural populations
B
Urbanization did not occur during the colonial period
C
Urbanization was slower compared to other colonial regions
D
Urbanization had minimal effects on population distribution

What was the main impact of industrialization in India during British rule?

A
It led to the growth of Indian industries and self-sufficiency
B
It helped to integrate India’s rural areas with global trade networks
C
It resulted in a decrease in urbanization
D
It led to the growth of industries that were controlled by British interests

What role did migration play in colonial India?

A
Migration was limited to the urban areas
B
Migration increased due to the growth of urbanization and industrialization
C
Migration was restricted by colonial policies
D
Migration only occurred for agricultural purposes

What social class did industrialization create in India?

A
A working class employed in factories
B
An agrarian middle class
C
A highly wealthy elite class
D
An exclusively rural-based elite class

Which city became the heart of the British colonial economic system in India?

A
Mumbai
B
Delhi
C
Calcutta
D
Chennai

What was one of the key factors in shaping India’s urbanization during the colonial period?

A
The rise of industrial centers tied to British economic interests
B
The increased independence of Indian states
C
The decline of British economic interests in the region
D
The development of agricultural policies

How did the British impact India’s cultural development?

A
They promoted traditional Indian cultural values
B
They introduced western ideas that conflicted with local traditions
C
They isolated India from the rest of the world
D
They ignored Indian cultural development