List of top History Questions asked in CBSE CLASS XII

How did Gandhiji glorify charkha?
Why was wheel considered as an exquisite piece of machinery?
Why was Gandhiji critical of machines?
How has Kabir advocated an inclusive and compassionate view of humanity?
How does Kabir's philosophy contribute to a broader understanding of spiritualism?
How did Kabir describe the ultimate reality?
In what way did Devanampiya receive reports and disposed of the affairs of the people?
How did Devanampiya's approach differ from past arrangements regarding the handling of affairs?
Who was referred to as Devanampiya Piyadassi?
Examine Bernier's description of Crown ownership of land and lack of private property during Mughal India.
“In the ancient Indian subcontinent there were populations beyond the influence of Brahminical idea of four Varnas.” Explain the statement with examples.
“In the ancient India, the Kingship was not only with Kshatriyas but also with Non-Kshatriyas.” Explain the statement with examples.
Why were the British so keen to acquire Awadh? Explain.
How did the rumours play a role in moving the people to revolt against the British during 1857? Explain.
Analyse how Santhals settled in the periphery of Raj Mahal hills in the beginning of nineteenth century.
Explain why women were considered an important resource in agrarian society during sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.
Analyse how the ruins of Hampi were brought to light in 1800 by Colin Mackenzie.
“According to Jaina teachings, the birth and rebirth was shaped through Karma." Explain the statement.
On whose advice among the following did Gandhiji attempt to visit British India and learn about the land and its people?

Identify the name of a British official from the information given below. 
• He adopted policies of reforming Indian society by introducing western education. 
• He established laws to abolish Sati system. 
• He permitted remarriage of Hindu widows

Which of the following terms is used to describe Gandhiji's philosophy of ‘Non-violence'?

Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched ?

Select the significance of 26 November, 1949 in relation to the Constituent Assembly from the following options:

Arrange the following in chronological order and choose the correct option: 
I. Limitation Law passed by the British 
II. Starting of Permanent Settlement in Bengal 
III. Santhal Rebellion 
IV. Ryotwari settlement in Bombay Deccan 

 

Who among the following proposed a ‘Policy of Pacification' with the Paharias in 1770 in Bhagalpur?