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.Under the Government of India Act 1858, who gave up the direct administration of India?
- A.The East India Company
- B.The British Crown
- C.Lord Mountbatten
- D.The Mughal Emperor
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2.What was one change implemented by the British Government in the army after the Revolt of 1857?
- A.Reducing the number of British soldiers
- B.Increasing the proportion of British to Indian soldiers and mixing castes
- C.Allowing Indian soldiers to hold higher ranks
- D.Abolishing the army entirely
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3.Which two economic policies of the British rule in India became causes of the First War of Independence, 1857?
- A.Banning Indian silk and calicoes in England and imposing high taxes on British goods
- B.Banning Indian silk and calicoes in England and levying high taxes on Indian goods
- C.Subsidizing Indian industries and reducing taxes on British imports
- D.Encouraging Indian exports and imposing tariffs on British textiles
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4.On what grounds did the British annex Oudh to the Company's dominions?
- A.The ruler of Oudh refused to pay taxes to the British East India Company.
- B.Oudh was annexed under the pretext of maladministration.
- C.The British claimed Oudh as a reward for winning a war against France.
- D.Oudh was annexed after a popular referendum demanded British rule.
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5.Which of the following grievances were harboured by Indian soldiers and contributed to the First War of Independence? Select TWO that apply, but choose the option that lists BOTH correctly.
- A.Denial of promotions beyond Subedar and lack of foreign service allowance
- B.Forced conversion to Christianity and denial of promotions beyond Subedar
- C.Lack of foreign service allowance and forced retirement at age 50
- D.Denial of promotions beyond Subedar and mandatory service in Europe only
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