History Questions for RRB ALP: Practice Top Repeated Questions Now

Do you dream of sitting in the driver’s cabin and driving the massive trains of Indian Railways? Becoming an Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) is a matter of great pride and respect. But to get to that driver’s seat, you must first clear the Computer-Based Test (CBT 1). Most students preparing for the ALP exam have a technical or science background (ITI, Diploma, or B.Tech). Because of this, they find the General Awareness section, especially History, very boring and difficult. You might think that completing the History topic is not possible, but RRB does not ask tough questions. They only ask very basic, famous, and repeated questions from 10th-level textbooks. In this blog, we have provided exam-level history questions for RRB ALP exam that you can get for free. And, along with that, we have provided free history tests that will help you know how the exam is being conducted.

What to Study in History for RRB ALP?

You do not need to read thick books to pass this section. The Railway Board only wants to check your basic general knowledge about India’s past. You can divide the whole syllabus into three simple parts:

• Ancient History: This is the oldest part. Just read about the Indus Valley Civilization (like Harappa), the teachings of Gautam Buddha, and great kings like Ashoka.
• Medieval History: This is the middle part. Focus on famous battles (like Panipat), the Mughal Empire (Akbar, Shah Jahan), and who built famous monuments like the Taj Mahal or Qutub Minar.
• Modern History (Most Important!): This is the story of our freedom. 70% of the questions come from here. Read about the 1857 revolt, Mahatma Gandhi’s movements, and the Indian National Congress.

If you just focus on these basic topics, History will become your scoring subject.

Important History Questions for RRB ALP, Download Free PDF

Below, we have provided some exam-level history questions for RRB ALP exam. Also, we have provided a PDF that you can download for free with more questions.

Q1. The famous Indus Valley site “Lothal”, known for its ancient dockyard, is located in which state?

(A) Rajasthan
(B) Gujarat
(C) Punjab
(D) Haryana

Answer: (B) Gujarat

Explanation:
Lothal was an important port city of the Indus Valley Civilization and is located in present-day Gujarat.

Q2. Who was the founder of the Maurya Empire?

(A) Bindusara
(B) Ashoka
(C) Chandragupta Maurya
(D) Bimbisara

Answer: (C) Chandragupta Maurya

Explanation:
With the help of his teacher Chanakya, Chandragupta Maurya defeated the Nanda dynasty and founded the Maurya Empire.

Q3. The First Battle of Panipat (1526) was fought between Babur and whom?

(A) Rana Sanga
(B) Ibrahim Lodi
(C) Hemu
(D) Akbar

Answer: (B) Ibrahim Lodi

Explanation:
Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi in 1526, marking the beginning of Mughal rule in India.

Q4. In which year did the Quit India Movement start?

(A) 1920
(B) 1930
(C) 1942
(D) 1947

Answer: (C) 1942

Explanation:
Mahatma Gandhi launched the Quit India Movement in August 1942 and gave the famous slogan “Do or Die”.

Q5. Who was the first Indian woman President of the Indian National Congress?

(A) Annie Besant
(B) Indira Gandhi
(C) Sarojini Naidu
(D) Sucheta Kriplani

Answer: (C) Sarojini Naidu

Explanation:
Annie Besant was the first woman President of the INC, but Sarojini Naidu became the first Indian woman President in 1925.

Q6. Who gave the slogan “Give me blood and I shall give you freedom”?

(A) Bhagat Singh
(B) Lala Lajpat Rai
(C) Bal Gangadhar Tilak
(D) Subhas Chandra Bose

Answer: (D) Subhas Chandra Bose

Explanation:
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose used this slogan to inspire the soldiers of the Indian National Army (INA).

Q7. Which is the oldest of the four Vedas?

(A) Samaveda
(B) Yajurveda
(C) Atharvaveda
(D) Rigveda

Answer: (D) Rigveda

Explanation:
Rigveda is the oldest Veda and contains ancient hymns dedicated to various gods.

Q8. Who was the last Mughal Emperor of India?

(A) Aurangzeb
(B) Shah Jahan
(C) Bahadur Shah Zafar
(D) Jahangir

Answer: (C) Bahadur Shah Zafar

Explanation:
After the Revolt of 1857, the British exiled Bahadur Shah Zafar to Rangoon, marking the end of the Mughal Empire.

Q9. The Jallianwala Bagh massacre took place in which city?

(A) Lahore
(B) Amritsar
(C) Delhi
(D) Chandigarh

Answer: (B) Amritsar

Explanation:
On April 13, 1919, General Dyer ordered his troops to fire on an unarmed gathering at Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar.

Q10. In which year was Bengal partitioned by Lord Curzon?

(A) 1905
(B) 1907
(C) 1911
(D) 1919

Answer: (A) 1905

Explanation:
Lord Curzon partitioned Bengal in 1905, which triggered the Swadeshi Movement across India.

5 Simple Tips to Prepare for History for RRB ALP

You do not have the time to read thick history books, and honestly, you do not need to. Here are 5 smart and easy tips to cover this topic quickly:

1. Target Modern History First: If your exam is near, only study Modern History (1857 to 1947). Most of the History questions in the RRB ALP exam will come from this part alone.
2. Make a “Who Built What” List: Railway exams love asking about monuments. Make a small list on a piece of paper (e.g., Qutub Minar – Qutb-ud-din Aibak, Taj Mahal – Shah Jahan, Sanchi Stupa – Ashoka) and stick it on your wall.
3. Think of it as a Movie: Stop trying to memorize dry facts. Read history like a movie story. Try to understand the timeline—who came first, why they fought, and what happened next.
4. Ignore Deep Dates: Do not waste brain power memorizing the exact birth dates or minor battle dates. Just remember the years of massive events like 1857, 1919, or 1947.
5. Practice Previous Year Papers: SSC and Railway exam questions mostly match with each other’s GK questions a lot. Solve the previous year’s history questions of RRB Group D, NTPC, and ALP. You will see the same questions repeating!

Join our exclusive Telegram group for expert guidance, personalized tips, and real-time solutions to boost your SSC exam prep. [Click here to join now!]

Other Blogs Related to RRB ALP
RRB ALP Cut Off	RRB ALP Vacancy
RRB ALP Syllabus	RRB ALP Eligibility Criteria
RRB ALP Preparation Strategy	RRB ALP Study Plan
RRB ALP Salary	RRB ALP Selection Process

FAQs: History Questions for RRB ALP Exam