Indian History Flashcards
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The Harappan civilization is also known as which civilization?
Answer: Indus Valley Civilization
The Harappan civilization is another name for the Indus Valley Civilization, which flourished around 2600–1900 BCE.
Who was known as the 'Iron Man of India'?
Answer: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel earned the title 'Iron Man of India' for his role in integrating the princely states.
The Simon Commission was boycotted by Indians because it had no Indian members. In which year did it arrive?
Answer: 1928
The Simon Commission arrived in India in 1928 to review the Government of India Act, and was boycotted by Indians.
Who established the Maratha Empire?
Answer: Chhatrapati Shivaji
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj founded the Maratha Empire in the 17th century and challenged Mughal authority.
The Indian National Army (INA) was led by which leader during World War II?
Answer: Subhas Chandra Bose
Subhas Chandra Bose, also called Netaji, reorganized and led the Indian National Army to fight for independence.
The Permanent Settlement of Bengal was introduced by which Governor-General?
Answer: Lord Cornwallis
Lord Cornwallis introduced the Permanent Settlement in 1793, fixing land revenue in Bengal permanently.
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