ICSE Class 10 The First War of Independence, 1857 — Mock Test (2027)
Free online mock test for The First War of Independence, 1857 (ICSE Class 10 History and Civics) — 20 competency-based questions based on the latest CISCE 2027 syllabus, with instant marking. Try the samples below, then take the full test free.
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Sample questions
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1.Which of the following were examples of the British policy to humiliate Bahadur Shah Zafar before 1857? Select the correct pair.
- A.(i) Forcing him to abdicate the throne in 1856 and (ii) banning the use of the Red Fort for Mughal ceremonies.
- B.(i) Declaring his successors would not be allowed to reside in the Red Fort (1849) and (ii) prohibiting his successors from using imperial titles (1856).
- C.(i) Exiling him to Rangoon in 1857 and (ii) confiscating all Mughal properties in Delhi.
- D.(i) Imposing heavy taxes on the Mughal court (1850) and (ii) dissolving the Mughal army (1855).
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2.Which of the following states fell victim to the Doctrine of Lapse?
- A.Mysore and Hyderabad
- B.Satara and Jhansi
- C.Punjab and Bengal
- D.Awadh and Kashmir
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3.Which of the following is an example of how the British exploited India's resources?
- A.India was allowed to impose high import duties on British goods to protect local industries.
- B.British-made goods entered India duty-free, while Indian products faced high duties in England.
- C.The British invested heavily in Indian infrastructure to boost local economies.
- D.India was encouraged to export raw materials at fair prices to support British industries.
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4.The Uprising of 1857 was a prolonged period of armed uprising against the British in Northern and Central India. Which of the following was not a major centre of the Uprising?
- A.Delhi
- B.Awadh
- C.Mumbai
- D.The Chambal Region
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5.How did the Revolt of 1857 impact the Princely States? Identify the INCORRECT consequence from the options below.
- A.The Doctrine of Lapse was discontinued, and the right to adoption was acknowledged.
- B.Indian princes were guaranteed that their territories would not be annexed.
- C.The British imposed heavier taxes on princely states to fund reconstruction.
- D.The government promised to honor all existing Treaties and Agreements.
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