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 MCQs for OSSSC RI,ARI, Amin, SFS, ICDS Supervisor
- In which year did the Portuguese establish settlements at Pipili (Balasore district)?
[A] 1625 AD
[B] 1633 AD
[C] 1765 AD
[D] 1803 AD
Correct Answer: A [1625 AD] - When did the First British settlement occur at Hariharpur?
[A] 1625 AD
[B] 1633 AD
[C] 1765 AD
[D] 1803 AD
Correct Answer: B [1633 AD] - Who acquired the Diwani rights of Odisha in 1765 AD?
[A] Robert Clive
[B] Major Broughton
[C] Bakshi Jagabandhu
[D] Surendra Sai
Correct Answer: A [Robert Clive] - In which year did the English occupy Barabati Fort near Cuttack?
[A] 1765 AD
[B] 1803 AD
[C] 1804 AD
[D] 1833 AD
Correct Answer: B [1803 AD] - The Khorda Rebellion was led by whom in 1804 AD?
[A] Robert Clive
[B] Bakshi Jagabandhu
[C] Jayee Krushna Rajguru
[D] Surendra Sai
Correct Answer: C [Jayee Krushna Rajguru] - Who acquired Sambalpur in 1804 AD?
[A] Major Broughton
[B] Robert Clive
[C] Bakshi Jagabandhu
[D] Chandan Hajuri
Correct Answer: A [Major Broughton] - In which year did the Paika Rebellion occur?
[A] 1817 AD
[B] 1825 AD
[C] 1833 AD
[D] 1857 AD
Correct Answer: A [1817 AD] - When did Bakshi Jagabandhu surrender?
[A] 1817 AD
[B] 1825 AD
[C] 1833 AD
[D] 1857 AD
Correct Answer: B [1825 AD] - The Revolt in Sambalpur by Surendra Sai occurred in which year?
[A] 1817 AD
[B] 1825 AD
[C] 1833 AD
[D] 1857 AD
Correct Answer: C [1833 AD] - In which year did the Ghumsar Rebellion start?
[A] 1817 AD
[B] 1825 AD
[C] 1833 AD
[D] 1857 AD
Correct Answer: C [1833 AD] - Surendra Sai, Chandan Hajuri, and Ramakrishna Samantasinghar joined the Sepoy Mutiny in which year?
[A] 1835 AD
[B] 1865-66 AD
[C] 1867 AD
[D] 1868 AD
Correct Answer: A [1835 AD] - When did the Na’anka Famine occur?
[A] 1865-66 AD
[B] 1867 AD
[C] 1868 AD
[D] 1869 AD
Correct Answer: A [1865-66 AD] - The opening of College in Cuttack took place in which year?
[A] 1865-66 AD
[B] 1867 AD
[C] 1868 AD
[D] 1869 AD
Correct Answer: B [1867 AD] - The Bhuyan Uprising happened in which year?
[A] 1865-66 AD
[B] 1867 AD
[C] 1868 AD
[D] 1869 AD
Correct Answer: C [1868 AD] - In which year was the Utkal Brahmo Samaj formed?
[A] 1882 AD
[B] 1896 AD
[C] 1868 AD
[D] 1869 AD
Correct Answer: A [1882 AD] - In which year was the Utkal Union Conference formed?
[A] 1903 AD
[B] 1905 AD
[C] 1909 AD
[D] 1921 AD
Correct Answer: A [1903 AD] - What event occurred in Odisha in 1905 AD?
[A] Formation of Utkal Union Samillani
[B] Formation of Satyabadi Vana Vidyalaya
[C] Peasant Revolt at Kanika
[D] Odisha was granted status of a province
Correct Answer: B [Formation of Utkal Union Samillani] - When was the Satyabadi Vana Vidyalaya established at Puri?
[A] 1905 AD
[B] 1909 AD
[C] 1921 AD
[D] 1922 AD
Correct Answer: B [1909 AD] - Mahatma Gandhi’s first visit to Odisha occurred in which year?
[A] 1905 AD
[B] 1909 AD
[C] 1921 AD
[D] 1922 AD
Correct Answer: C [1921 AD] - What event took place in 1922 AD in Odisha?
[A] Peasant Revolt at Kanika
[B] Foot March towards Inchudi at Balasore
[C] Satyagrahis manufactured salt at Inchudi
[D] Formation of Odisha State’s People’s Conference
Correct Answer: A [Peasant Revolt at Kanika] - On which date did the Foot March towards Inchudi at Balasore begin in 1930 AD?
[A] 6th April
[B] 14th April
[C] 1st April
[D] 1st December
Correct Answer: A [6th April] - When did the Satyagrahis manufacture salt at Inchudi?
[A] 6th April 1930 AD
[B] 14th April 1930 AD
[C] 1931 AD
[D] 1st April 1936 AD
Correct Answer: B [14th April 1930 AD] - In which year was the Odisha State’s People’s Conference formed?
[A] 1921 AD
[B] 1922 AD
[C] 1930 AD
[D] 1931 AD
Correct Answer: D [1931 AD] - When was Odisha granted the status of a province?
[A] 1903 AD
[B] 1921 AD
[C] 1931 AD
[D] 1st April 1936 AD
Correct Answer: D [1st April 1936 AD] - Prajamandal was formed in which year?
[A] 1931 AD
[B] 1936 AD
[C] 1938 AD
[D] 1940 AD
Correct Answer: C [1938 AD] - What movement was launched in Odisha on 1st December 1940 AD?
[A] Satyagraha Movement
[B] Quit India Movement
[C] Individual Civil Disobedience Movement
[D] Non-Cooperation Movement
Correct Answer: C [Individual Civil Disobedience Movement] - When was the Coalition Ministry formed with the Maharaja of Paralakhemundi?
[A] November 1941 AD
[B] 28th September 1942 AD
[C] 29th March 1943 AD
[D] December 1947 AD
Correct Answer: A [November 1941 AD] - The Massacre of Eram in Basudevpur occurred on which date?
[A] 28th September 1942 AD
[B] 29th March 1943 AD
[C] December 1947 AD
[D] 1st January 1948 AD
Correct Answer: A [28th September 1942 AD] - On 29th March 1943 AD, who was executed in Behrampur Jail?
[A] Mahatma Gandhi
[B] Martyr Laxman Naik
[C] Surendra Sai
[D] Sardar Patel
Correct Answer: B [Martyr Laxman Naik] - When did Sardar Patel come to Odisha for its merger?
[A] December 1947 AD
[B] 1st January 1948 AD
[C] 1949 AD
[D] 1948 AD
Correct Answer: A [December 1947 AD]
