Q1. Which of the following industries flourished in 18th century India?
- Footwear
- Shipbuilding
- Iron forging
- Paper production
Correct Option: 2. Shipbuilding.
Explanation: Shipbuilding was one of the flourishing industries in regions like Maharashtra, Andhra, and Bengal. It was so advanced that European companies bought Indian-made ships for their use.
Q2. What was the main feature of education in 18th century India?
- Lack of schools
- Focus on physical sciences
- Traditional and out of touch with the advance science
- High literacy rate
Correct Option: 3. Traditional and out of touch with the advance science.
Explanation: The education system in 18th century India was mainly based on traditional knowledge, focusing on literature, law, religion, and philosophy, and was disconnected from the rapid developments in the Western world, especially in the fields of science and technology.
Q3. Which language was most widely used for higher education among Hindus in 18th century India?
- Persian
- Hindi
- Urdu
- English
Correct Option: 1. Persian.
Explanation: Persian was widely used for higher education, as it was the official language at the time and was popular among both Hindus and Muslims.
Q4. In which region of India was the family system matrilineal in the 18th century?
- Punjab
- Kerala
- Bengal
- Maharashtra
Correct Option: 2. Kerala.
Explanation: In Kerala, the family system was matrilineal, meaning inheritance passed through the female line, which was an exception in an otherwise patriarchal society.
Q5. Where was the practice of Sati more common in 18th century India?
- Maharashtra and Gujarat
- Kerala and Tamil Nadu
- Uttar Pradesh and Punjab
- Rajputana and Bengal
Correct Option: 4. Rajputana and Bengal.
Explanation: The practice of sati (widow burning) was more common in northern India, especially in regions like Rajputana and Bengal, and less so in the southern regions where it was rarely practiced.