Q1. About 50% of the world population is concentrated between the latitudes of (a) 5°N and 20°N (b) 20°N and 40°N (c) 40°N and 60°N (d) 20°S and 40°S Answer: (b) 20°N and 40°N Explanation: The region between 20°N and 40°N encompasses some of the most densely populated areas of the world, including South Asia, …
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Q1 The meeting of Indian and British political leaders during 1930-32 in London has often been referred to as the First, Second and Third Round Table Conferences. It would be incorrect to refer to them as such because (a) the Indian National Congress did not take part in two of them (b) Indian parties other …
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1. ‘Barren Island’ which is the only active Volcano in India is situated in which part of India? Options : Andaman-Nicobar Lakshadweep Rajasthan Chattisgarh Answer: 1. Andaman-Nicobar Explanation: Barren Island is located in the Andaman Sea and is part of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is the only active volcano in India and lies …
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Q1. A meteor is (a) a rapidly moving star (b) a piece of matter which has entered the earth’s atmosphere from outer space (c) part of a constellation (d) a comet without a tail Answer: (b) Explanation: A meteor is a fragment of matter from outer space that enters the earth’s atmosphere, producing a streak …
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Q1 Indian expertise was recently used in the archaeological restoration of the monuments at (a) Jerusalem (b) Angkor Wat (c) Rome (d) Yucatan Answer: (b) Angkor Wat Explanation: Indian experts played a key role in restoring Angkor Wat, a historic temple complex in Cambodia. This reflects India’s recognized skill in heritage conservation and its commitment …
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Q1 The last in the succession of Jaina Tirthankaras was (a) Parsvanatha (b) Rishabha (c) Mahavira (d) Manisubrata Answer: (c) Mahavira Explanation: Mahavira is considered the 24th and last Tirthankara in Jain tradition. He played a pivotal role in reviving and reorganizing Jainism, and his teachings form the basis of the current Jain doctrine. Parsvanatha, …
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Q1 The gas used for artificial ripening of green fruits is (a) Carbon dioxide (b) Ethane (c) Hydrogen (d) acetylene (ethyne) Answer: (d) acetylene (ethyne) Explanation: Acetylene, also known as ethyne, is commonly used for artificial ripening of fruits due to its ethylene-like effects. When applied to green fruits, it stimulates the natural ripening process …
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Q1 Rabies is caused by a (a) Virus and it affects the nervous system (b) Virus and it affects the cardiovascular system (c) Bacteria and it affects the nervous system (d) Bacteria and it affects the cardiovascular system Answer: (a) Virus and it affects the nervous system Explanation: Rabies is caused by a virus known …
Q1. Who among the following was a revolutionary who later turned into a yogi and philosopher? (a) Bal Gangadhar Tilak (b) Aurobindo Ghosh (c) Lala Lajpat Rai (d) Agarkar Answer: (b) Aurobindo Ghosh Explanation: Aurobindo Ghosh was initially involved in revolutionary activities against British rule, advocating armed resistance. Later, he withdrew from politics and settled …
Q1. The original name of Mahabharata was (a) Brihit Katha (b) Sahastra Samhita (c) Jaya Samhita (d) Rajatarangini Answer: (c) Jaya Samhita Explanation: The Mahabharata was originally known as Jaya Samhita, which consisted of about 8,800 verses. Over time, it expanded into the Bharata and finally into the Mahabharata, containing over 100,000 verses. The name …