Unfortunately, he died on 18 August 1999, — 9 History & Culture of Uttarakhand PYQs with Answers | UKPSC PYQ Hub

Question 1

In Almora, Congress was established in the year?

Accepted Answer

1912. It was due to the effort of Lala Lajpat Rai, Congress was established in Almora in 1912.

Question 2

In which year did the Kumaun Parishad merge with congress ?

Accepted Answer

1926. In 1926 the Kumaon Parishad merged with congress.

Question 3

With which community the ‘Dola-palki’ movement was associated?

Accepted Answer

Dalits. The 'Dola Palki' movement was a social and political movement that took place in Uttarakhand, India, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. 'Dola Palki' movement was associated with Dalits (lower castes).

Question 4

Who led the anti-mining movement of women of Khirakot ?

Accepted Answer

Radha Bahan. Radha Bahan led the anti-mining movement of women of Khirakot.

Question 5

'Tand Tax' was collected from

Accepted Answer

Weavers. 'Tand Tax' was also called taan (cloth) - tax. It was taken from the weavers.

Question 6

Who participated in 'Dandi March' of Gandhiji from Uttarakhand?

Accepted Answer

Jyotiram Kandpal. Jyotiram Kandpal and Bhairavadatta Joshi were active representatives from Kumaon in the Salt March, participated in 'Dandi March' of Gandhiji from Uttarakhand.

Question 7

'Dola Palki' movement was associated with :

Accepted Answer

Shilpakars. The movement was led by Shilpakars cause Shilpkar (Dalit) were faced discrimination in society. So all prominent leaders of Indian Independence movement, including M.K. Gandhi, whole heartedly supported this movement that was started by Jayan and Bhatri in 1923 in the Pauri Garhwal district.

Question 8

Which city of Uttarakhand had the most effect of 1857 Revolution?

Accepted Answer

Haldwani. The 1857 Revolution was a major uprising against the British East India company in India. The Rebellion began in Meerut and spread to other parts of India including Uttarakhand Haldwani was one of the city among these which was most affected by the Rebellion.