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Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 1

The First Anglo-Sikh War (1845-46) ended with the signing of the Treaty of Lahore. Which of the following statements about the Treaty of Lahore are correct?

  1. Maharaja Dalip Singh was recognized as the sovereign of Lahore.
  2. Jammu and Kashmir were transferred to Gulab Singh.
  3. The East India Company received a large cash payment as part of the treaty.
  4. Punjab was officially annexed by the British as per this treaty.

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Detailed Solution for Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 1

Statement 1: Correct. The treaty recognized Maharaja Dalip Singh as the sovereign of Lahore.
Statement 2: Correct. Jammu and Kashmir were transferred to Gulab Singh as part of the treaty.
Statement 3: Correct. A large cash payment was made to the East India Company.
Statement 4: Incorrect. Punjab was annexed later after the Second Anglo-Sikh War in 1849.

Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 2

Which of the following statements are correct about the territorial changes after the First Anglo-Sikh War?

  1. The territory between the Beas and Sutlej rivers was ceded to the British.
  2. Both banks of the Sutlej River came under British control.
  3. A British Resident was appointed to oversee Sikh policies.
  4. The Sikh Empire retained full control of its original territory.

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Detailed Solution for Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 2

Statement 1: Correct. The region between the Beas and Sutlej rivers was ceded to the British.
Statement 2: Correct. Both banks of the Sutlej came under British control.
Statement 3: Correct. A British Resident, Sir Henry Lawrence, was appointed to oversee the Sikh Darbar's policies.
Statement 4: Incorrect. The Sikh Empire lost significant territory, contradicting this statement.

Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 3

The Second Anglo-Sikh War led to significant outcomes. Which of the following statements are correct about the war and its results?

  1. The war began in 1848 and ended in 1849.
  2. Lord Dalhousie was the Governor-General during the annexation of Punjab.
  3. The Battle of Gujarat marked the British victory in 1849.
  4. The Sikh Empire maintained autonomy after the war.

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Detailed Solution for Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 3

Statement 1: Correct. The Second Anglo-Sikh War occurred from 1848 to 1849.
Statement 2: Correct. Lord Dalhousie was the Governor-General at the time of Punjab's annexation.
Statement 3: Correct. The Battle of Gujarat on February 21, 1849, secured British victory.
Statement 4: Incorrect. The Sikh Empire was annexed by the British, losing its autonomy.

Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 4

Which of the following statements are true about the First Anglo-Sikh War?

  1. It was concluded with the signing of the Treaty of Lahore in 1846.
  2. The British defeated the Sikhs at the Battle of Gujarat during this war.
  3. Maharaja Dalip Singh was recognized as the sovereign of Lahore.

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Detailed Solution for Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 4

Statement 1: Correct. The Treaty of Lahore ended the First Anglo-Sikh War in 1846.
Statement 2: Incorrect. The Battle of Gujarat occurred during the Second Anglo-Sikh War, not the first.
Statement 3: Correct. Maharaja Dalip Singh was recognized as the sovereign of Lahore as part of the treaty.

Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 5

Consider the following battles fought during the Second Anglo-Sikh War:

  1. The Battle of Ramnagar occurred in November 1848.
  2. The Battle of Chillianwala was fought in January 1849.
  3. The Battle of Gujarat occurred after the Battle of Chillianwala.

Which of the above statements are correct?

Detailed Solution for Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 5

Statement 1: Correct. The Battle of Ramnagar took place on November 22, 1848.
Statement 2: Correct. The Battle of Chillianwala occurred on January 13, 1849.
Statement 3: Correct. The Battle of Gujarat (February 21, 1849) occurred after the Battle of Chillianwala.

Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 6

Match the battles with their respective leaders in the Second Anglo-Sikh War:

Detailed Solution for Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 6

Battle of Ramnagar: Sher Singh Attariwala 
Battle of Chillianwala: Sir Hugh Gough.

Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 7

Match the year with the events:

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Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 8

What was the treaty signed after the First Anglo-Sikh War in 1846?

Detailed Solution for Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 8

The Treaty of Lahore was signed in 1846, marking the conclusion of the First Anglo-Sikh War.

Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 9

Who was the Governor-General of British India at the time of Punjab’s annexation?

Detailed Solution for Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 9

Lord Dalhousie was the Governor-General when Punjab was annexed in 1849.

Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 10

Who led the Sikh forces at the Battle of Ramnagar in 1848?

Detailed Solution for Test: Anglo-Sikh Wars - Question 10

Sher Singh Attariwala led the Sikh forces during the Battle of Ramnagar.

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