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Critically examine the following statements in about 150 words each: (10×5=50 marks, 150 words)

(a) After the battle of Plassey, the mercenary became the Kingmaker. (10 marks)

(b) The values of utilitarianism prompted the Company administration to attempt reform of Indian society. (10 marks)

(c) In course of the 19th century, the agenda of social reform was gradually replaced by revivalism. (10 marks)

(d) The federal provisions of the Government of India Act of 1935 foundered on the rock of princely intransigence. (10 marks)

(e) The strength of the Pakistan programme was its vagueness. It meant everything to everyone. (10 marks)