CBSE Class 12 Themes in Indian History-III - Practice Test
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CBSE Class 12 Themes in Indian History-III

CBSE Class 12 Themes in Indian History-III - Practice Test

Detailed mock test on Partition, Constitution Making, and Political Developments. Features modern Indian history, political processes, and nation-building.

2025-07-19
Pavan Pavan
CBSE Class 12 History Grade 12

Duration

30 min

Questions

30

Marking

Negative

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What was the primary reason behind the introduction of the Permanent Settlement in Bengal?

A
To ensure a fixed and predictable revenue stream for the British East India Company.
B
To increase agricultural production and trade.
C
To facilitate the relocation of peasants to urban areas.
D
To reduce the power of the zamindars.

What was a common strategy employed by zamindars to retain control of their estates during the Permanent Settlement?

A
They regularly paid the revenue on time.
B
They sold off their land to outsiders.
C
They manipulated auctions by purchasing land back at low prices.
D
They sold the rights to collect revenue to moneylenders.

Which group of people was known for resisting the intrusion of outsiders into their lands in the Rajmahal hills?

A
Santhals
B
Paharias
C
Jotedars
D
Zamindars

What was the main reason behind the rebellion of the Santhals in 1855-56?

A
Opposition to the British invasion of their territory.
B
Resistance to the increasing land revenue demands and control by moneylenders.
C
Rejection of the Permanent Settlement system.
D
Fight for the abolition of slavery.

What was a major factor in the anger of the Deccan ryots against moneylenders in 1875?

A
The introduction of new land revenue settlements.
B
The increase in interest rates on loans and the violation of customary norms.
C
The enforcement of a new tax policy on agricultural produce.
D
The land reforms imposed by the British.

What system was introduced in the Bombay Deccan after the Permanent Settlement?

A
The ryotwari system.
B
The Zamindari system.
C
The sharecropping system.
D
The tax farming system.

What was the primary goal of the British during the Cotton Boom in India?

A
To increase the production of raw cotton for British factories.
B
To introduce new agricultural practices to increase crop yield.
C
To impose strict revenue collection policies.
D
To control the supply of cotton for local markets.

How did the Santhals contribute to the colonial agricultural economy?

A
By engaging in shifting cultivation and resisting settled agriculture.
B
By reclaiming land and cultivating it for cash crops.
C
By focusing on animal husbandry and forest products.
D
By serving as laborers for British plantations.

Which of the following was the primary resistance strategy of the Paharias against the British?

A
They migrated to new territories to avoid colonial rule.
B
They engaged in regular raids against settled agricultural communities.
C
They sought to cooperate with the British for land reform.
D
They established alliances with other tribal groups.

What role did the zamindars play after the Permanent Settlement in Bengal?

A
They became the primary tax collectors for the British government.
B
They provided military support to the British.
C
They became loyal allies of the British in the struggle against other European powers.
D
They were responsible for the development of local infrastructure.

Which of the following was a consequence of the British pacification campaigns in the Rajmahal hills?

A
The Paharias accepted British control and became settled farmers.
B
The Paharias revolted and were eventually defeated.
C
The Paharias withdrew further into the hills and resisted outside interference.
D
The Paharias migrated to other regions.

What was the result of the 1875 peasant revolt in the Deccan?

A
The British enacted new land reforms to benefit peasants.
B
The British increased the revenue demands and suppressed the revolt.
C
The British negotiated with the moneylenders and reduced interest rates.
D
The revolt led to the establishment of a new agrarian economy.

What was the role of the jotedars in rural Bengal?

A
They were wealthy peasants who consolidated power and resisted zamindar authority.
B
They were landless laborers who worked for zamindars.
C
They were British-appointed officials who collected taxes.
D
They were involved in military campaigns against the British.

Which was a primary source used in the Fifth Report to document rural conditions under colonial rule?

A
Reports from local British officials and revenue collectors.
B
Interviews with local peasants and traders.
C
A compilation of peasant songs and folklore.
D
Records of colonial military actions.

What was the significance of the Fifth Report in shaping British views on colonial rule in India?

A
It presented a balanced view, highlighting both the successes and failures of British rule.
B
It was largely critical of the British administration and pushed for reforms.
C
It was a report designed to justify the British monopoly on trade.
D
It downplayed the significance of peasant unrest in the colonies.

Who were the primary beneficiaries of the revenue generated under the Permanent Settlement?

A
The British East India Company and zamindars.
B
The peasants and local farmers.
C
The tribal populations of Bengal.
D
Indian merchants and traders.

What was one of the major challenges faced by zamindars under the Permanent Settlement system?

A
The unpredictable nature of revenue demand due to fluctuating agricultural prices.
B
The loss of control over their land due to colonial taxation policies.
C
The demand for increased agricultural output despite limited resources.
D
The inability to enforce land ownership laws effectively.

Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the British policy of pacification towards the Paharias?

A
The Paharias accepted British rule and abandoned their nomadic lifestyle.
B
The Paharias resented the pacification attempts and retreated further into the hills.
C
The Paharias were forced to give up their traditional agricultural practices.
D
Some Paharia chiefs were co-opted by the British as local leaders.

What was the main impact of the American Civil War on cotton production in India?

A
It led to a dramatic decrease in cotton production due to reduced demand.
B
It increased the demand for Indian cotton, leading to a cotton boom.
C
It caused a drop in cotton exports to Britain.
D
It led to the closure of British cotton mills due to supply chain issues.

Which of the following practices were introduced by the British during the cotton boom in the Deccan?

A
Moneylenders were encouraged to extend credit to farmers for cotton cultivation.
B
The British provided subsidies to cotton farmers.
C
Farmers were forced to grow cotton on all available land.
D
Cotton production was solely controlled by the British government.

How did the cotton boom affect the financial situation of Deccan ryots?

A
The ryots benefited from high cotton prices and improved their financial stability.
B
The ryots faced severe debt due to high-interest loans taken for cotton cultivation.
C
The ryots switched to non-cotton crops to avoid debt.
D
The ryots did not participate in cotton cultivation due to government restrictions.

Which of the following was a direct consequence of the Deccan riots?

A
The British government implemented new reforms to aid the ryots.
B
The colonial authorities cracked down on moneylenders and reduced their power.
C
The ryots were granted land ownership rights.
D
The government passed laws to regulate moneylending practices.

What role did the moneylenders play in the Deccan peasant revolts?

A
They provided support to the ryots by offering low-interest loans.
B
They were seen as exploiters by the ryots due to their high-interest rates and deceptive practices.
C
They acted as mediators between the British and the peasants.
D
They were forced by the British to reduce their interest rates.

What was the result of the revolt in the Deccan in 1875?

A
The British government abolished the ryotwari system.
B
The British government increased the revenue demand and suppressed the revolt.
C
The Deccan peasants were granted tax relief and debt cancellation.
D
The British government acknowledged the peasants' demands and reduced land revenue.

What led to the increasing debt levels among the Deccan ryots?

A
High-interest loans taken for cotton cultivation and land revenue demands.
B
Government grants for agricultural development.
C
The introduction of free-market practices.
D
The cessation of trade in cotton.

What was one of the strategies used by British officials to deal with the Deccan peasant revolt?

A
They sent in the army and established military control over the villages.
B
They negotiated directly with the ryots and granted them tax relief.
C
They disbanded the moneylender system.
D
They set up a commission to investigate the causes of the unrest.

What was the attitude of the Deccan Riots Commission towards the role of the British government in the unrest?

A
The commission blamed the British government for its oppressive revenue policies.
B
The commission downplayed the impact of government revenue policies on the unrest.
C
The commission argued that the British government's policies were justified and effective.
D
The commission focused solely on the role of moneylenders in the revolt.

What was the primary reason for the expansion of cultivation in the Bombay Deccan?

A
The British government's incentives for cotton cultivation.
B
The arrival of large numbers of agricultural laborers.
C
The introduction of modern farming techniques.
D
The need to supply raw materials for the booming cotton industry.

What led to the collapse of the cotton boom in India?

A
The end of the American Civil War and the revival of cotton production in America.
B
The decline in global demand for cotton.
C
A shift in British manufacturing to other materials.
D
A series of natural disasters that affected cotton production.

What was one of the consequences of the Deccan riots for British policies in India?

A
The British began to give more control to local Indian rulers.
B
The British government implemented stricter laws against peasants and moneylenders.
C
The British government introduced reforms to alleviate the plight of the ryots.
D
The British increased military presence and repressed future revolts.