Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
1
Who was the French general known for his bravery but lack of tact, contributing to the French defeat in the Third War?
Answer:
Count de Lally
Count de Lally was a brave soldier but lacked diplomatic skills. He alienated the French officials in Pondicherry and the local population, weakening the French defense.
2
The 'Northern Circars' were originally ceded to the French by which Nizam?
Answer:
Salabat Jang
Salabat Jang, who was placed on the throne of Hyderabad by the French (Bussy), ceded the Northern Circars to the French for the maintenance of their army.
3
Which French settlement in Bengal was captured by Clive and Watson in 1757?
Answer:
Chandernagore
Chandernagore was the French headquarters in Bengal. Its capture by Clive and Admiral Watson in 1757 deprived the French of their base in northern India.
4
The victory in which battle allowed the British to fund their wars in the Carnatic against the French?
Answer:
Battle of Plassey (Bengal)
The British victory at Plassey (1757) in Bengal gave them access to the immense wealth of Bengal, which they used to finance their military campaigns against the French in the Third Carnatic War.
5
Who was the first European to initiate the policy of intervening in the internal affairs of Indian states?
Answer:
Joseph Dupleix
Dupleix was the originator of the policy of using a disciplined European army to intervene in the mutual quarrels of Indian princes to acquire political influence and territory.
6
Which British stronghold did the French fail to capture during the Second Carnatic War, leading to their decline?
Answer:
Trichinopoly
The French and Chanda Sahib besieged Muhammad Ali at Trichinopoly for a long time but failed to capture it, draining their resources and allowing the British to counter-attack at Arcot.
7
Which region was the primary theatre of the Anglo-French rivalry in India?
Answer:
Carnatic (Coromandel Coast)
The Carnatic region in South India was the main battleground for the Anglo-French wars due to the proximity of their headquarters (Madras and Pondicherry).
8
What was the result of the Treaty of Pondicherry (1754)?
Answer:
Both sides agreed not to interfere in the quarrels of native princes
The treaty signed by Godeheu and the British stipulated that both powers would renounce all local titles and stop interfering in the internal politics of Indian states.
9
The English fort located in Madras was known as:
Answer:
Fort St. George
Fort St. George was the first English fortress in India, founded in Madras (Chennai) in 1644.
10
Which French admiral captured Madras in 1746?
Answer:
La Bourdonnais
La Bourdonnais, the French Governor of Mauritius (Isle of France), led a fleet that besieged and captured Madras from the British in 1746.