Pakistan Movement 1857-1947 MCQs

The Aligarh Movement efforts to modernize Muslim society were most prominent in the field of:

A) Agricultural techniques

B) Political activism

C) Science and technology

D) Education and social reforms

The Aligarh Movement primarily focused on:

A) Promoting religious conflicts

B) Strengthening Hindu-Muslim unity

C) Advocating for modern education for Muslims

D) Advocating for the revival of ancient languages

What did Sir Syed realize during the Urdu-Hindi controversy that influenced his policy shift?

A) The need for stronger ties with Hindus

B) The potential for mutual understanding between languages

C) The impossibility of Muslim-Hindu unity

D) The need for cultural assimilation

What was the significance of the Mohammadans Anglo-Oriental School’s transition into a college?

A) It facilitated the emergence of Muslim trading companies

B) It provided education solely in Urdu language

C) It became a symbol of modern education for Muslims

D) It initiated political activism among students

What role did the Aligarh Movement play in relation to the division of India?

A) It advocated for a united India

B) It fostered Hindu-Muslim unity

C) It supported the formation of Pakistan

D) It emphasized British rule continuation

In which year was the Indian National Congress (INC) founded?

A) 28 Dec 1857

B) 28 Dec 1875

C) 28 Dec 1885

D) 28 Dec 1905

Who was the first president of the Indian National Congress?

A) Dadabhai Naoroji

B) Allan Octavian Hume

C) O. Hume

D) Womesh Chunder Banerjee

What was the primary objective behind the establishment of the Indian National Congress?

A) To demand complete independence from British rule

B) To voice the grievances of Indian civil servants

C) To seek greater participation in the British government

D) To promote social reforms in India

Which prominent leader advocated the “Safety Valve Theory” regarding the formation of the Indian National Congress?

A) O. Hume

B) Dadabhai Naoroji

C) Bal Gangadhar Tilak

D) Jawaharlal Nehru

In its early years, the Indian National Congress mainly comprised:

A) Peasant farmers

B) Elite and educated Indians

C) Religious leaders

D) British expatriates