ICSE Class 10

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

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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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