Second Phase (1905‑1916) – Partition of Bengal, Surat Split, extremist leaders, Muslim League & Lucknow Pact Quiz - ICSE Class 10 History & Civics

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This ICSE Class 10 History & Civics practice quiz has 43 multiple-choice questions on Second Phase (1905‑1916) – Partition of Bengal, Surat Split, extremist leaders, Muslim League & Lucknow Pact, and 43 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

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1. The Partition of Bengal in 1905 was officially announced on which date?

   1. July 19, 1905
   2. August 16, 1905
   3. October 16, 1905
   4. November 1, 1905
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   Answer: C. October 16, 1905

   While the proposal for partition was made in December 1903 and announced in July 1905, the actual implementation and enforcement of the partition took effect on October 16, 1905. This date marked the beginning of the Swadeshi movement.

2. The concept of 'Swaraj' as propagated by Extremist leaders like Bal Gangadhar Tilak can be best understood as:

   1. Self-governance or complete self-rule
   2. Dominion status within the British Empire
   3. Autonomy in cultural and religious matters
   4. Limited self-government in local bodies
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   Answer: A. Self-governance or complete self-rule

   Tilak's famous declaration 'Swaraj is my birthright' implied a demand for complete political independence and self-rule, not merely dominion status or limited autonomy. It represented a radical departure from the Moderate approach.

3. The 'Barisal Conference incident' of 1906, where police lathis were used against delegates and volunteers of the Indian National Congress, became a symbol of:

   1. The success of the Swadeshi movement
   2. The repression faced by the nationalist movement
   3. The unity between Hindus and Muslims
   4. The compromise reached between Moderates and Extremists
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   Answer: B. The repression faced by the nationalist movement

   The brutal handling of the Barisal Conference delegates by the police highlighted the British administration's willingness to use force against nationalist gatherings and became a rallying point for anti-British sentiment, further fueling the Swadeshi movement.

4. The 'Annulment of the Partition of Bengal' in 1911 was largely seen as:

   1. A victory for the Moderate methods of negotiation
   2. A concession to the pressure of the Extremist agitation
   3. A result of the Muslim League's lobbying
   4. A sign of weakening British resolve
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   Answer: B. A concession to the pressure of the Extremist agitation

   The annulment of the Partition of Bengal in 1911 was a direct response to the sustained and often violent protests, boycotts, and unrest that followed the partition, demonstrating the effectiveness of mass agitation championed by the Extremists.

5. The 'Reunion of Congress and League' at Lucknow in 1916 was a direct result of:

   1. The growing frustration with British colonial policies and the anticipation of political reforms
   2. The success of the Home Rule movement
   3. The outbreak of World War I
   4. All of the above
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   Answer: D. All of the above

   The reunion was influenced by multiple factors: the political climate created by the Home Rule movement, the opportunity presented by the First World War to press demands on the British, and the overarching desire for self-governance that united the Congress and the League.

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1. Who was the Viceroy of India when the Partition of Bengal was announced?
2. The Swadeshi Movement, a direct response to the Partition of Bengal, primarily advocated for:
3. The Surat Split in 1907, which led to the division of the Indian National Congress, was primarily a conflict between which two factions?
4. Which of the following leaders was a prominent proponent of the 'Extremist' faction of the Indian National Congress during the pre-independence era?
5. The establishment of the All-India Muslim League in 1906 was primarily aimed at:
6. Who is often referred to as the 'Father of the Extremist Movement' in India?
7. The Lucknow Pact of 1916 was a significant agreement between which two political entities?
8. The Muslim League's demand for separate electorates, which was accepted in the Lucknow Pact, was a significant step towards:
9. What was the primary administrative rationale given by Lord Curzon for the Partition of Bengal?
10. The Swadeshi spirit was not limited to boycotting foreign goods; it also encompassed the promotion of:
11. The 'Charka' (spinning wheel) became a powerful symbol of the Swadeshi movement, representing:
12. The 'Moderates' within the Indian National Congress were characterized by their:
13. The 'New Party' or 'Extremist Party' emerged within the Congress after the failure of which significant political strategy by the Moderates?
14. Who was the President of the Indian National Congress at the Surat session in 1907, where the split occurred?
15. The Minto-Morley Reforms of 1909, which were introduced during the tenure of Viceroy Lord Minto, were significant for:
16. Which leader, a prominent Moderate, expressed concern over the rising tide of extremism and advocated for restraint during the Surat Split?
17. The "Day of mourning" observed on October 16, 1905, was a direct protest against:
18. The Muslim League's demand for 'protection of Muslim rights' was often interpreted by the Indian National Congress as:
19. The Lucknow Pact is considered significant because it marked the reunion of the Congress Extremists and Moderates and also saw the Congress concede to the Muslim League's demand for:
20. Which Extremist leader, known for his journalistic acumen, used newspapers like 'Kesari' and 'Mahratta' to propagate his nationalist ideas?
21. The 'Simla Deputation' in 1906, led by the Aga Khan, presented a set of demands to Viceroy Lord Minto, prominently including:
22. The 'Bande Mataram' slogan, which became synonymous with the Swadeshi movement, originated from:
23. Which prominent Extremist leader, also known as a poet and orator, advocated for a revolutionary path to achieve Swaraj and inspired many young nationalists?
24. The Lucknow Pact of 1916 is also known as the 'Congress-League Pact'. What was the primary reason for this collaboration?
25. The policy of 'Divide and Rule' implemented by the British administration in India was exemplified by:
26. The Bengal National College, established during the Swadeshi movement, aimed to:
27. Which faction of the Indian National Congress was criticized by the Extremists for being too subservient to the British Crown and for relying on 'mendicancy'?
28. The Pact of 1916 is considered a turning point because it demonstrated:
29. The 'Parallel Government' system that emerged in some parts of Bengal during the Swadeshi movement was an attempt to:
30. Which leader, a key figure in the Extremist camp, was deported to Burma for his anti-British writings and speeches, further inflaming nationalist sentiment?
31. The Muslim League's decision to participate in the Swadeshi movement was initially hesitant, largely due to:
32. The objective of 'National Education' championed during the Swadeshi movement was to:
33. Which of the following was NOT a cause or consequence of the Surat Split in 1907?
34. The 'Swadeshi Steam Navigation Company', established during the Swadeshi movement, was a venture aimed at:
35. The "Day of Unity" observed on December 16, 1916, in Lucknow was associated with:
36. The 'Arbindo Ghose's political activities' during this period were characterized by a shift from constitutional agitation to:
37. The Partition of Bengal was officially annulled in:
38. The 'Extremist' ideology within the Indian National Congress can be best described as advocating for:

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