Associations, Journals, Books and Plays: UPSC Previous Year Questions (Modern History)
3 previous year UPSC Prelims questions on Associations, Journals, Books and Plays (Modern History). Choose an option to see the answer and explanation.
Explanations state facts as of the year each question was asked; words like “recently” refer to that year.
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UPSC 2007Modern History · Associations, Journals, Books and Plays
Q1. The song ‘Amar Sonar Bangla’ written during the Swadeshi Movement of India inspired the liberation struggle of Bangladesh and was adopted as the National Anthem of Bangladesh. Who wrote this song?
Explanation
The song "Amar Sonar Bangla" (My Golden Bengal) was written by Tagore in 1905 during the Swadeshi Movement, which was a protest against the partition of Bengal by the British colonial government. The song was a rallying cry for unity and resistance against colonial rule. The song’s emotional appeal and patriotic fervor made it immensely popular among Bengalis. It later became the national anthem of Bangladesh after the country’s liberation in 1971.
UPSC 2007Modern History · Associations, Journals, Books and Plays
Q2. Who among the following started the newspaper Shome Prakash?
Explanation
Somprakash was started by Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar and played a pivotal role in fostering nationalism during the era of colonial India. Its weekly publication every Monday earned it the name "Somprakash." Its impact was particularly pronounced in raising the awareness of the ryots, challenging landlord injustices and the exploitation of indigo farmers and vociferously criticizing the British taxation policies that burdened the impoverished masses. Moreover, it played a significant role in advocating for industrialization.
UPSC 2007Modern History · Associations, Journals, Books and Plays
Q3. Who among the following wrote the book Bahubivah?
Explanation
Chandra Vidyasagar (1820-1891) was a renowned Bengali social reformer, educator, and writer during the 19th century. He played a pivotal role in advocating for women’s rights, including widow remarriage and the abolition of polygamy. The book "Bahubivah" (Polygamy) was written by Vidyasagar as a critique of the practice of polygamy in Hindu society. He argued against the custom, highlighting its detrimental effects on women and families. His work was part of a broader effort to reform Hindu social practices and promote gender equality. His writings and activism contributed significantly to the passage of the Widow Remarriage Act of 1856 and other social reforms in colonial India.
Answer key for these questions
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UPSC year
Correct answer
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2007
(d) Rabindranath Tagore
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2007
(b) Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
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2007
(b) Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
Frequently asked questions
How many previous year UPSC questions are there on Associations, Journals, Books and Plays?
This page covers 3 previous year UPSC Prelims GS Paper-I questions on Associations, Journals, Books and Plays (Modern History), asked from 1996 to 2008. Each has the correct answer and an explanation.
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Questions on Associations, Journals, Books and Plays (Modern History) are available for 9 years, from 1996 to 2008. Use the Year filter to practise a single paper.
