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Syngman Rhee, Korea’s first elected president had to resign, after the April Revolution because:- a)Rhee got himself elected as president, in 1948 CE, through illegal means.
- b)Rhee extended his rule by illegally amending constitution.
- c)Koreans protested against a rigged election, which took place in 1960 CE.
- d)Koreans desired unification of North and South Korea, which Rhee was unwilling to accommodate.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Syngman Rhee, Korea’s first elected president had to resign, after the April Revolution because:
a)
Rhee got himself elected as president, in 1948 CE, through illegal means.
b)
Rhee extended his rule by illegally amending constitution.
c)
Koreans protested against a rigged election, which took place in 1960 CE.
d)
Koreans desired unification of North and South Korea, which Rhee was unwilling to accommodate.
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Gayatri Yadav answered |
South Korea’s first president, Syngman Rhee, had been democratically elected in 1948 CE. But, after the Korean War, he extended his rule, twice by passing illegal constitutional amendments. In April 1960 CE, Koreans protested against a rigged election during the April Revolution, ultimately forcing Rhee to resign.
The Western sciences such as astronomy and mathematics were introduced in China by- a)Biblical missionary
- b)Jehovah missionary
- c)Jesuit missionaries
- d)Prophet missionary
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
The Western sciences such as astronomy and mathematics were introduced in China by
a)
Biblical missionary
b)
Jehovah missionary
c)
Jesuit missionaries
d)
Prophet missionary
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Isha Kaur answered |
The first attempt by the Society of Jesuits to reach China was made in 1552 by St. Francis Xavier, a Spanish priest and missionary and a founding member of the Society.
Direction: Read the following extract carefully and answer ANY THREE of the following questions by choosing the correct option:Japan’s program of modernization was carried out in an environment dominated by Western Imperial powers. While it imitated them. It also attempted to find its own solution. Japanese nationalism was marked by these different compulsions while many Japanese hoped to liberate Asia from Western domination, for others these ideas justify building an Empire.It is important to note that the transformation of social and political institutions and daily life was not just a question of reviving traditions, or tenaciously preserving them, but rather of creatively using them in new and different ways. For instant the Meiji School system modelled on European and American practices introduce new subjects but the main objective was to make loyal citizens. A course on morals that stressed loyalty to the emperor was compulsory. Similarly changes in the family or in daily life show how foreign and indigenous ideas were brought together to create something new.Q. What was the main objective of the curriculum?- a)To make democratic policies
- b)To spread religion
- c)To make loyal citizens
- d)All of these
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Direction: Read the following extract carefully and answer ANY THREE of the following questions by choosing the correct option:
Japan’s program of modernization was carried out in an environment dominated by Western Imperial powers. While it imitated them. It also attempted to find its own solution. Japanese nationalism was marked by these different compulsions while many Japanese hoped to liberate Asia from Western domination, for others these ideas justify building an Empire.
It is important to note that the transformation of social and political institutions and daily life was not just a question of reviving traditions, or tenaciously preserving them, but rather of creatively using them in new and different ways. For instant the Meiji School system modelled on European and American practices introduce new subjects but the main objective was to make loyal citizens. A course on morals that stressed loyalty to the emperor was compulsory. Similarly changes in the family or in daily life show how foreign and indigenous ideas were brought together to create something new.
Q. What was the main objective of the curriculum?
a)
To make democratic policies
b)
To spread religion
c)
To make loyal citizens
d)
All of these
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Rajesh Gupta answered |
It is important to note that the transformation of social and political institutions and daily life was not just a question of reviving traditions, or tenaciously preserving them, but rather of creatively using them in new and different ways.
For instance, the Meiji school system, modelled on European and American practices, introduced new subjects but the curriculum's main objective was to make loyal citizens. A course on morals that stressed loyalty to the emperor was compulsory.
Similarly changes in the family or in daily life show how foreign and indigenous ideas were brought together to create something new.
Direction: Indicate which of the following options is NOT correct:- a)China is a small continental country that has the same climate throughout the year.
- b)Chinese food reflects this regional diversity with at least four distinct types.
- c)Japan lacks a tradition of animal rearing.
- d)In eastern China, both rice and wheat are eaten.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Direction: Indicate which of the following options is NOT correct:
a)
China is a small continental country that has the same climate throughout the year.
b)
Chinese food reflects this regional diversity with at least four distinct types.
c)
Japan lacks a tradition of animal rearing.
d)
In eastern China, both rice and wheat are eaten.
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Malavika Patel answered |
Explanation:
Introduction:
The question asks us to identify which option is not correct among the given statements about China and Japan. We will analyze each option to determine the correct answer.
Analysis of Options:
Option A:
China is a small continental country that has the same climate throughout the year.
- This statement is not correct. China is a vast country with diverse geographical features and climates. It experiences a wide range of climates, including tropical, subtropical, temperate, and arid regions. Therefore, option A is incorrect.
Option B:
Chinese food reflects this regional diversity with at least four distinct types.
- This statement is correct. Chinese cuisine is known for its regional diversity, and there are at least four distinct types of Chinese cuisine: Cantonese, Shandong, Sichuan, and Huaiyang. Each type has its own unique flavors, ingredients, and cooking techniques.
Option C:
Japan lacks a tradition of animal rearing.
- This statement is correct. Japan has limited land resources and a mountainous terrain, which makes animal rearing difficult. As a result, Japan has traditionally relied more on seafood and plant-based agriculture for its food supply.
Option D:
In eastern China, both rice and wheat are eaten.
- This statement is correct. Eastern China has a diverse culinary tradition and both rice and wheat are commonly consumed. Rice is a staple in southern China, while wheat products like noodles and dumplings are more prevalent in northern China. Eastern China encompasses both regions, so both rice and wheat are indeed eaten there.
Conclusion:
After analyzing each option, we can conclude that option A is the correct answer as it contains an incorrect statement about the climate of China.
Introduction:
The question asks us to identify which option is not correct among the given statements about China and Japan. We will analyze each option to determine the correct answer.
Analysis of Options:
Option A:
China is a small continental country that has the same climate throughout the year.
- This statement is not correct. China is a vast country with diverse geographical features and climates. It experiences a wide range of climates, including tropical, subtropical, temperate, and arid regions. Therefore, option A is incorrect.
Option B:
Chinese food reflects this regional diversity with at least four distinct types.
- This statement is correct. Chinese cuisine is known for its regional diversity, and there are at least four distinct types of Chinese cuisine: Cantonese, Shandong, Sichuan, and Huaiyang. Each type has its own unique flavors, ingredients, and cooking techniques.
Option C:
Japan lacks a tradition of animal rearing.
- This statement is correct. Japan has limited land resources and a mountainous terrain, which makes animal rearing difficult. As a result, Japan has traditionally relied more on seafood and plant-based agriculture for its food supply.
Option D:
In eastern China, both rice and wheat are eaten.
- This statement is correct. Eastern China has a diverse culinary tradition and both rice and wheat are commonly consumed. Rice is a staple in southern China, while wheat products like noodles and dumplings are more prevalent in northern China. Eastern China encompasses both regions, so both rice and wheat are indeed eaten there.
Conclusion:
After analyzing each option, we can conclude that option A is the correct answer as it contains an incorrect statement about the climate of China.
Japanese borrowed their written script from- a)China
- b)Russia
- c)Korea
- d)Taiwan
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Japanese borrowed their written script from
a)
China
b)
Russia
c)
Korea
d)
Taiwan
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Sparsh Malik answered |
Japanese had borrowed their written script from the Chinese in the sixth century. Japanese developed two phonetic alphabets – hiragana and katakana. Hiragana is considered feminine because it was used by many women writers in the Heian period. It was a a mixture of Chinese characters and phonetics.
Direction: Read the following extract carefully and answer ANY THREE of the following questions by choosing the correct option:Japan’s program of modernization was carried out in an environment dominated by Western Imperial powers. While it imitated them. It also attempted to find its own solution. Japanese nationalism was marked by these different compulsions while many Japanese hoped to liberate Asia from Western domination, for others these ideas justify building an Empire.It is important to note that the transformation of social and political institutions and daily life was not just a question of reviving traditions, or tenaciously preserving them, but rather of creatively using them in new and different ways. For instant the Meiji School system modelled on European and American practices introduce new subjects but the main objective was to make loyal citizens. A course on morals that stressed loyalty to the emperor was compulsory. Similarly changes in the family or in daily life show how foreign and indigenous ideas were brought together to create something new.Q. According to extract, Japan followed the path of modernization dominated by- a)Eastern Imperial powers
- b)Western Imperial powers
- c)Both ( a) and (b)
- d)None of these
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Direction: Read the following extract carefully and answer ANY THREE of the following questions by choosing the correct option:
Japan’s program of modernization was carried out in an environment dominated by Western Imperial powers. While it imitated them. It also attempted to find its own solution. Japanese nationalism was marked by these different compulsions while many Japanese hoped to liberate Asia from Western domination, for others these ideas justify building an Empire.
It is important to note that the transformation of social and political institutions and daily life was not just a question of reviving traditions, or tenaciously preserving them, but rather of creatively using them in new and different ways. For instant the Meiji School system modelled on European and American practices introduce new subjects but the main objective was to make loyal citizens. A course on morals that stressed loyalty to the emperor was compulsory. Similarly changes in the family or in daily life show how foreign and indigenous ideas were brought together to create something new.
Q. According to extract, Japan followed the path of modernization dominated by
a)
Eastern Imperial powers
b)
Western Imperial powers
c)
Both ( a) and (b)
d)
None of these
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Subhrojit Dutta answered |
The program of modernization adopted by Japan was carried out in an environment dominated by Western Imperial powers.
Explanation:A part of the Japanese population was just not keen on preserving and protecting practices and traditions but to liberate Asia from Western domination.They were able to accept, understand and grasp how important the transformation of social and political institutions and daily life was,for it was just not a question of reviving traditions or tenaciously preserving them but rather of creatively using them in new and different ways which would enable the creation and establishment of something new and unique.
For example,the main objective of having the Meji school being modelled by European and American practices was to instill a sense of loyalty amongst citizens for it would provide a course on morals that stressed that loyalty to the emperor was compulsory.
Explanation:A part of the Japanese population was just not keen on preserving and protecting practices and traditions but to liberate Asia from Western domination.They were able to accept, understand and grasp how important the transformation of social and political institutions and daily life was,for it was just not a question of reviving traditions or tenaciously preserving them but rather of creatively using them in new and different ways which would enable the creation and establishment of something new and unique.
For example,the main objective of having the Meji school being modelled by European and American practices was to instill a sense of loyalty amongst citizens for it would provide a course on morals that stressed that loyalty to the emperor was compulsory.
The Korean president, whose resignation was demanded by citizens, through candlelight protests, was:- a)Park Chung-hee
- b)Park Geun-hye
- c)Chun Doo-hwan
- d)Roh Tae-woo
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
The Korean president, whose resignation was demanded by citizens, through candlelight protests, was:
a)
Park Chung-hee
b)
Park Geun-hye
c)
Chun Doo-hwan
d)
Roh Tae-woo
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Isha Kaur answered |
In 2012 CE, Park Geun-hye, the daughter of Park Chung-hee, became South Korea’s first female president. During October 2016 CE, it was revealed that she let a friend secretly run state affairs. Consequent candlelight protests by Korean citizens led to her impeachment and removal from office in March 2017 CE.
After the Korean War, South Korea received economic assistance from:- a)U.S.A.
- b)U.N.O.
- c)China
- d)Japan
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
After the Korean War, South Korea received economic assistance from:
a)
U.S.A.
b)
U.N.O.
c)
China
d)
Japan
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Krish Sharma answered |
The Korean War (1950-53 CE) caused massive loss of life and property, and stalled free-market economic development and democratization. Prices rose due to inflation, due to increased national expenses and wartime issued currency. Industrial facilities constructed in the colonial age were totally destroyed. Consequently, South Korea relied hugely on American economic assistance.
The independence of Korea, after World War II, was ensured due to:- a)Japan’s defeat and surrender in World War II
- b)Continued efforts of freedom activists within and outside Korea
- c)Support of international leaders for Korea’s independence
- d)Temporary division of Korean peninsula
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
The independence of Korea, after World War II, was ensured due to:
a)
Japan’s defeat and surrender in World War II
b)
Continued efforts of freedom activists within and outside Korea
c)
Support of international leaders for Korea’s independence
d)
Temporary division of Korean peninsula
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Pallavi Sen answered |
Japanese rule in Korea ended in August 1945 CE with Japan’s defeat in the World War II. This was facilitated by continuous efforts of Korean independence activists, both within and outside Korea, which ensured Korean independence after 1945 CE.
Direction: Indicate which of the following options is NOT correct:- a)The People’s Republic of China government was established in 1949.
- b)The Red Guards, mainly students and the army, was used for a campaign against old culture, old customs and old habits.
- c)The Cultural Revolution was followed by a process of political manoeuvring.
- d)In June 1920, the Korean War broke out.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Direction: Indicate which of the following options is NOT correct:
a)
The People’s Republic of China government was established in 1949.
b)
The Red Guards, mainly students and the army, was used for a campaign against old culture, old customs and old habits.
c)
The Cultural Revolution was followed by a process of political manoeuvring.
d)
In June 1920, the Korean War broke out.
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Anjana Bose answered |
Explanation:
The Korean War:
The statement "In June 1920, the Korean War broke out" is incorrect. The Korean War actually began on June 25, 1950, not in 1920. The war was fought between North Korea, supported by China and the Soviet Union, and South Korea, supported by the United Nations, primarily the United States.
The Korean War was a significant event in the history of the Korean Peninsula and had major implications for the region and the world. It resulted in the division of Korea into North and South Korea, which continues to have repercussions to this day. The conflict also highlighted the tensions between the communist and capitalist blocs during the Cold War.
Therefore, option 'D' is the correct answer as it contains inaccurate information about the timing of the Korean War.
Mao Tse Tung advocated ways of solving social problems based on a survey conducted in 1930 in- a)Fuzhou
- b)Jiujiang
- c)Nanchang
- d)Xunwu
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Mao Tse Tung advocated ways of solving social problems based on a survey conducted in 1930 in
a)
Fuzhou
b)
Jiujiang
c)
Nanchang
d)
Xunwu
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Avi Kapoor answered |
In a survey in 1930 in Xunwu, Mao Zedong looked at everyday commodities such as salt and soya beans, at the relative strengths of local organizations, at petty traders and craftsmen, ironsmiths and prostitutes, and the strength of religious organizations to examine the different levels of exploitation.
Japanese rule in Korea, which lasted till 1945 CE, was not liked by Koreans because:- a)Koreans preferred being ruled by China, instead of Japan.
- b)Japan, a puppet of Western powers, ruled as per the latter’s desires.
- c)Japan wanted to suppress Korean culture and forcibly assimilate Koreans.
- d)Koreans wanted restoration of Joseon rule in Korea.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Japanese rule in Korea, which lasted till 1945 CE, was not liked by Koreans because:
a)
Koreans preferred being ruled by China, instead of Japan.
b)
Japan, a puppet of Western powers, ruled as per the latter’s desires.
c)
Japan wanted to suppress Korean culture and forcibly assimilate Koreans.
d)
Koreans wanted restoration of Joseon rule in Korea.
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Aditya Banerjee answered |
Imperial Japan annexed Korea in 1910 CE, ending Joseon rule in Korea after over five centuries. However, the Koreans opposed Japanese policy of suppressing Korean culture and forcing Japanese assimilation. Hence, Koreans desiring independence, opposed colonial rule all over the country.
An immediate result of the Commodore Matthew Perry's visit to Japan in 1853 was __________________.- a)an alliance between Japan and USA
- b)development of trade between Japan and the West
- c)a war between Japan and USA
- d)the increased isolation of Japan
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
An immediate result of the Commodore Matthew Perry's visit to Japan in 1853 was __________________.
a)
an alliance between Japan and USA
b)
development of trade between Japan and the West
c)
a war between Japan and USA
d)
the increased isolation of Japan
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Jyoti Yadav answered |
After Perry’s demonstration of American military prowess, Japan ceased to be isolated and began trading with the United States. Perry’s arrival had another important effect on Japanese politics. The emperor, who till then had had little political power, now re-emerged as an important figure.
Direction: For each part choose from the following:Assertion (A): The Guomindang despite its attempts to unite the country failed.Reason (R): It had a broad social base and unlimited political vision.- a)Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
- b)Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
- c)A is true but R is false.
- d)A is false but R is true.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Direction: For each part choose from the following:
Assertion (A): The Guomindang despite its attempts to unite the country failed.
Reason (R): It had a broad social base and unlimited political vision.
a)
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b)
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c)
A is true but R is false.
d)
A is false but R is true.
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Arun Yadav answered |
The Guomindang, despite its attempts to unite China, failed because of its narrow social base and limited political vision. Regulating capital and equalising land, a major plank in Sun Yat-sen’s programme, was never carried out because the party ignored the peasantry and rising social inequalities. Instead of addressing the people's problems, chose to impose military order on the people.
The third longest river in the world that flows in China is the- a)Pearl River
- b)Xi River
- c)Yangtse River (Chang Jiang)
- d)Yellow River (Huang He)
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
The third longest river in the world that flows in China is the
a)
Pearl River
b)
Xi River
c)
Yangtse River (Chang Jiang)
d)
Yellow River (Huang He)
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Arnav Basu answered |
Chang Jiang (Yangtse River), meaning "Long River", is the longest river in China and Asia and the third longest in the world. after the Amazon in South America and the Nile in Africa. Like Huang He, it is a cradle of civlisation in ancient China.
Direction: For each part choose from the following:Assertion (A): Japan was considered a rich nation.Reason (R): It imported luxury goods like silk from China and textiles from India.- a)Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
- b)Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
- c)A is true but R is false.
- d)A is false but R is true.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Direction: For each part choose from the following:
Assertion (A): Japan was considered a rich nation.
Reason (R): It imported luxury goods like silk from China and textiles from India.
a)
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b)
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c)
A is true but R is false.
d)
A is false but R is true.
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Arun Yadav answered |
The economic history of Japan is most studied for the spectacular social and economic growth in the 1800s after the Meiji Restoration.
Renaissance Europeans were quite admiring of Japan when they reached the country in the 16th century. Japan was considered a country immensely rich in precious metals, a view that owed its conception mainly to Marco Polo's accounts of gilded temples and palaces,[38] but also due to the relative abundance of surface ores characteristic of a volcanic country, before large-scale deep-mining became possible in Industrial times. Japan was to become a major exporter of copper and silver during the period.
Direction: Read the following extract carefully and answer ANY THREE of the following questions by choosing the correct option:Japan’s program of modernization was carried out in an environment dominated by Western Imperial powers. While it imitated them. It also attempted to find its own solution. Japanese nationalism was marked by these different compulsions while many Japanese hoped to liberate Asia from Western domination, for others these ideas justify building an Empire.It is important to note that the transformation of social and political institutions and daily life was not just a question of reviving traditions, or tenaciously preserving them, but rather of creatively using them in new and different ways. For instant the Meiji School system modelled on European and American practices introduce new subjects but the main objective was to make loyal citizens. A course on morals that stressed loyalty to the emperor was compulsory. Similarly changes in the family or in daily life show how foreign and indigenous ideas were brought together to create something new.Q. What was a compulsory course in Japan?- a)A course on morals
- b)A course on politics
- c)A course on social values
- d)A course on language
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Direction: Read the following extract carefully and answer ANY THREE of the following questions by choosing the correct option:
Japan’s program of modernization was carried out in an environment dominated by Western Imperial powers. While it imitated them. It also attempted to find its own solution. Japanese nationalism was marked by these different compulsions while many Japanese hoped to liberate Asia from Western domination, for others these ideas justify building an Empire.
It is important to note that the transformation of social and political institutions and daily life was not just a question of reviving traditions, or tenaciously preserving them, but rather of creatively using them in new and different ways. For instant the Meiji School system modelled on European and American practices introduce new subjects but the main objective was to make loyal citizens. A course on morals that stressed loyalty to the emperor was compulsory. Similarly changes in the family or in daily life show how foreign and indigenous ideas were brought together to create something new.
Q. What was a compulsory course in Japan?
a)
A course on morals
b)
A course on politics
c)
A course on social values
d)
A course on language
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Rajesh Gupta answered |
The order of Suspension of Courses in Morals, Japanese History and Geography” by the American-led General Headquarters, called GHQ, terminated Shushin, or morality instruction, in December 1945. “The Report of the United States Education Mission to Japan,” published in 1946, criticized morality education in Japan and suggested necessary reforms on education, but never denied moral education itself. “The General Course of Study” in 1951 showed the direction of moral education not as a teaching subject in school but as teaching by whole school education.
Direction: Indicate which of the following options is NOT correct:- a)In 1853, the USA sent CommodoreMatthew Perry (1794- 1858) to Japan to demand that the government sign a treaty that would permit trade and open diplomatic relations.
- b)To integrate the nation, the Meiji government restored the old administrative structure.
- c)An important part of the Meiji reforms was the modernising of the economy.
- d)Companies like Mitsubishi and Sumitomo were helped through subsidies and tax benefits.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Direction: Indicate which of the following options is NOT correct:
a)
In 1853, the USA sent CommodoreMatthew Perry (1794- 1858) to Japan to demand that the government sign a treaty that would permit trade and open diplomatic relations.
b)
To integrate the nation, the Meiji government restored the old administrative structure.
c)
An important part of the Meiji reforms was the modernising of the economy.
d)
Companies like Mitsubishi and Sumitomo were helped through subsidies and tax benefits.
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Rajesh Gupta answered |
The Meiji government made a new administrative structure by altering old villages and domain boundaries.
Direction: For each part choose from the following:Assertion (A): A major plank in Sun Yat-Sen's Programme – regulating capital and equalising land – was never carried out.Reason (R): The party ignored the peasantry and the rising social inequalities.- a)Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
- b)Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
- c)A is true but R is false.
- d)A is false but R is true.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Direction: For each part choose from the following:
Assertion (A): A major plank in Sun Yat-Sen's Programme – regulating capital and equalising land – was never carried out.
Reason (R): The party ignored the peasantry and the rising social inequalities.
a)
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b)
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c)
A is true but R is false.
d)
A is false but R is true.
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Charvi Sharma answered |
Assertion (A) and Reason (R) Explanation:
Assertion (A): A major plank in Sun Yat-Sen's Programme – regulating capital and equalizing land – was never carried out.
Reason (R): The party ignored the peasantry and the rising social inequalities.
Explanation:
- Sun Yat-Sen's Programme included the regulation of capital and equalizing land, aimed at addressing social inequalities and promoting the interests of the peasantry.
- However, despite this being a major aspect of the programme, it was never fully implemented by the party in power.
- The failure to regulate capital and equalize land contributed to the widening social inequalities and the neglect of the peasantry.
- The party's focus on other priorities and lack of effective policies led to the non-implementation of these crucial reforms.
Therefore, both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) correctly explains why the major plank in Sun Yat-Sen's Programme was never carried out.
Direction: Read the following extract carefully and answer ANY THREE of the following questions by choosing the correct option:Japan’s program of modernization was carried out in an environment dominated by Western Imperial powers. While it imitated them. It also attempted to find its own solution. Japanese nationalism was marked by these different compulsions while many Japanese hoped to liberate Asia from Western domination, for others these ideas justify building an Empire.It is important to note that the transformation of social and political institutions and daily life was not just a question of reviving traditions, or tenaciously preserving them, but rather of creatively using them in new and different ways. For instant the Meiji School system modelled on European and American practices introduce new subjects but the main objective was to make loyal citizens. A course on morals that stressed loyalty to the emperor was compulsory. Similarly changes in the family or in daily life show how foreign and indigenous ideas were brought together to create something new.Q. What do you think is important for the transformation of social and political institutions?- a)Reviving traditions
- b)Tenaciously preserving them
- c)Creatively use of traditions in new ways
- d)Both ( a) and (b)
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Direction: Read the following extract carefully and answer ANY THREE of the following questions by choosing the correct option:
Japan’s program of modernization was carried out in an environment dominated by Western Imperial powers. While it imitated them. It also attempted to find its own solution. Japanese nationalism was marked by these different compulsions while many Japanese hoped to liberate Asia from Western domination, for others these ideas justify building an Empire.
It is important to note that the transformation of social and political institutions and daily life was not just a question of reviving traditions, or tenaciously preserving them, but rather of creatively using them in new and different ways. For instant the Meiji School system modelled on European and American practices introduce new subjects but the main objective was to make loyal citizens. A course on morals that stressed loyalty to the emperor was compulsory. Similarly changes in the family or in daily life show how foreign and indigenous ideas were brought together to create something new.
Q. What do you think is important for the transformation of social and political institutions?
a)
Reviving traditions
b)
Tenaciously preserving them
c)
Creatively use of traditions in new ways
d)
Both ( a) and (b)
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Athul Ghosh answered |
Importance of Creatively Using Traditions in Transforming Social and Political Institutions
In the context of Japan's modernization, the transformation of social and political institutions was not simply about reviving or preserving traditions but rather creatively using them in new ways. This approach was crucial for several reasons:
Preservation of Cultural Identity
- Creatively using traditions allows societies to preserve their cultural identity while adapting to changing circumstances.
- It enables the incorporation of traditional values and practices into modern institutions, ensuring continuity with the past.
Adaptation to New Realities
- In a rapidly changing world dominated by Western powers, creatively using traditions helps societies adapt to new political, social, and economic realities.
- By blending traditional and modern elements, countries like Japan were able to navigate the challenges of modernization while maintaining their unique identity.
Promotion of Social Cohesion
- Creatively using traditions can foster social cohesion by providing a sense of continuity and shared heritage among the population.
- It helps bridge the gap between the old and the new, ensuring that societal changes are accepted and embraced by the people.
Development of Innovative Solutions
- By creatively using traditions, societies can develop innovative solutions to complex problems that draw on the strengths of both the past and the present.
- This approach encourages thinking outside the box and finding creative ways to address modern challenges while drawing on the wisdom of tradition.
In summary, creatively using traditions in transforming social and political institutions is essential for preserving cultural identity, adapting to new realities, promoting social cohesion, and developing innovative solutions to contemporary problems. It allows societies to build on their past while embracing the opportunities and challenges of the future.
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