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.What was the key provision of the General Service Enlistment Act of 1856?
- A.It mandated that Indian soldiers could only serve within their home provinces.
- B.It required all new recruits to the Bengal Army to serve anywhere in India or abroad.
- C.It exempted Indian soldiers from serving overseas if they held religious objections.
- D.It increased the pay and allowances for Indian soldiers serving abroad.
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2.After the initial success of the Uprising of 1857, the objective of the leaders of the Uprising included
- A.Restoring the former glory to the Mughal empire;
- B.Forming a federation of Indian States under the aegis of Bhadur Shah II;
- C.Eliminating foreign rule and return of the old order;
- D.Establishing his own power in his respective region by each leader.
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3.Who was appointed as the first Viceroy of India under the Act of 1858?
- A.Lord Dalhousie
- B.Lord Canning
- C.Lord Wellesley
- D.Lord Cornwallis
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4.Which of the following was a major drawback of the First War of Independence?
- A.The revolt was well-coordinated with a centralized leadership across all regions.
- B.The movement lacked coordinated military plans and benefited from British leadership.
- C.Indian soldiers had superior weapons and training compared to the British.
- D.The British were completely unprepared and lacked experienced military leaders.
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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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