Who was the author of the famous book 'The Economic History of India', published in 1901? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who was the author of the famous book 'The Economic History of India', published in 1901?
A. Dadabhai Naoroji
B. M. G. Ranade
C. Gopal Krishna Gokhale
D. Romesh Chunder Dutt
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Romesh Chunder Dutt (R.C. Dutt) authored 'The Economic History of India', providing a rigorous critique of the colonial land revenue policy and industrial devastation.

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The Goods and Services Tax (GST) came into effect on:
A. 1 July 2017
B. 15 August 2017
C. 1 April 2017
D. 26 January 2017

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
It replaced multiple indirect taxes.

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Who published the 'Bombay Samachar', a Gujarati newspaper?
A. Fardunjee Marzban
B. Mahatma Gandhi
C. Dadabhai Naoroji
D. Karsandas Mulji

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Fardunjee Marzban started the Bombay Samachar in 1822, which is the oldest continuously published newspaper in India, still in circulation in Gujarati.

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The 'Sikh Gurudwaras Act' was passed in 1925 after which movement?
A. Akali Movement (Gurudwara Reform Movement)
B. Babbar Akali movement
C. Kuka Movement
D. Ghadar movement

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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