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Q154. The native state of Tripura became involved in the freedom movement early in the 20th century because:

The native state of Tripura became involved in the freedom movement early in the 20th century because:

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Correct Answer: Option (D) — there were already some groups fighting against the kingship and its protector, the British

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Tripura became drawn into the national movement as various internal reform groups and agrarian revolts resisted both the feudal oppression of the local Manikya kings and their British protectors, aligning local struggles with the broader anti-imperialist movement.

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In princely states, the national movement typically aligned with Praja Mandal agitations fighting the twin oppression of local rulers and British paramountey.

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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2000 (Q154)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicModern History → Partition & Independence
Official Answer KeyOption (D) — there were already some groups fighting against the kingship and its protector, the British

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Frequently Asked Questions — UPSC Prelims 2000 Q154

What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2000 GS Paper I Question 154 (Modern History)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2000 Modern History (Partition & Independence) question is Option (D): "there were already some groups fighting against the kingship and its protector, the British". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

Which UPSC Prelims syllabus topic does this 2000 question belong to?

This question belongs to GS Paper I under the subject "Modern History" and micro-topic "Partition & Independence". You can explore all repeated questions from Partition & Independence in Acme AI's 3D Prelims PYQ Realm or practice 50 full-length and sectional tests in the APT Prelims Test Series.

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In princely states, the national movement typically aligned with Praja Mandal agitations fighting the twin oppression of local rulers and British paramountey.

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