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Miscellaneous Indian GkSet 49

This set of 20 multiple-choice questions evaluates knowledge of various aspects of Indian history, culture, and geography, including the Delhi Sultanate, Indian rivers, and the Indian dairy industry. Concepts such as the British East India Company, the caste system, and the Bengal School of Art are also covered. The questions assess understanding of historical events, cultural context, and geographical knowledge.

1Who is the current CEO of 'Tata Consultancy Services'.

2History is the study of the past.

3..... was born in 1942 in Allahabad to the Hindi poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan.

4Which are the two states to introduce mobile Court units?

5What fast food chain was founded by David Edgerton and James McLamore?

6High Courts were first established in which of the three presidency cities?

7I flood when the heavy spring rains come and the snow melts from the peaks of the Himalayas. What am I?

8Where was Srila Rupa Goswami's Birthplace?

9Union Territories (UT) were introduced in India in which year?

10India had a war with ..... over Kashmir in 1948

11William Jones arrived in Calcutta as a junior judge but he was also a .....

12..... is a religion rooted in the belief that a person can reach Nirvana.

13Who is the milkman of India-

14Who was the first Indian state to join the subsidary Alliance?

15Which team is Rahul Chaudhary on in PKL 7

16In whose hand was the Delhi Sultanate passed into

17KHILJIS CAME TO INDIA FOR WHAT?

18Name the professor whose cooperated with Bengal artist and replaced painting of Ajanta, Ellora instead of European Painting?

19Bangladesh is primarily ..... (hint: think religion)

20What is true of the Caste System?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the Subsidiary Alliance in Indian history?

The Subsidiary Alliance was a strategy employed by the British East India Company to bring Indian states under British control. Under this system, Indian rulers were required to maintain a British military force within their territories and pay for its maintenance, effectively making them dependent on British support.

Who is known as the "Milkman of India" and what was his contribution?

Varghese Kurien is known as the "Milkman of India." He played a pivotal role in the Indian dairy industry, particularly through the establishment of the Amul cooperative in Gujarat, which revolutionized milk production and distribution in India.

What is the core belief of Nirvana in Buddhist philosophy?

Nirvana in Buddhist philosophy refers to the ultimate state of liberation from the cycle of rebirth and suffering. It is achieved through the cessation of desire, ignorance, and hatred, leading to a state of enlightenment and peace.

Which Indian state was the first to join the Subsidiary Alliance?

The state of Hyderabad, under the Nizam, was the first to join the Subsidiary Alliance in 1798. This alliance was a strategic move by the British East India Company to secure military support and control over Indian territories.

What is the geographical significance of the Indus River?

The Indus River is one of the major rivers in South Asia, flowing through India and Pakistan. It is significant for its role in the development of ancient civilizations, such as the Indus Valley Civilization, and for its seasonal flooding, which supports agriculture in the region.