Hyderabad and Awadh — Prelims Questions

Consider the following statements about the Nizams of Hyderabad: 1. The first Nizam was appointed by Emperor Aurangzeb 2. Hyderabad signed its first subsidiary alliance in 1798 3. The state was divided into administrative units called sarkars 4. Hyderabad supported the British during the 1857 revolt Which of the statements given above are correct?

The annexation of Awadh in 1856 was justified by the British on the grounds of:

Which of the following factors contributed to Hyderabad's survival as a princely state until 1948 while Awadh was annexed in 1856? 1. More efficient administrative system in Hyderabad 2. Hyderabad's support to British during 1857 revolt 3. Better diplomatic relations with the British 4. Stronger military resistance by Hyderabad Select the correct answer using the code given below:

The Battle of Buxar (1764) had significant implications for Awadh because:

Consider the following pairs: Regional Power - Cultural Contribution 1. Hyderabad - Deccani painting style 2. Awadh - Kathak dance form 3. Hyderabad - Urdu poetry development 4. Awadh - Thumri musical form Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?