Competitive exams such as OSSSC RI, ARI, Amin, SFS, or ICDS Supervisor and seeking comprehensive knowledge of Odisha’s modern history. We’ve curated a set of 30 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) that delve into the dynamic historical narrative of Odisha. These questions cover pivotal events, rebellions, and contributions to the Indian independence movement, providing a solid foundation for your exam preparation. From the advent of European powers in Odisha to the significant rebellions faced by the British administration, each question offers valuable insights into Odisha’s historical trajectory. So, gear up and test your knowledge with these MCQs to ace your upcoming exams! Here are the answers to the MCQs:
Top 30 Modern History of Odisha in Odisha MCQs for OSSSC RI,ARI, Amin, SFS, ICDS Supervisor
- The Ghumsar Uprising was led by which leader?A) Surendra Sai
B) Madhubandhu Acharya
C) Chakara Bissoyi
D) Laxman Naik
Answer: C) Chakara Bissoyi - The Bhuyan Uprising in Odisha occurred during which year?A) 1848
B) 1855
C) 1860
D) 1869
Answer: B) 1855 - The great famine of 1866 in Odisha was also known as?A) Chakara Famine
B) Garjan Famine
C) Na-Anka Famine
D) Konark Famine
Answer: C) Na-Anka Famine - The estimated death toll of the 1866 famine in Odisha was about how many?A) 100,000
B) 500,000
C) 1,000,000
D) 1,500,000
Answer: C) 1,000,000 - Which socio-religious movement started in Odisha during the British colonial period?A) Brahmo Movement
B) Arya Samaj
C) Mahima Dharma
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above - The Portuguese established their settlements in Odisha around which year?A) 1525
B) 1625
C) 1725
D) 1825
Answer: B) 1625 - In which district did the Portuguese establish their settlements in Odisha?A) Ganjam
B) Puri
C) Balasore
D) Cuttack
Answer: C) Balasore - The first British factory was established in Odisha at which place?A) Puri
B) Cuttack
C) Pipili
D) Balasore
Answer: D) Balasore - Who was the leader of the Praja Revolt in Odisha?A) Madhubandhu Acharya
B) Surendra Sai
C) Chakara Bissoyi
D) Gopabandhu Das
Answer: B) Surendra Sai - The Satya Mahima Dharma was founded by?A) Gopabandhu Das
B) Chakara Bissoyi
C) Madhubandhu Acharya
D) Mahima Gosain
Answer: D) Mahima Gosain - Which movement in Odisha aimed at abolishing caste discrimination and promoting equality?A) Brahmo Movement
B) Satya Mahima Dharma
C) Arya Samaj
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above - The Revolt of 1857 was led in Odisha by?A) Laxman Naik
B) Chakara Bissoyi
C) Madhubandhu Acharya
D) Surendra Sai
Answer: D) Surendra Sai - The Portuguese influence in Odisha began to decline in which century?A) 16th century
B) 17th century
C) 18th century
D) 19th century
Answer: B) 17th century - The Portuguese built which structures in Odisha?A) Churches
B) Temples
C) Mosques
D) Palaces
Answer: A) Churches - The educational reforms in Odisha during British rule focused primarily on what?A) Western education
B) Traditional education
C) Vocational training
D) Religious education
Answer: A) Western education - Which major factor contributed to the famine in Odisha in 1866?A) Drought
B) Flood
C) Cyclone
D) All of the above
Answer: A) Drought - The Britishers could not establish their settlements properly in Odisha during which period?A) Until the 15th century
B) Until the 17th century
C) Until the 19th century
D) Until the 21st century
Answer: B) Until the 17th century - The decline of Portuguese influence in Odisha allowed which European power to gain strength in the region?A) French
B) Dutch
C) British
D) Spanish
Answer: C) British - Which movement aimed at eradicating superstition and promoting social reform in Odisha?A) Brahmo Movement
B) Arya Samaj
C) Satya Mahima Dharma
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above - In what year did General Robert Clive acquire the Diwani rights of Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha?A) 1757
B) 1765
C) 1770
D) 1780
Answer: B) 1765 - Who granted the Diwani rights of Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha to the East India Company?A) Tipu Sultan
B) Aurangzeb
C) Shah Alam II
D) Hyder Ali
Answer: C) Shah Alam II - Which present-day district was included in the Northern Circars obtained by the East India Company?A) Puri
B) Cuttack
C) Ganjam
D) Khurda
Answer: C) Ganjam - The Northern Circars consisted of which areas?A) Puri and Khurda
B) Cuttack and Balasore
C) Chicacole, Rajahmundry, Ellore, and Guntur
D) Sambalpur and Balangir
Answer: C) Chicacole, Rajahmundry, Ellore, and Guntur - What was the first settlement made by the British East India Company in Odisha?A) Puri
B) Cuttack
C) Jagatsinghpur (Harishpur)
D) Balasore
Answer: C) Jagatsinghpur (Harishpur) - Which part of Odisha did the British East India Company acquire from the Northern Circars?A) Coastal Odisha
B) Central Odisha
C) Western Odisha
D) Northern Odisha
Answer: A) Coastal Odisha - How did the acquisition of Oriya-speaking tracts help the British authorities?A) It facilitated trade routes
B) It helped them conquer Odisha with ease
C) It provided them with natural resources
D) It established diplomatic relations with the local rulers
Answer: B) It helped them conquer Odisha with ease - Which region did the British East India Company obtain along with the Northern Circars?A) Madras
B) Midnapore
C) Visakhapatnam
D) Calcutta
Answer: B) Midnapore - The British established their control in Odisha after which battle?A) Battle of Plassey
B) Battle of Buxar
C) Battle of Karnal
D) Battle of Panipat
Answer: B) Battle of Buxar - Which Oriya-speaking tracts were acquired by the British authorities?A) Only Midnapore
B) Both South and North tracts
C) Only Ganjam
D) None of the above
Answer: B) Both South and North tracts - What year did the British East India Company acquire the Northern Circars?A) 1750
B) 1765
C) 1770
D) 1780
Answer: B) 1765 - Why did the British establish their first settlement in Harishpur (Jagatsinghpur)?A) It was strategically located
B) It was the capital of Odisha
C) It was rich in natural resources
D) It was the birthplace of General Robert Clive
Answer: A) It was strategically located - What impact did the acquisition of Oriya-speaking tracts have on British control in Odisha?A) It made it harder to control the region
B) It led to resistance from local rulers
C) It facilitated British expansion in the region
D) It had no significant impact
Answer: C) It facilitated British expansion in the region
