ICSE ICSE Class 8 - CISCE Question Bank Solutions

Mention the terms and conditions under the Doctrine of Lapse method.

Did the Doctrine of Lapse method have an advantage for the Indian rulers? Why?

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The Charter Act of 1813, directed the Company to spend ________ lakh rupees on the education of Indians.

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Lord Macaulay insisted that Western education should be imparted through the medium of vernacular languages.

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In what way would be westernized Indians help to promote the interests of British manufacturers?

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How did the knowledge of contemporary nationalist movements in Europe inspire the Indians?

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Mention any two positive effects of the introduction of English in the Indian educational system.

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How would the improved transport and communication system benefit the Indian later?

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The Charter Act of 1813 passed by the British Parliament was the first major step to introduce changes in the Indian system of education. In this context discuss:

The general directives issued to the Company in the Charter Act of 1813 and its inherent weakness

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The Charter Act of 1813 passed by the British Parliament was the first major step to introduce changes in the Indian system of education. In this context discuss:

The Great Debate over the content and medium of education

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The Charter Act of 1813 passed by the British Parliament was the first major step to introduce changes in the Indian system of education. In this context discuss:

The introduction and spread of Western education

When the Charter Act of 1813 was passed a great controversy arose on the issue of education.
What was the controversy about?

When the Charter Act of 1813 was passed a great controversy arose on the issue of education.
How was it resolved?

The impact of Western ideas and education gave birth to a new awakening. Explain.

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Prior to the outbreak of the Revolt, Bahadur Shah Zafar lived in Delhi as a _________ of the British.

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The rumour regarding greased cartridges started in __________.

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Mangal Pandey was a sepoy at ___________ who refused to use the greased cartridges in 1857.

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The Revolt in __________ was led by Nana Saheb.

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_________ led the Revolt in Lucknow.