PPSC GK PYQ

46. In 1800, Lord Wellesley established the college of Fort Williams for the education of young recruits of the Civil Service at




Answer & Solution
Answer:

Calcutta

Solution:

In 1800, Lord Wellesley established the College of Fort William in Calcutta (now Kolkata). The college was set up to provide education and training to young British recruits of the East India Company's civil service, focusing on Indian languages, culture, and governance to prepare them for administrative duties.

47. What is true about the 'Objective resolution' introduced by Jawaharlal Nehru on 13th Dec. 1946 ?
I- It defined ideals on the basis of which constitution of Independent India was to be framed
II- It proclaimed India to be an “Independent Sovereign Republic”.
III- It guaranteed its citizens justice, equality and freedom.
IV- It provided adequate safeguards to backward classes, tribes, minorities & depressed classes.


Select the correct option:




Answer & Solution
Answer:

I, II, III & IV

Solution:

The Objective Resolution, introduced by Jawaharlal Nehru on 13th December 1946, laid the foundation for the principles of the Indian Constitution. It included:

  1. Defining the ideals on which the Constitution was to be framed (I).
  2. Proclaiming India as an "Independent Sovereign Republic" (II).
  3. Guaranteeing justice, equality, and freedom to its citizens (III).
  4. Providing adequate safeguards to backward classes, tribes, minorities, and depressed classes (IV).

This resolution was unanimously adopted and later became the Preamble to the Indian Constitution.

48. In late 1830's to meet the threat from Russia the English East India Company took which of the following steps?

I- A prolonged war with Afghanistan was initiated.

II- Relations with Maharaja Ranjit Singh of Punjab were improved.

III- Sind and Multan were annexed to the company.

 

Select the correct answer:




Answer & Solution
Answer:

I & II

Solution:

In the late 1830s, the English East India Company took strategic measures to counter the perceived threat from Russia, which was expanding its influence in Central Asia.

  1. A prolonged war with Afghanistan was initiated: The First Anglo-Afghan War (1839-1842) was fought to establish a buffer state and prevent Russian influence in Afghanistan.
  2. Relations with Maharaja Ranjit Singh of Punjab were improved: The British sought to maintain a friendly alliance with Maharaja Ranjit Singh, who ruled Punjab, as a strategic partner against potential threats from Afghanistan or Russia.
  3. Sind and Multan were annexed later (not in the 1830s): These regions were annexed after the death of Ranjit Singh in the mid-1840s, so this step does not fall into the late 1830s timeline.

Thus, I & II are correct, but III does not apply to the late 1830s.

49. Queen Rudrama Devi belonged to which dynasty:




Answer & Solution
Answer:

Kakatiyas

Solution:

Queen Rudrama Devi was one of the most prominent rulers of the Kakatiya dynasty, which ruled parts of present-day Telangana in southern India. She reigned during the 13th century and was known for her administrative skills, military prowess, and efforts to strengthen the kingdom.

50. In the following pairings of Bhakti saints and the states to which they belonged, the one which is not properly matched is




Answer & Solution
Answer:

Tukaram : Bengal

Solution:

Tukaram was a prominent Bhakti saint and poet from Maharashtra, not Bengal. He is well-known for his devotional compositions in Marathi, which were dedicated to Lord Vitthala (a form of Krishna).