CSS British History Past Paper 2013
Paper-I
PART-2(Subjective) 80 Marks
Attempt ONLY FOUR Questions. (20×4)
PART-II
Q2. State briefly and succinctly the causes and results of the Glorious Revolution of 1688.
Q3. Describe the overseas possessions of England during Queen Anne’s period.
Q4. Discuss briefly the constitutional and political importance of the Hanoverians’ succession to the throne of England.
Q5. What methods did George III adopt in carrying out his determination to be the real ruler of the country?
Q6. Why were there so many disputes and distresses among the people after 1815?
Q7. What were the main achievements of Lord Castlereagh in foreign affairs after the Congress of Vienna?
Q8. Write notes on any TWO of the following:
(a) Reforms of the Whigs Government between 1833–41.
(b) Causes and results of the Seven Years’ War.
(c) William IV – “The Sailor King.”
(d) Chartist Movement.
Paper-II
PART-2(Subjective) 80 Marks
Attempt ONLY FOUR Questions. (20×4)
PART-II
Q2. How and why did Great Britain implement the Durham Report of 1839? Discuss the results of its implementation.
Q3. Explain the development of the British Labour Movement and its organizations. How did it influence British politics?
Q4. Explain the origin, development, and aims of the British movement for women’s emancipation.
Q5. Why did Germany become the main enemy of Britain before and during WWI? How did the British Royal House react to this new situation? Discuss.
Q6. What was the consequence of WWII for Britain’s role in the world? Discuss.
Q7. Explain the reasons for Britain’s reluctance to join the EU and to identify with the idea of a United Europe.
Q8. Write comprehensive notes on any TWO of the following:
(i) Lord Kitchener
(ii) Ramsay MacDonald
(iii) John Stuart Mill
(iv) Utilitarianism