Short Answer TypeWhat is meant by the term Cold War?
The Cold War can be said to be a condition of extreme political unfriendliness and hostilities between two equally powerful states or groups of states. In the context of world history, it was a ‘war without weapons’ between two power blocs led by the USA and the USSR.
Long Answer TypeThe early Congressmen were liberal in their views and programmes. This led to the rise of
radical nationalists who demanded more forceful action against the British. In this context,
discuss the following:
(a) Reasons why the early Congressmen were called ‘Moderates’.
(b) How did the Moderates differ from the Assertive Nationalists in realising their objectives?
(c) How did Tilak bring a new wave in Indian politics that was distinct from the early Congressmen?
The reasons for the formation of the Muslim League were many. In this context, explain:
(a) Any three factors that led to the formation of the League in India.
(b) Any three demands made by the Muslim Deputation in 1906 to the Viceroy Lord Minto.
(c) The aims and objectives of the Muslim League.
The Congress Working Committee passed the famous ‘Quit India Resolution’ at Wardha in July 1942. With reference to this, answer the following questions:
(a) What were the reasons behind the passing of this resolution?
(b) What was the British government’s reaction to the Quit India Movement?
(c) What was the impact and significance of this movement?
Study the picture given below and answer the questions that follow:
(a) Identify the leader in the picture.
(b) State any four factors that led to the rise of dictatorships in Germany and Italy.
(c) Why did he invade Poland? State two similarities between Fascism and Nazism.
The United Nations Organisation was established to maintain peace and ‘promote social progress and better standards of life in larger freedom.’ With reference to this, explain the following:
(a) The composition of the Security Council.
(b) The functions of the Security Council with related to maintaining World Peace.
(c) The role of UNESCO in the development of Science and Technology.
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