ICSE Class 10 First Phase of the Indian National Movement (Moderates) — Mock Test (2027)
Free online mock test for First Phase of the Indian National Movement (Moderates) (ICSE Class 10 History and Civics) — 10 competency-based questions based on the latest CISCE 2027 syllabus, with instant marking. Try the samples below, then take the full test free.
What to expect: This mock test covers key concepts from the First Phase of the Indian National Movement (Moderates) chapter — including application-based and competency-focused questions aligned with how ICSE actually sets the paper.
Tip: Attempt without notes first to identify gaps, then review explanations for any wrong answers. Retake after a few days for best retention.
Sample questions
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1.According to the Early Nationalists, what was considered an obstacle in India's progress, and what did they demand as a solution?
- A.British rule; immediate armed rebellion
- B.Social and economic backwardness; democratic self-government
- C.Lack of education; British-style monarchy
- D.Religious divisions; partition of India
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2.Surendranath Banerjee started an agitation against which two colonial Acts during the nationalist movement?
- A.Vernacular Press Act and Rowlatt Act
- B.License Act and Arms Act
- C.Indian Councils Act and Pitt’s India Act
- D.Regulating Act and Charter Act
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3.Which prominent Indian nationalist leader was popularly called 'The Grand Old Man of India'?
- A.Bal Gangadhar Tilak
- B.Gopal Krishna Gokhale
- C.Dadabhai Naoroji
- D.Surendranath Banerjee
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4.Against which two British Acts did Surendranath Banerjee initiate agitations during the Moderate Phase?
- A.Rowlatt Act and Government of India Act
- B.Arms Act and Vernacular Press Act
- C.Indian Councils Act and Morley-Minto Reforms
- D.Regulating Act and Pitt's India Act
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5.Which of the following were two key demands of the Early Nationalists aimed at improving the condition of peasants?
- A.Abolition of zamindari system and land redistribution
- B.Reduction of land revenue and taxes on peasants
- C.Introduction of modern farming techniques and machinery
- D.Provision of free education and healthcare for peasants
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