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- Question 1 of 7
1. Question
1 pointsCategory: HistoryThe Poona Pact of 1932 was the agreement between Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. BR Ambedkar. Consider the following statements about Poona Pact:
1. Certain percentage of the seats allotted to the general Non-Muslim electorate would be reserved for the depressed classes.
2. The depressed classes agreed to adhere to the principle of Joint Electorate.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?Correct
Neither of the statements is incorrect.
Major points of Poona Pact:
148 seats were to be allotted to the depressed classes in the provincial legislatures. This was more than double from the 71 seats as promised in the Communal Award.
Certain percentage of the seats allotted to the general Non-Muslim electorate would be reserved for the depressed classes.
Congress agreed that adequate representation would be given to the depressed classes in the civil services.
The depressed classes agreed to adhere to the principle of Joint Electorate.
Joint Electorate:
The election to the seats (as mentioned above) was to be by joint electorates. This means that all the members of the depressed classes registered in the general electoral roll in a constituency would form an electoral college which would elect a panel of four candidates belonging to the depressed classes of the reserved seats by the method of the single vote.
The four members getting the highest number of votes in such primary election would be candidates for each such reserved seats by the general electorate.Incorrect
Neither of the statements is incorrect.
Major points of Poona Pact:
148 seats were to be allotted to the depressed classes in the provincial legislatures. This was more than double from the 71 seats as promised in the Communal Award.
Certain percentage of the seats allotted to the general Non-Muslim electorate would be reserved for the depressed classes.
Congress agreed that adequate representation would be given to the depressed classes in the civil services.
The depressed classes agreed to adhere to the principle of Joint Electorate.
Joint Electorate:
The election to the seats (as mentioned above) was to be by joint electorates. This means that all the members of the depressed classes registered in the general electoral roll in a constituency would form an electoral college which would elect a panel of four candidates belonging to the depressed classes of the reserved seats by the method of the single vote.
The four members getting the highest number of votes in such primary election would be candidates for each such reserved seats by the general electorate. - Question 2 of 7
2. Question
1 pointsCategory: HistoryThe term “Wahat-al-Wujud” advocated by Suffism signifies:
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There are two types of sufism: one is based on the metaphysics of Wahdatul Wajood; while the other is derived from the philosophy of Wahdatul Shahood. These two types are diametrically opposed to each other so far as their socioand cultural implications are concerned.
The first type, which is usually referred to as wajoodi Sufism, teaches tolerance, moderation, peaceful coexistence and humanistic values. This is because its metaphysics implies that there is a unity and oneness in all that exists. The differences, disagreements and divisions among human beings, ideas and all that exists are illusory. They come into being only when we look at things and matters in a limited and biased perspective and fail to see their true reality.
The metaphysics of Wahdatul Shahood, on the other hand, insists on differences and accords primacy to them.Incorrect
There are two types of sufism: one is based on the metaphysics of Wahdatul Wajood; while the other is derived from the philosophy of Wahdatul Shahood. These two types are diametrically opposed to each other so far as their socioand cultural implications are concerned.
The first type, which is usually referred to as wajoodi Sufism, teaches tolerance, moderation, peaceful coexistence and humanistic values. This is because its metaphysics implies that there is a unity and oneness in all that exists. The differences, disagreements and divisions among human beings, ideas and all that exists are illusory. They come into being only when we look at things and matters in a limited and biased perspective and fail to see their true reality.
The metaphysics of Wahdatul Shahood, on the other hand, insists on differences and accords primacy to them. - Question 3 of 7
3. Question
1 pointsCategory: HistoryWith reference to Cheiraoba festival, consider the following statements
1. It is celebrated all across the State of Manipur
2. The unique ritual attached to the festival is that most people climb on the nearest hill as they believe it will help them reach greater heights in their life
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?Correct
Both the statement is correct.
Important learning about Cheiraoba:
Cheiraoba also called Sajibu Cheiraoba is an annual and religious festival which is held in April.
The Meitei tribes are particular about celebrating this festival. They worship the deity called ‘Sidaba Mapu’.
They believe this festival is auspicious because this is held at the joining of two years. So, it is their duty to pay respect to the deity for good fortune
This is a major and sacred festival for the people of Manipur. The residents clean up their households and adorn them. It is the time when they visit friends and relatives and exchange gifts.
On this day, the locals climb adjacent hill tops since they believe the act symbolizes rise of human civilization and help them in reaching the great heights in their life.Incorrect
Both the statement is correct.
Important learning about Cheiraoba:
Cheiraoba also called Sajibu Cheiraoba is an annual and religious festival which is held in April.
The Meitei tribes are particular about celebrating this festival. They worship the deity called ‘Sidaba Mapu’.
They believe this festival is auspicious because this is held at the joining of two years. So, it is their duty to pay respect to the deity for good fortune
This is a major and sacred festival for the people of Manipur. The residents clean up their households and adorn them. It is the time when they visit friends and relatives and exchange gifts.
On this day, the locals climb adjacent hill tops since they believe the act symbolizes rise of human civilization and help them in reaching the great heights in their life. - Question 4 of 7
4. Question
1 pointsCategory: HistoryWhich of the following statements about “kaivalya” is/are correct?
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Kaivalya is a state of solitude, aloneness, isolation and detachment. The word is derived from the Sanskrit kevala, meaning “alone” or “isolated.” It is a separation of purusha (Self or Soul) from prakriti (primal matter). The state of kaivalya is the main goal of Raja yoga. It is a detachment and independence from relationships, egoism, attraction, aversion and the cycle of birth and death. One can achieve this state by performing austerities, yoga practice and discipline. One who achieves this state is called a Kevalin.
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Kaivalya is a state of solitude, aloneness, isolation and detachment. The word is derived from the Sanskrit kevala, meaning “alone” or “isolated.” It is a separation of purusha (Self or Soul) from prakriti (primal matter). The state of kaivalya is the main goal of Raja yoga. It is a detachment and independence from relationships, egoism, attraction, aversion and the cycle of birth and death. One can achieve this state by performing austerities, yoga practice and discipline. One who achieves this state is called a Kevalin.
- Question 5 of 7
5. Question
1 pointsCategory: HistoryConsider the following statements about Bundi School of painting:
- The Bundi School of Painting is a Rajasthani style of Indian miniature painting.
- The School is characterized by a fondness for lush green vegetation and dramatic night skies.
- The school is highly secular in nature and avoids depiction of religious themes.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Correct
Statement 1 and 2 is correct
- Bundi School of Painting is a Rajasthani style of Indian miniature painting that lasted from 17 the century towards the end of 19th century.
- The Bundi School is characterized by a fondness for lush green vegetation, dramatic night skies and a distinctive way of depicting water with light swirls.
- It basically existed in the princely state of Bundi and the neighbouring principality of Kotah. Statement
Statement 3 is incorrect
- The Bundi Paintings emphasized on hunting, court scenes, procession, life of nobles, lovers, animals, birds and scenes from Lord Krishna’s life.
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Statement 1 and 2 is correct
- Bundi School of Painting is a Rajasthani style of Indian miniature painting that lasted from 17 the century towards the end of 19th century.
- The Bundi School is characterized by a fondness for lush green vegetation, dramatic night skies and a distinctive way of depicting water with light swirls.
- It basically existed in the princely state of Bundi and the neighbouring principality of Kotah. Statement
Statement 3 is incorrect
- The Bundi Paintings emphasized on hunting, court scenes, procession, life of nobles, lovers, animals, birds and scenes from Lord Krishna’s life.
- Question 6 of 7
6. Question
1 pointsCategory: HistoryWhich of the following are the salient features of Gandhi-Irwin Pact?
- The Congress would participate in the Round Table Conference.
- Civil disobedience movement will be called off.
- Military expenditure on foreign lands would not be financed from Indian exchequer.
- The Government would withdraw all prosecutions relating to offenses other than violent one.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Correct
The following are the major features of Gandhi-Irwin Pact:
- The Congress would participate in the Round Table Conference.
- The Congress would discontinue the Civil Disobedience Movement.
- The Government would withdraw all ordinances issued to curb the Congress.
- The Government would withdraw all prosecutions relating to offenses other than violent one.
- The Government would release all persons undergoing sentences of imprisonment for their activities in the civil disobedience movement.
- Manufacture of salt by Indians will be allowed.
- The pact was criticised by radical nationalists, for Gandhiji was unable to obtain from the Viceroy a commitment to political independence for Indians; he could obtain merely an assurance of talks towards that possible end.
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The following are the major features of Gandhi-Irwin Pact:
- The Congress would participate in the Round Table Conference.
- The Congress would discontinue the Civil Disobedience Movement.
- The Government would withdraw all ordinances issued to curb the Congress.
- The Government would withdraw all prosecutions relating to offenses other than violent one.
- The Government would release all persons undergoing sentences of imprisonment for their activities in the civil disobedience movement.
- Manufacture of salt by Indians will be allowed.
- The pact was criticised by radical nationalists, for Gandhiji was unable to obtain from the Viceroy a commitment to political independence for Indians; he could obtain merely an assurance of talks towards that possible end.
- Question 7 of 7
7. Question
1 pointsCategory: HistoryWhich of the following pair(s) is/are incorrectly matched?
Correct
A is not correctly matched because Amir-i-Behr was controller of boats and not incharge of district administration.
Important learning:
- Qazi-ul-Quzat was the supreme authority in justice. Since it was difficult for the emperor to do-away with justice in all the cases, he appointed Qazi-ul-Quzat to do the justice in accordance with Muslim Law.
- Diwan-i-Amir-Kohi is the department of agriculture started by Muhammed Tughlaq
- Mir Bakshi was the head of the military , appointed from among the leading nobles of the court. The Mir Bakshi was in charge of intelligence gathering, and also made recommendations to the emperor for military appointments and promotions
Incorrect
A is not correctly matched because Amir-i-Behr was controller of boats and not incharge of district administration.
Important learning:
- Qazi-ul-Quzat was the supreme authority in justice. Since it was difficult for the emperor to do-away with justice in all the cases, he appointed Qazi-ul-Quzat to do the justice in accordance with Muslim Law.
- Diwan-i-Amir-Kohi is the department of agriculture started by Muhammed Tughlaq
- Mir Bakshi was the head of the military , appointed from among the leading nobles of the court. The Mir Bakshi was in charge of intelligence gathering, and also made recommendations to the emperor for military appointments and promotions