[1] Who invented the Centigrade scale?
A.
Anders Celsius
B.
Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit
C.
William Thomson
D.
Wright Brothers
Ans:
Anders Celsius
Explanation :
Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius invented the Celsius temperature scale in 1742 A.D. The Celsius scale invented by him has 100 degrees between the freezing point (0 C) and boiling point (100 C) of pure water at sea level air pressure. The term "Celsius" was adopted in 1948 by-an international conference on weights and measures.
[2] Which of the following cannot be beaten into Sheets?
A.
Gold
B.
Silver
C.
Potassium
D.
Aluminium
Ans:
Potassium
Explanation :
Substances that can be beaten into thin sheets are called malleable. Most metals are malleabl e. Gold and Silver are the most malleable metals. Next in the list are aluminium and copper. Sodium and potassium are soft metals that can be cut with knife.
[3] Minamata disease is a nervous disorder caused by eating fish, polluted with -
A.
Iron
B.
Mercury
C.
Lead
D.
Nickel
Ans:
Mercury
Explanation :
Minamata disease is a neurological syndrome caused by severe mercury poisoning. Symptoms include ataxia, numbness in the hands and feet, general muscle weakness, narrowing of the field of vision and damage to hearing and speech. The disease is named after Minamata city in Kumamoto prefecture, Japan, where it was first discovered in 1956.
[4] Mahila Police volunteer scheme to be implemented in all states of the country has been launched on pilot basis firstly in which state?
A.
Delhi
B.
Gujarat
C.
Haryana
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Haryana
Explanation :
Haryana, in December 2016, became the first state in the country to adopt Centres Mahila Police Volunteer scheme and inducted 950 women, who will work as a link between the people and the police. The scheme is an initiative to appoint special `Manila' protection officer in every village to provide a link between police and women in distress.
[5] Taxila University was located between which two rivers?
A.
Indus and Jhelum
B.
Jhelum and Ravi
C.
Beas and Indus
D.
Satluj and Indus
Ans:
Indus and Jhelum
Explanation :
Taxila University, the world's oldest university, was situated between the Indus and Jhelum (Hydaspes) rivers. In flourished from 600 BC to 500, A.D in the kingdom of Gandhara.
[6] Who is the most prominent god of Rig Veda'?
A.
Indra
B.
Agni
C.
Pashupati
D.
Vishnu
Ans:
Indra
Explanation :
The anthropomorphic god Indra was the most important god during the Rig Vedic period. He played the role of a warlord, leading the Aryan soldiers to victory against the demons.
[7] Which Indian state has the largest share of the Wastelands in India?
A.
Gujarat
B.
Andhra Pradesh
C.
Madhya Pradesh
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
With 84,929 sq.km of area under wastelands, Rajasthan has the largest area under wasteland. Jammu and kashmir (75,436 km2), Madhya Pradesh (40,113 km2) and maharashtra (37,831 km2) come next in terms of area under wasteland.
[8] Which is the highest peak in Andaman and Nicobar islands?
A.
Mount Koya
B.
Mount Diavolo
C.
Saddle Peak
D.
Mount Thuiller
Ans:
Saddle Peak
Explanation :
Saddle Peak, located on North Andaman Island, is the highest peak of Andaman alt Nicobar Islands. With a heigher of 732 metres, it is the highest point of the archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. It is surrounded by Saddle Peak National Park.
[9] How does a Unicellular Organ-ism reproduce?
A.
Cell division
B.
Cell reproduction
C.
Cell synthesis
D.
Fragmentation
Ans:
Cell division
Explanation :
Unicellular organisms reproduce by asexual means. This asexual mode of reproduction involves cell division in which single parent produce their offspring. For simple unicellular microorganisms such as the amoeba, one cell division is equivalent to reproduction - an entire new organism is created. Different asexual modes of reproduction include binary fission, multiple fission, fragmentation, budding etc.
[10] What is the full form of DNA?
A.
Diribo nucleic acid
B.
Di nucleic acid
C.
Dual nitrogen acid
D.
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Ans:
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Explanation :
DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic acid. It is a nucleic acid, that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning and reproduction of all known living organisms and many viruses. DNA and another nucleic acid RNA are one of the four major types of macromolecules that are essential for all known forms of life along with proteins, lipids and complex carbohydrates (polysaccharides).
[11] Which among the following is/ are female hormones? (i) Estrogen (ii) Progesterone (iii)Testosterone
A.
(i) and (iii)
B.
(i) and (ii)
C.
(ii) and (iii)
D.
Only (iii)
Ans:
(i) and (ii)
Explanation :
There are several hormones in females which are naturally produced and secreted by the glands of the endocrine system. Among them, estrogen, and progesterone are secreted for the influence on a woman's reproductive health and are termed as female sex hormones. Estrogen and progesterone are made by the ovaries.
[12] Which of the following is called GDP Deflator?
A.
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
B.
Ratio of nominal to real GNP
C.
Ratio of nominal to real CPI
D.
Ratio of real to nominal GNP
Ans:
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
Explanation :
The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) deflator is a measure of general price inflation. It is calculated by dividing nominal GDP by real GDP and then multiplying by 100. Nominal GDP is the market value of goods and services produced in an economy, unadjusted for inflation (It is the GDP measured at current prices) Real GDP is nominal GDP, adjusted for inflation to reflect changes in real output (It is the GDP measured at constant prices).
[13] Which organization monitors the banks in actually maintaining cash balance?
A.
State Bank of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
Grameen Bank of India
D.
None of these
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India sees that the banks maintain a minimum cash balance out of the deposits they receive. It monitors that the banks actually maintain the cash balance. Similarly, it sees that the banks give loans not just to profit making businesses and traders but also to small cultivators, small scale industries, to small borrowers, etc.
[14] Which of the following Country doesn't have a written Constitution?
A.
United Kingdom
B.
Australia
C.
United States of America
D.
Bangladesh
Ans:
United Kingdom
Explanation :
The United Kingdom does not have one specific constitutional document named as such. Instead, the so-called constitution of the United Kingdom is a sum of laws and principles that make up the country's body politic. This is sometimes referred to as an "unwritten" or un-codified constitution. The British constitution primarily draws from four sources: statute law (laws passed by the legislature), common law (laws established through court judgments), parliamentary conventions, and works of authority.
[15] In the Indian Parliamentary System, Vote on Account' is valid for how many months (except the year of elections)?
A.
2 months
B.
3 months
C.
6 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
2 months
Explanation :
The Vote on Account is the special provision given to the government to obtain the vote of Parliament to withdraw money when the budget for the new financial year is not released or the elections are underway, and the caretaker government is in place. Normally it stays valid for two month but however, it can be extended if the year is an election year and it is anticipated the main demand and that the appropriation bill will take longer to be passed by the house.
[16] For which of the following game, players must have the knowledge of Pascal's law?
A.
Climbing
B.
Paragliding
C.
ting
D.
Scuba diving
Ans:
Scuba diving
Explanation :
Pascal's law is a principle in fluid mechanics that states that a pressure change occurring anywhere in a confined incompressible fluid is transmitted throughout the fluid such that the same change occurs everywhere. Scuba divers must understand this principle. At a depth of 10 metres under water, pressure is twice the atmospheric pressure at sea level, and increases by about 100 kPa for each increase of 10 metres depth.
[17] What is the value of the Least Distance of Distinct vision (in cm) for a normal human being?
A.
2.5
B.
25
C.
58
D.
60
Ans:
25
Explanation :
The minimum distance of an object from eye to have its clear image is called "Least Distance of Distinct Vision". This distance is about 25 cm from the eye. If the object is held closer to the eye than this distance the image formed will be blurred and fuzzy. The location of the near point, however, changes with age.
[18] What is the full form of ISDN?
A.
International Service Digital Network
B.
Indian Service Digital Network
C.
Integrated Service Digital Network
D.
Internal Service Digital Network
Ans:
Integrated Service Digital Network
Explanation :
ISDN stands for Integrated Services Digital Network. It is a set of communication standards for simultaneous digital transmission of voice, video, data, and other network services over the traditional circuits of the public switched telephone network. The key feature of ISDN is that it integrates speech and data on the same lines, not available in the classic telephone system.
[19] Which among the following is used to treat Indigestion?
A.
Antacid
B.
Antiseptic
C.
Analgesic
D.
Antibiotic
Ans:
Antacid
Explanation :
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, used to relieve heart-burn, indigestion or an upset stomach. They contain ingredients such as aluminium, calcium, or mesium which act as bases (alkalis) to counteract the stomach acid and lower pH. They work quickly and are used to relieve symptoms of acid reflux, heartburn or indigestion (dyspepsia).
[20] Match the following : Trophy/Cup Sport 1. Irani Trophy a. Football 2. Santosh Trophy b. Cricket 3. Azlan Shah Cup c. Hockey
A.
1-b, 2-c, 3-a
B.
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
C.
1-a, 2-c, 3-b
D.
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
Ans:
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
Explanation :
0
[21] Jallikattu practiced in Tamil Nadu is a part of which festival?
A.
Onam
B.
Pongal [R
C.
Natuanjali
D.
Harnpi
Ans:
Pongal
Explanation :
Jallikattu is a bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal festival. The term Vallikattu' is derived from the Tamil words Valli' (gold or silver coins) and `Kattu' (means `tied').
[22] Who among the following was N one of the recipients of Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016?
A.
Rajendra Prahlad Shelke
B.
Sylvanus Dung Dung
C.
Sathi Geetha
D.
Amit Kumar
Ans:
Amit Kumar
Explanation :
Sylvanu& Dung Dung (Hockey), Sathi Geetha (Athletics) and Rajendra Prahlad Shelke (Rowing) won the Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016. The award is named after Dhyan Chand (1905-79), an Indian field hockey player who scored more than 1000 goals during a career which spanned over 20 years from 1926 to 1948. Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement award for the year 2017 was given to Bhupender Singh (Athletics), Syed Shahid Hakim (Football) and. Sumsal Tete (Hockey).
[23] Who authored the book titled Jinnah often came to our House', which won the 2016 The Hindu Prize?
A.
Kiran Doshi
B.
Salman Rushdie
C.
K. Vijay Kumar
D.
Yasser Usman
Ans:
Kiran Doshi
Explanation :
Kiran Doshi is a retired Indian diplomat and educationist. His last novel, Jinnah often came to our House, received The Hindu Prize for the best work of fiction published in India, 2016.
[24] With which country India has signed an agreement to renew the supply of Petroleum for a period of 5 years (i.e. till 2022)?
A.
Nepal
B.
U.A.E.
C.
Iran
D.
Bhutan
Ans:
Nepal
Explanation :
India and Nepal, in March 2017, agreed to deepen energy ties by renewing India's fuel sale deal with the Himalayan country by another five years and assist in implementing a cooking gas-for poor scheme Akin to Ujjwala scheme in India. As per the agreement, Indian Oil Corp oration will supply about 1.3 million tonnes of fuel every year for the next five years to Nepal.
[25] Which of the following neighbouring country of India is not a land locked country?
A.
Nepal
B.
Myanmar
C.
Bhutan
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Myanmar
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Explanation :
Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius invented the Celsius temperature scale in 1742 A.D. The Celsius scale invented by him has 100 degrees between the freezing point (0 C) and boiling point (100 C) of pure water at sea level air pressure. The term "Celsius" was adopted in 1948 by-an international conference on weights and measures.
[2] Which of the following cannot be beaten into Sheets?
A.
Gold
B.
Silver
C.
Potassium
D.
Aluminium
Ans:
Potassium
Explanation :
Substances that can be beaten into thin sheets are called malleable. Most metals are malleabl e. Gold and Silver are the most malleable metals. Next in the list are aluminium and copper. Sodium and potassium are soft metals that can be cut with knife.
[3] Minamata disease is a nervous disorder caused by eating fish, polluted with -
A.
Iron
B.
Mercury
C.
Lead
D.
Nickel
Ans:
Mercury
Explanation :
Minamata disease is a neurological syndrome caused by severe mercury poisoning. Symptoms include ataxia, numbness in the hands and feet, general muscle weakness, narrowing of the field of vision and damage to hearing and speech. The disease is named after Minamata city in Kumamoto prefecture, Japan, where it was first discovered in 1956.
[4] Mahila Police volunteer scheme to be implemented in all states of the country has been launched on pilot basis firstly in which state?
A.
Delhi
B.
Gujarat
C.
Haryana
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Haryana
Explanation :
Haryana, in December 2016, became the first state in the country to adopt Centres Mahila Police Volunteer scheme and inducted 950 women, who will work as a link between the people and the police. The scheme is an initiative to appoint special `Manila' protection officer in every village to provide a link between police and women in distress.
[5] Taxila University was located between which two rivers?
A.
Indus and Jhelum
B.
Jhelum and Ravi
C.
Beas and Indus
D.
Satluj and Indus
Ans:
Indus and Jhelum
Explanation :
Taxila University, the world's oldest university, was situated between the Indus and Jhelum (Hydaspes) rivers. In flourished from 600 BC to 500, A.D in the kingdom of Gandhara.
[6] Who is the most prominent god of Rig Veda'?
A.
Indra
B.
Agni
C.
Pashupati
D.
Vishnu
Ans:
Indra
Explanation :
The anthropomorphic god Indra was the most important god during the Rig Vedic period. He played the role of a warlord, leading the Aryan soldiers to victory against the demons.
[7] Which Indian state has the largest share of the Wastelands in India?
A.
Gujarat
B.
Andhra Pradesh
C.
Madhya Pradesh
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
With 84,929 sq.km of area under wastelands, Rajasthan has the largest area under wasteland. Jammu and kashmir (75,436 km2), Madhya Pradesh (40,113 km2) and maharashtra (37,831 km2) come next in terms of area under wasteland.
[8] Which is the highest peak in Andaman and Nicobar islands?
A.
Mount Koya
B.
Mount Diavolo
C.
Saddle Peak
D.
Mount Thuiller
Ans:
Saddle Peak
Explanation :
Saddle Peak, located on North Andaman Island, is the highest peak of Andaman alt Nicobar Islands. With a heigher of 732 metres, it is the highest point of the archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. It is surrounded by Saddle Peak National Park.
[9] How does a Unicellular Organ-ism reproduce?
A.
Cell division
B.
Cell reproduction
C.
Cell synthesis
D.
Fragmentation
Ans:
Cell division
Explanation :
Unicellular organisms reproduce by asexual means. This asexual mode of reproduction involves cell division in which single parent produce their offspring. For simple unicellular microorganisms such as the amoeba, one cell division is equivalent to reproduction - an entire new organism is created. Different asexual modes of reproduction include binary fission, multiple fission, fragmentation, budding etc.
[10] What is the full form of DNA?
A.
Diribo nucleic acid
B.
Di nucleic acid
C.
Dual nitrogen acid
D.
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Ans:
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Explanation :
DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic acid. It is a nucleic acid, that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning and reproduction of all known living organisms and many viruses. DNA and another nucleic acid RNA are one of the four major types of macromolecules that are essential for all known forms of life along with proteins, lipids and complex carbohydrates (polysaccharides).
[11] Which among the following is/ are female hormones? (i) Estrogen (ii) Progesterone (iii)Testosterone
A.
(i) and (iii)
B.
(i) and (ii)
C.
(ii) and (iii)
D.
Only (iii)
Ans:
(i) and (ii)
Explanation :
There are several hormones in females which are naturally produced and secreted by the glands of the endocrine system. Among them, estrogen, and progesterone are secreted for the influence on a woman's reproductive health and are termed as female sex hormones. Estrogen and progesterone are made by the ovaries.
[12] Which of the following is called GDP Deflator?
A.
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
B.
Ratio of nominal to real GNP
C.
Ratio of nominal to real CPI
D.
Ratio of real to nominal GNP
Ans:
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
Explanation :
The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) deflator is a measure of general price inflation. It is calculated by dividing nominal GDP by real GDP and then multiplying by 100. Nominal GDP is the market value of goods and services produced in an economy, unadjusted for inflation (It is the GDP measured at current prices) Real GDP is nominal GDP, adjusted for inflation to reflect changes in real output (It is the GDP measured at constant prices).
[13] Which organization monitors the banks in actually maintaining cash balance?
A.
State Bank of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
Grameen Bank of India
D.
None of these
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India sees that the banks maintain a minimum cash balance out of the deposits they receive. It monitors that the banks actually maintain the cash balance. Similarly, it sees that the banks give loans not just to profit making businesses and traders but also to small cultivators, small scale industries, to small borrowers, etc.
[14] Which of the following Country doesn't have a written Constitution?
A.
United Kingdom
B.
Australia
C.
United States of America
D.
Bangladesh
Ans:
United Kingdom
Explanation :
The United Kingdom does not have one specific constitutional document named as such. Instead, the so-called constitution of the United Kingdom is a sum of laws and principles that make up the country's body politic. This is sometimes referred to as an "unwritten" or un-codified constitution. The British constitution primarily draws from four sources: statute law (laws passed by the legislature), common law (laws established through court judgments), parliamentary conventions, and works of authority.
[15] In the Indian Parliamentary System, Vote on Account' is valid for how many months (except the year of elections)?
A.
2 months
B.
3 months
C.
6 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
2 months
Explanation :
The Vote on Account is the special provision given to the government to obtain the vote of Parliament to withdraw money when the budget for the new financial year is not released or the elections are underway, and the caretaker government is in place. Normally it stays valid for two month but however, it can be extended if the year is an election year and it is anticipated the main demand and that the appropriation bill will take longer to be passed by the house.
[16] For which of the following game, players must have the knowledge of Pascal's law?
A.
Climbing
B.
Paragliding
C.
ting
D.
Scuba diving
Ans:
Scuba diving
Explanation :
Pascal's law is a principle in fluid mechanics that states that a pressure change occurring anywhere in a confined incompressible fluid is transmitted throughout the fluid such that the same change occurs everywhere. Scuba divers must understand this principle. At a depth of 10 metres under water, pressure is twice the atmospheric pressure at sea level, and increases by about 100 kPa for each increase of 10 metres depth.
[17] What is the value of the Least Distance of Distinct vision (in cm) for a normal human being?
A.
2.5
B.
25
C.
58
D.
60
Ans:
25
Explanation :
The minimum distance of an object from eye to have its clear image is called "Least Distance of Distinct Vision". This distance is about 25 cm from the eye. If the object is held closer to the eye than this distance the image formed will be blurred and fuzzy. The location of the near point, however, changes with age.
[18] What is the full form of ISDN?
A.
International Service Digital Network
B.
Indian Service Digital Network
C.
Integrated Service Digital Network
D.
Internal Service Digital Network
Ans:
Integrated Service Digital Network
Explanation :
ISDN stands for Integrated Services Digital Network. It is a set of communication standards for simultaneous digital transmission of voice, video, data, and other network services over the traditional circuits of the public switched telephone network. The key feature of ISDN is that it integrates speech and data on the same lines, not available in the classic telephone system.
[19] Which among the following is used to treat Indigestion?
A.
Antacid
B.
Antiseptic
C.
Analgesic
D.
Antibiotic
Ans:
Antacid
Explanation :
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, used to relieve heart-burn, indigestion or an upset stomach. They contain ingredients such as aluminium, calcium, or mesium which act as bases (alkalis) to counteract the stomach acid and lower pH. They work quickly and are used to relieve symptoms of acid reflux, heartburn or indigestion (dyspepsia).
[20] Match the following : Trophy/Cup Sport 1. Irani Trophy a. Football 2. Santosh Trophy b. Cricket 3. Azlan Shah Cup c. Hockey
A.
1-b, 2-c, 3-a
B.
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
C.
1-a, 2-c, 3-b
D.
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
Ans:
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
Explanation :
0
[21] Jallikattu practiced in Tamil Nadu is a part of which festival?
A.
Onam
B.
Pongal [R
C.
Natuanjali
D.
Harnpi
Ans:
Pongal
Explanation :
Jallikattu is a bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal festival. The term Vallikattu' is derived from the Tamil words Valli' (gold or silver coins) and `Kattu' (means `tied').
[22] Who among the following was N one of the recipients of Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016?
A.
Rajendra Prahlad Shelke
B.
Sylvanus Dung Dung
C.
Sathi Geetha
D.
Amit Kumar
Ans:
Amit Kumar
Explanation :
Sylvanu& Dung Dung (Hockey), Sathi Geetha (Athletics) and Rajendra Prahlad Shelke (Rowing) won the Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016. The award is named after Dhyan Chand (1905-79), an Indian field hockey player who scored more than 1000 goals during a career which spanned over 20 years from 1926 to 1948. Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement award for the year 2017 was given to Bhupender Singh (Athletics), Syed Shahid Hakim (Football) and. Sumsal Tete (Hockey).
[23] Who authored the book titled Jinnah often came to our House', which won the 2016 The Hindu Prize?
A.
Kiran Doshi
B.
Salman Rushdie
C.
K. Vijay Kumar
D.
Yasser Usman
Ans:
Kiran Doshi
Explanation :
Kiran Doshi is a retired Indian diplomat and educationist. His last novel, Jinnah often came to our House, received The Hindu Prize for the best work of fiction published in India, 2016.
[24] With which country India has signed an agreement to renew the supply of Petroleum for a period of 5 years (i.e. till 2022)?
A.
Nepal
B.
U.A.E.
C.
Iran
D.
Bhutan
Ans:
Nepal
Explanation :
India and Nepal, in March 2017, agreed to deepen energy ties by renewing India's fuel sale deal with the Himalayan country by another five years and assist in implementing a cooking gas-for poor scheme Akin to Ujjwala scheme in India. As per the agreement, Indian Oil Corp oration will supply about 1.3 million tonnes of fuel every year for the next five years to Nepal.
[25] Which of the following neighbouring country of India is not a land locked country?
A.
Nepal
B.
Myanmar
C.
Bhutan
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Myanmar
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Explanation :
Minamata disease is a neurological syndrome caused by severe mercury poisoning. Symptoms include ataxia, numbness in the hands and feet, general muscle weakness, narrowing of the field of vision and damage to hearing and speech. The disease is named after Minamata city in Kumamoto prefecture, Japan, where it was first discovered in 1956.
[4] Mahila Police volunteer scheme to be implemented in all states of the country has been launched on pilot basis firstly in which state?
A.
Delhi
B.
Gujarat
C.
Haryana
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Haryana
Explanation :
Haryana, in December 2016, became the first state in the country to adopt Centres Mahila Police Volunteer scheme and inducted 950 women, who will work as a link between the people and the police. The scheme is an initiative to appoint special `Manila' protection officer in every village to provide a link between police and women in distress.
[5] Taxila University was located between which two rivers?
A.
Indus and Jhelum
B.
Jhelum and Ravi
C.
Beas and Indus
D.
Satluj and Indus
Ans:
Indus and Jhelum
Explanation :
Taxila University, the world's oldest university, was situated between the Indus and Jhelum (Hydaspes) rivers. In flourished from 600 BC to 500, A.D in the kingdom of Gandhara.
[6] Who is the most prominent god of Rig Veda'?
A.
Indra
B.
Agni
C.
Pashupati
D.
Vishnu
Ans:
Indra
Explanation :
The anthropomorphic god Indra was the most important god during the Rig Vedic period. He played the role of a warlord, leading the Aryan soldiers to victory against the demons.
[7] Which Indian state has the largest share of the Wastelands in India?
A.
Gujarat
B.
Andhra Pradesh
C.
Madhya Pradesh
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
With 84,929 sq.km of area under wastelands, Rajasthan has the largest area under wasteland. Jammu and kashmir (75,436 km2), Madhya Pradesh (40,113 km2) and maharashtra (37,831 km2) come next in terms of area under wasteland.
[8] Which is the highest peak in Andaman and Nicobar islands?
A.
Mount Koya
B.
Mount Diavolo
C.
Saddle Peak
D.
Mount Thuiller
Ans:
Saddle Peak
Explanation :
Saddle Peak, located on North Andaman Island, is the highest peak of Andaman alt Nicobar Islands. With a heigher of 732 metres, it is the highest point of the archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. It is surrounded by Saddle Peak National Park.
[9] How does a Unicellular Organ-ism reproduce?
A.
Cell division
B.
Cell reproduction
C.
Cell synthesis
D.
Fragmentation
Ans:
Cell division
Explanation :
Unicellular organisms reproduce by asexual means. This asexual mode of reproduction involves cell division in which single parent produce their offspring. For simple unicellular microorganisms such as the amoeba, one cell division is equivalent to reproduction - an entire new organism is created. Different asexual modes of reproduction include binary fission, multiple fission, fragmentation, budding etc.
[10] What is the full form of DNA?
A.
Diribo nucleic acid
B.
Di nucleic acid
C.
Dual nitrogen acid
D.
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Ans:
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Explanation :
DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic acid. It is a nucleic acid, that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning and reproduction of all known living organisms and many viruses. DNA and another nucleic acid RNA are one of the four major types of macromolecules that are essential for all known forms of life along with proteins, lipids and complex carbohydrates (polysaccharides).
[11] Which among the following is/ are female hormones? (i) Estrogen (ii) Progesterone (iii)Testosterone
A.
(i) and (iii)
B.
(i) and (ii)
C.
(ii) and (iii)
D.
Only (iii)
Ans:
(i) and (ii)
Explanation :
There are several hormones in females which are naturally produced and secreted by the glands of the endocrine system. Among them, estrogen, and progesterone are secreted for the influence on a woman's reproductive health and are termed as female sex hormones. Estrogen and progesterone are made by the ovaries.
[12] Which of the following is called GDP Deflator?
A.
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
B.
Ratio of nominal to real GNP
C.
Ratio of nominal to real CPI
D.
Ratio of real to nominal GNP
Ans:
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
Explanation :
The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) deflator is a measure of general price inflation. It is calculated by dividing nominal GDP by real GDP and then multiplying by 100. Nominal GDP is the market value of goods and services produced in an economy, unadjusted for inflation (It is the GDP measured at current prices) Real GDP is nominal GDP, adjusted for inflation to reflect changes in real output (It is the GDP measured at constant prices).
[13] Which organization monitors the banks in actually maintaining cash balance?
A.
State Bank of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
Grameen Bank of India
D.
None of these
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India sees that the banks maintain a minimum cash balance out of the deposits they receive. It monitors that the banks actually maintain the cash balance. Similarly, it sees that the banks give loans not just to profit making businesses and traders but also to small cultivators, small scale industries, to small borrowers, etc.
[14] Which of the following Country doesn't have a written Constitution?
A.
United Kingdom
B.
Australia
C.
United States of America
D.
Bangladesh
Ans:
United Kingdom
Explanation :
The United Kingdom does not have one specific constitutional document named as such. Instead, the so-called constitution of the United Kingdom is a sum of laws and principles that make up the country's body politic. This is sometimes referred to as an "unwritten" or un-codified constitution. The British constitution primarily draws from four sources: statute law (laws passed by the legislature), common law (laws established through court judgments), parliamentary conventions, and works of authority.
[15] In the Indian Parliamentary System, Vote on Account' is valid for how many months (except the year of elections)?
A.
2 months
B.
3 months
C.
6 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
2 months
Explanation :
The Vote on Account is the special provision given to the government to obtain the vote of Parliament to withdraw money when the budget for the new financial year is not released or the elections are underway, and the caretaker government is in place. Normally it stays valid for two month but however, it can be extended if the year is an election year and it is anticipated the main demand and that the appropriation bill will take longer to be passed by the house.
[16] For which of the following game, players must have the knowledge of Pascal's law?
A.
Climbing
B.
Paragliding
C.
ting
D.
Scuba diving
Ans:
Scuba diving
Explanation :
Pascal's law is a principle in fluid mechanics that states that a pressure change occurring anywhere in a confined incompressible fluid is transmitted throughout the fluid such that the same change occurs everywhere. Scuba divers must understand this principle. At a depth of 10 metres under water, pressure is twice the atmospheric pressure at sea level, and increases by about 100 kPa for each increase of 10 metres depth.
[17] What is the value of the Least Distance of Distinct vision (in cm) for a normal human being?
A.
2.5
B.
25
C.
58
D.
60
Ans:
25
Explanation :
The minimum distance of an object from eye to have its clear image is called "Least Distance of Distinct Vision". This distance is about 25 cm from the eye. If the object is held closer to the eye than this distance the image formed will be blurred and fuzzy. The location of the near point, however, changes with age.
[18] What is the full form of ISDN?
A.
International Service Digital Network
B.
Indian Service Digital Network
C.
Integrated Service Digital Network
D.
Internal Service Digital Network
Ans:
Integrated Service Digital Network
Explanation :
ISDN stands for Integrated Services Digital Network. It is a set of communication standards for simultaneous digital transmission of voice, video, data, and other network services over the traditional circuits of the public switched telephone network. The key feature of ISDN is that it integrates speech and data on the same lines, not available in the classic telephone system.
[19] Which among the following is used to treat Indigestion?
A.
Antacid
B.
Antiseptic
C.
Analgesic
D.
Antibiotic
Ans:
Antacid
Explanation :
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, used to relieve heart-burn, indigestion or an upset stomach. They contain ingredients such as aluminium, calcium, or mesium which act as bases (alkalis) to counteract the stomach acid and lower pH. They work quickly and are used to relieve symptoms of acid reflux, heartburn or indigestion (dyspepsia).
[20] Match the following : Trophy/Cup Sport 1. Irani Trophy a. Football 2. Santosh Trophy b. Cricket 3. Azlan Shah Cup c. Hockey
A.
1-b, 2-c, 3-a
B.
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
C.
1-a, 2-c, 3-b
D.
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
Ans:
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
Explanation :
0
[21] Jallikattu practiced in Tamil Nadu is a part of which festival?
A.
Onam
B.
Pongal [R
C.
Natuanjali
D.
Harnpi
Ans:
Pongal
Explanation :
Jallikattu is a bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal festival. The term Vallikattu' is derived from the Tamil words Valli' (gold or silver coins) and `Kattu' (means `tied').
[22] Who among the following was N one of the recipients of Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016?
A.
Rajendra Prahlad Shelke
B.
Sylvanus Dung Dung
C.
Sathi Geetha
D.
Amit Kumar
Ans:
Amit Kumar
Explanation :
Sylvanu& Dung Dung (Hockey), Sathi Geetha (Athletics) and Rajendra Prahlad Shelke (Rowing) won the Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016. The award is named after Dhyan Chand (1905-79), an Indian field hockey player who scored more than 1000 goals during a career which spanned over 20 years from 1926 to 1948. Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement award for the year 2017 was given to Bhupender Singh (Athletics), Syed Shahid Hakim (Football) and. Sumsal Tete (Hockey).
[23] Who authored the book titled Jinnah often came to our House', which won the 2016 The Hindu Prize?
A.
Kiran Doshi
B.
Salman Rushdie
C.
K. Vijay Kumar
D.
Yasser Usman
Ans:
Kiran Doshi
Explanation :
Kiran Doshi is a retired Indian diplomat and educationist. His last novel, Jinnah often came to our House, received The Hindu Prize for the best work of fiction published in India, 2016.
[24] With which country India has signed an agreement to renew the supply of Petroleum for a period of 5 years (i.e. till 2022)?
A.
Nepal
B.
U.A.E.
C.
Iran
D.
Bhutan
Ans:
Nepal
Explanation :
India and Nepal, in March 2017, agreed to deepen energy ties by renewing India's fuel sale deal with the Himalayan country by another five years and assist in implementing a cooking gas-for poor scheme Akin to Ujjwala scheme in India. As per the agreement, Indian Oil Corp oration will supply about 1.3 million tonnes of fuel every year for the next five years to Nepal.
[25] Which of the following neighbouring country of India is not a land locked country?
A.
Nepal
B.
Myanmar
C.
Bhutan
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Myanmar
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Explanation :
Taxila University, the world's oldest university, was situated between the Indus and Jhelum (Hydaspes) rivers. In flourished from 600 BC to 500, A.D in the kingdom of Gandhara.
[6] Who is the most prominent god of Rig Veda'?
A.
Indra
B.
Agni
C.
Pashupati
D.
Vishnu
Ans:
Indra
Explanation :
The anthropomorphic god Indra was the most important god during the Rig Vedic period. He played the role of a warlord, leading the Aryan soldiers to victory against the demons.
[7] Which Indian state has the largest share of the Wastelands in India?
A.
Gujarat
B.
Andhra Pradesh
C.
Madhya Pradesh
D.
Rajasthan
Ans:
Rajasthan
Explanation :
With 84,929 sq.km of area under wastelands, Rajasthan has the largest area under wasteland. Jammu and kashmir (75,436 km2), Madhya Pradesh (40,113 km2) and maharashtra (37,831 km2) come next in terms of area under wasteland.
[8] Which is the highest peak in Andaman and Nicobar islands?
A.
Mount Koya
B.
Mount Diavolo
C.
Saddle Peak
D.
Mount Thuiller
Ans:
Saddle Peak
Explanation :
Saddle Peak, located on North Andaman Island, is the highest peak of Andaman alt Nicobar Islands. With a heigher of 732 metres, it is the highest point of the archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. It is surrounded by Saddle Peak National Park.
[9] How does a Unicellular Organ-ism reproduce?
A.
Cell division
B.
Cell reproduction
C.
Cell synthesis
D.
Fragmentation
Ans:
Cell division
Explanation :
Unicellular organisms reproduce by asexual means. This asexual mode of reproduction involves cell division in which single parent produce their offspring. For simple unicellular microorganisms such as the amoeba, one cell division is equivalent to reproduction - an entire new organism is created. Different asexual modes of reproduction include binary fission, multiple fission, fragmentation, budding etc.
[10] What is the full form of DNA?
A.
Diribo nucleic acid
B.
Di nucleic acid
C.
Dual nitrogen acid
D.
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Ans:
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Explanation :
DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic acid. It is a nucleic acid, that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning and reproduction of all known living organisms and many viruses. DNA and another nucleic acid RNA are one of the four major types of macromolecules that are essential for all known forms of life along with proteins, lipids and complex carbohydrates (polysaccharides).
[11] Which among the following is/ are female hormones? (i) Estrogen (ii) Progesterone (iii)Testosterone
A.
(i) and (iii)
B.
(i) and (ii)
C.
(ii) and (iii)
D.
Only (iii)
Ans:
(i) and (ii)
Explanation :
There are several hormones in females which are naturally produced and secreted by the glands of the endocrine system. Among them, estrogen, and progesterone are secreted for the influence on a woman's reproductive health and are termed as female sex hormones. Estrogen and progesterone are made by the ovaries.
[12] Which of the following is called GDP Deflator?
A.
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
B.
Ratio of nominal to real GNP
C.
Ratio of nominal to real CPI
D.
Ratio of real to nominal GNP
Ans:
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
Explanation :
The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) deflator is a measure of general price inflation. It is calculated by dividing nominal GDP by real GDP and then multiplying by 100. Nominal GDP is the market value of goods and services produced in an economy, unadjusted for inflation (It is the GDP measured at current prices) Real GDP is nominal GDP, adjusted for inflation to reflect changes in real output (It is the GDP measured at constant prices).
[13] Which organization monitors the banks in actually maintaining cash balance?
A.
State Bank of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
Grameen Bank of India
D.
None of these
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India sees that the banks maintain a minimum cash balance out of the deposits they receive. It monitors that the banks actually maintain the cash balance. Similarly, it sees that the banks give loans not just to profit making businesses and traders but also to small cultivators, small scale industries, to small borrowers, etc.
[14] Which of the following Country doesn't have a written Constitution?
A.
United Kingdom
B.
Australia
C.
United States of America
D.
Bangladesh
Ans:
United Kingdom
Explanation :
The United Kingdom does not have one specific constitutional document named as such. Instead, the so-called constitution of the United Kingdom is a sum of laws and principles that make up the country's body politic. This is sometimes referred to as an "unwritten" or un-codified constitution. The British constitution primarily draws from four sources: statute law (laws passed by the legislature), common law (laws established through court judgments), parliamentary conventions, and works of authority.
[15] In the Indian Parliamentary System, Vote on Account' is valid for how many months (except the year of elections)?
A.
2 months
B.
3 months
C.
6 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
2 months
Explanation :
The Vote on Account is the special provision given to the government to obtain the vote of Parliament to withdraw money when the budget for the new financial year is not released or the elections are underway, and the caretaker government is in place. Normally it stays valid for two month but however, it can be extended if the year is an election year and it is anticipated the main demand and that the appropriation bill will take longer to be passed by the house.
[16] For which of the following game, players must have the knowledge of Pascal's law?
A.
Climbing
B.
Paragliding
C.
ting
D.
Scuba diving
Ans:
Scuba diving
Explanation :
Pascal's law is a principle in fluid mechanics that states that a pressure change occurring anywhere in a confined incompressible fluid is transmitted throughout the fluid such that the same change occurs everywhere. Scuba divers must understand this principle. At a depth of 10 metres under water, pressure is twice the atmospheric pressure at sea level, and increases by about 100 kPa for each increase of 10 metres depth.
[17] What is the value of the Least Distance of Distinct vision (in cm) for a normal human being?
A.
2.5
B.
25
C.
58
D.
60
Ans:
25
Explanation :
The minimum distance of an object from eye to have its clear image is called "Least Distance of Distinct Vision". This distance is about 25 cm from the eye. If the object is held closer to the eye than this distance the image formed will be blurred and fuzzy. The location of the near point, however, changes with age.
[18] What is the full form of ISDN?
A.
International Service Digital Network
B.
Indian Service Digital Network
C.
Integrated Service Digital Network
D.
Internal Service Digital Network
Ans:
Integrated Service Digital Network
Explanation :
ISDN stands for Integrated Services Digital Network. It is a set of communication standards for simultaneous digital transmission of voice, video, data, and other network services over the traditional circuits of the public switched telephone network. The key feature of ISDN is that it integrates speech and data on the same lines, not available in the classic telephone system.
[19] Which among the following is used to treat Indigestion?
A.
Antacid
B.
Antiseptic
C.
Analgesic
D.
Antibiotic
Ans:
Antacid
Explanation :
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, used to relieve heart-burn, indigestion or an upset stomach. They contain ingredients such as aluminium, calcium, or mesium which act as bases (alkalis) to counteract the stomach acid and lower pH. They work quickly and are used to relieve symptoms of acid reflux, heartburn or indigestion (dyspepsia).
[20] Match the following : Trophy/Cup Sport 1. Irani Trophy a. Football 2. Santosh Trophy b. Cricket 3. Azlan Shah Cup c. Hockey
A.
1-b, 2-c, 3-a
B.
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
C.
1-a, 2-c, 3-b
D.
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
Ans:
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
Explanation :
0
[21] Jallikattu practiced in Tamil Nadu is a part of which festival?
A.
Onam
B.
Pongal [R
C.
Natuanjali
D.
Harnpi
Ans:
Pongal
Explanation :
Jallikattu is a bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal festival. The term Vallikattu' is derived from the Tamil words Valli' (gold or silver coins) and `Kattu' (means `tied').
[22] Who among the following was N one of the recipients of Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016?
A.
Rajendra Prahlad Shelke
B.
Sylvanus Dung Dung
C.
Sathi Geetha
D.
Amit Kumar
Ans:
Amit Kumar
Explanation :
Sylvanu& Dung Dung (Hockey), Sathi Geetha (Athletics) and Rajendra Prahlad Shelke (Rowing) won the Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016. The award is named after Dhyan Chand (1905-79), an Indian field hockey player who scored more than 1000 goals during a career which spanned over 20 years from 1926 to 1948. Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement award for the year 2017 was given to Bhupender Singh (Athletics), Syed Shahid Hakim (Football) and. Sumsal Tete (Hockey).
[23] Who authored the book titled Jinnah often came to our House', which won the 2016 The Hindu Prize?
A.
Kiran Doshi
B.
Salman Rushdie
C.
K. Vijay Kumar
D.
Yasser Usman
Ans:
Kiran Doshi
Explanation :
Kiran Doshi is a retired Indian diplomat and educationist. His last novel, Jinnah often came to our House, received The Hindu Prize for the best work of fiction published in India, 2016.
[24] With which country India has signed an agreement to renew the supply of Petroleum for a period of 5 years (i.e. till 2022)?
A.
Nepal
B.
U.A.E.
C.
Iran
D.
Bhutan
Ans:
Nepal
Explanation :
India and Nepal, in March 2017, agreed to deepen energy ties by renewing India's fuel sale deal with the Himalayan country by another five years and assist in implementing a cooking gas-for poor scheme Akin to Ujjwala scheme in India. As per the agreement, Indian Oil Corp oration will supply about 1.3 million tonnes of fuel every year for the next five years to Nepal.
[25] Which of the following neighbouring country of India is not a land locked country?
A.
Nepal
B.
Myanmar
C.
Bhutan
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Myanmar
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Explanation :
With 84,929 sq.km of area under wastelands, Rajasthan has the largest area under wasteland. Jammu and kashmir (75,436 km2), Madhya Pradesh (40,113 km2) and maharashtra (37,831 km2) come next in terms of area under wasteland.
[8] Which is the highest peak in Andaman and Nicobar islands?
A.
Mount Koya
B.
Mount Diavolo
C.
Saddle Peak
D.
Mount Thuiller
Ans:
Saddle Peak
Explanation :
Saddle Peak, located on North Andaman Island, is the highest peak of Andaman alt Nicobar Islands. With a heigher of 732 metres, it is the highest point of the archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. It is surrounded by Saddle Peak National Park.
[9] How does a Unicellular Organ-ism reproduce?
A.
Cell division
B.
Cell reproduction
C.
Cell synthesis
D.
Fragmentation
Ans:
Cell division
Explanation :
Unicellular organisms reproduce by asexual means. This asexual mode of reproduction involves cell division in which single parent produce their offspring. For simple unicellular microorganisms such as the amoeba, one cell division is equivalent to reproduction - an entire new organism is created. Different asexual modes of reproduction include binary fission, multiple fission, fragmentation, budding etc.
[10] What is the full form of DNA?
A.
Diribo nucleic acid
B.
Di nucleic acid
C.
Dual nitrogen acid
D.
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Ans:
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Explanation :
DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic acid. It is a nucleic acid, that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning and reproduction of all known living organisms and many viruses. DNA and another nucleic acid RNA are one of the four major types of macromolecules that are essential for all known forms of life along with proteins, lipids and complex carbohydrates (polysaccharides).
[11] Which among the following is/ are female hormones? (i) Estrogen (ii) Progesterone (iii)Testosterone
A.
(i) and (iii)
B.
(i) and (ii)
C.
(ii) and (iii)
D.
Only (iii)
Ans:
(i) and (ii)
Explanation :
There are several hormones in females which are naturally produced and secreted by the glands of the endocrine system. Among them, estrogen, and progesterone are secreted for the influence on a woman's reproductive health and are termed as female sex hormones. Estrogen and progesterone are made by the ovaries.
[12] Which of the following is called GDP Deflator?
A.
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
B.
Ratio of nominal to real GNP
C.
Ratio of nominal to real CPI
D.
Ratio of real to nominal GNP
Ans:
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
Explanation :
The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) deflator is a measure of general price inflation. It is calculated by dividing nominal GDP by real GDP and then multiplying by 100. Nominal GDP is the market value of goods and services produced in an economy, unadjusted for inflation (It is the GDP measured at current prices) Real GDP is nominal GDP, adjusted for inflation to reflect changes in real output (It is the GDP measured at constant prices).
[13] Which organization monitors the banks in actually maintaining cash balance?
A.
State Bank of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
Grameen Bank of India
D.
None of these
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India sees that the banks maintain a minimum cash balance out of the deposits they receive. It monitors that the banks actually maintain the cash balance. Similarly, it sees that the banks give loans not just to profit making businesses and traders but also to small cultivators, small scale industries, to small borrowers, etc.
[14] Which of the following Country doesn't have a written Constitution?
A.
United Kingdom
B.
Australia
C.
United States of America
D.
Bangladesh
Ans:
United Kingdom
Explanation :
The United Kingdom does not have one specific constitutional document named as such. Instead, the so-called constitution of the United Kingdom is a sum of laws and principles that make up the country's body politic. This is sometimes referred to as an "unwritten" or un-codified constitution. The British constitution primarily draws from four sources: statute law (laws passed by the legislature), common law (laws established through court judgments), parliamentary conventions, and works of authority.
[15] In the Indian Parliamentary System, Vote on Account' is valid for how many months (except the year of elections)?
A.
2 months
B.
3 months
C.
6 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
2 months
Explanation :
The Vote on Account is the special provision given to the government to obtain the vote of Parliament to withdraw money when the budget for the new financial year is not released or the elections are underway, and the caretaker government is in place. Normally it stays valid for two month but however, it can be extended if the year is an election year and it is anticipated the main demand and that the appropriation bill will take longer to be passed by the house.
[16] For which of the following game, players must have the knowledge of Pascal's law?
A.
Climbing
B.
Paragliding
C.
ting
D.
Scuba diving
Ans:
Scuba diving
Explanation :
Pascal's law is a principle in fluid mechanics that states that a pressure change occurring anywhere in a confined incompressible fluid is transmitted throughout the fluid such that the same change occurs everywhere. Scuba divers must understand this principle. At a depth of 10 metres under water, pressure is twice the atmospheric pressure at sea level, and increases by about 100 kPa for each increase of 10 metres depth.
[17] What is the value of the Least Distance of Distinct vision (in cm) for a normal human being?
A.
2.5
B.
25
C.
58
D.
60
Ans:
25
Explanation :
The minimum distance of an object from eye to have its clear image is called "Least Distance of Distinct Vision". This distance is about 25 cm from the eye. If the object is held closer to the eye than this distance the image formed will be blurred and fuzzy. The location of the near point, however, changes with age.
[18] What is the full form of ISDN?
A.
International Service Digital Network
B.
Indian Service Digital Network
C.
Integrated Service Digital Network
D.
Internal Service Digital Network
Ans:
Integrated Service Digital Network
Explanation :
ISDN stands for Integrated Services Digital Network. It is a set of communication standards for simultaneous digital transmission of voice, video, data, and other network services over the traditional circuits of the public switched telephone network. The key feature of ISDN is that it integrates speech and data on the same lines, not available in the classic telephone system.
[19] Which among the following is used to treat Indigestion?
A.
Antacid
B.
Antiseptic
C.
Analgesic
D.
Antibiotic
Ans:
Antacid
Explanation :
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, used to relieve heart-burn, indigestion or an upset stomach. They contain ingredients such as aluminium, calcium, or mesium which act as bases (alkalis) to counteract the stomach acid and lower pH. They work quickly and are used to relieve symptoms of acid reflux, heartburn or indigestion (dyspepsia).
[20] Match the following : Trophy/Cup Sport 1. Irani Trophy a. Football 2. Santosh Trophy b. Cricket 3. Azlan Shah Cup c. Hockey
A.
1-b, 2-c, 3-a
B.
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
C.
1-a, 2-c, 3-b
D.
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
Ans:
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
Explanation :
0
[21] Jallikattu practiced in Tamil Nadu is a part of which festival?
A.
Onam
B.
Pongal [R
C.
Natuanjali
D.
Harnpi
Ans:
Pongal
Explanation :
Jallikattu is a bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal festival. The term Vallikattu' is derived from the Tamil words Valli' (gold or silver coins) and `Kattu' (means `tied').
[22] Who among the following was N one of the recipients of Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016?
A.
Rajendra Prahlad Shelke
B.
Sylvanus Dung Dung
C.
Sathi Geetha
D.
Amit Kumar
Ans:
Amit Kumar
Explanation :
Sylvanu& Dung Dung (Hockey), Sathi Geetha (Athletics) and Rajendra Prahlad Shelke (Rowing) won the Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016. The award is named after Dhyan Chand (1905-79), an Indian field hockey player who scored more than 1000 goals during a career which spanned over 20 years from 1926 to 1948. Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement award for the year 2017 was given to Bhupender Singh (Athletics), Syed Shahid Hakim (Football) and. Sumsal Tete (Hockey).
[23] Who authored the book titled Jinnah often came to our House', which won the 2016 The Hindu Prize?
A.
Kiran Doshi
B.
Salman Rushdie
C.
K. Vijay Kumar
D.
Yasser Usman
Ans:
Kiran Doshi
Explanation :
Kiran Doshi is a retired Indian diplomat and educationist. His last novel, Jinnah often came to our House, received The Hindu Prize for the best work of fiction published in India, 2016.
[24] With which country India has signed an agreement to renew the supply of Petroleum for a period of 5 years (i.e. till 2022)?
A.
Nepal
B.
U.A.E.
C.
Iran
D.
Bhutan
Ans:
Nepal
Explanation :
India and Nepal, in March 2017, agreed to deepen energy ties by renewing India's fuel sale deal with the Himalayan country by another five years and assist in implementing a cooking gas-for poor scheme Akin to Ujjwala scheme in India. As per the agreement, Indian Oil Corp oration will supply about 1.3 million tonnes of fuel every year for the next five years to Nepal.
[25] Which of the following neighbouring country of India is not a land locked country?
A.
Nepal
B.
Myanmar
C.
Bhutan
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Myanmar
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Explanation :
Unicellular organisms reproduce by asexual means. This asexual mode of reproduction involves cell division in which single parent produce their offspring. For simple unicellular microorganisms such as the amoeba, one cell division is equivalent to reproduction - an entire new organism is created. Different asexual modes of reproduction include binary fission, multiple fission, fragmentation, budding etc.
[10] What is the full form of DNA?
A.
Diribo nucleic acid
B.
Di nucleic acid
C.
Dual nitrogen acid
D.
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Ans:
Deoxyribonucleic acid
Explanation :
DNA stands for Deoxyribonucleic acid. It is a nucleic acid, that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning and reproduction of all known living organisms and many viruses. DNA and another nucleic acid RNA are one of the four major types of macromolecules that are essential for all known forms of life along with proteins, lipids and complex carbohydrates (polysaccharides).
[11] Which among the following is/ are female hormones? (i) Estrogen (ii) Progesterone (iii)Testosterone
A.
(i) and (iii)
B.
(i) and (ii)
C.
(ii) and (iii)
D.
Only (iii)
Ans:
(i) and (ii)
Explanation :
There are several hormones in females which are naturally produced and secreted by the glands of the endocrine system. Among them, estrogen, and progesterone are secreted for the influence on a woman's reproductive health and are termed as female sex hormones. Estrogen and progesterone are made by the ovaries.
[12] Which of the following is called GDP Deflator?
A.
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
B.
Ratio of nominal to real GNP
C.
Ratio of nominal to real CPI
D.
Ratio of real to nominal GNP
Ans:
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
Explanation :
The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) deflator is a measure of general price inflation. It is calculated by dividing nominal GDP by real GDP and then multiplying by 100. Nominal GDP is the market value of goods and services produced in an economy, unadjusted for inflation (It is the GDP measured at current prices) Real GDP is nominal GDP, adjusted for inflation to reflect changes in real output (It is the GDP measured at constant prices).
[13] Which organization monitors the banks in actually maintaining cash balance?
A.
State Bank of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
Grameen Bank of India
D.
None of these
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India sees that the banks maintain a minimum cash balance out of the deposits they receive. It monitors that the banks actually maintain the cash balance. Similarly, it sees that the banks give loans not just to profit making businesses and traders but also to small cultivators, small scale industries, to small borrowers, etc.
[14] Which of the following Country doesn't have a written Constitution?
A.
United Kingdom
B.
Australia
C.
United States of America
D.
Bangladesh
Ans:
United Kingdom
Explanation :
The United Kingdom does not have one specific constitutional document named as such. Instead, the so-called constitution of the United Kingdom is a sum of laws and principles that make up the country's body politic. This is sometimes referred to as an "unwritten" or un-codified constitution. The British constitution primarily draws from four sources: statute law (laws passed by the legislature), common law (laws established through court judgments), parliamentary conventions, and works of authority.
[15] In the Indian Parliamentary System, Vote on Account' is valid for how many months (except the year of elections)?
A.
2 months
B.
3 months
C.
6 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
2 months
Explanation :
The Vote on Account is the special provision given to the government to obtain the vote of Parliament to withdraw money when the budget for the new financial year is not released or the elections are underway, and the caretaker government is in place. Normally it stays valid for two month but however, it can be extended if the year is an election year and it is anticipated the main demand and that the appropriation bill will take longer to be passed by the house.
[16] For which of the following game, players must have the knowledge of Pascal's law?
A.
Climbing
B.
Paragliding
C.
ting
D.
Scuba diving
Ans:
Scuba diving
Explanation :
Pascal's law is a principle in fluid mechanics that states that a pressure change occurring anywhere in a confined incompressible fluid is transmitted throughout the fluid such that the same change occurs everywhere. Scuba divers must understand this principle. At a depth of 10 metres under water, pressure is twice the atmospheric pressure at sea level, and increases by about 100 kPa for each increase of 10 metres depth.
[17] What is the value of the Least Distance of Distinct vision (in cm) for a normal human being?
A.
2.5
B.
25
C.
58
D.
60
Ans:
25
Explanation :
The minimum distance of an object from eye to have its clear image is called "Least Distance of Distinct Vision". This distance is about 25 cm from the eye. If the object is held closer to the eye than this distance the image formed will be blurred and fuzzy. The location of the near point, however, changes with age.
[18] What is the full form of ISDN?
A.
International Service Digital Network
B.
Indian Service Digital Network
C.
Integrated Service Digital Network
D.
Internal Service Digital Network
Ans:
Integrated Service Digital Network
Explanation :
ISDN stands for Integrated Services Digital Network. It is a set of communication standards for simultaneous digital transmission of voice, video, data, and other network services over the traditional circuits of the public switched telephone network. The key feature of ISDN is that it integrates speech and data on the same lines, not available in the classic telephone system.
[19] Which among the following is used to treat Indigestion?
A.
Antacid
B.
Antiseptic
C.
Analgesic
D.
Antibiotic
Ans:
Antacid
Explanation :
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, used to relieve heart-burn, indigestion or an upset stomach. They contain ingredients such as aluminium, calcium, or mesium which act as bases (alkalis) to counteract the stomach acid and lower pH. They work quickly and are used to relieve symptoms of acid reflux, heartburn or indigestion (dyspepsia).
[20] Match the following : Trophy/Cup Sport 1. Irani Trophy a. Football 2. Santosh Trophy b. Cricket 3. Azlan Shah Cup c. Hockey
A.
1-b, 2-c, 3-a
B.
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
C.
1-a, 2-c, 3-b
D.
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
Ans:
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
Explanation :
0
[21] Jallikattu practiced in Tamil Nadu is a part of which festival?
A.
Onam
B.
Pongal [R
C.
Natuanjali
D.
Harnpi
Ans:
Pongal
Explanation :
Jallikattu is a bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal festival. The term Vallikattu' is derived from the Tamil words Valli' (gold or silver coins) and `Kattu' (means `tied').
[22] Who among the following was N one of the recipients of Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016?
A.
Rajendra Prahlad Shelke
B.
Sylvanus Dung Dung
C.
Sathi Geetha
D.
Amit Kumar
Ans:
Amit Kumar
Explanation :
Sylvanu& Dung Dung (Hockey), Sathi Geetha (Athletics) and Rajendra Prahlad Shelke (Rowing) won the Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016. The award is named after Dhyan Chand (1905-79), an Indian field hockey player who scored more than 1000 goals during a career which spanned over 20 years from 1926 to 1948. Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement award for the year 2017 was given to Bhupender Singh (Athletics), Syed Shahid Hakim (Football) and. Sumsal Tete (Hockey).
[23] Who authored the book titled Jinnah often came to our House', which won the 2016 The Hindu Prize?
A.
Kiran Doshi
B.
Salman Rushdie
C.
K. Vijay Kumar
D.
Yasser Usman
Ans:
Kiran Doshi
Explanation :
Kiran Doshi is a retired Indian diplomat and educationist. His last novel, Jinnah often came to our House, received The Hindu Prize for the best work of fiction published in India, 2016.
[24] With which country India has signed an agreement to renew the supply of Petroleum for a period of 5 years (i.e. till 2022)?
A.
Nepal
B.
U.A.E.
C.
Iran
D.
Bhutan
Ans:
Nepal
Explanation :
India and Nepal, in March 2017, agreed to deepen energy ties by renewing India's fuel sale deal with the Himalayan country by another five years and assist in implementing a cooking gas-for poor scheme Akin to Ujjwala scheme in India. As per the agreement, Indian Oil Corp oration will supply about 1.3 million tonnes of fuel every year for the next five years to Nepal.
[25] Which of the following neighbouring country of India is not a land locked country?
A.
Nepal
B.
Myanmar
C.
Bhutan
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Myanmar
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Explanation :
There are several hormones in females which are naturally produced and secreted by the glands of the endocrine system. Among them, estrogen, and progesterone are secreted for the influence on a woman's reproductive health and are termed as female sex hormones. Estrogen and progesterone are made by the ovaries.
[12] Which of the following is called GDP Deflator?
A.
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
B.
Ratio of nominal to real GNP
C.
Ratio of nominal to real CPI
D.
Ratio of real to nominal GNP
Ans:
Ratio of nominal to real GDP
Explanation :
The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) deflator is a measure of general price inflation. It is calculated by dividing nominal GDP by real GDP and then multiplying by 100. Nominal GDP is the market value of goods and services produced in an economy, unadjusted for inflation (It is the GDP measured at current prices) Real GDP is nominal GDP, adjusted for inflation to reflect changes in real output (It is the GDP measured at constant prices).
[13] Which organization monitors the banks in actually maintaining cash balance?
A.
State Bank of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
Grameen Bank of India
D.
None of these
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India sees that the banks maintain a minimum cash balance out of the deposits they receive. It monitors that the banks actually maintain the cash balance. Similarly, it sees that the banks give loans not just to profit making businesses and traders but also to small cultivators, small scale industries, to small borrowers, etc.
[14] Which of the following Country doesn't have a written Constitution?
A.
United Kingdom
B.
Australia
C.
United States of America
D.
Bangladesh
Ans:
United Kingdom
Explanation :
The United Kingdom does not have one specific constitutional document named as such. Instead, the so-called constitution of the United Kingdom is a sum of laws and principles that make up the country's body politic. This is sometimes referred to as an "unwritten" or un-codified constitution. The British constitution primarily draws from four sources: statute law (laws passed by the legislature), common law (laws established through court judgments), parliamentary conventions, and works of authority.
[15] In the Indian Parliamentary System, Vote on Account' is valid for how many months (except the year of elections)?
A.
2 months
B.
3 months
C.
6 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
2 months
Explanation :
The Vote on Account is the special provision given to the government to obtain the vote of Parliament to withdraw money when the budget for the new financial year is not released or the elections are underway, and the caretaker government is in place. Normally it stays valid for two month but however, it can be extended if the year is an election year and it is anticipated the main demand and that the appropriation bill will take longer to be passed by the house.
[16] For which of the following game, players must have the knowledge of Pascal's law?
A.
Climbing
B.
Paragliding
C.
ting
D.
Scuba diving
Ans:
Scuba diving
Explanation :
Pascal's law is a principle in fluid mechanics that states that a pressure change occurring anywhere in a confined incompressible fluid is transmitted throughout the fluid such that the same change occurs everywhere. Scuba divers must understand this principle. At a depth of 10 metres under water, pressure is twice the atmospheric pressure at sea level, and increases by about 100 kPa for each increase of 10 metres depth.
[17] What is the value of the Least Distance of Distinct vision (in cm) for a normal human being?
A.
2.5
B.
25
C.
58
D.
60
Ans:
25
Explanation :
The minimum distance of an object from eye to have its clear image is called "Least Distance of Distinct Vision". This distance is about 25 cm from the eye. If the object is held closer to the eye than this distance the image formed will be blurred and fuzzy. The location of the near point, however, changes with age.
[18] What is the full form of ISDN?
A.
International Service Digital Network
B.
Indian Service Digital Network
C.
Integrated Service Digital Network
D.
Internal Service Digital Network
Ans:
Integrated Service Digital Network
Explanation :
ISDN stands for Integrated Services Digital Network. It is a set of communication standards for simultaneous digital transmission of voice, video, data, and other network services over the traditional circuits of the public switched telephone network. The key feature of ISDN is that it integrates speech and data on the same lines, not available in the classic telephone system.
[19] Which among the following is used to treat Indigestion?
A.
Antacid
B.
Antiseptic
C.
Analgesic
D.
Antibiotic
Ans:
Antacid
Explanation :
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, used to relieve heart-burn, indigestion or an upset stomach. They contain ingredients such as aluminium, calcium, or mesium which act as bases (alkalis) to counteract the stomach acid and lower pH. They work quickly and are used to relieve symptoms of acid reflux, heartburn or indigestion (dyspepsia).
[20] Match the following : Trophy/Cup Sport 1. Irani Trophy a. Football 2. Santosh Trophy b. Cricket 3. Azlan Shah Cup c. Hockey
A.
1-b, 2-c, 3-a
B.
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
C.
1-a, 2-c, 3-b
D.
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
Ans:
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
Explanation :
0
[21] Jallikattu practiced in Tamil Nadu is a part of which festival?
A.
Onam
B.
Pongal [R
C.
Natuanjali
D.
Harnpi
Ans:
Pongal
Explanation :
Jallikattu is a bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal festival. The term Vallikattu' is derived from the Tamil words Valli' (gold or silver coins) and `Kattu' (means `tied').
[22] Who among the following was N one of the recipients of Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016?
A.
Rajendra Prahlad Shelke
B.
Sylvanus Dung Dung
C.
Sathi Geetha
D.
Amit Kumar
Ans:
Amit Kumar
Explanation :
Sylvanu& Dung Dung (Hockey), Sathi Geetha (Athletics) and Rajendra Prahlad Shelke (Rowing) won the Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016. The award is named after Dhyan Chand (1905-79), an Indian field hockey player who scored more than 1000 goals during a career which spanned over 20 years from 1926 to 1948. Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement award for the year 2017 was given to Bhupender Singh (Athletics), Syed Shahid Hakim (Football) and. Sumsal Tete (Hockey).
[23] Who authored the book titled Jinnah often came to our House', which won the 2016 The Hindu Prize?
A.
Kiran Doshi
B.
Salman Rushdie
C.
K. Vijay Kumar
D.
Yasser Usman
Ans:
Kiran Doshi
Explanation :
Kiran Doshi is a retired Indian diplomat and educationist. His last novel, Jinnah often came to our House, received The Hindu Prize for the best work of fiction published in India, 2016.
[24] With which country India has signed an agreement to renew the supply of Petroleum for a period of 5 years (i.e. till 2022)?
A.
Nepal
B.
U.A.E.
C.
Iran
D.
Bhutan
Ans:
Nepal
Explanation :
India and Nepal, in March 2017, agreed to deepen energy ties by renewing India's fuel sale deal with the Himalayan country by another five years and assist in implementing a cooking gas-for poor scheme Akin to Ujjwala scheme in India. As per the agreement, Indian Oil Corp oration will supply about 1.3 million tonnes of fuel every year for the next five years to Nepal.
[25] Which of the following neighbouring country of India is not a land locked country?
A.
Nepal
B.
Myanmar
C.
Bhutan
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Myanmar
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India sees that the banks maintain a minimum cash balance out of the deposits they receive. It monitors that the banks actually maintain the cash balance. Similarly, it sees that the banks give loans not just to profit making businesses and traders but also to small cultivators, small scale industries, to small borrowers, etc.
[14] Which of the following Country doesn't have a written Constitution?
A.
United Kingdom
B.
Australia
C.
United States of America
D.
Bangladesh
Ans:
United Kingdom
Explanation :
The United Kingdom does not have one specific constitutional document named as such. Instead, the so-called constitution of the United Kingdom is a sum of laws and principles that make up the country's body politic. This is sometimes referred to as an "unwritten" or un-codified constitution. The British constitution primarily draws from four sources: statute law (laws passed by the legislature), common law (laws established through court judgments), parliamentary conventions, and works of authority.
[15] In the Indian Parliamentary System, Vote on Account' is valid for how many months (except the year of elections)?
A.
2 months
B.
3 months
C.
6 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
2 months
Explanation :
The Vote on Account is the special provision given to the government to obtain the vote of Parliament to withdraw money when the budget for the new financial year is not released or the elections are underway, and the caretaker government is in place. Normally it stays valid for two month but however, it can be extended if the year is an election year and it is anticipated the main demand and that the appropriation bill will take longer to be passed by the house.
[16] For which of the following game, players must have the knowledge of Pascal's law?
A.
Climbing
B.
Paragliding
C.
ting
D.
Scuba diving
Ans:
Scuba diving
Explanation :
Pascal's law is a principle in fluid mechanics that states that a pressure change occurring anywhere in a confined incompressible fluid is transmitted throughout the fluid such that the same change occurs everywhere. Scuba divers must understand this principle. At a depth of 10 metres under water, pressure is twice the atmospheric pressure at sea level, and increases by about 100 kPa for each increase of 10 metres depth.
[17] What is the value of the Least Distance of Distinct vision (in cm) for a normal human being?
A.
2.5
B.
25
C.
58
D.
60
Ans:
25
Explanation :
The minimum distance of an object from eye to have its clear image is called "Least Distance of Distinct Vision". This distance is about 25 cm from the eye. If the object is held closer to the eye than this distance the image formed will be blurred and fuzzy. The location of the near point, however, changes with age.
[18] What is the full form of ISDN?
A.
International Service Digital Network
B.
Indian Service Digital Network
C.
Integrated Service Digital Network
D.
Internal Service Digital Network
Ans:
Integrated Service Digital Network
Explanation :
ISDN stands for Integrated Services Digital Network. It is a set of communication standards for simultaneous digital transmission of voice, video, data, and other network services over the traditional circuits of the public switched telephone network. The key feature of ISDN is that it integrates speech and data on the same lines, not available in the classic telephone system.
[19] Which among the following is used to treat Indigestion?
A.
Antacid
B.
Antiseptic
C.
Analgesic
D.
Antibiotic
Ans:
Antacid
Explanation :
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, used to relieve heart-burn, indigestion or an upset stomach. They contain ingredients such as aluminium, calcium, or mesium which act as bases (alkalis) to counteract the stomach acid and lower pH. They work quickly and are used to relieve symptoms of acid reflux, heartburn or indigestion (dyspepsia).
[20] Match the following : Trophy/Cup Sport 1. Irani Trophy a. Football 2. Santosh Trophy b. Cricket 3. Azlan Shah Cup c. Hockey
A.
1-b, 2-c, 3-a
B.
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
C.
1-a, 2-c, 3-b
D.
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
Ans:
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
Explanation :
0
[21] Jallikattu practiced in Tamil Nadu is a part of which festival?
A.
Onam
B.
Pongal [R
C.
Natuanjali
D.
Harnpi
Ans:
Pongal
Explanation :
Jallikattu is a bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal festival. The term Vallikattu' is derived from the Tamil words Valli' (gold or silver coins) and `Kattu' (means `tied').
[22] Who among the following was N one of the recipients of Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016?
A.
Rajendra Prahlad Shelke
B.
Sylvanus Dung Dung
C.
Sathi Geetha
D.
Amit Kumar
Ans:
Amit Kumar
Explanation :
Sylvanu& Dung Dung (Hockey), Sathi Geetha (Athletics) and Rajendra Prahlad Shelke (Rowing) won the Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016. The award is named after Dhyan Chand (1905-79), an Indian field hockey player who scored more than 1000 goals during a career which spanned over 20 years from 1926 to 1948. Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement award for the year 2017 was given to Bhupender Singh (Athletics), Syed Shahid Hakim (Football) and. Sumsal Tete (Hockey).
[23] Who authored the book titled Jinnah often came to our House', which won the 2016 The Hindu Prize?
A.
Kiran Doshi
B.
Salman Rushdie
C.
K. Vijay Kumar
D.
Yasser Usman
Ans:
Kiran Doshi
Explanation :
Kiran Doshi is a retired Indian diplomat and educationist. His last novel, Jinnah often came to our House, received The Hindu Prize for the best work of fiction published in India, 2016.
[24] With which country India has signed an agreement to renew the supply of Petroleum for a period of 5 years (i.e. till 2022)?
A.
Nepal
B.
U.A.E.
C.
Iran
D.
Bhutan
Ans:
Nepal
Explanation :
India and Nepal, in March 2017, agreed to deepen energy ties by renewing India's fuel sale deal with the Himalayan country by another five years and assist in implementing a cooking gas-for poor scheme Akin to Ujjwala scheme in India. As per the agreement, Indian Oil Corp oration will supply about 1.3 million tonnes of fuel every year for the next five years to Nepal.
[25] Which of the following neighbouring country of India is not a land locked country?
A.
Nepal
B.
Myanmar
C.
Bhutan
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Myanmar
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Explanation :
The Vote on Account is the special provision given to the government to obtain the vote of Parliament to withdraw money when the budget for the new financial year is not released or the elections are underway, and the caretaker government is in place. Normally it stays valid for two month but however, it can be extended if the year is an election year and it is anticipated the main demand and that the appropriation bill will take longer to be passed by the house.
[16] For which of the following game, players must have the knowledge of Pascal's law?
A.
Climbing
B.
Paragliding
C.
ting
D.
Scuba diving
Ans:
Scuba diving
Explanation :
Pascal's law is a principle in fluid mechanics that states that a pressure change occurring anywhere in a confined incompressible fluid is transmitted throughout the fluid such that the same change occurs everywhere. Scuba divers must understand this principle. At a depth of 10 metres under water, pressure is twice the atmospheric pressure at sea level, and increases by about 100 kPa for each increase of 10 metres depth.
[17] What is the value of the Least Distance of Distinct vision (in cm) for a normal human being?
A.
2.5
B.
25
C.
58
D.
60
Ans:
25
Explanation :
The minimum distance of an object from eye to have its clear image is called "Least Distance of Distinct Vision". This distance is about 25 cm from the eye. If the object is held closer to the eye than this distance the image formed will be blurred and fuzzy. The location of the near point, however, changes with age.
[18] What is the full form of ISDN?
A.
International Service Digital Network
B.
Indian Service Digital Network
C.
Integrated Service Digital Network
D.
Internal Service Digital Network
Ans:
Integrated Service Digital Network
Explanation :
ISDN stands for Integrated Services Digital Network. It is a set of communication standards for simultaneous digital transmission of voice, video, data, and other network services over the traditional circuits of the public switched telephone network. The key feature of ISDN is that it integrates speech and data on the same lines, not available in the classic telephone system.
[19] Which among the following is used to treat Indigestion?
A.
Antacid
B.
Antiseptic
C.
Analgesic
D.
Antibiotic
Ans:
Antacid
Explanation :
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, used to relieve heart-burn, indigestion or an upset stomach. They contain ingredients such as aluminium, calcium, or mesium which act as bases (alkalis) to counteract the stomach acid and lower pH. They work quickly and are used to relieve symptoms of acid reflux, heartburn or indigestion (dyspepsia).
[20] Match the following : Trophy/Cup Sport 1. Irani Trophy a. Football 2. Santosh Trophy b. Cricket 3. Azlan Shah Cup c. Hockey
A.
1-b, 2-c, 3-a
B.
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
C.
1-a, 2-c, 3-b
D.
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
Ans:
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
Explanation :
0
[21] Jallikattu practiced in Tamil Nadu is a part of which festival?
A.
Onam
B.
Pongal [R
C.
Natuanjali
D.
Harnpi
Ans:
Pongal
Explanation :
Jallikattu is a bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal festival. The term Vallikattu' is derived from the Tamil words Valli' (gold or silver coins) and `Kattu' (means `tied').
[22] Who among the following was N one of the recipients of Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016?
A.
Rajendra Prahlad Shelke
B.
Sylvanus Dung Dung
C.
Sathi Geetha
D.
Amit Kumar
Ans:
Amit Kumar
Explanation :
Sylvanu& Dung Dung (Hockey), Sathi Geetha (Athletics) and Rajendra Prahlad Shelke (Rowing) won the Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016. The award is named after Dhyan Chand (1905-79), an Indian field hockey player who scored more than 1000 goals during a career which spanned over 20 years from 1926 to 1948. Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement award for the year 2017 was given to Bhupender Singh (Athletics), Syed Shahid Hakim (Football) and. Sumsal Tete (Hockey).
[23] Who authored the book titled Jinnah often came to our House', which won the 2016 The Hindu Prize?
A.
Kiran Doshi
B.
Salman Rushdie
C.
K. Vijay Kumar
D.
Yasser Usman
Ans:
Kiran Doshi
Explanation :
Kiran Doshi is a retired Indian diplomat and educationist. His last novel, Jinnah often came to our House, received The Hindu Prize for the best work of fiction published in India, 2016.
[24] With which country India has signed an agreement to renew the supply of Petroleum for a period of 5 years (i.e. till 2022)?
A.
Nepal
B.
U.A.E.
C.
Iran
D.
Bhutan
Ans:
Nepal
Explanation :
India and Nepal, in March 2017, agreed to deepen energy ties by renewing India's fuel sale deal with the Himalayan country by another five years and assist in implementing a cooking gas-for poor scheme Akin to Ujjwala scheme in India. As per the agreement, Indian Oil Corp oration will supply about 1.3 million tonnes of fuel every year for the next five years to Nepal.
[25] Which of the following neighbouring country of India is not a land locked country?
A.
Nepal
B.
Myanmar
C.
Bhutan
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Myanmar
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Explanation :
The minimum distance of an object from eye to have its clear image is called "Least Distance of Distinct Vision". This distance is about 25 cm from the eye. If the object is held closer to the eye than this distance the image formed will be blurred and fuzzy. The location of the near point, however, changes with age.
[18] What is the full form of ISDN?
A.
International Service Digital Network
B.
Indian Service Digital Network
C.
Integrated Service Digital Network
D.
Internal Service Digital Network
Ans:
Integrated Service Digital Network
Explanation :
ISDN stands for Integrated Services Digital Network. It is a set of communication standards for simultaneous digital transmission of voice, video, data, and other network services over the traditional circuits of the public switched telephone network. The key feature of ISDN is that it integrates speech and data on the same lines, not available in the classic telephone system.
[19] Which among the following is used to treat Indigestion?
A.
Antacid
B.
Antiseptic
C.
Analgesic
D.
Antibiotic
Ans:
Antacid
Explanation :
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, used to relieve heart-burn, indigestion or an upset stomach. They contain ingredients such as aluminium, calcium, or mesium which act as bases (alkalis) to counteract the stomach acid and lower pH. They work quickly and are used to relieve symptoms of acid reflux, heartburn or indigestion (dyspepsia).
[20] Match the following : Trophy/Cup Sport 1. Irani Trophy a. Football 2. Santosh Trophy b. Cricket 3. Azlan Shah Cup c. Hockey
A.
1-b, 2-c, 3-a
B.
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
C.
1-a, 2-c, 3-b
D.
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
Ans:
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
Explanation :
0
[21] Jallikattu practiced in Tamil Nadu is a part of which festival?
A.
Onam
B.
Pongal [R
C.
Natuanjali
D.
Harnpi
Ans:
Pongal
Explanation :
Jallikattu is a bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal festival. The term Vallikattu' is derived from the Tamil words Valli' (gold or silver coins) and `Kattu' (means `tied').
[22] Who among the following was N one of the recipients of Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016?
A.
Rajendra Prahlad Shelke
B.
Sylvanus Dung Dung
C.
Sathi Geetha
D.
Amit Kumar
Ans:
Amit Kumar
Explanation :
Sylvanu& Dung Dung (Hockey), Sathi Geetha (Athletics) and Rajendra Prahlad Shelke (Rowing) won the Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016. The award is named after Dhyan Chand (1905-79), an Indian field hockey player who scored more than 1000 goals during a career which spanned over 20 years from 1926 to 1948. Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement award for the year 2017 was given to Bhupender Singh (Athletics), Syed Shahid Hakim (Football) and. Sumsal Tete (Hockey).
[23] Who authored the book titled Jinnah often came to our House', which won the 2016 The Hindu Prize?
A.
Kiran Doshi
B.
Salman Rushdie
C.
K. Vijay Kumar
D.
Yasser Usman
Ans:
Kiran Doshi
Explanation :
Kiran Doshi is a retired Indian diplomat and educationist. His last novel, Jinnah often came to our House, received The Hindu Prize for the best work of fiction published in India, 2016.
[24] With which country India has signed an agreement to renew the supply of Petroleum for a period of 5 years (i.e. till 2022)?
A.
Nepal
B.
U.A.E.
C.
Iran
D.
Bhutan
Ans:
Nepal
Explanation :
India and Nepal, in March 2017, agreed to deepen energy ties by renewing India's fuel sale deal with the Himalayan country by another five years and assist in implementing a cooking gas-for poor scheme Akin to Ujjwala scheme in India. As per the agreement, Indian Oil Corp oration will supply about 1.3 million tonnes of fuel every year for the next five years to Nepal.
[25] Which of the following neighbouring country of India is not a land locked country?
A.
Nepal
B.
Myanmar
C.
Bhutan
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Myanmar
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Explanation :
An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity, used to relieve heart-burn, indigestion or an upset stomach. They contain ingredients such as aluminium, calcium, or mesium which act as bases (alkalis) to counteract the stomach acid and lower pH. They work quickly and are used to relieve symptoms of acid reflux, heartburn or indigestion (dyspepsia).
[20] Match the following : Trophy/Cup Sport 1. Irani Trophy a. Football 2. Santosh Trophy b. Cricket 3. Azlan Shah Cup c. Hockey
A.
1-b, 2-c, 3-a
B.
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
C.
1-a, 2-c, 3-b
D.
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
Ans:
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
Explanation :
0
[21] Jallikattu practiced in Tamil Nadu is a part of which festival?
A.
Onam
B.
Pongal [R
C.
Natuanjali
D.
Harnpi
Ans:
Pongal
Explanation :
Jallikattu is a bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal festival. The term Vallikattu' is derived from the Tamil words Valli' (gold or silver coins) and `Kattu' (means `tied').
[22] Who among the following was N one of the recipients of Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016?
A.
Rajendra Prahlad Shelke
B.
Sylvanus Dung Dung
C.
Sathi Geetha
D.
Amit Kumar
Ans:
Amit Kumar
Explanation :
Sylvanu& Dung Dung (Hockey), Sathi Geetha (Athletics) and Rajendra Prahlad Shelke (Rowing) won the Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016. The award is named after Dhyan Chand (1905-79), an Indian field hockey player who scored more than 1000 goals during a career which spanned over 20 years from 1926 to 1948. Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement award for the year 2017 was given to Bhupender Singh (Athletics), Syed Shahid Hakim (Football) and. Sumsal Tete (Hockey).
[23] Who authored the book titled Jinnah often came to our House', which won the 2016 The Hindu Prize?
A.
Kiran Doshi
B.
Salman Rushdie
C.
K. Vijay Kumar
D.
Yasser Usman
Ans:
Kiran Doshi
Explanation :
Kiran Doshi is a retired Indian diplomat and educationist. His last novel, Jinnah often came to our House, received The Hindu Prize for the best work of fiction published in India, 2016.
[24] With which country India has signed an agreement to renew the supply of Petroleum for a period of 5 years (i.e. till 2022)?
A.
Nepal
B.
U.A.E.
C.
Iran
D.
Bhutan
Ans:
Nepal
Explanation :
India and Nepal, in March 2017, agreed to deepen energy ties by renewing India's fuel sale deal with the Himalayan country by another five years and assist in implementing a cooking gas-for poor scheme Akin to Ujjwala scheme in India. As per the agreement, Indian Oil Corp oration will supply about 1.3 million tonnes of fuel every year for the next five years to Nepal.
[25] Which of the following neighbouring country of India is not a land locked country?
A.
Nepal
B.
Myanmar
C.
Bhutan
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Myanmar
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Explanation :
Jallikattu is a bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal festival. The term Vallikattu' is derived from the Tamil words Valli' (gold or silver coins) and `Kattu' (means `tied').
[22] Who among the following was N one of the recipients of Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016?
A.
Rajendra Prahlad Shelke
B.
Sylvanus Dung Dung
C.
Sathi Geetha
D.
Amit Kumar
Ans:
Amit Kumar
Explanation :
Sylvanu& Dung Dung (Hockey), Sathi Geetha (Athletics) and Rajendra Prahlad Shelke (Rowing) won the Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2016. The award is named after Dhyan Chand (1905-79), an Indian field hockey player who scored more than 1000 goals during a career which spanned over 20 years from 1926 to 1948. Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement award for the year 2017 was given to Bhupender Singh (Athletics), Syed Shahid Hakim (Football) and. Sumsal Tete (Hockey).
[23] Who authored the book titled Jinnah often came to our House', which won the 2016 The Hindu Prize?
A.
Kiran Doshi
B.
Salman Rushdie
C.
K. Vijay Kumar
D.
Yasser Usman
Ans:
Kiran Doshi
Explanation :
Kiran Doshi is a retired Indian diplomat and educationist. His last novel, Jinnah often came to our House, received The Hindu Prize for the best work of fiction published in India, 2016.
[24] With which country India has signed an agreement to renew the supply of Petroleum for a period of 5 years (i.e. till 2022)?
A.
Nepal
B.
U.A.E.
C.
Iran
D.
Bhutan
Ans:
Nepal
Explanation :
India and Nepal, in March 2017, agreed to deepen energy ties by renewing India's fuel sale deal with the Himalayan country by another five years and assist in implementing a cooking gas-for poor scheme Akin to Ujjwala scheme in India. As per the agreement, Indian Oil Corp oration will supply about 1.3 million tonnes of fuel every year for the next five years to Nepal.
[25] Which of the following neighbouring country of India is not a land locked country?
A.
Nepal
B.
Myanmar
C.
Bhutan
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Myanmar
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Explanation :
Kiran Doshi is a retired Indian diplomat and educationist. His last novel, Jinnah often came to our House, received The Hindu Prize for the best work of fiction published in India, 2016.
[24] With which country India has signed an agreement to renew the supply of Petroleum for a period of 5 years (i.e. till 2022)?
A.
Nepal
B.
U.A.E.
C.
Iran
D.
Bhutan
Ans:
Nepal
Explanation :
India and Nepal, in March 2017, agreed to deepen energy ties by renewing India's fuel sale deal with the Himalayan country by another five years and assist in implementing a cooking gas-for poor scheme Akin to Ujjwala scheme in India. As per the agreement, Indian Oil Corp oration will supply about 1.3 million tonnes of fuel every year for the next five years to Nepal.
[25] Which of the following neighbouring country of India is not a land locked country?
A.
Nepal
B.
Myanmar
C.
Bhutan
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Myanmar
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.
Explanation :
Myanmar is not a land-locked country. It is bordered by India and Bangladesh to its west, Thailand and Laos to its east and China to its north and northeast. To its south, about one third of Myanmar's total perimeter of 5,876 km forms an uninterrupted coastline of 1,930 km along the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.