Correctly matched pairs in modern Indian history — UPSC Prelims PYQ 1998

Which of the following pairs are correctly matched?

1. Theodore Beck — Mohammadan Anglo-Oriental College
2. Ilbert Bill — Ripon
3. Pherozeshah Mehta — Indian National Congress
4. Badruddin Tyabji — Muslim League

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

1. I, II, III and IV
2. II and IV
3. I, III and IV
4. I, II and III

Explanation

Option (d) is correct

• Theodore Beck was associated with the Mohammadan Anglo-Oriental College as its principal, so Pair I is correct. The Ilbert Bill Controversy took place during the viceroyalty of Lord Ripon, making Pair II correct. Pherozeshah Mehta was an important leader of the Indian National Congress, so Pair III is also correct. However, Badruddin Tyabji was associated with the Indian National Congress and served as its president, not with the All-India Muslim League.

Answer: (d) I, II and III