AFCAT History and Geography 2

Question 1

Which treaty ended the First Anglo-Maratha War in 1782?

Accepted Answer

Treaty of Salbai

Answer

The Treaty of Salbai (1782) ended the First Anglo-Maratha War, restoring the status quo ante bellum.

Question 2

The Tropic of Cancer passes through which of the following Indian states?

Accepted Answer

Madhya Pradesh

Answer

The Tropic of Cancer passes through eight Indian states including Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and West Bengal.

Question 3

Who founded the Brahmo Samaj in 1828?

Accepted Answer

Ram Mohan Roy

Answer

Raja Ram Mohan Roy founded the Brahmo Samaj in 1828 to promote monotheism and social reform in India.

Question 4

The river Brahmaputra enters India through which state?

Accepted Answer

Arunachal Pradesh

Answer

The Brahmaputra enters India through Arunachal Pradesh after flowing through Tibet (as Tsangpo) and is called Siang there.

Question 5

The Battle of Plassey (1757) was fought between the British East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal. Who was the Nawab?

Accepted Answer

Siraj ud-Daulah

Answer

Siraj ud-Daulah was the Nawab of Bengal who was defeated at the Battle of Plassey in 1757, marking the beginning of British rule in India.

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