ICSE Class 10

ICSE Class 10 First Phase of the Indian National Movement (Moderates) — Mock Test (2027)

Free online mock test for First Phase of the Indian National Movement (Moderates) (ICSE Class 10 History and Civics) — 10 competency-based questions based on the latest CISCE 2027 syllabus, with instant marking. Try the samples below, then take the full test free.

What to expect: This mock test covers key concepts from the First Phase of the Indian National Movement (Moderates) chapter — including application-based and competency-focused questions aligned with how ICSE actually sets the paper.

Tip: Attempt without notes first to identify gaps, then review explanations for any wrong answers. Retake after a few days for best retention.

Sample questions

  1. 1.Which Indian nationalist leader founded the Servants of India Society in 1905?
    • A.Dadabhai Naoroji
    • B.Surendranath Banerjee
    • C.Gopal Krishna Gokhale
    • D.Bal Gangadhar Tilak
  2. 2.Surendranath Banerjee started an agitation against which two colonial Acts during the nationalist movement?
    • A.Vernacular Press Act and Rowlatt Act
    • B.License Act and Arms Act
    • C.Indian Councils Act and Pitt’s India Act
    • D.Regulating Act and Charter Act
  3. 3.Which of the following was a demand of the Early Nationalists?
    • a.Reduction in taxes and increase in government expenditure
    • b.A large share of Indians in the governance of the country
    • c.Complete fusion of legislature and executive
    • d.Employment of Indians at all posts in the administrative services
  4. 4.Which of the following was NOT a reason for the Moderates' faith in the British sense of justice?
    • A.They believed the British were just and freedom-loving people.
    • B.They thought petitions and discussions would lead to justice.
    • C.They advocated violent resistance to achieve independence.
    • D.They maintained loyalty to the British Crown.
  5. 5.Tina is inspired by the methods of the Early Nationalists and wants to follow them. She notices that the road leading to her school is damaged and has many potholes. Which of the following methods is she MOST LIKELY to follow, to solve this problem?
    • a.Boycott the civic authorities
    • b.Gather a group of students and protest
    • c.Write a petition to the authorities highlighting the problem
    • d.Block the entrance to the road

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