50 most important Modern History MCQs with Answers | Must Practice for SSC, UPSC & State Exams
Prepare smartly with this collection of 50 Modern History MCQs with Answers and Explanations. This set helps you revise important topics for UPSC, SSC, Defence, and State PSC exams. Each question is crafted from major events of India’s freedom struggle, giving you a strong foundation in Modern Indian History.
The quiz covers key areas such as the Revolt of 1857, formation of the Indian National Congress, Gandhian movements, and India’s journey to independence. Every MCQ includes a short explanation to help you understand the concept instantly. Practicing these questions daily can improve your accuracy, speed, and memory — all essential for scoring high in competitive exams.
You can download the free PDF to study offline and test yourself anytime. For deeper learning, refer to trusted resources like NCERT Modern History Notes for topic-wise revision and clarity.
Learning Modern History doesn’t have to be difficult. Start with small daily quizzes, track your improvement, and revise weekly. The more you practice, the better your grasp of important dates, acts, and events.
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Question 29
Who led the Pagal Panthis movement in Bengal (1825-35) against the hike in rent?
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Explanation:
The Pagal Panthis revolt in Bengal was led by Karam Shah and Tipu Shah.
Question 30
The Sambhalpur Uprisings (1840) were led by Surendra Sai against what?
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Explanation:
The Sambhalpur Uprisings were against the interference of the British in the internal affairs of the area.
Question 31
What was the main cause of the Indigo Revolt (1860) in the Nadia district of Bengal?
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Explanation:
Peasants were forced to grow Indigo in their field by European factory owners.
Question 32
The play Nil Darpan by Dinabandhu Mitra was written about which peasant movement?
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Explanation:
Dinabandhu Mitra had written about this revolt (Indigo Revolt) in his play Nil Darpan.
Question 33
The Poona Sarvajanik Sabha (1870), founded by M. G. Ranade, aimed to popularize what?
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Explanation:
The Poona Sarvajanik Sabha aimed to popularise the peasants' Legal Right.
Question 34
The Pabna Agrarian Uprising (1873) in Bengal was primarily directed against the oppression by:
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Explanation:
The Pabna Agrarian Uprising was against the oppression of peasants by zamindar.
Question 35
The Kheda Satyagraha (1918) was a protest against the government's refusal to grant:
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The Kheda Satyagraha was against the ignored appeal for remission of land revenue in case of crop failure.
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That’s your complete set of Top 50 Modern History MCQs with— a must-practice collection for all 2025 exams. Consistent revision of these questions will help you remember key facts, timelines, and leaders from India’s freedom struggle.
 Important: To unlock the free PDF download, you must attempt all MCQs in this set. This ensures complete practice, boosts your exam readiness, and allows you to download a full PDF for offline study anytime, anywhere.
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