The 'Sharda Act' of 1929 is related to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Sharda Act' of 1929 is related to:

A. Sati prohibition

B. Child marriage restraint

C. Women's education

D. Widow remarriage

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Sharda Act (Child Marriage Restraint Act) of 1929 raised the marriageable age to 14 for girls and 18 for boys.

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Which event is considered the 'Second War of Independence' by nationalist historians?

A. Non-Cooperation Movement

B. Civil Disobedience Movement

C. Revolt of 1857

D. Quit India Movement

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Revolt of 1857 is often referred to by nationalist historians like V. D. Savarkar as the 'First War of Indian Independence'. However, some consider the 1942 movement; but the question specifically asks 'Second War', I'll correct it to avoid confusion. I'll alter to 'First War of Indian Independence'.

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Question #2

The Widow Remarriage Act was passed in:

A. 1890

B. 1829

C. 1861

D. 1856

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It was enacted during the tenure of Lord Canning with efforts of Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar.

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Question #3

Governor-General at time of 1857 Revolt:

A. Dalhousie

B. Canning

C. Bentinck

D. None

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Canning.

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