[1] Sphygmomanometer measures the blood pressure in the -
A.
Veins
B.
Arteries
C.
Eyes
D.
Synovial
Ans:
Arteries
Explanation :
Systemic arterial blood pressure usually is measured using an instrument called a sphygmomanometer. This device consists of an inflatable rubber cuff connected by tubing to a compressible bulb and a glass tube containing a column of mercury. The bulb is used to pump air into the cuff, and a rise in the mercury column indicates the pressure produced.
[2] The reverse effect of X-ray emission is -
A.
Raman effect
B.
Compton effect
C.
Zeeman effect
D.
Photoelectric
Ans:
Photoelectric
Explanation :
When fast moving electrons strike on high atomic weight sub-stance, X - ray is produced. In contrast, Photoelectric effect takes place when radiation of sufficient frequency incident on the metal surface and electrons are emitted. Hence, X - ray is the inverse phenomenon of photoelectric effect.
[3] The Wheeler Island has been renamed as -
A.
Vikram Sarabhai Island
B.
Satish Dhawan Island
C.
Abdul kalam Island
D.
C.V. Raman Island
Ans:
Abdul am Island
Explanation :
Wheeler Island, an island off the coast of Odisha, was renamed as Dr. Abdul Kalam Island in September 2015. The Integrated Test Range missile testing facility is located on the island. It was there that Kalam tested scores of missiles.
[4] Which is the biggest building at Mohenjodaro?
A.
Great Bath
B.
Great Granary
C.
Assembly Hall
D.
Rectangular Building
Ans:
Great Granary
Explanation :
The Great Granary was the largest building of Mohenjodaro. Measuring 150 feet in length and 50 feet in width, it consisted of 27 blocks of brick work crisscrossed by ventilation channels. The granary was supposed to be used for storing grains.
[5] One of the common forms of representing remote sensing data as information is in the form of –
A.
Thematic Maps
B.
Political Maps
C.
Distribution Maps
D.
Land use Maps
Ans:
Thematic Maps
Explanation :
One of the common forms of representing remote sensing data as information is in the form of thematic maps, by means of visual or computer classification. However, the matic maps are not an end in themselves and are only the starting point for a variety of applications to which remote sensing data can be potentially used.
[6] Bhakra Nangal Project is constructed across which river?
A.
Ganga
B.
Sutlej
C.
Cauvery
D.
Brahmaputra
Ans:
Sutlej
Explanation :
Bhakra Nangal Projectis a concrete gravity dam the Satluj River in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh. It is a joint venture of the Punjab. Haryana and Rajasthan states designed to harness the precious water of the Satluj for the benefit of the concerned states.
[7] The group of solar cells joined together in a definite pattern is called a -
A.
Battery
B.
Solar heater
C.
Solar cooker
D.
Solar cell panel
Ans:
Battery
Explanation :
A single solar cell can produce only a small amount of electricity. In those cases where more electrical power is needed, a large number of solar cells are joined in series. This group of solar cells is called a 'solar cell panel'. Thus, a solar cell panel consists of a large number of solar cells joined together in a definite pattern
[8] Chemical composition of cement is -
A.
Limestone and Clay
B.
Limestone, Clay and Gypsum
C.
Limestone and Gypsum
D.
Clay and Gypsum
Ans:
Limestone, Clay and Gypsum
Explanation :
The two important raw materials used for the preparation of cement are: Limestone: The chemical formula of limestone is CaCO3 and it is used in the manufacture of cement just to provide CaO.
[9] A stretch of sea water, partly or fully separated by a narrow strip from the main sea is called -
A.
Bay
B.
Isthmus
C.
Lagoon
D.
Strait
Ans:
Lagoon
Explanation :
Lagoon is a shallow stretch of water which is partly or completely separated from the sea by a narrow strip of land. In the case of coral reef, it is a channel of sea water between the reef and the main land. Lagoons are common coastal features around many parts of the world.
[10] WIMAX stands for -
A.
Wireless Interoperability for Microwave Access
B.
Wired Interoperability for Microwave Access
C.
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access
D.
Worldwide Infrastructure for Microwave Access
Ans:
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access
Explanation :
WIMAX stands for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access. It is a family of wireless communication standards based on the IEEE 802.16 set of standards, which provide multiple physical layer (PHY) and Media Access Control (MAC) options.W1MAX is some-times referred to as "Wi-Fi on steroids" and can be used for broad-band connections, hotspots, etc.
[11] India is developing Chabahar Port in which of the following countries?
A.
Iraq
B.
Oman
C.
Iran
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Iran
Explanation :
Chabahar Portis a seaport in Chabahar located in southeastern Iran, on the Gulf of Oman. It serves-as 'Iran's only oceanic port, and consists of two separate ports named Shahid Kalantari and Shahid Beheshti. India will develop and operate the Chabahar port.
[12] Dipa Karmakar is the first Indian woman to have qualified for Rio Olympic Games in which sport?
A.
Archery
B.
Boxing
C.
Badminton
D.
Gymnastics
Ans:
Gymnastics
Explanation :
Dipa Karmakar is an artistic gymnast who represented India at the 2016 Summer Olympics. She is the first Indian female agymnast ever to compete in the Olympics, and the first Indian agymnast to do so in 52 years. She attained 4th position in Women's Vault Gymnastics event of Rio Olympics 2016.
[13] What is the name of the deadly volcano in Indonesia that erupted again in May 2016?
A.
Mount Singabung
B.
Mount Merapi
C.
Mount Rinjani
D.
Mount Agung
Ans:
Mount Singabung
Explanation :
Mount Sinabung, a stratovolcano, located in North Sumatra, Indonesia, erupted in May 2016. Seven persons were killed in the wake of its eruption. The 2,460-metre (8,070 foot) tall volcano is one of 129 active volcanoes in Indonesia, which sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a belt of seismic activity running around the basin of the Pacific Ocean.
[14] The world's largest and deepest rail tunnel Gotthard Base Tunnel is located in which country?
A.
Belgium
B.
Austria
C.
Switzerland
D.
Sweden
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
The Gotthard Base Tunnel is a railway base tunnel through the Alps in Switzerland. It opened on 1 June 2016, and full service began on 11 December 2016. With a route length of 57.09 km, it is the world's longest and deepest traffic tunnel and the first flat, low-level route through the Alps.
[15] SIDO is related to the development of:
A.
Small industries
B.
Steel Industry
C.
Soap Industry
D.
Sugar Industry.
Ans:
Small industries
Explanation :
SIDO stands for Small industries Development Organization. It is an apex body and nodal agency for formulating, coordinating and monitoring the policies and programmes for promotion and development of small-scale industries. It was set up in 1954 on the basis of the recommendations of the Ford Foundation.
[16] The sigmoid colon is a part of -
A.
Small Intestine
B.
Large Intestine
C.
Pharynx
D.
Rectum
Ans:
Large Intestine
Explanation :
The sigmoid colon (pelvic colon) is the part of the large intestine that is closest to the rectum and anus. It forms a loop that averages about 35-40 cm in length. Its function is to expel solid and gaseous waste from the gastrointestinal tract.
[17] Beginning from the Financial Year 2017-18 NITI Ayog plans to replace the 5 year plans with which of the following?
A.
5 year Vision Document
B.
10 year Vision Document
C.
15 year Vision Document
D.
20 year Vision Document
Ans:
15 year Vision Document
Explanation :
Abandoning the ancient concept of five-year plans that India has been following since 1951, the National Institution for Transforming India (NM) Aayog has decided to come up with a 15-year vision document in tandem with global trends and economic growth. Cleared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in May 2016, the new blueprint will be implemented after the last of the five-year plans, the 12th (2012-17) ends in 2017.
[18] The connective tissue that connects a muscle to a bone is -
A.
Cartilage
B.
Ligament
C.
Tendon
D.
Interstitial fluid
Ans:
Tendon
Explanation :
A tendon or sinew is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that usually connects muscle to bone and is capable of withstanding tension. Tendons are similar to ligaments; both are made of collagen. Ligaments join one bone to another bone, while tendons connect muscle to bone.
[19] Indian Citizenship is granted by -
A.
The President of India
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Ministry of Home Affairs
D.
The Ministry of External Affairs
Ans:
The Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for granting Indian citizenship. Indian citizenship can be acquired by birth, descent, registration and naturalization. The conditions and procedure for acquisition of Indian citizenship as per the provision of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
[20] The innovation theory of profit was proposed by –
A.
Marshall
B.
Clark
C.
Schumpeter
D.
Joan Robbinson
Ans:
Schumpeter
Explanation :
The Innovation Theory of Profit was proposed by Joseph. A. Schumpeter, who believed that an entrepreneur can earn economic profits by introducing successful innovations. In other words, innovation theory of profit posits that main function of an entrepreneur is to introduce innovations and the profit in the from of reward is given for his performance.
[21] The most abundant element in the earth's atmosphere is -
A.
Argon
B.
Nitrogen
C.
Oxygen
D.
ton
Ans:
Nitrogen
Explanation :
The most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen. Nitrogen makes 78 percent of the Earth's atmosphere, and it is a permanent gas, which means that its percentage does not change on a daily basis. The rest of the atmosphere is made up of 21 percent oxygen, 0.9 percent and 0.1 percent trace gases.
[22] Who was the first Indian to be elected as a Member of the British House of Commons?
A.
Jayaprakash Narayan
B.
Dada Bhai Naoroji
C.
Ram Manohar Lohia
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Dada Bhai Naoroji
Explanation :
Naoroji moved to Britain once again and continued his political involvement. Elected for the Liberal Party in Finsbury Central at the 1892 general election, he was the first British Indian MP.
[23] Mohammed Bin Tuglaq transferred his capital from -
A.
Delhi to Warangal
B.
Delhi to Devagiri
C.
Delhi to Madurai
D.
Delhi to Vijayariagar
Ans:
Delhi to Devagiri
Explanation :
Moving of Capital. In 1327, Tughluq passed an order to move his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (in present-day Maharashtra) in the Deccan region of India. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq himself had spent a number of years as a prince on campaign in the southern states during the reign of his father.
[24] During the reign of which dynasty was the Great Wall of China constructed?
A.
Sung
B.
Tang
C.
Han
D.
Chin
Ans:
Chin
Explanation :
The Great Wall of China was mainly built during reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, along the country's northern border to prevent the invasion of Huns. Qin Shi Huang was the founder of the Qin (Chin) dynasty and was the first emperor of a unified China in 221 B.C. Later the han (202 B.0 - 220 A.D), the Northern Qi (550-574), the Sui (589-618), and particularly the Ming (1369-1644) were among those that rebuilt, re-manned, and expanded the Walls.
[25] Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form -
A.
Chimneys
B.
Mushrooms rocks
C.
Yardangs
D.
Demoiselles
Ans:
Yardangs
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.
Explanation :
Systemic arterial blood pressure usually is measured using an instrument called a sphygmomanometer. This device consists of an inflatable rubber cuff connected by tubing to a compressible bulb and a glass tube containing a column of mercury. The bulb is used to pump air into the cuff, and a rise in the mercury column indicates the pressure produced.
[2] The reverse effect of X-ray emission is -
A.
Raman effect
B.
Compton effect
C.
Zeeman effect
D.
Photoelectric
Ans:
Photoelectric
Explanation :
When fast moving electrons strike on high atomic weight sub-stance, X - ray is produced. In contrast, Photoelectric effect takes place when radiation of sufficient frequency incident on the metal surface and electrons are emitted. Hence, X - ray is the inverse phenomenon of photoelectric effect.
[3] The Wheeler Island has been renamed as -
A.
Vikram Sarabhai Island
B.
Satish Dhawan Island
C.
Abdul kalam Island
D.
C.V. Raman Island
Ans:
Abdul am Island
Explanation :
Wheeler Island, an island off the coast of Odisha, was renamed as Dr. Abdul Kalam Island in September 2015. The Integrated Test Range missile testing facility is located on the island. It was there that Kalam tested scores of missiles.
[4] Which is the biggest building at Mohenjodaro?
A.
Great Bath
B.
Great Granary
C.
Assembly Hall
D.
Rectangular Building
Ans:
Great Granary
Explanation :
The Great Granary was the largest building of Mohenjodaro. Measuring 150 feet in length and 50 feet in width, it consisted of 27 blocks of brick work crisscrossed by ventilation channels. The granary was supposed to be used for storing grains.
[5] One of the common forms of representing remote sensing data as information is in the form of –
A.
Thematic Maps
B.
Political Maps
C.
Distribution Maps
D.
Land use Maps
Ans:
Thematic Maps
Explanation :
One of the common forms of representing remote sensing data as information is in the form of thematic maps, by means of visual or computer classification. However, the matic maps are not an end in themselves and are only the starting point for a variety of applications to which remote sensing data can be potentially used.
[6] Bhakra Nangal Project is constructed across which river?
A.
Ganga
B.
Sutlej
C.
Cauvery
D.
Brahmaputra
Ans:
Sutlej
Explanation :
Bhakra Nangal Projectis a concrete gravity dam the Satluj River in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh. It is a joint venture of the Punjab. Haryana and Rajasthan states designed to harness the precious water of the Satluj for the benefit of the concerned states.
[7] The group of solar cells joined together in a definite pattern is called a -
A.
Battery
B.
Solar heater
C.
Solar cooker
D.
Solar cell panel
Ans:
Battery
Explanation :
A single solar cell can produce only a small amount of electricity. In those cases where more electrical power is needed, a large number of solar cells are joined in series. This group of solar cells is called a 'solar cell panel'. Thus, a solar cell panel consists of a large number of solar cells joined together in a definite pattern
[8] Chemical composition of cement is -
A.
Limestone and Clay
B.
Limestone, Clay and Gypsum
C.
Limestone and Gypsum
D.
Clay and Gypsum
Ans:
Limestone, Clay and Gypsum
Explanation :
The two important raw materials used for the preparation of cement are: Limestone: The chemical formula of limestone is CaCO3 and it is used in the manufacture of cement just to provide CaO.
[9] A stretch of sea water, partly or fully separated by a narrow strip from the main sea is called -
A.
Bay
B.
Isthmus
C.
Lagoon
D.
Strait
Ans:
Lagoon
Explanation :
Lagoon is a shallow stretch of water which is partly or completely separated from the sea by a narrow strip of land. In the case of coral reef, it is a channel of sea water between the reef and the main land. Lagoons are common coastal features around many parts of the world.
[10] WIMAX stands for -
A.
Wireless Interoperability for Microwave Access
B.
Wired Interoperability for Microwave Access
C.
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access
D.
Worldwide Infrastructure for Microwave Access
Ans:
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access
Explanation :
WIMAX stands for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access. It is a family of wireless communication standards based on the IEEE 802.16 set of standards, which provide multiple physical layer (PHY) and Media Access Control (MAC) options.W1MAX is some-times referred to as "Wi-Fi on steroids" and can be used for broad-band connections, hotspots, etc.
[11] India is developing Chabahar Port in which of the following countries?
A.
Iraq
B.
Oman
C.
Iran
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Iran
Explanation :
Chabahar Portis a seaport in Chabahar located in southeastern Iran, on the Gulf of Oman. It serves-as 'Iran's only oceanic port, and consists of two separate ports named Shahid Kalantari and Shahid Beheshti. India will develop and operate the Chabahar port.
[12] Dipa Karmakar is the first Indian woman to have qualified for Rio Olympic Games in which sport?
A.
Archery
B.
Boxing
C.
Badminton
D.
Gymnastics
Ans:
Gymnastics
Explanation :
Dipa Karmakar is an artistic gymnast who represented India at the 2016 Summer Olympics. She is the first Indian female agymnast ever to compete in the Olympics, and the first Indian agymnast to do so in 52 years. She attained 4th position in Women's Vault Gymnastics event of Rio Olympics 2016.
[13] What is the name of the deadly volcano in Indonesia that erupted again in May 2016?
A.
Mount Singabung
B.
Mount Merapi
C.
Mount Rinjani
D.
Mount Agung
Ans:
Mount Singabung
Explanation :
Mount Sinabung, a stratovolcano, located in North Sumatra, Indonesia, erupted in May 2016. Seven persons were killed in the wake of its eruption. The 2,460-metre (8,070 foot) tall volcano is one of 129 active volcanoes in Indonesia, which sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a belt of seismic activity running around the basin of the Pacific Ocean.
[14] The world's largest and deepest rail tunnel Gotthard Base Tunnel is located in which country?
A.
Belgium
B.
Austria
C.
Switzerland
D.
Sweden
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
The Gotthard Base Tunnel is a railway base tunnel through the Alps in Switzerland. It opened on 1 June 2016, and full service began on 11 December 2016. With a route length of 57.09 km, it is the world's longest and deepest traffic tunnel and the first flat, low-level route through the Alps.
[15] SIDO is related to the development of:
A.
Small industries
B.
Steel Industry
C.
Soap Industry
D.
Sugar Industry.
Ans:
Small industries
Explanation :
SIDO stands for Small industries Development Organization. It is an apex body and nodal agency for formulating, coordinating and monitoring the policies and programmes for promotion and development of small-scale industries. It was set up in 1954 on the basis of the recommendations of the Ford Foundation.
[16] The sigmoid colon is a part of -
A.
Small Intestine
B.
Large Intestine
C.
Pharynx
D.
Rectum
Ans:
Large Intestine
Explanation :
The sigmoid colon (pelvic colon) is the part of the large intestine that is closest to the rectum and anus. It forms a loop that averages about 35-40 cm in length. Its function is to expel solid and gaseous waste from the gastrointestinal tract.
[17] Beginning from the Financial Year 2017-18 NITI Ayog plans to replace the 5 year plans with which of the following?
A.
5 year Vision Document
B.
10 year Vision Document
C.
15 year Vision Document
D.
20 year Vision Document
Ans:
15 year Vision Document
Explanation :
Abandoning the ancient concept of five-year plans that India has been following since 1951, the National Institution for Transforming India (NM) Aayog has decided to come up with a 15-year vision document in tandem with global trends and economic growth. Cleared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in May 2016, the new blueprint will be implemented after the last of the five-year plans, the 12th (2012-17) ends in 2017.
[18] The connective tissue that connects a muscle to a bone is -
A.
Cartilage
B.
Ligament
C.
Tendon
D.
Interstitial fluid
Ans:
Tendon
Explanation :
A tendon or sinew is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that usually connects muscle to bone and is capable of withstanding tension. Tendons are similar to ligaments; both are made of collagen. Ligaments join one bone to another bone, while tendons connect muscle to bone.
[19] Indian Citizenship is granted by -
A.
The President of India
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Ministry of Home Affairs
D.
The Ministry of External Affairs
Ans:
The Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for granting Indian citizenship. Indian citizenship can be acquired by birth, descent, registration and naturalization. The conditions and procedure for acquisition of Indian citizenship as per the provision of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
[20] The innovation theory of profit was proposed by –
A.
Marshall
B.
Clark
C.
Schumpeter
D.
Joan Robbinson
Ans:
Schumpeter
Explanation :
The Innovation Theory of Profit was proposed by Joseph. A. Schumpeter, who believed that an entrepreneur can earn economic profits by introducing successful innovations. In other words, innovation theory of profit posits that main function of an entrepreneur is to introduce innovations and the profit in the from of reward is given for his performance.
[21] The most abundant element in the earth's atmosphere is -
A.
Argon
B.
Nitrogen
C.
Oxygen
D.
ton
Ans:
Nitrogen
Explanation :
The most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen. Nitrogen makes 78 percent of the Earth's atmosphere, and it is a permanent gas, which means that its percentage does not change on a daily basis. The rest of the atmosphere is made up of 21 percent oxygen, 0.9 percent and 0.1 percent trace gases.
[22] Who was the first Indian to be elected as a Member of the British House of Commons?
A.
Jayaprakash Narayan
B.
Dada Bhai Naoroji
C.
Ram Manohar Lohia
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Dada Bhai Naoroji
Explanation :
Naoroji moved to Britain once again and continued his political involvement. Elected for the Liberal Party in Finsbury Central at the 1892 general election, he was the first British Indian MP.
[23] Mohammed Bin Tuglaq transferred his capital from -
A.
Delhi to Warangal
B.
Delhi to Devagiri
C.
Delhi to Madurai
D.
Delhi to Vijayariagar
Ans:
Delhi to Devagiri
Explanation :
Moving of Capital. In 1327, Tughluq passed an order to move his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (in present-day Maharashtra) in the Deccan region of India. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq himself had spent a number of years as a prince on campaign in the southern states during the reign of his father.
[24] During the reign of which dynasty was the Great Wall of China constructed?
A.
Sung
B.
Tang
C.
Han
D.
Chin
Ans:
Chin
Explanation :
The Great Wall of China was mainly built during reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, along the country's northern border to prevent the invasion of Huns. Qin Shi Huang was the founder of the Qin (Chin) dynasty and was the first emperor of a unified China in 221 B.C. Later the han (202 B.0 - 220 A.D), the Northern Qi (550-574), the Sui (589-618), and particularly the Ming (1369-1644) were among those that rebuilt, re-manned, and expanded the Walls.
[25] Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form -
A.
Chimneys
B.
Mushrooms rocks
C.
Yardangs
D.
Demoiselles
Ans:
Yardangs
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.
Explanation :
Wheeler Island, an island off the coast of Odisha, was renamed as Dr. Abdul Kalam Island in September 2015. The Integrated Test Range missile testing facility is located on the island. It was there that Kalam tested scores of missiles.
[4] Which is the biggest building at Mohenjodaro?
A.
Great Bath
B.
Great Granary
C.
Assembly Hall
D.
Rectangular Building
Ans:
Great Granary
Explanation :
The Great Granary was the largest building of Mohenjodaro. Measuring 150 feet in length and 50 feet in width, it consisted of 27 blocks of brick work crisscrossed by ventilation channels. The granary was supposed to be used for storing grains.
[5] One of the common forms of representing remote sensing data as information is in the form of –
A.
Thematic Maps
B.
Political Maps
C.
Distribution Maps
D.
Land use Maps
Ans:
Thematic Maps
Explanation :
One of the common forms of representing remote sensing data as information is in the form of thematic maps, by means of visual or computer classification. However, the matic maps are not an end in themselves and are only the starting point for a variety of applications to which remote sensing data can be potentially used.
[6] Bhakra Nangal Project is constructed across which river?
A.
Ganga
B.
Sutlej
C.
Cauvery
D.
Brahmaputra
Ans:
Sutlej
Explanation :
Bhakra Nangal Projectis a concrete gravity dam the Satluj River in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh. It is a joint venture of the Punjab. Haryana and Rajasthan states designed to harness the precious water of the Satluj for the benefit of the concerned states.
[7] The group of solar cells joined together in a definite pattern is called a -
A.
Battery
B.
Solar heater
C.
Solar cooker
D.
Solar cell panel
Ans:
Battery
Explanation :
A single solar cell can produce only a small amount of electricity. In those cases where more electrical power is needed, a large number of solar cells are joined in series. This group of solar cells is called a 'solar cell panel'. Thus, a solar cell panel consists of a large number of solar cells joined together in a definite pattern
[8] Chemical composition of cement is -
A.
Limestone and Clay
B.
Limestone, Clay and Gypsum
C.
Limestone and Gypsum
D.
Clay and Gypsum
Ans:
Limestone, Clay and Gypsum
Explanation :
The two important raw materials used for the preparation of cement are: Limestone: The chemical formula of limestone is CaCO3 and it is used in the manufacture of cement just to provide CaO.
[9] A stretch of sea water, partly or fully separated by a narrow strip from the main sea is called -
A.
Bay
B.
Isthmus
C.
Lagoon
D.
Strait
Ans:
Lagoon
Explanation :
Lagoon is a shallow stretch of water which is partly or completely separated from the sea by a narrow strip of land. In the case of coral reef, it is a channel of sea water between the reef and the main land. Lagoons are common coastal features around many parts of the world.
[10] WIMAX stands for -
A.
Wireless Interoperability for Microwave Access
B.
Wired Interoperability for Microwave Access
C.
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access
D.
Worldwide Infrastructure for Microwave Access
Ans:
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access
Explanation :
WIMAX stands for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access. It is a family of wireless communication standards based on the IEEE 802.16 set of standards, which provide multiple physical layer (PHY) and Media Access Control (MAC) options.W1MAX is some-times referred to as "Wi-Fi on steroids" and can be used for broad-band connections, hotspots, etc.
[11] India is developing Chabahar Port in which of the following countries?
A.
Iraq
B.
Oman
C.
Iran
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Iran
Explanation :
Chabahar Portis a seaport in Chabahar located in southeastern Iran, on the Gulf of Oman. It serves-as 'Iran's only oceanic port, and consists of two separate ports named Shahid Kalantari and Shahid Beheshti. India will develop and operate the Chabahar port.
[12] Dipa Karmakar is the first Indian woman to have qualified for Rio Olympic Games in which sport?
A.
Archery
B.
Boxing
C.
Badminton
D.
Gymnastics
Ans:
Gymnastics
Explanation :
Dipa Karmakar is an artistic gymnast who represented India at the 2016 Summer Olympics. She is the first Indian female agymnast ever to compete in the Olympics, and the first Indian agymnast to do so in 52 years. She attained 4th position in Women's Vault Gymnastics event of Rio Olympics 2016.
[13] What is the name of the deadly volcano in Indonesia that erupted again in May 2016?
A.
Mount Singabung
B.
Mount Merapi
C.
Mount Rinjani
D.
Mount Agung
Ans:
Mount Singabung
Explanation :
Mount Sinabung, a stratovolcano, located in North Sumatra, Indonesia, erupted in May 2016. Seven persons were killed in the wake of its eruption. The 2,460-metre (8,070 foot) tall volcano is one of 129 active volcanoes in Indonesia, which sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a belt of seismic activity running around the basin of the Pacific Ocean.
[14] The world's largest and deepest rail tunnel Gotthard Base Tunnel is located in which country?
A.
Belgium
B.
Austria
C.
Switzerland
D.
Sweden
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
The Gotthard Base Tunnel is a railway base tunnel through the Alps in Switzerland. It opened on 1 June 2016, and full service began on 11 December 2016. With a route length of 57.09 km, it is the world's longest and deepest traffic tunnel and the first flat, low-level route through the Alps.
[15] SIDO is related to the development of:
A.
Small industries
B.
Steel Industry
C.
Soap Industry
D.
Sugar Industry.
Ans:
Small industries
Explanation :
SIDO stands for Small industries Development Organization. It is an apex body and nodal agency for formulating, coordinating and monitoring the policies and programmes for promotion and development of small-scale industries. It was set up in 1954 on the basis of the recommendations of the Ford Foundation.
[16] The sigmoid colon is a part of -
A.
Small Intestine
B.
Large Intestine
C.
Pharynx
D.
Rectum
Ans:
Large Intestine
Explanation :
The sigmoid colon (pelvic colon) is the part of the large intestine that is closest to the rectum and anus. It forms a loop that averages about 35-40 cm in length. Its function is to expel solid and gaseous waste from the gastrointestinal tract.
[17] Beginning from the Financial Year 2017-18 NITI Ayog plans to replace the 5 year plans with which of the following?
A.
5 year Vision Document
B.
10 year Vision Document
C.
15 year Vision Document
D.
20 year Vision Document
Ans:
15 year Vision Document
Explanation :
Abandoning the ancient concept of five-year plans that India has been following since 1951, the National Institution for Transforming India (NM) Aayog has decided to come up with a 15-year vision document in tandem with global trends and economic growth. Cleared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in May 2016, the new blueprint will be implemented after the last of the five-year plans, the 12th (2012-17) ends in 2017.
[18] The connective tissue that connects a muscle to a bone is -
A.
Cartilage
B.
Ligament
C.
Tendon
D.
Interstitial fluid
Ans:
Tendon
Explanation :
A tendon or sinew is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that usually connects muscle to bone and is capable of withstanding tension. Tendons are similar to ligaments; both are made of collagen. Ligaments join one bone to another bone, while tendons connect muscle to bone.
[19] Indian Citizenship is granted by -
A.
The President of India
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Ministry of Home Affairs
D.
The Ministry of External Affairs
Ans:
The Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for granting Indian citizenship. Indian citizenship can be acquired by birth, descent, registration and naturalization. The conditions and procedure for acquisition of Indian citizenship as per the provision of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
[20] The innovation theory of profit was proposed by –
A.
Marshall
B.
Clark
C.
Schumpeter
D.
Joan Robbinson
Ans:
Schumpeter
Explanation :
The Innovation Theory of Profit was proposed by Joseph. A. Schumpeter, who believed that an entrepreneur can earn economic profits by introducing successful innovations. In other words, innovation theory of profit posits that main function of an entrepreneur is to introduce innovations and the profit in the from of reward is given for his performance.
[21] The most abundant element in the earth's atmosphere is -
A.
Argon
B.
Nitrogen
C.
Oxygen
D.
ton
Ans:
Nitrogen
Explanation :
The most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen. Nitrogen makes 78 percent of the Earth's atmosphere, and it is a permanent gas, which means that its percentage does not change on a daily basis. The rest of the atmosphere is made up of 21 percent oxygen, 0.9 percent and 0.1 percent trace gases.
[22] Who was the first Indian to be elected as a Member of the British House of Commons?
A.
Jayaprakash Narayan
B.
Dada Bhai Naoroji
C.
Ram Manohar Lohia
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Dada Bhai Naoroji
Explanation :
Naoroji moved to Britain once again and continued his political involvement. Elected for the Liberal Party in Finsbury Central at the 1892 general election, he was the first British Indian MP.
[23] Mohammed Bin Tuglaq transferred his capital from -
A.
Delhi to Warangal
B.
Delhi to Devagiri
C.
Delhi to Madurai
D.
Delhi to Vijayariagar
Ans:
Delhi to Devagiri
Explanation :
Moving of Capital. In 1327, Tughluq passed an order to move his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (in present-day Maharashtra) in the Deccan region of India. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq himself had spent a number of years as a prince on campaign in the southern states during the reign of his father.
[24] During the reign of which dynasty was the Great Wall of China constructed?
A.
Sung
B.
Tang
C.
Han
D.
Chin
Ans:
Chin
Explanation :
The Great Wall of China was mainly built during reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, along the country's northern border to prevent the invasion of Huns. Qin Shi Huang was the founder of the Qin (Chin) dynasty and was the first emperor of a unified China in 221 B.C. Later the han (202 B.0 - 220 A.D), the Northern Qi (550-574), the Sui (589-618), and particularly the Ming (1369-1644) were among those that rebuilt, re-manned, and expanded the Walls.
[25] Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form -
A.
Chimneys
B.
Mushrooms rocks
C.
Yardangs
D.
Demoiselles
Ans:
Yardangs
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.
Explanation :
One of the common forms of representing remote sensing data as information is in the form of thematic maps, by means of visual or computer classification. However, the matic maps are not an end in themselves and are only the starting point for a variety of applications to which remote sensing data can be potentially used.
[6] Bhakra Nangal Project is constructed across which river?
A.
Ganga
B.
Sutlej
C.
Cauvery
D.
Brahmaputra
Ans:
Sutlej
Explanation :
Bhakra Nangal Projectis a concrete gravity dam the Satluj River in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh. It is a joint venture of the Punjab. Haryana and Rajasthan states designed to harness the precious water of the Satluj for the benefit of the concerned states.
[7] The group of solar cells joined together in a definite pattern is called a -
A.
Battery
B.
Solar heater
C.
Solar cooker
D.
Solar cell panel
Ans:
Battery
Explanation :
A single solar cell can produce only a small amount of electricity. In those cases where more electrical power is needed, a large number of solar cells are joined in series. This group of solar cells is called a 'solar cell panel'. Thus, a solar cell panel consists of a large number of solar cells joined together in a definite pattern
[8] Chemical composition of cement is -
A.
Limestone and Clay
B.
Limestone, Clay and Gypsum
C.
Limestone and Gypsum
D.
Clay and Gypsum
Ans:
Limestone, Clay and Gypsum
Explanation :
The two important raw materials used for the preparation of cement are: Limestone: The chemical formula of limestone is CaCO3 and it is used in the manufacture of cement just to provide CaO.
[9] A stretch of sea water, partly or fully separated by a narrow strip from the main sea is called -
A.
Bay
B.
Isthmus
C.
Lagoon
D.
Strait
Ans:
Lagoon
Explanation :
Lagoon is a shallow stretch of water which is partly or completely separated from the sea by a narrow strip of land. In the case of coral reef, it is a channel of sea water between the reef and the main land. Lagoons are common coastal features around many parts of the world.
[10] WIMAX stands for -
A.
Wireless Interoperability for Microwave Access
B.
Wired Interoperability for Microwave Access
C.
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access
D.
Worldwide Infrastructure for Microwave Access
Ans:
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access
Explanation :
WIMAX stands for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access. It is a family of wireless communication standards based on the IEEE 802.16 set of standards, which provide multiple physical layer (PHY) and Media Access Control (MAC) options.W1MAX is some-times referred to as "Wi-Fi on steroids" and can be used for broad-band connections, hotspots, etc.
[11] India is developing Chabahar Port in which of the following countries?
A.
Iraq
B.
Oman
C.
Iran
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Iran
Explanation :
Chabahar Portis a seaport in Chabahar located in southeastern Iran, on the Gulf of Oman. It serves-as 'Iran's only oceanic port, and consists of two separate ports named Shahid Kalantari and Shahid Beheshti. India will develop and operate the Chabahar port.
[12] Dipa Karmakar is the first Indian woman to have qualified for Rio Olympic Games in which sport?
A.
Archery
B.
Boxing
C.
Badminton
D.
Gymnastics
Ans:
Gymnastics
Explanation :
Dipa Karmakar is an artistic gymnast who represented India at the 2016 Summer Olympics. She is the first Indian female agymnast ever to compete in the Olympics, and the first Indian agymnast to do so in 52 years. She attained 4th position in Women's Vault Gymnastics event of Rio Olympics 2016.
[13] What is the name of the deadly volcano in Indonesia that erupted again in May 2016?
A.
Mount Singabung
B.
Mount Merapi
C.
Mount Rinjani
D.
Mount Agung
Ans:
Mount Singabung
Explanation :
Mount Sinabung, a stratovolcano, located in North Sumatra, Indonesia, erupted in May 2016. Seven persons were killed in the wake of its eruption. The 2,460-metre (8,070 foot) tall volcano is one of 129 active volcanoes in Indonesia, which sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a belt of seismic activity running around the basin of the Pacific Ocean.
[14] The world's largest and deepest rail tunnel Gotthard Base Tunnel is located in which country?
A.
Belgium
B.
Austria
C.
Switzerland
D.
Sweden
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
The Gotthard Base Tunnel is a railway base tunnel through the Alps in Switzerland. It opened on 1 June 2016, and full service began on 11 December 2016. With a route length of 57.09 km, it is the world's longest and deepest traffic tunnel and the first flat, low-level route through the Alps.
[15] SIDO is related to the development of:
A.
Small industries
B.
Steel Industry
C.
Soap Industry
D.
Sugar Industry.
Ans:
Small industries
Explanation :
SIDO stands for Small industries Development Organization. It is an apex body and nodal agency for formulating, coordinating and monitoring the policies and programmes for promotion and development of small-scale industries. It was set up in 1954 on the basis of the recommendations of the Ford Foundation.
[16] The sigmoid colon is a part of -
A.
Small Intestine
B.
Large Intestine
C.
Pharynx
D.
Rectum
Ans:
Large Intestine
Explanation :
The sigmoid colon (pelvic colon) is the part of the large intestine that is closest to the rectum and anus. It forms a loop that averages about 35-40 cm in length. Its function is to expel solid and gaseous waste from the gastrointestinal tract.
[17] Beginning from the Financial Year 2017-18 NITI Ayog plans to replace the 5 year plans with which of the following?
A.
5 year Vision Document
B.
10 year Vision Document
C.
15 year Vision Document
D.
20 year Vision Document
Ans:
15 year Vision Document
Explanation :
Abandoning the ancient concept of five-year plans that India has been following since 1951, the National Institution for Transforming India (NM) Aayog has decided to come up with a 15-year vision document in tandem with global trends and economic growth. Cleared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in May 2016, the new blueprint will be implemented after the last of the five-year plans, the 12th (2012-17) ends in 2017.
[18] The connective tissue that connects a muscle to a bone is -
A.
Cartilage
B.
Ligament
C.
Tendon
D.
Interstitial fluid
Ans:
Tendon
Explanation :
A tendon or sinew is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that usually connects muscle to bone and is capable of withstanding tension. Tendons are similar to ligaments; both are made of collagen. Ligaments join one bone to another bone, while tendons connect muscle to bone.
[19] Indian Citizenship is granted by -
A.
The President of India
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Ministry of Home Affairs
D.
The Ministry of External Affairs
Ans:
The Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for granting Indian citizenship. Indian citizenship can be acquired by birth, descent, registration and naturalization. The conditions and procedure for acquisition of Indian citizenship as per the provision of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
[20] The innovation theory of profit was proposed by –
A.
Marshall
B.
Clark
C.
Schumpeter
D.
Joan Robbinson
Ans:
Schumpeter
Explanation :
The Innovation Theory of Profit was proposed by Joseph. A. Schumpeter, who believed that an entrepreneur can earn economic profits by introducing successful innovations. In other words, innovation theory of profit posits that main function of an entrepreneur is to introduce innovations and the profit in the from of reward is given for his performance.
[21] The most abundant element in the earth's atmosphere is -
A.
Argon
B.
Nitrogen
C.
Oxygen
D.
ton
Ans:
Nitrogen
Explanation :
The most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen. Nitrogen makes 78 percent of the Earth's atmosphere, and it is a permanent gas, which means that its percentage does not change on a daily basis. The rest of the atmosphere is made up of 21 percent oxygen, 0.9 percent and 0.1 percent trace gases.
[22] Who was the first Indian to be elected as a Member of the British House of Commons?
A.
Jayaprakash Narayan
B.
Dada Bhai Naoroji
C.
Ram Manohar Lohia
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Dada Bhai Naoroji
Explanation :
Naoroji moved to Britain once again and continued his political involvement. Elected for the Liberal Party in Finsbury Central at the 1892 general election, he was the first British Indian MP.
[23] Mohammed Bin Tuglaq transferred his capital from -
A.
Delhi to Warangal
B.
Delhi to Devagiri
C.
Delhi to Madurai
D.
Delhi to Vijayariagar
Ans:
Delhi to Devagiri
Explanation :
Moving of Capital. In 1327, Tughluq passed an order to move his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (in present-day Maharashtra) in the Deccan region of India. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq himself had spent a number of years as a prince on campaign in the southern states during the reign of his father.
[24] During the reign of which dynasty was the Great Wall of China constructed?
A.
Sung
B.
Tang
C.
Han
D.
Chin
Ans:
Chin
Explanation :
The Great Wall of China was mainly built during reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, along the country's northern border to prevent the invasion of Huns. Qin Shi Huang was the founder of the Qin (Chin) dynasty and was the first emperor of a unified China in 221 B.C. Later the han (202 B.0 - 220 A.D), the Northern Qi (550-574), the Sui (589-618), and particularly the Ming (1369-1644) were among those that rebuilt, re-manned, and expanded the Walls.
[25] Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form -
A.
Chimneys
B.
Mushrooms rocks
C.
Yardangs
D.
Demoiselles
Ans:
Yardangs
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.
Explanation :
A single solar cell can produce only a small amount of electricity. In those cases where more electrical power is needed, a large number of solar cells are joined in series. This group of solar cells is called a 'solar cell panel'. Thus, a solar cell panel consists of a large number of solar cells joined together in a definite pattern
[8] Chemical composition of cement is -
A.
Limestone and Clay
B.
Limestone, Clay and Gypsum
C.
Limestone and Gypsum
D.
Clay and Gypsum
Ans:
Limestone, Clay and Gypsum
Explanation :
The two important raw materials used for the preparation of cement are: Limestone: The chemical formula of limestone is CaCO3 and it is used in the manufacture of cement just to provide CaO.
[9] A stretch of sea water, partly or fully separated by a narrow strip from the main sea is called -
A.
Bay
B.
Isthmus
C.
Lagoon
D.
Strait
Ans:
Lagoon
Explanation :
Lagoon is a shallow stretch of water which is partly or completely separated from the sea by a narrow strip of land. In the case of coral reef, it is a channel of sea water between the reef and the main land. Lagoons are common coastal features around many parts of the world.
[10] WIMAX stands for -
A.
Wireless Interoperability for Microwave Access
B.
Wired Interoperability for Microwave Access
C.
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access
D.
Worldwide Infrastructure for Microwave Access
Ans:
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access
Explanation :
WIMAX stands for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access. It is a family of wireless communication standards based on the IEEE 802.16 set of standards, which provide multiple physical layer (PHY) and Media Access Control (MAC) options.W1MAX is some-times referred to as "Wi-Fi on steroids" and can be used for broad-band connections, hotspots, etc.
[11] India is developing Chabahar Port in which of the following countries?
A.
Iraq
B.
Oman
C.
Iran
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Iran
Explanation :
Chabahar Portis a seaport in Chabahar located in southeastern Iran, on the Gulf of Oman. It serves-as 'Iran's only oceanic port, and consists of two separate ports named Shahid Kalantari and Shahid Beheshti. India will develop and operate the Chabahar port.
[12] Dipa Karmakar is the first Indian woman to have qualified for Rio Olympic Games in which sport?
A.
Archery
B.
Boxing
C.
Badminton
D.
Gymnastics
Ans:
Gymnastics
Explanation :
Dipa Karmakar is an artistic gymnast who represented India at the 2016 Summer Olympics. She is the first Indian female agymnast ever to compete in the Olympics, and the first Indian agymnast to do so in 52 years. She attained 4th position in Women's Vault Gymnastics event of Rio Olympics 2016.
[13] What is the name of the deadly volcano in Indonesia that erupted again in May 2016?
A.
Mount Singabung
B.
Mount Merapi
C.
Mount Rinjani
D.
Mount Agung
Ans:
Mount Singabung
Explanation :
Mount Sinabung, a stratovolcano, located in North Sumatra, Indonesia, erupted in May 2016. Seven persons were killed in the wake of its eruption. The 2,460-metre (8,070 foot) tall volcano is one of 129 active volcanoes in Indonesia, which sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a belt of seismic activity running around the basin of the Pacific Ocean.
[14] The world's largest and deepest rail tunnel Gotthard Base Tunnel is located in which country?
A.
Belgium
B.
Austria
C.
Switzerland
D.
Sweden
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
The Gotthard Base Tunnel is a railway base tunnel through the Alps in Switzerland. It opened on 1 June 2016, and full service began on 11 December 2016. With a route length of 57.09 km, it is the world's longest and deepest traffic tunnel and the first flat, low-level route through the Alps.
[15] SIDO is related to the development of:
A.
Small industries
B.
Steel Industry
C.
Soap Industry
D.
Sugar Industry.
Ans:
Small industries
Explanation :
SIDO stands for Small industries Development Organization. It is an apex body and nodal agency for formulating, coordinating and monitoring the policies and programmes for promotion and development of small-scale industries. It was set up in 1954 on the basis of the recommendations of the Ford Foundation.
[16] The sigmoid colon is a part of -
A.
Small Intestine
B.
Large Intestine
C.
Pharynx
D.
Rectum
Ans:
Large Intestine
Explanation :
The sigmoid colon (pelvic colon) is the part of the large intestine that is closest to the rectum and anus. It forms a loop that averages about 35-40 cm in length. Its function is to expel solid and gaseous waste from the gastrointestinal tract.
[17] Beginning from the Financial Year 2017-18 NITI Ayog plans to replace the 5 year plans with which of the following?
A.
5 year Vision Document
B.
10 year Vision Document
C.
15 year Vision Document
D.
20 year Vision Document
Ans:
15 year Vision Document
Explanation :
Abandoning the ancient concept of five-year plans that India has been following since 1951, the National Institution for Transforming India (NM) Aayog has decided to come up with a 15-year vision document in tandem with global trends and economic growth. Cleared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in May 2016, the new blueprint will be implemented after the last of the five-year plans, the 12th (2012-17) ends in 2017.
[18] The connective tissue that connects a muscle to a bone is -
A.
Cartilage
B.
Ligament
C.
Tendon
D.
Interstitial fluid
Ans:
Tendon
Explanation :
A tendon or sinew is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that usually connects muscle to bone and is capable of withstanding tension. Tendons are similar to ligaments; both are made of collagen. Ligaments join one bone to another bone, while tendons connect muscle to bone.
[19] Indian Citizenship is granted by -
A.
The President of India
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Ministry of Home Affairs
D.
The Ministry of External Affairs
Ans:
The Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for granting Indian citizenship. Indian citizenship can be acquired by birth, descent, registration and naturalization. The conditions and procedure for acquisition of Indian citizenship as per the provision of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
[20] The innovation theory of profit was proposed by –
A.
Marshall
B.
Clark
C.
Schumpeter
D.
Joan Robbinson
Ans:
Schumpeter
Explanation :
The Innovation Theory of Profit was proposed by Joseph. A. Schumpeter, who believed that an entrepreneur can earn economic profits by introducing successful innovations. In other words, innovation theory of profit posits that main function of an entrepreneur is to introduce innovations and the profit in the from of reward is given for his performance.
[21] The most abundant element in the earth's atmosphere is -
A.
Argon
B.
Nitrogen
C.
Oxygen
D.
ton
Ans:
Nitrogen
Explanation :
The most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen. Nitrogen makes 78 percent of the Earth's atmosphere, and it is a permanent gas, which means that its percentage does not change on a daily basis. The rest of the atmosphere is made up of 21 percent oxygen, 0.9 percent and 0.1 percent trace gases.
[22] Who was the first Indian to be elected as a Member of the British House of Commons?
A.
Jayaprakash Narayan
B.
Dada Bhai Naoroji
C.
Ram Manohar Lohia
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Dada Bhai Naoroji
Explanation :
Naoroji moved to Britain once again and continued his political involvement. Elected for the Liberal Party in Finsbury Central at the 1892 general election, he was the first British Indian MP.
[23] Mohammed Bin Tuglaq transferred his capital from -
A.
Delhi to Warangal
B.
Delhi to Devagiri
C.
Delhi to Madurai
D.
Delhi to Vijayariagar
Ans:
Delhi to Devagiri
Explanation :
Moving of Capital. In 1327, Tughluq passed an order to move his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (in present-day Maharashtra) in the Deccan region of India. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq himself had spent a number of years as a prince on campaign in the southern states during the reign of his father.
[24] During the reign of which dynasty was the Great Wall of China constructed?
A.
Sung
B.
Tang
C.
Han
D.
Chin
Ans:
Chin
Explanation :
The Great Wall of China was mainly built during reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, along the country's northern border to prevent the invasion of Huns. Qin Shi Huang was the founder of the Qin (Chin) dynasty and was the first emperor of a unified China in 221 B.C. Later the han (202 B.0 - 220 A.D), the Northern Qi (550-574), the Sui (589-618), and particularly the Ming (1369-1644) were among those that rebuilt, re-manned, and expanded the Walls.
[25] Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form -
A.
Chimneys
B.
Mushrooms rocks
C.
Yardangs
D.
Demoiselles
Ans:
Yardangs
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.
Explanation :
Lagoon is a shallow stretch of water which is partly or completely separated from the sea by a narrow strip of land. In the case of coral reef, it is a channel of sea water between the reef and the main land. Lagoons are common coastal features around many parts of the world.
[10] WIMAX stands for -
A.
Wireless Interoperability for Microwave Access
B.
Wired Interoperability for Microwave Access
C.
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access
D.
Worldwide Infrastructure for Microwave Access
Ans:
Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access
Explanation :
WIMAX stands for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access. It is a family of wireless communication standards based on the IEEE 802.16 set of standards, which provide multiple physical layer (PHY) and Media Access Control (MAC) options.W1MAX is some-times referred to as "Wi-Fi on steroids" and can be used for broad-band connections, hotspots, etc.
[11] India is developing Chabahar Port in which of the following countries?
A.
Iraq
B.
Oman
C.
Iran
D.
Afghanistan
Ans:
Iran
Explanation :
Chabahar Portis a seaport in Chabahar located in southeastern Iran, on the Gulf of Oman. It serves-as 'Iran's only oceanic port, and consists of two separate ports named Shahid Kalantari and Shahid Beheshti. India will develop and operate the Chabahar port.
[12] Dipa Karmakar is the first Indian woman to have qualified for Rio Olympic Games in which sport?
A.
Archery
B.
Boxing
C.
Badminton
D.
Gymnastics
Ans:
Gymnastics
Explanation :
Dipa Karmakar is an artistic gymnast who represented India at the 2016 Summer Olympics. She is the first Indian female agymnast ever to compete in the Olympics, and the first Indian agymnast to do so in 52 years. She attained 4th position in Women's Vault Gymnastics event of Rio Olympics 2016.
[13] What is the name of the deadly volcano in Indonesia that erupted again in May 2016?
A.
Mount Singabung
B.
Mount Merapi
C.
Mount Rinjani
D.
Mount Agung
Ans:
Mount Singabung
Explanation :
Mount Sinabung, a stratovolcano, located in North Sumatra, Indonesia, erupted in May 2016. Seven persons were killed in the wake of its eruption. The 2,460-metre (8,070 foot) tall volcano is one of 129 active volcanoes in Indonesia, which sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a belt of seismic activity running around the basin of the Pacific Ocean.
[14] The world's largest and deepest rail tunnel Gotthard Base Tunnel is located in which country?
A.
Belgium
B.
Austria
C.
Switzerland
D.
Sweden
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
The Gotthard Base Tunnel is a railway base tunnel through the Alps in Switzerland. It opened on 1 June 2016, and full service began on 11 December 2016. With a route length of 57.09 km, it is the world's longest and deepest traffic tunnel and the first flat, low-level route through the Alps.
[15] SIDO is related to the development of:
A.
Small industries
B.
Steel Industry
C.
Soap Industry
D.
Sugar Industry.
Ans:
Small industries
Explanation :
SIDO stands for Small industries Development Organization. It is an apex body and nodal agency for formulating, coordinating and monitoring the policies and programmes for promotion and development of small-scale industries. It was set up in 1954 on the basis of the recommendations of the Ford Foundation.
[16] The sigmoid colon is a part of -
A.
Small Intestine
B.
Large Intestine
C.
Pharynx
D.
Rectum
Ans:
Large Intestine
Explanation :
The sigmoid colon (pelvic colon) is the part of the large intestine that is closest to the rectum and anus. It forms a loop that averages about 35-40 cm in length. Its function is to expel solid and gaseous waste from the gastrointestinal tract.
[17] Beginning from the Financial Year 2017-18 NITI Ayog plans to replace the 5 year plans with which of the following?
A.
5 year Vision Document
B.
10 year Vision Document
C.
15 year Vision Document
D.
20 year Vision Document
Ans:
15 year Vision Document
Explanation :
Abandoning the ancient concept of five-year plans that India has been following since 1951, the National Institution for Transforming India (NM) Aayog has decided to come up with a 15-year vision document in tandem with global trends and economic growth. Cleared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in May 2016, the new blueprint will be implemented after the last of the five-year plans, the 12th (2012-17) ends in 2017.
[18] The connective tissue that connects a muscle to a bone is -
A.
Cartilage
B.
Ligament
C.
Tendon
D.
Interstitial fluid
Ans:
Tendon
Explanation :
A tendon or sinew is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that usually connects muscle to bone and is capable of withstanding tension. Tendons are similar to ligaments; both are made of collagen. Ligaments join one bone to another bone, while tendons connect muscle to bone.
[19] Indian Citizenship is granted by -
A.
The President of India
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Ministry of Home Affairs
D.
The Ministry of External Affairs
Ans:
The Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for granting Indian citizenship. Indian citizenship can be acquired by birth, descent, registration and naturalization. The conditions and procedure for acquisition of Indian citizenship as per the provision of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
[20] The innovation theory of profit was proposed by –
A.
Marshall
B.
Clark
C.
Schumpeter
D.
Joan Robbinson
Ans:
Schumpeter
Explanation :
The Innovation Theory of Profit was proposed by Joseph. A. Schumpeter, who believed that an entrepreneur can earn economic profits by introducing successful innovations. In other words, innovation theory of profit posits that main function of an entrepreneur is to introduce innovations and the profit in the from of reward is given for his performance.
[21] The most abundant element in the earth's atmosphere is -
A.
Argon
B.
Nitrogen
C.
Oxygen
D.
ton
Ans:
Nitrogen
Explanation :
The most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen. Nitrogen makes 78 percent of the Earth's atmosphere, and it is a permanent gas, which means that its percentage does not change on a daily basis. The rest of the atmosphere is made up of 21 percent oxygen, 0.9 percent and 0.1 percent trace gases.
[22] Who was the first Indian to be elected as a Member of the British House of Commons?
A.
Jayaprakash Narayan
B.
Dada Bhai Naoroji
C.
Ram Manohar Lohia
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Dada Bhai Naoroji
Explanation :
Naoroji moved to Britain once again and continued his political involvement. Elected for the Liberal Party in Finsbury Central at the 1892 general election, he was the first British Indian MP.
[23] Mohammed Bin Tuglaq transferred his capital from -
A.
Delhi to Warangal
B.
Delhi to Devagiri
C.
Delhi to Madurai
D.
Delhi to Vijayariagar
Ans:
Delhi to Devagiri
Explanation :
Moving of Capital. In 1327, Tughluq passed an order to move his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (in present-day Maharashtra) in the Deccan region of India. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq himself had spent a number of years as a prince on campaign in the southern states during the reign of his father.
[24] During the reign of which dynasty was the Great Wall of China constructed?
A.
Sung
B.
Tang
C.
Han
D.
Chin
Ans:
Chin
Explanation :
The Great Wall of China was mainly built during reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, along the country's northern border to prevent the invasion of Huns. Qin Shi Huang was the founder of the Qin (Chin) dynasty and was the first emperor of a unified China in 221 B.C. Later the han (202 B.0 - 220 A.D), the Northern Qi (550-574), the Sui (589-618), and particularly the Ming (1369-1644) were among those that rebuilt, re-manned, and expanded the Walls.
[25] Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form -
A.
Chimneys
B.
Mushrooms rocks
C.
Yardangs
D.
Demoiselles
Ans:
Yardangs
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.
Explanation :
Chabahar Portis a seaport in Chabahar located in southeastern Iran, on the Gulf of Oman. It serves-as 'Iran's only oceanic port, and consists of two separate ports named Shahid Kalantari and Shahid Beheshti. India will develop and operate the Chabahar port.
[12] Dipa Karmakar is the first Indian woman to have qualified for Rio Olympic Games in which sport?
A.
Archery
B.
Boxing
C.
Badminton
D.
Gymnastics
Ans:
Gymnastics
Explanation :
Dipa Karmakar is an artistic gymnast who represented India at the 2016 Summer Olympics. She is the first Indian female agymnast ever to compete in the Olympics, and the first Indian agymnast to do so in 52 years. She attained 4th position in Women's Vault Gymnastics event of Rio Olympics 2016.
[13] What is the name of the deadly volcano in Indonesia that erupted again in May 2016?
A.
Mount Singabung
B.
Mount Merapi
C.
Mount Rinjani
D.
Mount Agung
Ans:
Mount Singabung
Explanation :
Mount Sinabung, a stratovolcano, located in North Sumatra, Indonesia, erupted in May 2016. Seven persons were killed in the wake of its eruption. The 2,460-metre (8,070 foot) tall volcano is one of 129 active volcanoes in Indonesia, which sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a belt of seismic activity running around the basin of the Pacific Ocean.
[14] The world's largest and deepest rail tunnel Gotthard Base Tunnel is located in which country?
A.
Belgium
B.
Austria
C.
Switzerland
D.
Sweden
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
The Gotthard Base Tunnel is a railway base tunnel through the Alps in Switzerland. It opened on 1 June 2016, and full service began on 11 December 2016. With a route length of 57.09 km, it is the world's longest and deepest traffic tunnel and the first flat, low-level route through the Alps.
[15] SIDO is related to the development of:
A.
Small industries
B.
Steel Industry
C.
Soap Industry
D.
Sugar Industry.
Ans:
Small industries
Explanation :
SIDO stands for Small industries Development Organization. It is an apex body and nodal agency for formulating, coordinating and monitoring the policies and programmes for promotion and development of small-scale industries. It was set up in 1954 on the basis of the recommendations of the Ford Foundation.
[16] The sigmoid colon is a part of -
A.
Small Intestine
B.
Large Intestine
C.
Pharynx
D.
Rectum
Ans:
Large Intestine
Explanation :
The sigmoid colon (pelvic colon) is the part of the large intestine that is closest to the rectum and anus. It forms a loop that averages about 35-40 cm in length. Its function is to expel solid and gaseous waste from the gastrointestinal tract.
[17] Beginning from the Financial Year 2017-18 NITI Ayog plans to replace the 5 year plans with which of the following?
A.
5 year Vision Document
B.
10 year Vision Document
C.
15 year Vision Document
D.
20 year Vision Document
Ans:
15 year Vision Document
Explanation :
Abandoning the ancient concept of five-year plans that India has been following since 1951, the National Institution for Transforming India (NM) Aayog has decided to come up with a 15-year vision document in tandem with global trends and economic growth. Cleared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in May 2016, the new blueprint will be implemented after the last of the five-year plans, the 12th (2012-17) ends in 2017.
[18] The connective tissue that connects a muscle to a bone is -
A.
Cartilage
B.
Ligament
C.
Tendon
D.
Interstitial fluid
Ans:
Tendon
Explanation :
A tendon or sinew is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that usually connects muscle to bone and is capable of withstanding tension. Tendons are similar to ligaments; both are made of collagen. Ligaments join one bone to another bone, while tendons connect muscle to bone.
[19] Indian Citizenship is granted by -
A.
The President of India
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Ministry of Home Affairs
D.
The Ministry of External Affairs
Ans:
The Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for granting Indian citizenship. Indian citizenship can be acquired by birth, descent, registration and naturalization. The conditions and procedure for acquisition of Indian citizenship as per the provision of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
[20] The innovation theory of profit was proposed by –
A.
Marshall
B.
Clark
C.
Schumpeter
D.
Joan Robbinson
Ans:
Schumpeter
Explanation :
The Innovation Theory of Profit was proposed by Joseph. A. Schumpeter, who believed that an entrepreneur can earn economic profits by introducing successful innovations. In other words, innovation theory of profit posits that main function of an entrepreneur is to introduce innovations and the profit in the from of reward is given for his performance.
[21] The most abundant element in the earth's atmosphere is -
A.
Argon
B.
Nitrogen
C.
Oxygen
D.
ton
Ans:
Nitrogen
Explanation :
The most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen. Nitrogen makes 78 percent of the Earth's atmosphere, and it is a permanent gas, which means that its percentage does not change on a daily basis. The rest of the atmosphere is made up of 21 percent oxygen, 0.9 percent and 0.1 percent trace gases.
[22] Who was the first Indian to be elected as a Member of the British House of Commons?
A.
Jayaprakash Narayan
B.
Dada Bhai Naoroji
C.
Ram Manohar Lohia
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Dada Bhai Naoroji
Explanation :
Naoroji moved to Britain once again and continued his political involvement. Elected for the Liberal Party in Finsbury Central at the 1892 general election, he was the first British Indian MP.
[23] Mohammed Bin Tuglaq transferred his capital from -
A.
Delhi to Warangal
B.
Delhi to Devagiri
C.
Delhi to Madurai
D.
Delhi to Vijayariagar
Ans:
Delhi to Devagiri
Explanation :
Moving of Capital. In 1327, Tughluq passed an order to move his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (in present-day Maharashtra) in the Deccan region of India. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq himself had spent a number of years as a prince on campaign in the southern states during the reign of his father.
[24] During the reign of which dynasty was the Great Wall of China constructed?
A.
Sung
B.
Tang
C.
Han
D.
Chin
Ans:
Chin
Explanation :
The Great Wall of China was mainly built during reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, along the country's northern border to prevent the invasion of Huns. Qin Shi Huang was the founder of the Qin (Chin) dynasty and was the first emperor of a unified China in 221 B.C. Later the han (202 B.0 - 220 A.D), the Northern Qi (550-574), the Sui (589-618), and particularly the Ming (1369-1644) were among those that rebuilt, re-manned, and expanded the Walls.
[25] Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form -
A.
Chimneys
B.
Mushrooms rocks
C.
Yardangs
D.
Demoiselles
Ans:
Yardangs
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.
Explanation :
Mount Sinabung, a stratovolcano, located in North Sumatra, Indonesia, erupted in May 2016. Seven persons were killed in the wake of its eruption. The 2,460-metre (8,070 foot) tall volcano is one of 129 active volcanoes in Indonesia, which sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a belt of seismic activity running around the basin of the Pacific Ocean.
[14] The world's largest and deepest rail tunnel Gotthard Base Tunnel is located in which country?
A.
Belgium
B.
Austria
C.
Switzerland
D.
Sweden
Ans:
Switzerland
Explanation :
The Gotthard Base Tunnel is a railway base tunnel through the Alps in Switzerland. It opened on 1 June 2016, and full service began on 11 December 2016. With a route length of 57.09 km, it is the world's longest and deepest traffic tunnel and the first flat, low-level route through the Alps.
[15] SIDO is related to the development of:
A.
Small industries
B.
Steel Industry
C.
Soap Industry
D.
Sugar Industry.
Ans:
Small industries
Explanation :
SIDO stands for Small industries Development Organization. It is an apex body and nodal agency for formulating, coordinating and monitoring the policies and programmes for promotion and development of small-scale industries. It was set up in 1954 on the basis of the recommendations of the Ford Foundation.
[16] The sigmoid colon is a part of -
A.
Small Intestine
B.
Large Intestine
C.
Pharynx
D.
Rectum
Ans:
Large Intestine
Explanation :
The sigmoid colon (pelvic colon) is the part of the large intestine that is closest to the rectum and anus. It forms a loop that averages about 35-40 cm in length. Its function is to expel solid and gaseous waste from the gastrointestinal tract.
[17] Beginning from the Financial Year 2017-18 NITI Ayog plans to replace the 5 year plans with which of the following?
A.
5 year Vision Document
B.
10 year Vision Document
C.
15 year Vision Document
D.
20 year Vision Document
Ans:
15 year Vision Document
Explanation :
Abandoning the ancient concept of five-year plans that India has been following since 1951, the National Institution for Transforming India (NM) Aayog has decided to come up with a 15-year vision document in tandem with global trends and economic growth. Cleared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in May 2016, the new blueprint will be implemented after the last of the five-year plans, the 12th (2012-17) ends in 2017.
[18] The connective tissue that connects a muscle to a bone is -
A.
Cartilage
B.
Ligament
C.
Tendon
D.
Interstitial fluid
Ans:
Tendon
Explanation :
A tendon or sinew is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that usually connects muscle to bone and is capable of withstanding tension. Tendons are similar to ligaments; both are made of collagen. Ligaments join one bone to another bone, while tendons connect muscle to bone.
[19] Indian Citizenship is granted by -
A.
The President of India
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Ministry of Home Affairs
D.
The Ministry of External Affairs
Ans:
The Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for granting Indian citizenship. Indian citizenship can be acquired by birth, descent, registration and naturalization. The conditions and procedure for acquisition of Indian citizenship as per the provision of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
[20] The innovation theory of profit was proposed by –
A.
Marshall
B.
Clark
C.
Schumpeter
D.
Joan Robbinson
Ans:
Schumpeter
Explanation :
The Innovation Theory of Profit was proposed by Joseph. A. Schumpeter, who believed that an entrepreneur can earn economic profits by introducing successful innovations. In other words, innovation theory of profit posits that main function of an entrepreneur is to introduce innovations and the profit in the from of reward is given for his performance.
[21] The most abundant element in the earth's atmosphere is -
A.
Argon
B.
Nitrogen
C.
Oxygen
D.
ton
Ans:
Nitrogen
Explanation :
The most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen. Nitrogen makes 78 percent of the Earth's atmosphere, and it is a permanent gas, which means that its percentage does not change on a daily basis. The rest of the atmosphere is made up of 21 percent oxygen, 0.9 percent and 0.1 percent trace gases.
[22] Who was the first Indian to be elected as a Member of the British House of Commons?
A.
Jayaprakash Narayan
B.
Dada Bhai Naoroji
C.
Ram Manohar Lohia
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Dada Bhai Naoroji
Explanation :
Naoroji moved to Britain once again and continued his political involvement. Elected for the Liberal Party in Finsbury Central at the 1892 general election, he was the first British Indian MP.
[23] Mohammed Bin Tuglaq transferred his capital from -
A.
Delhi to Warangal
B.
Delhi to Devagiri
C.
Delhi to Madurai
D.
Delhi to Vijayariagar
Ans:
Delhi to Devagiri
Explanation :
Moving of Capital. In 1327, Tughluq passed an order to move his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (in present-day Maharashtra) in the Deccan region of India. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq himself had spent a number of years as a prince on campaign in the southern states during the reign of his father.
[24] During the reign of which dynasty was the Great Wall of China constructed?
A.
Sung
B.
Tang
C.
Han
D.
Chin
Ans:
Chin
Explanation :
The Great Wall of China was mainly built during reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, along the country's northern border to prevent the invasion of Huns. Qin Shi Huang was the founder of the Qin (Chin) dynasty and was the first emperor of a unified China in 221 B.C. Later the han (202 B.0 - 220 A.D), the Northern Qi (550-574), the Sui (589-618), and particularly the Ming (1369-1644) were among those that rebuilt, re-manned, and expanded the Walls.
[25] Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form -
A.
Chimneys
B.
Mushrooms rocks
C.
Yardangs
D.
Demoiselles
Ans:
Yardangs
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.
Explanation :
SIDO stands for Small industries Development Organization. It is an apex body and nodal agency for formulating, coordinating and monitoring the policies and programmes for promotion and development of small-scale industries. It was set up in 1954 on the basis of the recommendations of the Ford Foundation.
[16] The sigmoid colon is a part of -
A.
Small Intestine
B.
Large Intestine
C.
Pharynx
D.
Rectum
Ans:
Large Intestine
Explanation :
The sigmoid colon (pelvic colon) is the part of the large intestine that is closest to the rectum and anus. It forms a loop that averages about 35-40 cm in length. Its function is to expel solid and gaseous waste from the gastrointestinal tract.
[17] Beginning from the Financial Year 2017-18 NITI Ayog plans to replace the 5 year plans with which of the following?
A.
5 year Vision Document
B.
10 year Vision Document
C.
15 year Vision Document
D.
20 year Vision Document
Ans:
15 year Vision Document
Explanation :
Abandoning the ancient concept of five-year plans that India has been following since 1951, the National Institution for Transforming India (NM) Aayog has decided to come up with a 15-year vision document in tandem with global trends and economic growth. Cleared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in May 2016, the new blueprint will be implemented after the last of the five-year plans, the 12th (2012-17) ends in 2017.
[18] The connective tissue that connects a muscle to a bone is -
A.
Cartilage
B.
Ligament
C.
Tendon
D.
Interstitial fluid
Ans:
Tendon
Explanation :
A tendon or sinew is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that usually connects muscle to bone and is capable of withstanding tension. Tendons are similar to ligaments; both are made of collagen. Ligaments join one bone to another bone, while tendons connect muscle to bone.
[19] Indian Citizenship is granted by -
A.
The President of India
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Ministry of Home Affairs
D.
The Ministry of External Affairs
Ans:
The Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for granting Indian citizenship. Indian citizenship can be acquired by birth, descent, registration and naturalization. The conditions and procedure for acquisition of Indian citizenship as per the provision of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
[20] The innovation theory of profit was proposed by –
A.
Marshall
B.
Clark
C.
Schumpeter
D.
Joan Robbinson
Ans:
Schumpeter
Explanation :
The Innovation Theory of Profit was proposed by Joseph. A. Schumpeter, who believed that an entrepreneur can earn economic profits by introducing successful innovations. In other words, innovation theory of profit posits that main function of an entrepreneur is to introduce innovations and the profit in the from of reward is given for his performance.
[21] The most abundant element in the earth's atmosphere is -
A.
Argon
B.
Nitrogen
C.
Oxygen
D.
ton
Ans:
Nitrogen
Explanation :
The most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen. Nitrogen makes 78 percent of the Earth's atmosphere, and it is a permanent gas, which means that its percentage does not change on a daily basis. The rest of the atmosphere is made up of 21 percent oxygen, 0.9 percent and 0.1 percent trace gases.
[22] Who was the first Indian to be elected as a Member of the British House of Commons?
A.
Jayaprakash Narayan
B.
Dada Bhai Naoroji
C.
Ram Manohar Lohia
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Dada Bhai Naoroji
Explanation :
Naoroji moved to Britain once again and continued his political involvement. Elected for the Liberal Party in Finsbury Central at the 1892 general election, he was the first British Indian MP.
[23] Mohammed Bin Tuglaq transferred his capital from -
A.
Delhi to Warangal
B.
Delhi to Devagiri
C.
Delhi to Madurai
D.
Delhi to Vijayariagar
Ans:
Delhi to Devagiri
Explanation :
Moving of Capital. In 1327, Tughluq passed an order to move his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (in present-day Maharashtra) in the Deccan region of India. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq himself had spent a number of years as a prince on campaign in the southern states during the reign of his father.
[24] During the reign of which dynasty was the Great Wall of China constructed?
A.
Sung
B.
Tang
C.
Han
D.
Chin
Ans:
Chin
Explanation :
The Great Wall of China was mainly built during reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, along the country's northern border to prevent the invasion of Huns. Qin Shi Huang was the founder of the Qin (Chin) dynasty and was the first emperor of a unified China in 221 B.C. Later the han (202 B.0 - 220 A.D), the Northern Qi (550-574), the Sui (589-618), and particularly the Ming (1369-1644) were among those that rebuilt, re-manned, and expanded the Walls.
[25] Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form -
A.
Chimneys
B.
Mushrooms rocks
C.
Yardangs
D.
Demoiselles
Ans:
Yardangs
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.
Explanation :
Abandoning the ancient concept of five-year plans that India has been following since 1951, the National Institution for Transforming India (NM) Aayog has decided to come up with a 15-year vision document in tandem with global trends and economic growth. Cleared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in May 2016, the new blueprint will be implemented after the last of the five-year plans, the 12th (2012-17) ends in 2017.
[18] The connective tissue that connects a muscle to a bone is -
A.
Cartilage
B.
Ligament
C.
Tendon
D.
Interstitial fluid
Ans:
Tendon
Explanation :
A tendon or sinew is a tough band of fibrous connective tissue that usually connects muscle to bone and is capable of withstanding tension. Tendons are similar to ligaments; both are made of collagen. Ligaments join one bone to another bone, while tendons connect muscle to bone.
[19] Indian Citizenship is granted by -
A.
The President of India
B.
The Prime Minister
C.
The Ministry of Home Affairs
D.
The Ministry of External Affairs
Ans:
The Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for granting Indian citizenship. Indian citizenship can be acquired by birth, descent, registration and naturalization. The conditions and procedure for acquisition of Indian citizenship as per the provision of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
[20] The innovation theory of profit was proposed by –
A.
Marshall
B.
Clark
C.
Schumpeter
D.
Joan Robbinson
Ans:
Schumpeter
Explanation :
The Innovation Theory of Profit was proposed by Joseph. A. Schumpeter, who believed that an entrepreneur can earn economic profits by introducing successful innovations. In other words, innovation theory of profit posits that main function of an entrepreneur is to introduce innovations and the profit in the from of reward is given for his performance.
[21] The most abundant element in the earth's atmosphere is -
A.
Argon
B.
Nitrogen
C.
Oxygen
D.
ton
Ans:
Nitrogen
Explanation :
The most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen. Nitrogen makes 78 percent of the Earth's atmosphere, and it is a permanent gas, which means that its percentage does not change on a daily basis. The rest of the atmosphere is made up of 21 percent oxygen, 0.9 percent and 0.1 percent trace gases.
[22] Who was the first Indian to be elected as a Member of the British House of Commons?
A.
Jayaprakash Narayan
B.
Dada Bhai Naoroji
C.
Ram Manohar Lohia
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Dada Bhai Naoroji
Explanation :
Naoroji moved to Britain once again and continued his political involvement. Elected for the Liberal Party in Finsbury Central at the 1892 general election, he was the first British Indian MP.
[23] Mohammed Bin Tuglaq transferred his capital from -
A.
Delhi to Warangal
B.
Delhi to Devagiri
C.
Delhi to Madurai
D.
Delhi to Vijayariagar
Ans:
Delhi to Devagiri
Explanation :
Moving of Capital. In 1327, Tughluq passed an order to move his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (in present-day Maharashtra) in the Deccan region of India. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq himself had spent a number of years as a prince on campaign in the southern states during the reign of his father.
[24] During the reign of which dynasty was the Great Wall of China constructed?
A.
Sung
B.
Tang
C.
Han
D.
Chin
Ans:
Chin
Explanation :
The Great Wall of China was mainly built during reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, along the country's northern border to prevent the invasion of Huns. Qin Shi Huang was the founder of the Qin (Chin) dynasty and was the first emperor of a unified China in 221 B.C. Later the han (202 B.0 - 220 A.D), the Northern Qi (550-574), the Sui (589-618), and particularly the Ming (1369-1644) were among those that rebuilt, re-manned, and expanded the Walls.
[25] Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form -
A.
Chimneys
B.
Mushrooms rocks
C.
Yardangs
D.
Demoiselles
Ans:
Yardangs
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.
Explanation :
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for granting Indian citizenship. Indian citizenship can be acquired by birth, descent, registration and naturalization. The conditions and procedure for acquisition of Indian citizenship as per the provision of the Citizenship Act, 1955.
[20] The innovation theory of profit was proposed by –
A.
Marshall
B.
Clark
C.
Schumpeter
D.
Joan Robbinson
Ans:
Schumpeter
Explanation :
The Innovation Theory of Profit was proposed by Joseph. A. Schumpeter, who believed that an entrepreneur can earn economic profits by introducing successful innovations. In other words, innovation theory of profit posits that main function of an entrepreneur is to introduce innovations and the profit in the from of reward is given for his performance.
[21] The most abundant element in the earth's atmosphere is -
A.
Argon
B.
Nitrogen
C.
Oxygen
D.
ton
Ans:
Nitrogen
Explanation :
The most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen. Nitrogen makes 78 percent of the Earth's atmosphere, and it is a permanent gas, which means that its percentage does not change on a daily basis. The rest of the atmosphere is made up of 21 percent oxygen, 0.9 percent and 0.1 percent trace gases.
[22] Who was the first Indian to be elected as a Member of the British House of Commons?
A.
Jayaprakash Narayan
B.
Dada Bhai Naoroji
C.
Ram Manohar Lohia
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Dada Bhai Naoroji
Explanation :
Naoroji moved to Britain once again and continued his political involvement. Elected for the Liberal Party in Finsbury Central at the 1892 general election, he was the first British Indian MP.
[23] Mohammed Bin Tuglaq transferred his capital from -
A.
Delhi to Warangal
B.
Delhi to Devagiri
C.
Delhi to Madurai
D.
Delhi to Vijayariagar
Ans:
Delhi to Devagiri
Explanation :
Moving of Capital. In 1327, Tughluq passed an order to move his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (in present-day Maharashtra) in the Deccan region of India. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq himself had spent a number of years as a prince on campaign in the southern states during the reign of his father.
[24] During the reign of which dynasty was the Great Wall of China constructed?
A.
Sung
B.
Tang
C.
Han
D.
Chin
Ans:
Chin
Explanation :
The Great Wall of China was mainly built during reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, along the country's northern border to prevent the invasion of Huns. Qin Shi Huang was the founder of the Qin (Chin) dynasty and was the first emperor of a unified China in 221 B.C. Later the han (202 B.0 - 220 A.D), the Northern Qi (550-574), the Sui (589-618), and particularly the Ming (1369-1644) were among those that rebuilt, re-manned, and expanded the Walls.
[25] Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form -
A.
Chimneys
B.
Mushrooms rocks
C.
Yardangs
D.
Demoiselles
Ans:
Yardangs
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.
Explanation :
The most abundant gas in the Earth's atmosphere is nitrogen. Nitrogen makes 78 percent of the Earth's atmosphere, and it is a permanent gas, which means that its percentage does not change on a daily basis. The rest of the atmosphere is made up of 21 percent oxygen, 0.9 percent and 0.1 percent trace gases.
[22] Who was the first Indian to be elected as a Member of the British House of Commons?
A.
Jayaprakash Narayan
B.
Dada Bhai Naoroji
C.
Ram Manohar Lohia
D.
Sarojini Naidu
Ans:
Dada Bhai Naoroji
Explanation :
Naoroji moved to Britain once again and continued his political involvement. Elected for the Liberal Party in Finsbury Central at the 1892 general election, he was the first British Indian MP.
[23] Mohammed Bin Tuglaq transferred his capital from -
A.
Delhi to Warangal
B.
Delhi to Devagiri
C.
Delhi to Madurai
D.
Delhi to Vijayariagar
Ans:
Delhi to Devagiri
Explanation :
Moving of Capital. In 1327, Tughluq passed an order to move his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (in present-day Maharashtra) in the Deccan region of India. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq himself had spent a number of years as a prince on campaign in the southern states during the reign of his father.
[24] During the reign of which dynasty was the Great Wall of China constructed?
A.
Sung
B.
Tang
C.
Han
D.
Chin
Ans:
Chin
Explanation :
The Great Wall of China was mainly built during reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, along the country's northern border to prevent the invasion of Huns. Qin Shi Huang was the founder of the Qin (Chin) dynasty and was the first emperor of a unified China in 221 B.C. Later the han (202 B.0 - 220 A.D), the Northern Qi (550-574), the Sui (589-618), and particularly the Ming (1369-1644) were among those that rebuilt, re-manned, and expanded the Walls.
[25] Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form -
A.
Chimneys
B.
Mushrooms rocks
C.
Yardangs
D.
Demoiselles
Ans:
Yardangs
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.
Explanation :
Moving of Capital. In 1327, Tughluq passed an order to move his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (in present-day Maharashtra) in the Deccan region of India. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq himself had spent a number of years as a prince on campaign in the southern states during the reign of his father.
[24] During the reign of which dynasty was the Great Wall of China constructed?
A.
Sung
B.
Tang
C.
Han
D.
Chin
Ans:
Chin
Explanation :
The Great Wall of China was mainly built during reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, along the country's northern border to prevent the invasion of Huns. Qin Shi Huang was the founder of the Qin (Chin) dynasty and was the first emperor of a unified China in 221 B.C. Later the han (202 B.0 - 220 A.D), the Northern Qi (550-574), the Sui (589-618), and particularly the Ming (1369-1644) were among those that rebuilt, re-manned, and expanded the Walls.
[25] Winds blowing constantly in one direction in rocky deserts form -
A.
Chimneys
B.
Mushrooms rocks
C.
Yardangs
D.
Demoiselles
Ans:
Yardangs
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.
Explanation :
In regions of rocky deserts, wind abrasion excavates the bands of softer rocks into long, narrow corridors, separating the steep-sided over-hanging ridges of hard rocks, called yardangs. Instead of lying in horizontal strata upon one another, the hard and soft rocks of yardangs are vertical bands and are aligned in the direction, of the prevailing winds.