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With reference to the British rule in India, mention two economic factors, which became the causes of the First War of Independence, 1857.


i. An Act was passed in 1720 which prohibited the use of Indian silk and calicoes in England.

ii. Heavy duties on Indian products were imposed whereas British products were sold without any duties.

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What did the British do to foster the policy of Divide and Rule, which gave rise to the formation of the Muslim League?

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Name two leaders of the Swaraj Party. Why were they said to be Pro-Changers ?

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State two reasons given by the Cabinet Mission for rejecting the demand for a separate State of Pakistan.


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Mention any two provisions of the Indian Independence Act, 1947.

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State two underlying principles of Fascism. 

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Name the signatory countries of the Triple Entente (1907).   

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Name the permanent member countries of the Security Council.

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State any two functions of the UNDP.

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State the importance of Articles  1 and 2 of the Human Rights Declaration.

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