Explanation: The All India Muslim League was formed in 1906 at Dhaka to protect Muslim interests.
Why did Muslims feel the need for a separate political party?
A) They were well-represented in Congress
B) Congress mainly reflected Hindu interests
C) British forced them to form a party
D) Muslims wanted to leave India immediately
CorrectAnswer: B) Congress mainly reflected Hindu interests
Explanation: Muslims realized that Congress mostly represented Hindu interests, ignoring Muslim concerns.
Who played an important role in the formation of the Muslim League in 1906?
A) Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
B) Nawab Salimullah of Dhaka
C) Allama Iqbal
D) Quaid-e-Azam
CorrectAnswer: B) Nawab Salimullah of Dhaka
Explanation: Nawab Salimullah of Dhaka hosted the meeting where the Muslim League was founded.
The political consciousness of Muslims after 1857 led to:
A) Their unity under the Mughal Emperor
B) Formation of Muslim League to safeguard Muslim rights
C) Immediate partition of India
D) Abolition of British rule
CorrectAnswer: B) Formation of Muslim League to safeguard Muslim rights
Explanation: Growing political awareness made Muslims realize the need for a separate platform – the Muslim League.
The military reason behind the War of Independence in 1857 was:
A) Spread of British culture
B) Introduction of high taxes
C) Use of pig and cow fat on rifle cartridges
D) Doctrine of Lapse
CorrectAnswer:C) Use of pig and cow fat on rifle cartridges
Explanation: The cartridges used in new rifles were greased with pig and cow fat, which hurt the religious sentiments of Muslims and Hindus, leading to revolt.
