CSS British History Past Paper 2007
Paper-I
PART-2(Subjective) 80 Marks
Attempt ONLY FOUR Questions. (20×4)
PART-II
Q.2. Write a note on the Constitutional progress during the reign of William III and Mary from 1689 to 1702.
Q.3. “The peace of Utrecht marks the true end of the 17th century and the beginning of the 18th, in the history of Europe. Wars of religion came to an end and wars for trade and colonial empires took place. Above all the peace marks the final failure of the plans of Louis XIV. His price was now humble and the power of France was shattered.” (Southgate) Comment.
Q.4. What was the ‘personal rule’ of George III? How was it established and also narrate the causes of its failure.
Q.5. ‘It has often been said that this system (the old Colonial System) was conceived wholly in the interest of the mother country.’ (Ramsay Muir) Comment.
Q.6. What were the results of the American War of Independence? It is said that it not only liberated America but also Britain. Discuss.
Q.7. What measures were adopted by England to check the French Revolution for its spread in Europe (1793-1797). Narrate the measures.
Q.8. Write short notes on any Two of the following: (a) John Wilkes
(b) Agrarian Revolution
(c) Parliamentary Reform Act 1832
(d) Sir Robert Peel
Paper-II
PART-2(Subjective) 80 Marks
Attempt ONLY FOUR Questions. (20×4)
PART-II
Q.2. According to Cyril Falls, World War II (1939-45) was essentially a war of revenge initiated by Germany. Discuss.
Q.3. How did Britain gain by Salisbury’s Policy of Prudent Gain and Constant Concessions?
Q.4. Explain the Policy of Disraeli with special reference to Peace with Honour.
Q.5. Give an account of the various social laws passed by the Liberals in power from 1906-15.
Q.6. Give an account of the chief events of the Foreign Policy of Anthony Eden (1951-57).
Q.7. The Russian Revolution of 1917 was an economic explosion hastened by the stupidities of autocratic Governments. Discuss.
Q.8. Write short notes on the following:
(a) Splendid Isolation
(b) Holy Alliance
(c) Shrinkage of Turkey
(d) Winston Churchill