Who was the first Indian to become a member of the British Parliament?

A - Dadabhai Naoroji

B - W.C. Banerji

C - M.K.Gandhi

D - D.N. Wanchu

Answer : A

Explanation

In 1867, Dadabhai Naoroji put forward the 'drain of wealth' theory also known as Drain Theory.

Who was the Governor General of India when the Vernacular Press Act was passed?

A - Lord Lytton

B - Lord Curzon

C - Lord Ripon

D - Lord Dalhousie

Answer : A

Explanation

The act was proposed by Lord Lytton, then Viceroy of India, and was unanimously passed by the Viceroy's Council on 14 March 1878.

Who introduced "Permanent Revenue Settlement" ?

A - William Bentict

B - Wellesley

C - Delhousie

D - Cornwallies

Answer : D

Explanation

The Permanent Settlement of Bengal was brought into effect by the East India Company headed by the Governor-General Lord Cornwallis in 1793.