The Montagu Declaration (1917) promised: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Montagu Declaration (1917) promised:
A. Partition of India
B. Gradual development of self-governing institutions
C. Dominion status
D. Immediate independence
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Montagu Declaration of 1917, by Secretary of State Edwin Montagu, promised the gradual development of self-governing institutions in India, with the goal of achieving responsible government.

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Question #1
The 'Battle of Plassey' was fought on the banks of river:
A. Bhagirathi
B. Ganga
C. Damodar
D. Hooghly

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Plassey (Palashi) is on the Bhagirathi river, a distributary of the Ganges.

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Question #2
The 'Poona Pact' was signed between Gandhi and Ambedkar in:
A. 1933
B. 1935
C. 1932
D. 1934

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Poona Pact was signed on September 24, 1932, between Mahatma Gandhi and B.R. Ambedkar. It was an agreement on the representation of Dalits in legislative councils.

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Question #3
The Bengal Partition was annulled in:
A. 1911
B. 1910
C. 1912
D. 1913

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Partition of Bengal was annulled in 1911 by Lord Hardinge. The capital of British India was also shifted from Calcutta to Delhi during this time.

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