Exploring Indian History

Who was the first Emperor of India?

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Harsha Vardhana

• Akbar the Great

• Ashoka the Great

What was the main religion during the Maurya Empire?

• Jainism

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Zoroastrianism

Which Indian leader is known for his role in the Non-Cooperation Movement?

• Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

• Mahatma Gandhi

• Subhas Chandra Bose

• Jawaharlal Nehru

What year did India gain independence from British rule?

• 1945

• 1947

• 1950

• 1962

Who was the last Governor-General of independent India?

• V. P. Singh

• Lal Bahadur Shastri

• C. Rajagopalachari

• Jawaharlal Nehru

Which ancient text is considered the foundation of Indian philosophy?

• The Ramayana

• The Mahabharata

• The Bhagavad Gita

• The Vedas, particularly the Upanishads

What was the significance of the Salt March led by Gandhi?

• The Salt March was a celebration of British culture.

• It marked the beginning of World War II in India.

• Gandhi used the Salt March to promote industrialization in India.

• The Salt March was significant as it united Indians against British rule and demonstrated the effectiveness of nonviolent protest.

Which empire is known for its architectural marvels like the Taj Mahal?

• Byzantine Empire

• Roman Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• Mughal Empire

Who was the founder of the Mughal Empire in India?

• Akbar

• Babur

• Shah Jahan

• Aurangzeb

What was the main cause of the Revolt of 1857 in India?

• Widespread discontent among Indian soldiers and religious grievances.

• The influence of Western education on Indian society

• Economic policies of the British East India Company

• The introduction of railways in India