The 'Black Hole' tragedy occurred in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Black Hole' tragedy occurred in:
A. Delhi
B. Calcutta
C. Meerut
D. Kanpur
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
It happened in 1756 under Siraj ud-Daulah.

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Question #1
The Civil Disobedience Movement began with which famous event?
A. Salt Satyagraha
B. Boycott of foreign cloth
C. Quit India Movement
D. Dandi March

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Civil Disobedience Movement was launched on 12 March 1930 when Mahatma Gandhi began the Dandi March from Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi to break the salt law. The march lasted 24 days.

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Question #2
Which session of the INC first observed the 'Independence Day' on 26 January 1930?
A. Lucknow, 1936
B. Karachi, 1931
C. Calcutta, 1928
D. Lahore, 1929

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
At the Lahore session in 1929, the Congress declared 26 January 1930 as the first Independence Day, and the pledge of Purna Swaraj was taken. This date later became Republic Day.

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Question #3
Which of the following acts is known for introducing the 'Portfolio System' in the Government of India?
A. Indian Councils Act, 1861
B. Regulating Act, 1773
C. Indian Councils Act, 1892
D. Government of India Act, 1858

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Indian Councils Act of 1861 introduced the portfolio system, allowing each member of the Governor-General's council to have a specific department. It was initiated by Lord Canning.

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