West Bengal GK

Answer: Robert Clive Explanation: Governor Robert Clive implemented the Dual Administration System, wherein the administration was divided between the Company and the Nawab. However, in reality, the East India Company held complete control and consolidated power in its own hands.

Answer: 12th August, 1765 Explanation: On 12th August 1765, the East India Company acquired the Diwani rights over Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa.

Answer: 1959 Explanation: The Khadya Andolan, also referred to as the Food Movement of 1959, marked a significant turning point in the history of class struggle in West Bengal.

Answer: Lord Curzon Explanation: The infamous proposal of Partition of Bengal was introduced by Governor Lord Curzon and was carried into execution on 16th October, 1905.

Answer: All of the above Explanation: The Chittagong Uprising saw the notable leadership of Surya Sen, Nirmal Sen, Kalpana Dutta, Anant Singh, and Lokenath Bal.

Answer: 1972 Explanation: The Naxalbari Peasant Movement initiated in the Darjeeling district in 1972, resulting in a division within the Communist Party of India (Marxist). This schism gave rise to the formation of the Communist Party of India (Marxist-Leninist).

Answer: providing training for usage of Enfield Rifle Explanation: The School of Musketry was founded at the former Bengal Artillery headquarters in Dum Dum with the purpose of providing training for the utilization of the Enfield Rifle.

Answer: 1854 Explanation: In 1854, under the leadership of Sidhu and Kanhu, the Santhals proclaimed the termination of the Company’s rule and asserted their independence.

Answer: 16th October, 1905 Explanation: Governor Lord Curzon introduced and implemented the controversial proposition of the Partition of Bengal on 16th October, 1905.

Answer: Destroy British armouries and disrupt telephone lines Explanation: The objective of the Chittagong Uprising in 1930 was to dismantle the British armories and create disruption within the railway and communication networks.