Modern Indian History MCQs – UPSC, SSC, Banking & State PSC
Modern Indian History is one of the most important subjects for competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and State PSC. Key topics include the Revolt of 1857, the rise of Indian nationalism, the formation of the Indian National Congress, the role of Mahatma Gandhi, and important movements like Non-Cooperation, Civil Disobedience, Quit India, leading to India’s independence in 1947.
This post provides 100+ carefully curated Modern Indian History MCQs with answers and detailed explanations to help you revise crucial concepts in an exam-focused way. Practicing these objective-type questions will enhance your knowledge, improve accuracy, and strengthen your preparation for all major competitive exams.
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Question 1
In which year did the revolt of the sepoys at Meerut, resulting in their march to Delhi, take place?
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Explanation:
The sepoys broke out in open rebellion at Meerut and headed towards Delhi on May 10, 1857.
Question 2
The civil rebellion spread through the Indo-Gangetic plain, Rajputana, and Central India during which time frame?
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Explanation:
The civil rebellion spread during June 1857, covering regions like the Indo-Gangetic plain, Rajputana, and Central India.
Question 3
On which date did the English officially recapture Delhi during the Revolt of 1857?
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Explanation:
The English recaptured Delhi on September 21, 1857.
Question 4
The revolt in Kotah state, Rajasthan, spread on which date?
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Explanation:
The revolt spread to Kotah state on October 15, 1857.
Question 5
Who led the fresh rising in Bihar after Jhansi fell to the English in 1858?
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Explanation:
A fresh rising in Bihar was led by Kunwar Singh after Jhansi fell to the English in April 1858.
Question 6
What was the main cause of the Gadkari Rebellion (1844-45) in Kolhapur?
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Explanation:
The Gadkari Rebellion was against the assumption of direct administration of Kolhapur by British and its revenue policy.
Question 7
Who wrote about the Indigo Revolt in his play Nil Darpan?
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Explanation:
Dinabandhu Mitra wrote about the Indigo Revolt in his play Nil Darpan.
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