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Preparing for competitive exams requires a strong grasp of important historical events, especially for Class 10 students aiming for success. This collection of 100+ Must-Know History MCQs covers essential topics such as Indian independence, world history, important revolutions, and notable leaders. These Class 10 History MCQ questions are designed to help students excel in exams like SSC, NDA, UPSC CSE<\/strong>, Railways, and various state-level exams<\/strong><\/a>. Download the free PDF to practice and enhance your historical knowledge, ensuring you’re well-prepared to tackle any history-related question in these competitive tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Importance of Class 10 History MCQs for Competitive Exams in India<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Class 10 History MCQs play an important role in building a strong foundation for students, especially those preparing for competitive exams. Here\u2019s why they are important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Concept Clarity<\/strong>: MCQs test a student\u2019s understanding of key historical concepts and events, reinforcing their knowledge of important topics like freedom movements, world wars, and cultural revolutions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Quick Revision<\/strong>: MCQs provide a quick and effective way to revise large portions of the syllabus, making it easier to remember key facts and dates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Competitive Exam Preparation<\/strong>: Many competitive exams such as SSC, UPSC, and state-level tests often include history MCQs<\/strong><\/a>. Practising them early on helps students familiarize themselves with the format and question types commonly asked in these exams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Critical Thinking<\/strong>: MCQs encourage students to think critically and analyse options carefully, developing their problem-solving skills, which are essential for success in exams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Time Management<\/strong>: Practicing MCQs trains students to manage their time efficiently during exams, as they need to solve questions quickly while ensuring accuracy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Top 20 Class 10 History MCQs: Sample Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Here are 20 sample Class 10 History MCQs with answers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q1. Who was the first Prime Minister of independent India?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Mahatma Gandhi<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) Jawaharlal Nehru<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Sardar Patel<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) Subhash Chandra Bose<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: b) Jawaharlal Nehru<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q2. Which movement did Mahatma Gandhi start to oppose the <\/strong>Rowlatt Act<\/em><\/strong>?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Non-Cooperation Movement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) Salt March<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Khilafat Movement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) Rowlatt Satyagraha<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: d) Rowlatt Satyagraha<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q3. In which year did the Jallianwala Bagh massacre take place?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) 1919<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) 1920<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) 1930<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) 1942<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: a) 1919<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q4. What was the main objective of the <\/strong>Civil Disobedience Movement<\/em><\/strong>?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Oppose British taxes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) Promote education<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Establish factories<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) Support British rule<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: a) Oppose British taxes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q5. Which country was blamed for causing <\/strong>World War I<\/em><\/strong>?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Germany<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) France<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Russia<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) Austria<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: a) Germany<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q6. When did the <\/strong>Quit India Movement<\/em><\/strong> begin?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) 1930<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) 1942<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) 1919<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) 1947<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: b) 1942<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q7. Who is known as the ‘Iron Man of India’?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Subhash Chandra Bose<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) Sardar Patel<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Jawaharlal Nehru<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) B.R. Ambedkar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: b) Sardar Patel<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q8. Which treaty ended World War I?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Treaty of Vienna<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) Treaty of Tordesillas<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Treaty of Versailles<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) Treaty of Paris<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: c) Treaty of Versailles<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q9. Who led the Dandi March in 1930?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Subhash Chandra Bose<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) Bhagat Singh<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Mahatma Gandhi<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) Jawaharlal Nehru<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: c) Mahatma Gandhi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q10. The French Revolution began in which year?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) 1789<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) 1789<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) 1815<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) 1917<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: b) 1789<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q11. Who was the <\/strong>founder of the Indian National Congress<\/strong>?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Mahatma Gandhi<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) A.O. Hume<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Bal Gangadhar Tilak<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) Dadabhai Naoroji<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: b) A.O. Hume<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q12. What was the main aim of the <\/strong>Simon Commission<\/strong>?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Review the working of Indian reforms<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) Support British taxation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Promote Indian agriculture<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) Encourage Indian artisans<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: a) Review the working of Indian reforms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q13. When did India gain independence from British rule?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) 1940<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) 1950<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) 1947<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) 1935<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: c) 1947<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q14. Who introduced the <\/strong>Doctrine of Lapse<\/em><\/strong>?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Lord Wellesley<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) Lord Dalhousie<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Lord Dalhousie<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) Lord Curzon<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: c) Lord Dalhousie<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q15. The <\/strong>Non-Cooperation Movement<\/em><\/strong> was suspended after which incident?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Dandi March<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) Jallianwala Bagh Massacre<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Chauri Chaura Incident<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) Simon Commission protest<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: c) Chauri Chaura Incident<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q16. Who was the leader of the Bolshevik Party during the <\/strong>Russian Revolution<\/em><\/strong>?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Vladimir Lenin<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) Joseph Stalin<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Leon Trotsky<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) Karl Marx<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: a) Vladimir Lenin<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q18. Which event is considered the spark that started World War I?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) Treaty of Versailles<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Sinking of the Lusitania<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) Russian Revolution<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: a) Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q19. In which year was the Berlin Wall built?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) 1961<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) 1945<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) 1950<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) 1975<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: a) 1961<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q19. Who gave the slogan \u201cInquilab Zindabad\u201d?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Bhagat Singh<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) Maulana Hasrat Mohani<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Lala Lajpat Rai<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) Subhash Chandra Bose<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: b) Maulana Hasrat Mohani<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Q19. Which leader is associated with the term ‘Swaraj’?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    a) Bal Gangadhar Tilak<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    b) Mahatma Gandhi<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    c) Jawaharlal Nehru<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    d) B.R. Ambedkar<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Answer: b) Mahatma Gandhi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n