AFCAT History and Geography 5

Question 1

The Partition of Bengal in 1905 was reversed in which year?

Accepted Answer

1911

Answer

The Partition of Bengal (1905) by Lord Curzon was annulled in 1911 by King George V at the Delhi Durbar due to massive protests.

Question 2

Which of the following rivers drains into the Arabian Sea?

Accepted Answer

Narmada

Answer

The Narmada flows westward from Amarkantak and drains into the Arabian Sea near Bharuch, Gujarat.

Question 3

The Non-Cooperation Movement launched by Gandhi was called off in 1922 due to which incident?

Accepted Answer

Chauri Chaura violence

Answer

Gandhi called off the Non-Cooperation Movement in February 1922 after the Chauri Chaura incident, where a mob burned a police station killing 22 policemen.

Question 4

Which strait separates India from Sri Lanka?

Accepted Answer

Palk Strait

Answer

The Palk Strait separates the southeastern tip of India (Tamil Nadu) from the northwestern coast of Sri Lanka.

Question 5

The ancient site of Mohenjo-Daro is located in present-day:

Accepted Answer

Pakistan (Sindh)

Answer

Mohenjo-Daro is located in Sindh province of modern Pakistan and was one of the largest cities of the Indus Valley Civilization.

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AFCAT History and Geography 5