Explanation

1. Brahmins – Priests, scholars, and teachers (highest caste).
2. Kshatriyas – Warriors and rulers.
3. Vaishyas – Traders and merchants.
4. Shudras – Laborers and service providers.

Explanation

Sir Agha Khan led the Simla Deputation

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Simla Deputation organized by the Indian Muslim leaders met the Governor-General and Viceroy Lord Minto in Simla on 1 October 1906. 

The delegation of Simla deputation met Lord Minto on 1st October 1906

Explanation

• The Viceroy of India at the time the Indian National Congress was formed in 1885 was Lord Dufferin.
• The Indian National Congress was formed when 72 representatives from all over the country met at Bombay in 1885.
• The Indian National Congress dominated the Indian movement for independence from Great Britain.

Explanation

Babar laid the foundation of the Mughal Empire in 1526 by defeating Ibrahim Lodhi at the First Battle of Panipat.

The First Battle of Panipat was fought between Babur and the Lodi Empire, which took place on 21 April 1526 in North India.

It marked the beginning of the Mughal Empire

It took place in North India and the end of the Delhi Sultanate.

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The Second Battle of Panipat was fought between the forces of Hemu and the army of Akbar, on November 5, 1556.

The third battle of Panipat was fought between Marahatas and Afghans on January 14, 1761

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Explanation

 Total houses of UK parliament: 2 

Upper house of British Parliament: House of Lords

Lower house of British Parliament: House of Commons

Seats of House of Commons: 650

Seats of House of Lords: 767

Explanation

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• Military Overextension: Constant wars (e.g., Deccan campaigns) drained resources.
• Religious Policies: Aurangzeb’s reversal of Akbar’s tolerance alienated Hindus and Sikhs, sparking rebellions (e.g., Sikh uprisings, Rajput conflicts).
• Economic Strain: Heavy taxation and famine weakened the agrarian economy.
• Administrative Breakdown: Corruption grew, and regional governors (like the Nizam of Hyderabad) gained autonomy.

Explanation

After the 1857 War of Independence, the British Government took direct control from the East India Company in 1858.

Wood's Despatch (1854) laid the foundation for modern education just before the Company's rule ended.

Explanation

The Third Battle of Panipat took place on 14 January 1761

This battle was fought at Panipat Delhi India

It was fought between the:

•  Maratha Empire (led by Sadashivrao Bhau)
  
• Afghan army (of Ahmad Shah Durrani)
  

Result: Durrani victory

Additional information:

1st battle of Panipat: 1526

2nd battle of Panipat: 1556