Chapter 7 — Online MCQ Test
HISTORY · Grade 11 · CBSE(NCERT)
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This chapter covers: Paths to Modernisation.
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Chapter 7 — Important Questions & Answers
Which country is best known for carrying out a rapid process of state-led industrial and military modernisation during the Meiji period?
- A. China
- B. Japan
- C. Korea
- D. Vietnam
Answer: B. Japan
Japan modernised rapidly after the Meiji Restoration by reforming its political, military, and economic institutions. It became the main example of successful Asian modernisation in the chapter.
Japan modernised rapidly after the Meiji Restoration by reforming its political, military, and economic institutions. It became the main example of successful Asian modernisation in the chapter.
The Meiji Restoration began in which year?
- A. 1853
- B. 1868
- C. 1871
- D. 1894
Answer: B. 1868
The Meiji Restoration began in 1868, when imperial rule was restored in Japan. This marked the start of major reforms.
The Meiji Restoration began in 1868, when imperial rule was restored in Japan. This marked the start of major reforms.
Why did Japan send students and officials to Europe and the United States during the Meiji period?
- A. To settle colonies abroad
- B. To study modern institutions and technology
- C. To learn religious conversion methods
- D. To escape military service
Answer: B. To study modern institutions and technology
Japan sent delegations abroad to learn about Western political systems, industries, and education. These lessons were then adapted to Japan's needs.
Japan sent delegations abroad to learn about Western political systems, industries, and education. These lessons were then adapted to Japan's needs.
How did Japan's industrialisation differ from that of many Western countries?
- A. It happened without any role of the state
- B. It was slower and more fragmented than in Europe
- C. It was closely guided and supported by the government
- D. It relied mainly on slave labour plantations
Answer: C. It was closely guided and supported by the government
Unlike many Western cases where private capital played a major role, the Japanese state actively encouraged and directed industrial growth. This made the process highly organised.
Unlike many Western cases where private capital played a major role, the Japanese state actively encouraged and directed industrial growth. This made the process highly organised.
Which of the following is the best inference from Japan's rapid modernisation in the late 19th century?
- A. Modernisation always required colonial rule by Europeans
- B. A non-Western country could modernise by selectively adopting foreign ideas
- C. Industrial growth was impossible without abandoning all traditions
- D. Democracy automatically preceded industrialisation everywhere
Answer: B. A non-Western country could modernise by selectively adopting foreign ideas
Japan adopted Western techniques and institutions selectively while preserving key elements of its own identity. This shows modernisation did not require full Westernisation.
Japan adopted Western techniques and institutions selectively while preserving key elements of its own identity. This shows modernisation did not require full Westernisation.