CTET Practice Test: Social Science - 1 - CTET & State TET MCQ

The famous slogan Inquilab Zindabad was coined by Hasrat Mohani. This slogan played a significant role in energising the activities of the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association, particularly influencing figures such as:

• Ashfaqulla Khan
• Bhagat Singh
• Chandrashekhar Azad

Its powerful message of revolution resonated deeply during the struggle for independence.

Bal Gangadhar Tilak joined the Indian National Congress in 1890. He is referred to as the "Father of Indian Unrest" by Valentine Chirol.

Tilak was a prominent leader who:

• First demanded full Swarajya (self-rule) for India.
• Played a crucial role in mobilising the masses against British rule.
• Promoted the idea of nationalism through various campaigns.

His efforts significantly contributed to the Indian independence movement.

• Abul Fazl was assassinated while returning from the Deccan.
• He was killed by Vir Singh Bundela in a plot orchestrated by Akbar's eldest son, Prince Salim.
• This event took place between Sarai Vir and Antri.

Akbar introduced the Dahasala or Zabti system of land revenue collection between 1580 and 1582. This system aimed to resolve issues related to yearly price fixing and revenue settlements from previous years.

Key features of the Zabti system include:

• The average produce from the previous ten years was calculated.
• One third of this average was set as a fixed payment in rupees per Bigha, representing the state’s share (Mal).
• The remaining two thirds were allocated to the cultivators (Kharaj).

During the effective rule of the Mughal Empire, the Diwan acted as the chief revenue officer for a province. The Diwan was not only a key minister but also served as the paymaster general. This dual role involved managing both the finances and the collection of revenue, making the Diwan essential for the administration of the empire.

Angkor Wat is a temple complex located in Cambodia and is the largest religious monument in the world, covering an area of 162.6 hectares. Originally built as a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Vishnu, it gradually transitioned into a Buddhist temple by the end of the 12th century.

The abundance of gold coins from the Gupta era has led some scholars to refer to this phenomenon as the ‘rain of gold’. The Gupta gold coin is known as dinaras.

Correct Answer: C

Explanation: The first Gupta ruler to take the title of ‘Param Bhagawata’ was Chandragupta II. This title reflects the significance of the Bhagavata Purana, which outlines the beliefs and philosophy of the Bhagavata tradition. In this tradition, Krishna is integrated with Vasudeva, evolving beyond the Vedic figures of Vishnu and cosmic Hari, becoming the ultimate focus of devotion.

Sir Sultan Muhammad Shah (Aga Khan III) was appointed as the first Honorary President of the Muslim League in 1908.

The Muslim League's headquarters were established in Lucknow, which played a significant role in its early activities.

In 1906, the session at Calcutta was presided over by Dadabhai Naoroji.

The moderates selected him for this role because of his significant influence. Key points include:

• Dadabhai Naoroji is often referred to as the Grand Old Man of India.
• He was respected by both moderates and extremists within the Congress.
• This session marked an important moment in the history of the Indian National Congress.

The national anthem was first sung during the Calcutta Session of the Indian National Congress on 27 December 1911. The song, titled “Jana Gana Mana,” was officially adopted by the Constituent Assembly as the Indian national anthem on 24 January 1950.

Sher Shah was the first Muslim ruler to systematically measure land and establish a fair land tax. His innovative approach included the following key points:

• The land of each peasant was measured in bighas.
• Half of the measured land was set as the land tax.
• All agreements regarding land revenue were documented clearly.

This comprehensive revenue system significantly influenced the revenue practices of Akbar, who adopted and adapted these principles for his administration.

The Second Battle of Panipat took place on November 5, 1556. It was fought between:

• The forces of Hemu, a Hindu general and Chief Minister of Adil Shah Suri.
• The army of the Mughal emperor Akbar.

This battle was significant as it marked the rise of Akbar's rule in India.

Bairam Khan, also known as Bayram Khan, played a vital role in the Mughal Empire. He was:

• An important military commander and later the commander-in-chief of the Mughal army.
• A prominent statesman and regent during the reigns of emperors Humayun and Akbar.
• Akbar's guardian, chief mentor, adviser, and most trusted ally.

His influence was significant in shaping Akbar’s early leadership and policies.

Banabhatta was a 7th-century Sanskrit prose writer and poet from India. He served as the Asthana Kavi at the court of King Harsha Vardhana, who ruled from approximately 606 to 647 CE in northern India.

Bānabhaṭṭa was a 7th-century Sanskrit prose writer and poet from India. He served as the Asthana Kavi (court poet) in the royal court of King Harsha Vardhana.

His notable works include:

• Harshacharita - a biography of King Harsha
• Kadambari - a celebrated narrative work

​The entire region including Afghanistan, Swat Valley, Punjab and Indo-Gangetic watershed has been referred in Rig-Veda once as the Sapta Sindhava or Sapta Sindhu. 

• The Congress was split into two factions: extremists and moderates during the Surat Session in 1907.
• Bal Gangadhar Tilak revived the Ganpati Festival in 1892 and the Shivaji Festival in 1894 in Maharashtra to inspire the youth.
• Sri Aurobindo was arrested in connection with the Alipore bomb case in 1908, along with many young revolutionaries.

Solution:

On 12 December 1911, during the Delhi Durbar, King George V and Queen Mary announced that the capital would be moved from Calcutta to Delhi. This event took place much later than the year mentioned in option D.

• Jugantar was a Bengali revolutionary newspaper established in 1906 in Calcutta by Barindra Kumar Ghosh, Abhinash Bhattacharya, and Bhupendranath Dutt.
• This political weekly began publishing in March 1906 and acted as the propaganda organ for the emerging revolutionary group, Anushilan Samiti, in Bengal.
• Bhupendranath Dutt was the editor of the newspaper until his arrest in 1907.