The 'Drain of Wealth' theory was systematically propounded by Dadabhai Naoroji in his book: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Drain of Wealth' theory was systematically propounded by Dadabhai Naoroji in his book:
A. The Discovery of India
B. Poverty and Un-British Rule in India
C. Indian Unrest
D. Economic History of India
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Dadabhai Naoroji systematically detailed the systematic economic exploitation of India by the British in his seminal 1901 work, 'Poverty and Un-British Rule in India'.

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Question #1
The 'Anglo-Mysore Wars' were fought between the British and the rulers of Mysore. Who was the ruler during the Third Anglo-Mysore War?
A. Tipu Sultan
B. Chamaraja Wadiyar
C. Krishnaraja Wadiyar II
D. Hyder Ali

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Third Anglo-Mysore War (1790-1792) was fought during Tipu Sultan's reign.

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Question #2
The 'Quit India Movement' resolution was passed on 8 August 1942. Who seconded the resolution?
A. Maulana Azad
B. Rajendra Prasad
C. Sardar Patel
D. Jawaharlal Nehru

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Sardar Patel seconded the Quit India resolution.

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Question #3
The 'Merger of Junagadh' into India was achieved through a plebiscite in which year?
A. 1948
B. 1950
C. 1949
D. 1947

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Junagadh's Nawab acceded to Pakistan, but after Indian military intervention, a plebiscite was held in February 1948, and the people voted overwhelmingly to join India.

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