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The 'August Declaration' of 1917 was made by:

A. Lord Hardinge

B. Lord Chelmsford

C. Lord Curzon

D. Edwin Montagu

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Secretary of State Edwin Montagu made the August Declaration 1917 promising responsible government.

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The Rowlatt Act of 1919 empowered the British government to?

A. Imprison any person without trial and suspend habeas corpus

B. Grant more legislative powers to Indians

C. Introduce provincial autonomy

D. Provide separate electorates to Muslims

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Rowlatt Act (1919) authorized the British government to arrest and detain any person without trial and to suspend the right of habeas corpus, leading to widespread protests led by Mahatma Gandhi.

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The 'Direct Action Day' was called by the Muslim League on:

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B. 2 September 1946

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D. 16 August 1945

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Correct Answer: Option A

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The Muslim League observed Direct Action Day on 16 August 1946, leading to communal riots in Calcutta.

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The 'Bhil Uprising' in the 19th century was mainly in the region of:

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Correct Answer: Option D

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The Bhil uprisings took place in the Khandesh region of Maharashtra and parts of Gujarat against British administration.

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