[1] Which of the following areas or regions is most prone to earthquakes?
A.
Deccan Plateau
B.
Ganga-Brahmaputra Valley
C.
Plains of northern India
D.
Western Ghats
Ans:
Ganga-Brahmaputra Valley
Explanation :
The Ganga-Brahmaputra basin is a high earthquake risk zone. It comes under Zone 5 covers the areas with the highest risks zone that suffers earthquakes of intensity MSK IX or greater. Experts warn that as many as a million deaths could be expected on the Ganges and Brahmaputra plain, as the southern flank of the Himalayas has not been active enough over past centuries to release the energy accumulated by the upward movement of the Indian plate.
[2] Ragini is a popular form of folk song belonging to the State of:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Kerala
C.
Haryana
D.
Manipur
Ans:
Haryana
Explanation :
Haryanvi has a very rich culture in terms of folk songs that are called Raginis. Ragini song is the trade mark of Haryanvi culture. It is supplemented by folk dramas, known by the name of Saang.
[3] Which of the following border is known as Radcliffe line?
A.
India and China
B.
India and Bangladesh
C.
India and Pakistan
D.
India and Afghanistan
Ans:
India and Pakistan
Explanation :
The Radcliffe Line was published on 17 August 1947 as a boundary demarcation line between India and Pakistan upon the Partition of India. It was named after its architect, Sir Cyril Radcliffe, who, as chairman of the Border Commissions, was charged with equitably dividing 450,000 km2 of territory with 88 million people.
[4] Deepika Kumari is associated with which of the following sports?
A.
Archery
B.
Gymnastics
C.
Badminton
D.
Athletics
Ans:
Archery
Explanation :
Deepika Kumariis an Indian athlete who competes in the event of Archery, is currently ranked World No. 5, and is a former world number one. She won a gold medal in the 2010 Commonwealth games in the women's individual recurve event. She was honoured with Padma Shri in 2016.
[5] What does the term `Ebola' stand for?
A.
A viral disease outbreak in West Africa
B.
A viral disease outbreak in Bangladesh
C.
A city in Syria destroyed by ISIS.
D.
None of these
Ans:
A viral disease outbreak in West Africa
Explanation :
Ebolais a viral hemorrhagic fever of humans and other primates caused by ebola-viruses. The largest outbreak to date of Ebola was the epidemic in West Africa, which occurred from December 2013 to January- 2016 with 28,616 cases and 11,310 deaths.
[6] The virus of AIDS affects the growth of:
A.
Haemoglobin
B.
RBCs in blood
C.
T cells in blood
D.
Grey cells in brain
Ans:
T cells in blood
Explanation :
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) attacks and kills crucial immune system cells, known as T-helper cells. A T cell, or T lymphocyte, is a type of lymphocyte (a subtype of white blood cell) that plays a central role in cell-mediated immunity. They are called T cells because they mature in the thymus from thymocytes.
[7] Honey that has high concentration of sugar does not decay because:
A.
Bacteria cannot survive in an active state as it is totally deprived of oxygen
B.
It contains natural antioxidant that prevents bacterial attack
C.
Bacteria cannot survive in an active state in a solution of high osmotic strength as water is drawn out,
D.
None of these
Ans:
Bacteria cannot survive in an active state in a solution of high osmotic strength as water is drawn out,
Explanation :
The reason why Bacteria does not grow in high concentration of sugar is because of sugar's high osmotic and dehydrating effects. Sugar, whether in solid or aqueous form, attempts to reach equilibrium with the sugar content of the food product with which it is in contact. This has the effect of drawing available water from within the food to the outside and inserting sugar molecules into the food interior. The result is a reduction of the so called product water activity (aw), a measure of unbound, free water molecules in the food that is necessary for microbial survival and growth. Sugar's other antimicrobial mechanisms include interference with a microbe's enzyme activity and weakening the molecular' structure of its DNA (Scientific American Journal).
[8] At low temperature, Lead behaves as a:
A.
Semi conductor
B.
Super conductor
C.
Insulator
D.
Conductor
Ans:
Super conductor
Explanation :
Lead exhibit superconducting phase transitions at low temperatures of 7.2 Kelvin. This discovery was made in 1913. At this temperature (known as critical temperature), the electrical resistivity of lead drops to zero. The transition is so sudden and complete that it appears to be a transition to a different phase of matter; this superconducting phase is described by the BCS theory.
[9] In networks, a small message used to pass between one station to another is known as:
A.
Token
B.
Byte
C.
Word
D.
Ring
Ans:
Token
Explanation :
Token is an efficient form of message passing frequently used in ring networks. It consists of a very short message that circulates around the ring in a logical direction when devices are idle. To transmit, the device must seize the token. Token provides fair access for all stations, and eliminates the collisions of contention-based access methods.
[10] Which of the following, is a natural polymer?
A.
Bakelite
B.
Nylon
C.
Polythene
D.
Starch
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
Cotton, starch, cellulose and rubber are some of the naturally occurring polymers. Starch is a condensation polymer made up of hundreds of glucose monomers, which split out water molecules as they chemically combine. Starch is a member of the basic food group carbohydrates and is found in cereal grains and potatoes. It is also referred to as a polysaccharide, because it is a polymer of the monosaccharide glucose.
[11] Which of the following mammals lay eggs?
A.
Bat
B.
Whale
C.
Weasel
D.
Platypus
Ans:
Platypus
Explanation :
The platypus, also known as the duck-billed platypus, is a semiaquatic egg-laying mammal endemic to eastern Australia, including Tasmania. Together with the four species of echidna, it is one of the five extant species of monotremes, the only mammals that lay eggs instead of giving birth.
[12] Akbar's tomb is located at which of the following places?
A.
Sikandara
B.
Agra
C.
Fatehpur Sikri
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Sikandara
Explanation :
Akbar's tomb is situated in 119 acres of grounds in Sikandra, a suburb of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. Considered as an important Mughal architectural masterpiece, it was built in 1605-1613. The other Mughal monuments that are located in the vicinity of Akbar's tomb are: Mariam's Tomb, the tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani, wife of the Akbar and the mother of Jahangir.
[13] Golden Hand Shake scheme is the name of:
A.
Retirement Scheme
B.
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
C.
One Rank One Pension Scheme
D.
Private Sector Retirement Scheme
Ans:
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
Explanation :
The Voluntary Severance Scheme (VSS) is popularly known as Golden Hand Shake. It is a stipulation in an employment agreement which states that the employer will provide a significant severance package if the employee loses their job. A golden handshake is usually provided to top executives for loss of employment through layoffs, firing or even retirement.
[14] Indian Constitution can be amended according to the procedure laid down in the following Article-
A.
Article 368
B.
Article 345
C.
Article 351
D.
Article 333
Ans:
Article 368
Explanation :
The procedure of amendment in the constitution is laid down in Part XX (Article 368) of the Constitution of India. It lays down two special methods for the amendment of various parts of the constitution: (a) amendment by 2/3rd-majority of parliament and (b) amendment by 2/3rd majority of the parliament plus ratification by at least half of the several state legislatures.
[15] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Saraswat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Columbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[16] The city of Vijayanagar is also known as:
A.
Halebidu
B.
Chandragiri
C.
Hampi
D.
Kondavidu
Ans:
Hampi
Explanation :
Vijaya Nagara, meaning the city of victory was the capital city of the historic Vijayanagara Empire which extended over South India. The city's ruins, surrounding the modern day village of Hampi, are in Ballari district, Karnataka.
[17] Which of the following Sultans of Tughlaq dynasty issued copper coins instead of silver ones?
A.
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
B.
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C.
Firoz Shah Tughlaq
D.
Mahmud Tughlaq
Ans:
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
In 1330 A.D, Delhi Sultan Muhammad bin Tughluq issued token currency; that is coins of brass and copper were minted whose value was equal to that of gold and silver coins. However, these coins totally lacked the artistic design and perfection in finishing and even the administrators of the king took no measure to keep the design secured and protected. This resulted in mass forging of the coins, leading to the failure of the scheme.
[18] Pt. Bhimsen Joshi is associated with which of the following fields?
A.
Literature
B.
Social services
C.
Classical music
D.
Politics
Ans:
Classical music
Explanation :
Pandit Bhimsen Joshiwas an Indian vocalist from Karnataka in the Hindustani classical tradition. He is known for the khayal form of singing, as well as for his popular renditions of devotional music (bhajans and abhangs). He received the Bharat Ratna in 2009.
[19] Security Council of the UN comprises of 10 non-permanent members and their tenure is:
A.
5 years
B.
4 years
C.
3 years
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
The 10 non-permanent members of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elected on a regional basis to serve two-year terms. Besides, UNSC has five permanent members: Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Republic of China and the United States.
[20] Tripitakas' are sacred books of:
A.
Hindus
B.
Jains
C.
Parsis
D.
Buddhists
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The Tripitaka or Three Baskets is the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures and includes many texts believed to be the words of the historical Buddha. The three Pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka. These are canonical texts revered as exclusively authoritative in Theravada Buddhism.
[21] If a country devalues its currency, its:
A.
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
B.
Exports become costlier and imports become cheaper.
C.
Exports value is equivalent to imports value
D.
No effect on exports and imports
Ans:
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
Explanation :
Devaluation means official lowering of the value of a country's currency within a fixed exchange rate system, by which the monetary authority formally sets a new fixed rate with respect to a foreign reference currency. Devaluation causes a country's exports to become less expensive, making them more competitive in the global market. This, in turn, means that imports are more expensive, making domestic consumers less likely to purchase them.
[22] Which one of the following non-metals shows allotropy in the liquid state?
A.
Carbon
B.
Sulphur
C.
Phosphorous
D.
Bromine
Ans:
Sulphur
Explanation :
Sulphur is a non-metal that shows allotropy in the liquid state. If sulphur is heated slowly the changes between the different forms can be observed. These changes are in the form of colour and viscosity (thickness) of the liquid. If the dark brown liquid sulphur is poured into a beaker of cold water, plastic sulphur is formed. This is an elastic, rubber-like form of sulphur.
[23] Sectoral distribution of GDP index measures .
A.
Agriculture development of a country
B.
Economic development of a country
C.
Social development of a country
D.
Socio-Economic development of a Country
Ans:
Economic development of a country
Explanation :
The sectoral distribution of GDP index measures the development of a country across several economic activities. It the market value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly or yearly). It is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country's economy.
[24] Which of the following is not a nitrogenous fertilizer?
A.
Ammonium sulphate
B.
Urea
C.
Ammonium nitrate
D.
Superphosphate
Ans:
Superphosphate
Explanation :
Super phosphate is a common synthetic phosphorus fertilizer. It contains phosphorus and sulphur in a ratio of 1 to 1.22. It is produced by treatment of "phosphate rock" with acids such as sulphuric acid. 'Superphosphate is the principal carrier of phosphate, the form of phosphorus usable by plants, and is one of the world's most important fertilizers.
[25] The absolute zero is a temperature at which:
A.
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
B.
Water freezes
C.
All gases become liquid
D.
All gases become solid
Ans:
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.
Explanation :
The Ganga-Brahmaputra basin is a high earthquake risk zone. It comes under Zone 5 covers the areas with the highest risks zone that suffers earthquakes of intensity MSK IX or greater. Experts warn that as many as a million deaths could be expected on the Ganges and Brahmaputra plain, as the southern flank of the Himalayas has not been active enough over past centuries to release the energy accumulated by the upward movement of the Indian plate.
[2] Ragini is a popular form of folk song belonging to the State of:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Kerala
C.
Haryana
D.
Manipur
Ans:
Haryana
Explanation :
Haryanvi has a very rich culture in terms of folk songs that are called Raginis. Ragini song is the trade mark of Haryanvi culture. It is supplemented by folk dramas, known by the name of Saang.
[3] Which of the following border is known as Radcliffe line?
A.
India and China
B.
India and Bangladesh
C.
India and Pakistan
D.
India and Afghanistan
Ans:
India and Pakistan
Explanation :
The Radcliffe Line was published on 17 August 1947 as a boundary demarcation line between India and Pakistan upon the Partition of India. It was named after its architect, Sir Cyril Radcliffe, who, as chairman of the Border Commissions, was charged with equitably dividing 450,000 km2 of territory with 88 million people.
[4] Deepika Kumari is associated with which of the following sports?
A.
Archery
B.
Gymnastics
C.
Badminton
D.
Athletics
Ans:
Archery
Explanation :
Deepika Kumariis an Indian athlete who competes in the event of Archery, is currently ranked World No. 5, and is a former world number one. She won a gold medal in the 2010 Commonwealth games in the women's individual recurve event. She was honoured with Padma Shri in 2016.
[5] What does the term `Ebola' stand for?
A.
A viral disease outbreak in West Africa
B.
A viral disease outbreak in Bangladesh
C.
A city in Syria destroyed by ISIS.
D.
None of these
Ans:
A viral disease outbreak in West Africa
Explanation :
Ebolais a viral hemorrhagic fever of humans and other primates caused by ebola-viruses. The largest outbreak to date of Ebola was the epidemic in West Africa, which occurred from December 2013 to January- 2016 with 28,616 cases and 11,310 deaths.
[6] The virus of AIDS affects the growth of:
A.
Haemoglobin
B.
RBCs in blood
C.
T cells in blood
D.
Grey cells in brain
Ans:
T cells in blood
Explanation :
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) attacks and kills crucial immune system cells, known as T-helper cells. A T cell, or T lymphocyte, is a type of lymphocyte (a subtype of white blood cell) that plays a central role in cell-mediated immunity. They are called T cells because they mature in the thymus from thymocytes.
[7] Honey that has high concentration of sugar does not decay because:
A.
Bacteria cannot survive in an active state as it is totally deprived of oxygen
B.
It contains natural antioxidant that prevents bacterial attack
C.
Bacteria cannot survive in an active state in a solution of high osmotic strength as water is drawn out,
D.
None of these
Ans:
Bacteria cannot survive in an active state in a solution of high osmotic strength as water is drawn out,
Explanation :
The reason why Bacteria does not grow in high concentration of sugar is because of sugar's high osmotic and dehydrating effects. Sugar, whether in solid or aqueous form, attempts to reach equilibrium with the sugar content of the food product with which it is in contact. This has the effect of drawing available water from within the food to the outside and inserting sugar molecules into the food interior. The result is a reduction of the so called product water activity (aw), a measure of unbound, free water molecules in the food that is necessary for microbial survival and growth. Sugar's other antimicrobial mechanisms include interference with a microbe's enzyme activity and weakening the molecular' structure of its DNA (Scientific American Journal).
[8] At low temperature, Lead behaves as a:
A.
Semi conductor
B.
Super conductor
C.
Insulator
D.
Conductor
Ans:
Super conductor
Explanation :
Lead exhibit superconducting phase transitions at low temperatures of 7.2 Kelvin. This discovery was made in 1913. At this temperature (known as critical temperature), the electrical resistivity of lead drops to zero. The transition is so sudden and complete that it appears to be a transition to a different phase of matter; this superconducting phase is described by the BCS theory.
[9] In networks, a small message used to pass between one station to another is known as:
A.
Token
B.
Byte
C.
Word
D.
Ring
Ans:
Token
Explanation :
Token is an efficient form of message passing frequently used in ring networks. It consists of a very short message that circulates around the ring in a logical direction when devices are idle. To transmit, the device must seize the token. Token provides fair access for all stations, and eliminates the collisions of contention-based access methods.
[10] Which of the following, is a natural polymer?
A.
Bakelite
B.
Nylon
C.
Polythene
D.
Starch
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
Cotton, starch, cellulose and rubber are some of the naturally occurring polymers. Starch is a condensation polymer made up of hundreds of glucose monomers, which split out water molecules as they chemically combine. Starch is a member of the basic food group carbohydrates and is found in cereal grains and potatoes. It is also referred to as a polysaccharide, because it is a polymer of the monosaccharide glucose.
[11] Which of the following mammals lay eggs?
A.
Bat
B.
Whale
C.
Weasel
D.
Platypus
Ans:
Platypus
Explanation :
The platypus, also known as the duck-billed platypus, is a semiaquatic egg-laying mammal endemic to eastern Australia, including Tasmania. Together with the four species of echidna, it is one of the five extant species of monotremes, the only mammals that lay eggs instead of giving birth.
[12] Akbar's tomb is located at which of the following places?
A.
Sikandara
B.
Agra
C.
Fatehpur Sikri
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Sikandara
Explanation :
Akbar's tomb is situated in 119 acres of grounds in Sikandra, a suburb of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. Considered as an important Mughal architectural masterpiece, it was built in 1605-1613. The other Mughal monuments that are located in the vicinity of Akbar's tomb are: Mariam's Tomb, the tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani, wife of the Akbar and the mother of Jahangir.
[13] Golden Hand Shake scheme is the name of:
A.
Retirement Scheme
B.
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
C.
One Rank One Pension Scheme
D.
Private Sector Retirement Scheme
Ans:
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
Explanation :
The Voluntary Severance Scheme (VSS) is popularly known as Golden Hand Shake. It is a stipulation in an employment agreement which states that the employer will provide a significant severance package if the employee loses their job. A golden handshake is usually provided to top executives for loss of employment through layoffs, firing or even retirement.
[14] Indian Constitution can be amended according to the procedure laid down in the following Article-
A.
Article 368
B.
Article 345
C.
Article 351
D.
Article 333
Ans:
Article 368
Explanation :
The procedure of amendment in the constitution is laid down in Part XX (Article 368) of the Constitution of India. It lays down two special methods for the amendment of various parts of the constitution: (a) amendment by 2/3rd-majority of parliament and (b) amendment by 2/3rd majority of the parliament plus ratification by at least half of the several state legislatures.
[15] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Saraswat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Columbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[16] The city of Vijayanagar is also known as:
A.
Halebidu
B.
Chandragiri
C.
Hampi
D.
Kondavidu
Ans:
Hampi
Explanation :
Vijaya Nagara, meaning the city of victory was the capital city of the historic Vijayanagara Empire which extended over South India. The city's ruins, surrounding the modern day village of Hampi, are in Ballari district, Karnataka.
[17] Which of the following Sultans of Tughlaq dynasty issued copper coins instead of silver ones?
A.
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
B.
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C.
Firoz Shah Tughlaq
D.
Mahmud Tughlaq
Ans:
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
In 1330 A.D, Delhi Sultan Muhammad bin Tughluq issued token currency; that is coins of brass and copper were minted whose value was equal to that of gold and silver coins. However, these coins totally lacked the artistic design and perfection in finishing and even the administrators of the king took no measure to keep the design secured and protected. This resulted in mass forging of the coins, leading to the failure of the scheme.
[18] Pt. Bhimsen Joshi is associated with which of the following fields?
A.
Literature
B.
Social services
C.
Classical music
D.
Politics
Ans:
Classical music
Explanation :
Pandit Bhimsen Joshiwas an Indian vocalist from Karnataka in the Hindustani classical tradition. He is known for the khayal form of singing, as well as for his popular renditions of devotional music (bhajans and abhangs). He received the Bharat Ratna in 2009.
[19] Security Council of the UN comprises of 10 non-permanent members and their tenure is:
A.
5 years
B.
4 years
C.
3 years
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
The 10 non-permanent members of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elected on a regional basis to serve two-year terms. Besides, UNSC has five permanent members: Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Republic of China and the United States.
[20] Tripitakas' are sacred books of:
A.
Hindus
B.
Jains
C.
Parsis
D.
Buddhists
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The Tripitaka or Three Baskets is the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures and includes many texts believed to be the words of the historical Buddha. The three Pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka. These are canonical texts revered as exclusively authoritative in Theravada Buddhism.
[21] If a country devalues its currency, its:
A.
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
B.
Exports become costlier and imports become cheaper.
C.
Exports value is equivalent to imports value
D.
No effect on exports and imports
Ans:
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
Explanation :
Devaluation means official lowering of the value of a country's currency within a fixed exchange rate system, by which the monetary authority formally sets a new fixed rate with respect to a foreign reference currency. Devaluation causes a country's exports to become less expensive, making them more competitive in the global market. This, in turn, means that imports are more expensive, making domestic consumers less likely to purchase them.
[22] Which one of the following non-metals shows allotropy in the liquid state?
A.
Carbon
B.
Sulphur
C.
Phosphorous
D.
Bromine
Ans:
Sulphur
Explanation :
Sulphur is a non-metal that shows allotropy in the liquid state. If sulphur is heated slowly the changes between the different forms can be observed. These changes are in the form of colour and viscosity (thickness) of the liquid. If the dark brown liquid sulphur is poured into a beaker of cold water, plastic sulphur is formed. This is an elastic, rubber-like form of sulphur.
[23] Sectoral distribution of GDP index measures .
A.
Agriculture development of a country
B.
Economic development of a country
C.
Social development of a country
D.
Socio-Economic development of a Country
Ans:
Economic development of a country
Explanation :
The sectoral distribution of GDP index measures the development of a country across several economic activities. It the market value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly or yearly). It is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country's economy.
[24] Which of the following is not a nitrogenous fertilizer?
A.
Ammonium sulphate
B.
Urea
C.
Ammonium nitrate
D.
Superphosphate
Ans:
Superphosphate
Explanation :
Super phosphate is a common synthetic phosphorus fertilizer. It contains phosphorus and sulphur in a ratio of 1 to 1.22. It is produced by treatment of "phosphate rock" with acids such as sulphuric acid. 'Superphosphate is the principal carrier of phosphate, the form of phosphorus usable by plants, and is one of the world's most important fertilizers.
[25] The absolute zero is a temperature at which:
A.
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
B.
Water freezes
C.
All gases become liquid
D.
All gases become solid
Ans:
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.
Explanation :
The Radcliffe Line was published on 17 August 1947 as a boundary demarcation line between India and Pakistan upon the Partition of India. It was named after its architect, Sir Cyril Radcliffe, who, as chairman of the Border Commissions, was charged with equitably dividing 450,000 km2 of territory with 88 million people.
[4] Deepika Kumari is associated with which of the following sports?
A.
Archery
B.
Gymnastics
C.
Badminton
D.
Athletics
Ans:
Archery
Explanation :
Deepika Kumariis an Indian athlete who competes in the event of Archery, is currently ranked World No. 5, and is a former world number one. She won a gold medal in the 2010 Commonwealth games in the women's individual recurve event. She was honoured with Padma Shri in 2016.
[5] What does the term `Ebola' stand for?
A.
A viral disease outbreak in West Africa
B.
A viral disease outbreak in Bangladesh
C.
A city in Syria destroyed by ISIS.
D.
None of these
Ans:
A viral disease outbreak in West Africa
Explanation :
Ebolais a viral hemorrhagic fever of humans and other primates caused by ebola-viruses. The largest outbreak to date of Ebola was the epidemic in West Africa, which occurred from December 2013 to January- 2016 with 28,616 cases and 11,310 deaths.
[6] The virus of AIDS affects the growth of:
A.
Haemoglobin
B.
RBCs in blood
C.
T cells in blood
D.
Grey cells in brain
Ans:
T cells in blood
Explanation :
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) attacks and kills crucial immune system cells, known as T-helper cells. A T cell, or T lymphocyte, is a type of lymphocyte (a subtype of white blood cell) that plays a central role in cell-mediated immunity. They are called T cells because they mature in the thymus from thymocytes.
[7] Honey that has high concentration of sugar does not decay because:
A.
Bacteria cannot survive in an active state as it is totally deprived of oxygen
B.
It contains natural antioxidant that prevents bacterial attack
C.
Bacteria cannot survive in an active state in a solution of high osmotic strength as water is drawn out,
D.
None of these
Ans:
Bacteria cannot survive in an active state in a solution of high osmotic strength as water is drawn out,
Explanation :
The reason why Bacteria does not grow in high concentration of sugar is because of sugar's high osmotic and dehydrating effects. Sugar, whether in solid or aqueous form, attempts to reach equilibrium with the sugar content of the food product with which it is in contact. This has the effect of drawing available water from within the food to the outside and inserting sugar molecules into the food interior. The result is a reduction of the so called product water activity (aw), a measure of unbound, free water molecules in the food that is necessary for microbial survival and growth. Sugar's other antimicrobial mechanisms include interference with a microbe's enzyme activity and weakening the molecular' structure of its DNA (Scientific American Journal).
[8] At low temperature, Lead behaves as a:
A.
Semi conductor
B.
Super conductor
C.
Insulator
D.
Conductor
Ans:
Super conductor
Explanation :
Lead exhibit superconducting phase transitions at low temperatures of 7.2 Kelvin. This discovery was made in 1913. At this temperature (known as critical temperature), the electrical resistivity of lead drops to zero. The transition is so sudden and complete that it appears to be a transition to a different phase of matter; this superconducting phase is described by the BCS theory.
[9] In networks, a small message used to pass between one station to another is known as:
A.
Token
B.
Byte
C.
Word
D.
Ring
Ans:
Token
Explanation :
Token is an efficient form of message passing frequently used in ring networks. It consists of a very short message that circulates around the ring in a logical direction when devices are idle. To transmit, the device must seize the token. Token provides fair access for all stations, and eliminates the collisions of contention-based access methods.
[10] Which of the following, is a natural polymer?
A.
Bakelite
B.
Nylon
C.
Polythene
D.
Starch
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
Cotton, starch, cellulose and rubber are some of the naturally occurring polymers. Starch is a condensation polymer made up of hundreds of glucose monomers, which split out water molecules as they chemically combine. Starch is a member of the basic food group carbohydrates and is found in cereal grains and potatoes. It is also referred to as a polysaccharide, because it is a polymer of the monosaccharide glucose.
[11] Which of the following mammals lay eggs?
A.
Bat
B.
Whale
C.
Weasel
D.
Platypus
Ans:
Platypus
Explanation :
The platypus, also known as the duck-billed platypus, is a semiaquatic egg-laying mammal endemic to eastern Australia, including Tasmania. Together with the four species of echidna, it is one of the five extant species of monotremes, the only mammals that lay eggs instead of giving birth.
[12] Akbar's tomb is located at which of the following places?
A.
Sikandara
B.
Agra
C.
Fatehpur Sikri
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Sikandara
Explanation :
Akbar's tomb is situated in 119 acres of grounds in Sikandra, a suburb of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. Considered as an important Mughal architectural masterpiece, it was built in 1605-1613. The other Mughal monuments that are located in the vicinity of Akbar's tomb are: Mariam's Tomb, the tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani, wife of the Akbar and the mother of Jahangir.
[13] Golden Hand Shake scheme is the name of:
A.
Retirement Scheme
B.
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
C.
One Rank One Pension Scheme
D.
Private Sector Retirement Scheme
Ans:
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
Explanation :
The Voluntary Severance Scheme (VSS) is popularly known as Golden Hand Shake. It is a stipulation in an employment agreement which states that the employer will provide a significant severance package if the employee loses their job. A golden handshake is usually provided to top executives for loss of employment through layoffs, firing or even retirement.
[14] Indian Constitution can be amended according to the procedure laid down in the following Article-
A.
Article 368
B.
Article 345
C.
Article 351
D.
Article 333
Ans:
Article 368
Explanation :
The procedure of amendment in the constitution is laid down in Part XX (Article 368) of the Constitution of India. It lays down two special methods for the amendment of various parts of the constitution: (a) amendment by 2/3rd-majority of parliament and (b) amendment by 2/3rd majority of the parliament plus ratification by at least half of the several state legislatures.
[15] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Saraswat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Columbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[16] The city of Vijayanagar is also known as:
A.
Halebidu
B.
Chandragiri
C.
Hampi
D.
Kondavidu
Ans:
Hampi
Explanation :
Vijaya Nagara, meaning the city of victory was the capital city of the historic Vijayanagara Empire which extended over South India. The city's ruins, surrounding the modern day village of Hampi, are in Ballari district, Karnataka.
[17] Which of the following Sultans of Tughlaq dynasty issued copper coins instead of silver ones?
A.
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
B.
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C.
Firoz Shah Tughlaq
D.
Mahmud Tughlaq
Ans:
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
In 1330 A.D, Delhi Sultan Muhammad bin Tughluq issued token currency; that is coins of brass and copper were minted whose value was equal to that of gold and silver coins. However, these coins totally lacked the artistic design and perfection in finishing and even the administrators of the king took no measure to keep the design secured and protected. This resulted in mass forging of the coins, leading to the failure of the scheme.
[18] Pt. Bhimsen Joshi is associated with which of the following fields?
A.
Literature
B.
Social services
C.
Classical music
D.
Politics
Ans:
Classical music
Explanation :
Pandit Bhimsen Joshiwas an Indian vocalist from Karnataka in the Hindustani classical tradition. He is known for the khayal form of singing, as well as for his popular renditions of devotional music (bhajans and abhangs). He received the Bharat Ratna in 2009.
[19] Security Council of the UN comprises of 10 non-permanent members and their tenure is:
A.
5 years
B.
4 years
C.
3 years
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
The 10 non-permanent members of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elected on a regional basis to serve two-year terms. Besides, UNSC has five permanent members: Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Republic of China and the United States.
[20] Tripitakas' are sacred books of:
A.
Hindus
B.
Jains
C.
Parsis
D.
Buddhists
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The Tripitaka or Three Baskets is the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures and includes many texts believed to be the words of the historical Buddha. The three Pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka. These are canonical texts revered as exclusively authoritative in Theravada Buddhism.
[21] If a country devalues its currency, its:
A.
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
B.
Exports become costlier and imports become cheaper.
C.
Exports value is equivalent to imports value
D.
No effect on exports and imports
Ans:
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
Explanation :
Devaluation means official lowering of the value of a country's currency within a fixed exchange rate system, by which the monetary authority formally sets a new fixed rate with respect to a foreign reference currency. Devaluation causes a country's exports to become less expensive, making them more competitive in the global market. This, in turn, means that imports are more expensive, making domestic consumers less likely to purchase them.
[22] Which one of the following non-metals shows allotropy in the liquid state?
A.
Carbon
B.
Sulphur
C.
Phosphorous
D.
Bromine
Ans:
Sulphur
Explanation :
Sulphur is a non-metal that shows allotropy in the liquid state. If sulphur is heated slowly the changes between the different forms can be observed. These changes are in the form of colour and viscosity (thickness) of the liquid. If the dark brown liquid sulphur is poured into a beaker of cold water, plastic sulphur is formed. This is an elastic, rubber-like form of sulphur.
[23] Sectoral distribution of GDP index measures .
A.
Agriculture development of a country
B.
Economic development of a country
C.
Social development of a country
D.
Socio-Economic development of a Country
Ans:
Economic development of a country
Explanation :
The sectoral distribution of GDP index measures the development of a country across several economic activities. It the market value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly or yearly). It is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country's economy.
[24] Which of the following is not a nitrogenous fertilizer?
A.
Ammonium sulphate
B.
Urea
C.
Ammonium nitrate
D.
Superphosphate
Ans:
Superphosphate
Explanation :
Super phosphate is a common synthetic phosphorus fertilizer. It contains phosphorus and sulphur in a ratio of 1 to 1.22. It is produced by treatment of "phosphate rock" with acids such as sulphuric acid. 'Superphosphate is the principal carrier of phosphate, the form of phosphorus usable by plants, and is one of the world's most important fertilizers.
[25] The absolute zero is a temperature at which:
A.
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
B.
Water freezes
C.
All gases become liquid
D.
All gases become solid
Ans:
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.
Explanation :
Ebolais a viral hemorrhagic fever of humans and other primates caused by ebola-viruses. The largest outbreak to date of Ebola was the epidemic in West Africa, which occurred from December 2013 to January- 2016 with 28,616 cases and 11,310 deaths.
[6] The virus of AIDS affects the growth of:
A.
Haemoglobin
B.
RBCs in blood
C.
T cells in blood
D.
Grey cells in brain
Ans:
T cells in blood
Explanation :
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) attacks and kills crucial immune system cells, known as T-helper cells. A T cell, or T lymphocyte, is a type of lymphocyte (a subtype of white blood cell) that plays a central role in cell-mediated immunity. They are called T cells because they mature in the thymus from thymocytes.
[7] Honey that has high concentration of sugar does not decay because:
A.
Bacteria cannot survive in an active state as it is totally deprived of oxygen
B.
It contains natural antioxidant that prevents bacterial attack
C.
Bacteria cannot survive in an active state in a solution of high osmotic strength as water is drawn out,
D.
None of these
Ans:
Bacteria cannot survive in an active state in a solution of high osmotic strength as water is drawn out,
Explanation :
The reason why Bacteria does not grow in high concentration of sugar is because of sugar's high osmotic and dehydrating effects. Sugar, whether in solid or aqueous form, attempts to reach equilibrium with the sugar content of the food product with which it is in contact. This has the effect of drawing available water from within the food to the outside and inserting sugar molecules into the food interior. The result is a reduction of the so called product water activity (aw), a measure of unbound, free water molecules in the food that is necessary for microbial survival and growth. Sugar's other antimicrobial mechanisms include interference with a microbe's enzyme activity and weakening the molecular' structure of its DNA (Scientific American Journal).
[8] At low temperature, Lead behaves as a:
A.
Semi conductor
B.
Super conductor
C.
Insulator
D.
Conductor
Ans:
Super conductor
Explanation :
Lead exhibit superconducting phase transitions at low temperatures of 7.2 Kelvin. This discovery was made in 1913. At this temperature (known as critical temperature), the electrical resistivity of lead drops to zero. The transition is so sudden and complete that it appears to be a transition to a different phase of matter; this superconducting phase is described by the BCS theory.
[9] In networks, a small message used to pass between one station to another is known as:
A.
Token
B.
Byte
C.
Word
D.
Ring
Ans:
Token
Explanation :
Token is an efficient form of message passing frequently used in ring networks. It consists of a very short message that circulates around the ring in a logical direction when devices are idle. To transmit, the device must seize the token. Token provides fair access for all stations, and eliminates the collisions of contention-based access methods.
[10] Which of the following, is a natural polymer?
A.
Bakelite
B.
Nylon
C.
Polythene
D.
Starch
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
Cotton, starch, cellulose and rubber are some of the naturally occurring polymers. Starch is a condensation polymer made up of hundreds of glucose monomers, which split out water molecules as they chemically combine. Starch is a member of the basic food group carbohydrates and is found in cereal grains and potatoes. It is also referred to as a polysaccharide, because it is a polymer of the monosaccharide glucose.
[11] Which of the following mammals lay eggs?
A.
Bat
B.
Whale
C.
Weasel
D.
Platypus
Ans:
Platypus
Explanation :
The platypus, also known as the duck-billed platypus, is a semiaquatic egg-laying mammal endemic to eastern Australia, including Tasmania. Together with the four species of echidna, it is one of the five extant species of monotremes, the only mammals that lay eggs instead of giving birth.
[12] Akbar's tomb is located at which of the following places?
A.
Sikandara
B.
Agra
C.
Fatehpur Sikri
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Sikandara
Explanation :
Akbar's tomb is situated in 119 acres of grounds in Sikandra, a suburb of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. Considered as an important Mughal architectural masterpiece, it was built in 1605-1613. The other Mughal monuments that are located in the vicinity of Akbar's tomb are: Mariam's Tomb, the tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani, wife of the Akbar and the mother of Jahangir.
[13] Golden Hand Shake scheme is the name of:
A.
Retirement Scheme
B.
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
C.
One Rank One Pension Scheme
D.
Private Sector Retirement Scheme
Ans:
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
Explanation :
The Voluntary Severance Scheme (VSS) is popularly known as Golden Hand Shake. It is a stipulation in an employment agreement which states that the employer will provide a significant severance package if the employee loses their job. A golden handshake is usually provided to top executives for loss of employment through layoffs, firing or even retirement.
[14] Indian Constitution can be amended according to the procedure laid down in the following Article-
A.
Article 368
B.
Article 345
C.
Article 351
D.
Article 333
Ans:
Article 368
Explanation :
The procedure of amendment in the constitution is laid down in Part XX (Article 368) of the Constitution of India. It lays down two special methods for the amendment of various parts of the constitution: (a) amendment by 2/3rd-majority of parliament and (b) amendment by 2/3rd majority of the parliament plus ratification by at least half of the several state legislatures.
[15] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Saraswat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Columbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[16] The city of Vijayanagar is also known as:
A.
Halebidu
B.
Chandragiri
C.
Hampi
D.
Kondavidu
Ans:
Hampi
Explanation :
Vijaya Nagara, meaning the city of victory was the capital city of the historic Vijayanagara Empire which extended over South India. The city's ruins, surrounding the modern day village of Hampi, are in Ballari district, Karnataka.
[17] Which of the following Sultans of Tughlaq dynasty issued copper coins instead of silver ones?
A.
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
B.
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C.
Firoz Shah Tughlaq
D.
Mahmud Tughlaq
Ans:
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
In 1330 A.D, Delhi Sultan Muhammad bin Tughluq issued token currency; that is coins of brass and copper were minted whose value was equal to that of gold and silver coins. However, these coins totally lacked the artistic design and perfection in finishing and even the administrators of the king took no measure to keep the design secured and protected. This resulted in mass forging of the coins, leading to the failure of the scheme.
[18] Pt. Bhimsen Joshi is associated with which of the following fields?
A.
Literature
B.
Social services
C.
Classical music
D.
Politics
Ans:
Classical music
Explanation :
Pandit Bhimsen Joshiwas an Indian vocalist from Karnataka in the Hindustani classical tradition. He is known for the khayal form of singing, as well as for his popular renditions of devotional music (bhajans and abhangs). He received the Bharat Ratna in 2009.
[19] Security Council of the UN comprises of 10 non-permanent members and their tenure is:
A.
5 years
B.
4 years
C.
3 years
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
The 10 non-permanent members of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elected on a regional basis to serve two-year terms. Besides, UNSC has five permanent members: Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Republic of China and the United States.
[20] Tripitakas' are sacred books of:
A.
Hindus
B.
Jains
C.
Parsis
D.
Buddhists
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The Tripitaka or Three Baskets is the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures and includes many texts believed to be the words of the historical Buddha. The three Pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka. These are canonical texts revered as exclusively authoritative in Theravada Buddhism.
[21] If a country devalues its currency, its:
A.
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
B.
Exports become costlier and imports become cheaper.
C.
Exports value is equivalent to imports value
D.
No effect on exports and imports
Ans:
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
Explanation :
Devaluation means official lowering of the value of a country's currency within a fixed exchange rate system, by which the monetary authority formally sets a new fixed rate with respect to a foreign reference currency. Devaluation causes a country's exports to become less expensive, making them more competitive in the global market. This, in turn, means that imports are more expensive, making domestic consumers less likely to purchase them.
[22] Which one of the following non-metals shows allotropy in the liquid state?
A.
Carbon
B.
Sulphur
C.
Phosphorous
D.
Bromine
Ans:
Sulphur
Explanation :
Sulphur is a non-metal that shows allotropy in the liquid state. If sulphur is heated slowly the changes between the different forms can be observed. These changes are in the form of colour and viscosity (thickness) of the liquid. If the dark brown liquid sulphur is poured into a beaker of cold water, plastic sulphur is formed. This is an elastic, rubber-like form of sulphur.
[23] Sectoral distribution of GDP index measures .
A.
Agriculture development of a country
B.
Economic development of a country
C.
Social development of a country
D.
Socio-Economic development of a Country
Ans:
Economic development of a country
Explanation :
The sectoral distribution of GDP index measures the development of a country across several economic activities. It the market value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly or yearly). It is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country's economy.
[24] Which of the following is not a nitrogenous fertilizer?
A.
Ammonium sulphate
B.
Urea
C.
Ammonium nitrate
D.
Superphosphate
Ans:
Superphosphate
Explanation :
Super phosphate is a common synthetic phosphorus fertilizer. It contains phosphorus and sulphur in a ratio of 1 to 1.22. It is produced by treatment of "phosphate rock" with acids such as sulphuric acid. 'Superphosphate is the principal carrier of phosphate, the form of phosphorus usable by plants, and is one of the world's most important fertilizers.
[25] The absolute zero is a temperature at which:
A.
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
B.
Water freezes
C.
All gases become liquid
D.
All gases become solid
Ans:
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.
Explanation :
The reason why Bacteria does not grow in high concentration of sugar is because of sugar's high osmotic and dehydrating effects. Sugar, whether in solid or aqueous form, attempts to reach equilibrium with the sugar content of the food product with which it is in contact. This has the effect of drawing available water from within the food to the outside and inserting sugar molecules into the food interior. The result is a reduction of the so called product water activity (aw), a measure of unbound, free water molecules in the food that is necessary for microbial survival and growth. Sugar's other antimicrobial mechanisms include interference with a microbe's enzyme activity and weakening the molecular' structure of its DNA (Scientific American Journal).
[8] At low temperature, Lead behaves as a:
A.
Semi conductor
B.
Super conductor
C.
Insulator
D.
Conductor
Ans:
Super conductor
Explanation :
Lead exhibit superconducting phase transitions at low temperatures of 7.2 Kelvin. This discovery was made in 1913. At this temperature (known as critical temperature), the electrical resistivity of lead drops to zero. The transition is so sudden and complete that it appears to be a transition to a different phase of matter; this superconducting phase is described by the BCS theory.
[9] In networks, a small message used to pass between one station to another is known as:
A.
Token
B.
Byte
C.
Word
D.
Ring
Ans:
Token
Explanation :
Token is an efficient form of message passing frequently used in ring networks. It consists of a very short message that circulates around the ring in a logical direction when devices are idle. To transmit, the device must seize the token. Token provides fair access for all stations, and eliminates the collisions of contention-based access methods.
[10] Which of the following, is a natural polymer?
A.
Bakelite
B.
Nylon
C.
Polythene
D.
Starch
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
Cotton, starch, cellulose and rubber are some of the naturally occurring polymers. Starch is a condensation polymer made up of hundreds of glucose monomers, which split out water molecules as they chemically combine. Starch is a member of the basic food group carbohydrates and is found in cereal grains and potatoes. It is also referred to as a polysaccharide, because it is a polymer of the monosaccharide glucose.
[11] Which of the following mammals lay eggs?
A.
Bat
B.
Whale
C.
Weasel
D.
Platypus
Ans:
Platypus
Explanation :
The platypus, also known as the duck-billed platypus, is a semiaquatic egg-laying mammal endemic to eastern Australia, including Tasmania. Together with the four species of echidna, it is one of the five extant species of monotremes, the only mammals that lay eggs instead of giving birth.
[12] Akbar's tomb is located at which of the following places?
A.
Sikandara
B.
Agra
C.
Fatehpur Sikri
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Sikandara
Explanation :
Akbar's tomb is situated in 119 acres of grounds in Sikandra, a suburb of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. Considered as an important Mughal architectural masterpiece, it was built in 1605-1613. The other Mughal monuments that are located in the vicinity of Akbar's tomb are: Mariam's Tomb, the tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani, wife of the Akbar and the mother of Jahangir.
[13] Golden Hand Shake scheme is the name of:
A.
Retirement Scheme
B.
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
C.
One Rank One Pension Scheme
D.
Private Sector Retirement Scheme
Ans:
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
Explanation :
The Voluntary Severance Scheme (VSS) is popularly known as Golden Hand Shake. It is a stipulation in an employment agreement which states that the employer will provide a significant severance package if the employee loses their job. A golden handshake is usually provided to top executives for loss of employment through layoffs, firing or even retirement.
[14] Indian Constitution can be amended according to the procedure laid down in the following Article-
A.
Article 368
B.
Article 345
C.
Article 351
D.
Article 333
Ans:
Article 368
Explanation :
The procedure of amendment in the constitution is laid down in Part XX (Article 368) of the Constitution of India. It lays down two special methods for the amendment of various parts of the constitution: (a) amendment by 2/3rd-majority of parliament and (b) amendment by 2/3rd majority of the parliament plus ratification by at least half of the several state legislatures.
[15] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Saraswat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Columbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[16] The city of Vijayanagar is also known as:
A.
Halebidu
B.
Chandragiri
C.
Hampi
D.
Kondavidu
Ans:
Hampi
Explanation :
Vijaya Nagara, meaning the city of victory was the capital city of the historic Vijayanagara Empire which extended over South India. The city's ruins, surrounding the modern day village of Hampi, are in Ballari district, Karnataka.
[17] Which of the following Sultans of Tughlaq dynasty issued copper coins instead of silver ones?
A.
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
B.
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C.
Firoz Shah Tughlaq
D.
Mahmud Tughlaq
Ans:
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
In 1330 A.D, Delhi Sultan Muhammad bin Tughluq issued token currency; that is coins of brass and copper were minted whose value was equal to that of gold and silver coins. However, these coins totally lacked the artistic design and perfection in finishing and even the administrators of the king took no measure to keep the design secured and protected. This resulted in mass forging of the coins, leading to the failure of the scheme.
[18] Pt. Bhimsen Joshi is associated with which of the following fields?
A.
Literature
B.
Social services
C.
Classical music
D.
Politics
Ans:
Classical music
Explanation :
Pandit Bhimsen Joshiwas an Indian vocalist from Karnataka in the Hindustani classical tradition. He is known for the khayal form of singing, as well as for his popular renditions of devotional music (bhajans and abhangs). He received the Bharat Ratna in 2009.
[19] Security Council of the UN comprises of 10 non-permanent members and their tenure is:
A.
5 years
B.
4 years
C.
3 years
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
The 10 non-permanent members of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elected on a regional basis to serve two-year terms. Besides, UNSC has five permanent members: Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Republic of China and the United States.
[20] Tripitakas' are sacred books of:
A.
Hindus
B.
Jains
C.
Parsis
D.
Buddhists
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The Tripitaka or Three Baskets is the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures and includes many texts believed to be the words of the historical Buddha. The three Pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka. These are canonical texts revered as exclusively authoritative in Theravada Buddhism.
[21] If a country devalues its currency, its:
A.
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
B.
Exports become costlier and imports become cheaper.
C.
Exports value is equivalent to imports value
D.
No effect on exports and imports
Ans:
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
Explanation :
Devaluation means official lowering of the value of a country's currency within a fixed exchange rate system, by which the monetary authority formally sets a new fixed rate with respect to a foreign reference currency. Devaluation causes a country's exports to become less expensive, making them more competitive in the global market. This, in turn, means that imports are more expensive, making domestic consumers less likely to purchase them.
[22] Which one of the following non-metals shows allotropy in the liquid state?
A.
Carbon
B.
Sulphur
C.
Phosphorous
D.
Bromine
Ans:
Sulphur
Explanation :
Sulphur is a non-metal that shows allotropy in the liquid state. If sulphur is heated slowly the changes between the different forms can be observed. These changes are in the form of colour and viscosity (thickness) of the liquid. If the dark brown liquid sulphur is poured into a beaker of cold water, plastic sulphur is formed. This is an elastic, rubber-like form of sulphur.
[23] Sectoral distribution of GDP index measures .
A.
Agriculture development of a country
B.
Economic development of a country
C.
Social development of a country
D.
Socio-Economic development of a Country
Ans:
Economic development of a country
Explanation :
The sectoral distribution of GDP index measures the development of a country across several economic activities. It the market value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly or yearly). It is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country's economy.
[24] Which of the following is not a nitrogenous fertilizer?
A.
Ammonium sulphate
B.
Urea
C.
Ammonium nitrate
D.
Superphosphate
Ans:
Superphosphate
Explanation :
Super phosphate is a common synthetic phosphorus fertilizer. It contains phosphorus and sulphur in a ratio of 1 to 1.22. It is produced by treatment of "phosphate rock" with acids such as sulphuric acid. 'Superphosphate is the principal carrier of phosphate, the form of phosphorus usable by plants, and is one of the world's most important fertilizers.
[25] The absolute zero is a temperature at which:
A.
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
B.
Water freezes
C.
All gases become liquid
D.
All gases become solid
Ans:
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.
Explanation :
Token is an efficient form of message passing frequently used in ring networks. It consists of a very short message that circulates around the ring in a logical direction when devices are idle. To transmit, the device must seize the token. Token provides fair access for all stations, and eliminates the collisions of contention-based access methods.
[10] Which of the following, is a natural polymer?
A.
Bakelite
B.
Nylon
C.
Polythene
D.
Starch
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
Cotton, starch, cellulose and rubber are some of the naturally occurring polymers. Starch is a condensation polymer made up of hundreds of glucose monomers, which split out water molecules as they chemically combine. Starch is a member of the basic food group carbohydrates and is found in cereal grains and potatoes. It is also referred to as a polysaccharide, because it is a polymer of the monosaccharide glucose.
[11] Which of the following mammals lay eggs?
A.
Bat
B.
Whale
C.
Weasel
D.
Platypus
Ans:
Platypus
Explanation :
The platypus, also known as the duck-billed platypus, is a semiaquatic egg-laying mammal endemic to eastern Australia, including Tasmania. Together with the four species of echidna, it is one of the five extant species of monotremes, the only mammals that lay eggs instead of giving birth.
[12] Akbar's tomb is located at which of the following places?
A.
Sikandara
B.
Agra
C.
Fatehpur Sikri
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Sikandara
Explanation :
Akbar's tomb is situated in 119 acres of grounds in Sikandra, a suburb of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. Considered as an important Mughal architectural masterpiece, it was built in 1605-1613. The other Mughal monuments that are located in the vicinity of Akbar's tomb are: Mariam's Tomb, the tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani, wife of the Akbar and the mother of Jahangir.
[13] Golden Hand Shake scheme is the name of:
A.
Retirement Scheme
B.
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
C.
One Rank One Pension Scheme
D.
Private Sector Retirement Scheme
Ans:
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
Explanation :
The Voluntary Severance Scheme (VSS) is popularly known as Golden Hand Shake. It is a stipulation in an employment agreement which states that the employer will provide a significant severance package if the employee loses their job. A golden handshake is usually provided to top executives for loss of employment through layoffs, firing or even retirement.
[14] Indian Constitution can be amended according to the procedure laid down in the following Article-
A.
Article 368
B.
Article 345
C.
Article 351
D.
Article 333
Ans:
Article 368
Explanation :
The procedure of amendment in the constitution is laid down in Part XX (Article 368) of the Constitution of India. It lays down two special methods for the amendment of various parts of the constitution: (a) amendment by 2/3rd-majority of parliament and (b) amendment by 2/3rd majority of the parliament plus ratification by at least half of the several state legislatures.
[15] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Saraswat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Columbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[16] The city of Vijayanagar is also known as:
A.
Halebidu
B.
Chandragiri
C.
Hampi
D.
Kondavidu
Ans:
Hampi
Explanation :
Vijaya Nagara, meaning the city of victory was the capital city of the historic Vijayanagara Empire which extended over South India. The city's ruins, surrounding the modern day village of Hampi, are in Ballari district, Karnataka.
[17] Which of the following Sultans of Tughlaq dynasty issued copper coins instead of silver ones?
A.
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
B.
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C.
Firoz Shah Tughlaq
D.
Mahmud Tughlaq
Ans:
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
In 1330 A.D, Delhi Sultan Muhammad bin Tughluq issued token currency; that is coins of brass and copper were minted whose value was equal to that of gold and silver coins. However, these coins totally lacked the artistic design and perfection in finishing and even the administrators of the king took no measure to keep the design secured and protected. This resulted in mass forging of the coins, leading to the failure of the scheme.
[18] Pt. Bhimsen Joshi is associated with which of the following fields?
A.
Literature
B.
Social services
C.
Classical music
D.
Politics
Ans:
Classical music
Explanation :
Pandit Bhimsen Joshiwas an Indian vocalist from Karnataka in the Hindustani classical tradition. He is known for the khayal form of singing, as well as for his popular renditions of devotional music (bhajans and abhangs). He received the Bharat Ratna in 2009.
[19] Security Council of the UN comprises of 10 non-permanent members and their tenure is:
A.
5 years
B.
4 years
C.
3 years
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
The 10 non-permanent members of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elected on a regional basis to serve two-year terms. Besides, UNSC has five permanent members: Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Republic of China and the United States.
[20] Tripitakas' are sacred books of:
A.
Hindus
B.
Jains
C.
Parsis
D.
Buddhists
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The Tripitaka or Three Baskets is the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures and includes many texts believed to be the words of the historical Buddha. The three Pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka. These are canonical texts revered as exclusively authoritative in Theravada Buddhism.
[21] If a country devalues its currency, its:
A.
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
B.
Exports become costlier and imports become cheaper.
C.
Exports value is equivalent to imports value
D.
No effect on exports and imports
Ans:
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
Explanation :
Devaluation means official lowering of the value of a country's currency within a fixed exchange rate system, by which the monetary authority formally sets a new fixed rate with respect to a foreign reference currency. Devaluation causes a country's exports to become less expensive, making them more competitive in the global market. This, in turn, means that imports are more expensive, making domestic consumers less likely to purchase them.
[22] Which one of the following non-metals shows allotropy in the liquid state?
A.
Carbon
B.
Sulphur
C.
Phosphorous
D.
Bromine
Ans:
Sulphur
Explanation :
Sulphur is a non-metal that shows allotropy in the liquid state. If sulphur is heated slowly the changes between the different forms can be observed. These changes are in the form of colour and viscosity (thickness) of the liquid. If the dark brown liquid sulphur is poured into a beaker of cold water, plastic sulphur is formed. This is an elastic, rubber-like form of sulphur.
[23] Sectoral distribution of GDP index measures .
A.
Agriculture development of a country
B.
Economic development of a country
C.
Social development of a country
D.
Socio-Economic development of a Country
Ans:
Economic development of a country
Explanation :
The sectoral distribution of GDP index measures the development of a country across several economic activities. It the market value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly or yearly). It is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country's economy.
[24] Which of the following is not a nitrogenous fertilizer?
A.
Ammonium sulphate
B.
Urea
C.
Ammonium nitrate
D.
Superphosphate
Ans:
Superphosphate
Explanation :
Super phosphate is a common synthetic phosphorus fertilizer. It contains phosphorus and sulphur in a ratio of 1 to 1.22. It is produced by treatment of "phosphate rock" with acids such as sulphuric acid. 'Superphosphate is the principal carrier of phosphate, the form of phosphorus usable by plants, and is one of the world's most important fertilizers.
[25] The absolute zero is a temperature at which:
A.
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
B.
Water freezes
C.
All gases become liquid
D.
All gases become solid
Ans:
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.
Explanation :
The platypus, also known as the duck-billed platypus, is a semiaquatic egg-laying mammal endemic to eastern Australia, including Tasmania. Together with the four species of echidna, it is one of the five extant species of monotremes, the only mammals that lay eggs instead of giving birth.
[12] Akbar's tomb is located at which of the following places?
A.
Sikandara
B.
Agra
C.
Fatehpur Sikri
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Sikandara
Explanation :
Akbar's tomb is situated in 119 acres of grounds in Sikandra, a suburb of Agra, Uttar Pradesh. Considered as an important Mughal architectural masterpiece, it was built in 1605-1613. The other Mughal monuments that are located in the vicinity of Akbar's tomb are: Mariam's Tomb, the tomb of Mariam-uz-Zamani, wife of the Akbar and the mother of Jahangir.
[13] Golden Hand Shake scheme is the name of:
A.
Retirement Scheme
B.
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
C.
One Rank One Pension Scheme
D.
Private Sector Retirement Scheme
Ans:
Voluntary Retirement Scheme
Explanation :
The Voluntary Severance Scheme (VSS) is popularly known as Golden Hand Shake. It is a stipulation in an employment agreement which states that the employer will provide a significant severance package if the employee loses their job. A golden handshake is usually provided to top executives for loss of employment through layoffs, firing or even retirement.
[14] Indian Constitution can be amended according to the procedure laid down in the following Article-
A.
Article 368
B.
Article 345
C.
Article 351
D.
Article 333
Ans:
Article 368
Explanation :
The procedure of amendment in the constitution is laid down in Part XX (Article 368) of the Constitution of India. It lays down two special methods for the amendment of various parts of the constitution: (a) amendment by 2/3rd-majority of parliament and (b) amendment by 2/3rd majority of the parliament plus ratification by at least half of the several state legislatures.
[15] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Saraswat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Columbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[16] The city of Vijayanagar is also known as:
A.
Halebidu
B.
Chandragiri
C.
Hampi
D.
Kondavidu
Ans:
Hampi
Explanation :
Vijaya Nagara, meaning the city of victory was the capital city of the historic Vijayanagara Empire which extended over South India. The city's ruins, surrounding the modern day village of Hampi, are in Ballari district, Karnataka.
[17] Which of the following Sultans of Tughlaq dynasty issued copper coins instead of silver ones?
A.
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
B.
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C.
Firoz Shah Tughlaq
D.
Mahmud Tughlaq
Ans:
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
In 1330 A.D, Delhi Sultan Muhammad bin Tughluq issued token currency; that is coins of brass and copper were minted whose value was equal to that of gold and silver coins. However, these coins totally lacked the artistic design and perfection in finishing and even the administrators of the king took no measure to keep the design secured and protected. This resulted in mass forging of the coins, leading to the failure of the scheme.
[18] Pt. Bhimsen Joshi is associated with which of the following fields?
A.
Literature
B.
Social services
C.
Classical music
D.
Politics
Ans:
Classical music
Explanation :
Pandit Bhimsen Joshiwas an Indian vocalist from Karnataka in the Hindustani classical tradition. He is known for the khayal form of singing, as well as for his popular renditions of devotional music (bhajans and abhangs). He received the Bharat Ratna in 2009.
[19] Security Council of the UN comprises of 10 non-permanent members and their tenure is:
A.
5 years
B.
4 years
C.
3 years
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
The 10 non-permanent members of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elected on a regional basis to serve two-year terms. Besides, UNSC has five permanent members: Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Republic of China and the United States.
[20] Tripitakas' are sacred books of:
A.
Hindus
B.
Jains
C.
Parsis
D.
Buddhists
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The Tripitaka or Three Baskets is the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures and includes many texts believed to be the words of the historical Buddha. The three Pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka. These are canonical texts revered as exclusively authoritative in Theravada Buddhism.
[21] If a country devalues its currency, its:
A.
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
B.
Exports become costlier and imports become cheaper.
C.
Exports value is equivalent to imports value
D.
No effect on exports and imports
Ans:
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
Explanation :
Devaluation means official lowering of the value of a country's currency within a fixed exchange rate system, by which the monetary authority formally sets a new fixed rate with respect to a foreign reference currency. Devaluation causes a country's exports to become less expensive, making them more competitive in the global market. This, in turn, means that imports are more expensive, making domestic consumers less likely to purchase them.
[22] Which one of the following non-metals shows allotropy in the liquid state?
A.
Carbon
B.
Sulphur
C.
Phosphorous
D.
Bromine
Ans:
Sulphur
Explanation :
Sulphur is a non-metal that shows allotropy in the liquid state. If sulphur is heated slowly the changes between the different forms can be observed. These changes are in the form of colour and viscosity (thickness) of the liquid. If the dark brown liquid sulphur is poured into a beaker of cold water, plastic sulphur is formed. This is an elastic, rubber-like form of sulphur.
[23] Sectoral distribution of GDP index measures .
A.
Agriculture development of a country
B.
Economic development of a country
C.
Social development of a country
D.
Socio-Economic development of a Country
Ans:
Economic development of a country
Explanation :
The sectoral distribution of GDP index measures the development of a country across several economic activities. It the market value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly or yearly). It is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country's economy.
[24] Which of the following is not a nitrogenous fertilizer?
A.
Ammonium sulphate
B.
Urea
C.
Ammonium nitrate
D.
Superphosphate
Ans:
Superphosphate
Explanation :
Super phosphate is a common synthetic phosphorus fertilizer. It contains phosphorus and sulphur in a ratio of 1 to 1.22. It is produced by treatment of "phosphate rock" with acids such as sulphuric acid. 'Superphosphate is the principal carrier of phosphate, the form of phosphorus usable by plants, and is one of the world's most important fertilizers.
[25] The absolute zero is a temperature at which:
A.
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
B.
Water freezes
C.
All gases become liquid
D.
All gases become solid
Ans:
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.
Explanation :
The Voluntary Severance Scheme (VSS) is popularly known as Golden Hand Shake. It is a stipulation in an employment agreement which states that the employer will provide a significant severance package if the employee loses their job. A golden handshake is usually provided to top executives for loss of employment through layoffs, firing or even retirement.
[14] Indian Constitution can be amended according to the procedure laid down in the following Article-
A.
Article 368
B.
Article 345
C.
Article 351
D.
Article 333
Ans:
Article 368
Explanation :
The procedure of amendment in the constitution is laid down in Part XX (Article 368) of the Constitution of India. It lays down two special methods for the amendment of various parts of the constitution: (a) amendment by 2/3rd-majority of parliament and (b) amendment by 2/3rd majority of the parliament plus ratification by at least half of the several state legislatures.
[15] Who is the Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog?
A.
Dr. Bibek Debroy
B.
Dr. V.K. Saraswat
C.
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
D.
Arun Jaitley
Ans:
Dr. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Columbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[16] The city of Vijayanagar is also known as:
A.
Halebidu
B.
Chandragiri
C.
Hampi
D.
Kondavidu
Ans:
Hampi
Explanation :
Vijaya Nagara, meaning the city of victory was the capital city of the historic Vijayanagara Empire which extended over South India. The city's ruins, surrounding the modern day village of Hampi, are in Ballari district, Karnataka.
[17] Which of the following Sultans of Tughlaq dynasty issued copper coins instead of silver ones?
A.
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
B.
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C.
Firoz Shah Tughlaq
D.
Mahmud Tughlaq
Ans:
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
In 1330 A.D, Delhi Sultan Muhammad bin Tughluq issued token currency; that is coins of brass and copper were minted whose value was equal to that of gold and silver coins. However, these coins totally lacked the artistic design and perfection in finishing and even the administrators of the king took no measure to keep the design secured and protected. This resulted in mass forging of the coins, leading to the failure of the scheme.
[18] Pt. Bhimsen Joshi is associated with which of the following fields?
A.
Literature
B.
Social services
C.
Classical music
D.
Politics
Ans:
Classical music
Explanation :
Pandit Bhimsen Joshiwas an Indian vocalist from Karnataka in the Hindustani classical tradition. He is known for the khayal form of singing, as well as for his popular renditions of devotional music (bhajans and abhangs). He received the Bharat Ratna in 2009.
[19] Security Council of the UN comprises of 10 non-permanent members and their tenure is:
A.
5 years
B.
4 years
C.
3 years
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
The 10 non-permanent members of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elected on a regional basis to serve two-year terms. Besides, UNSC has five permanent members: Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Republic of China and the United States.
[20] Tripitakas' are sacred books of:
A.
Hindus
B.
Jains
C.
Parsis
D.
Buddhists
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The Tripitaka or Three Baskets is the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures and includes many texts believed to be the words of the historical Buddha. The three Pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka. These are canonical texts revered as exclusively authoritative in Theravada Buddhism.
[21] If a country devalues its currency, its:
A.
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
B.
Exports become costlier and imports become cheaper.
C.
Exports value is equivalent to imports value
D.
No effect on exports and imports
Ans:
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
Explanation :
Devaluation means official lowering of the value of a country's currency within a fixed exchange rate system, by which the monetary authority formally sets a new fixed rate with respect to a foreign reference currency. Devaluation causes a country's exports to become less expensive, making them more competitive in the global market. This, in turn, means that imports are more expensive, making domestic consumers less likely to purchase them.
[22] Which one of the following non-metals shows allotropy in the liquid state?
A.
Carbon
B.
Sulphur
C.
Phosphorous
D.
Bromine
Ans:
Sulphur
Explanation :
Sulphur is a non-metal that shows allotropy in the liquid state. If sulphur is heated slowly the changes between the different forms can be observed. These changes are in the form of colour and viscosity (thickness) of the liquid. If the dark brown liquid sulphur is poured into a beaker of cold water, plastic sulphur is formed. This is an elastic, rubber-like form of sulphur.
[23] Sectoral distribution of GDP index measures .
A.
Agriculture development of a country
B.
Economic development of a country
C.
Social development of a country
D.
Socio-Economic development of a Country
Ans:
Economic development of a country
Explanation :
The sectoral distribution of GDP index measures the development of a country across several economic activities. It the market value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly or yearly). It is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country's economy.
[24] Which of the following is not a nitrogenous fertilizer?
A.
Ammonium sulphate
B.
Urea
C.
Ammonium nitrate
D.
Superphosphate
Ans:
Superphosphate
Explanation :
Super phosphate is a common synthetic phosphorus fertilizer. It contains phosphorus and sulphur in a ratio of 1 to 1.22. It is produced by treatment of "phosphate rock" with acids such as sulphuric acid. 'Superphosphate is the principal carrier of phosphate, the form of phosphorus usable by plants, and is one of the world's most important fertilizers.
[25] The absolute zero is a temperature at which:
A.
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
B.
Water freezes
C.
All gases become liquid
D.
All gases become solid
Ans:
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.
Explanation :
Arvind Panagariya, the Professor of Indian Political Economy at Columbia University, is Vice -Chairman, Niti Aayog. He is a former Chief Economist of the Asian Development Bank and Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland at College Park.
[16] The city of Vijayanagar is also known as:
A.
Halebidu
B.
Chandragiri
C.
Hampi
D.
Kondavidu
Ans:
Hampi
Explanation :
Vijaya Nagara, meaning the city of victory was the capital city of the historic Vijayanagara Empire which extended over South India. The city's ruins, surrounding the modern day village of Hampi, are in Ballari district, Karnataka.
[17] Which of the following Sultans of Tughlaq dynasty issued copper coins instead of silver ones?
A.
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
B.
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C.
Firoz Shah Tughlaq
D.
Mahmud Tughlaq
Ans:
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
In 1330 A.D, Delhi Sultan Muhammad bin Tughluq issued token currency; that is coins of brass and copper were minted whose value was equal to that of gold and silver coins. However, these coins totally lacked the artistic design and perfection in finishing and even the administrators of the king took no measure to keep the design secured and protected. This resulted in mass forging of the coins, leading to the failure of the scheme.
[18] Pt. Bhimsen Joshi is associated with which of the following fields?
A.
Literature
B.
Social services
C.
Classical music
D.
Politics
Ans:
Classical music
Explanation :
Pandit Bhimsen Joshiwas an Indian vocalist from Karnataka in the Hindustani classical tradition. He is known for the khayal form of singing, as well as for his popular renditions of devotional music (bhajans and abhangs). He received the Bharat Ratna in 2009.
[19] Security Council of the UN comprises of 10 non-permanent members and their tenure is:
A.
5 years
B.
4 years
C.
3 years
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
The 10 non-permanent members of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elected on a regional basis to serve two-year terms. Besides, UNSC has five permanent members: Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Republic of China and the United States.
[20] Tripitakas' are sacred books of:
A.
Hindus
B.
Jains
C.
Parsis
D.
Buddhists
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The Tripitaka or Three Baskets is the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures and includes many texts believed to be the words of the historical Buddha. The three Pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka. These are canonical texts revered as exclusively authoritative in Theravada Buddhism.
[21] If a country devalues its currency, its:
A.
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
B.
Exports become costlier and imports become cheaper.
C.
Exports value is equivalent to imports value
D.
No effect on exports and imports
Ans:
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
Explanation :
Devaluation means official lowering of the value of a country's currency within a fixed exchange rate system, by which the monetary authority formally sets a new fixed rate with respect to a foreign reference currency. Devaluation causes a country's exports to become less expensive, making them more competitive in the global market. This, in turn, means that imports are more expensive, making domestic consumers less likely to purchase them.
[22] Which one of the following non-metals shows allotropy in the liquid state?
A.
Carbon
B.
Sulphur
C.
Phosphorous
D.
Bromine
Ans:
Sulphur
Explanation :
Sulphur is a non-metal that shows allotropy in the liquid state. If sulphur is heated slowly the changes between the different forms can be observed. These changes are in the form of colour and viscosity (thickness) of the liquid. If the dark brown liquid sulphur is poured into a beaker of cold water, plastic sulphur is formed. This is an elastic, rubber-like form of sulphur.
[23] Sectoral distribution of GDP index measures .
A.
Agriculture development of a country
B.
Economic development of a country
C.
Social development of a country
D.
Socio-Economic development of a Country
Ans:
Economic development of a country
Explanation :
The sectoral distribution of GDP index measures the development of a country across several economic activities. It the market value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly or yearly). It is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country's economy.
[24] Which of the following is not a nitrogenous fertilizer?
A.
Ammonium sulphate
B.
Urea
C.
Ammonium nitrate
D.
Superphosphate
Ans:
Superphosphate
Explanation :
Super phosphate is a common synthetic phosphorus fertilizer. It contains phosphorus and sulphur in a ratio of 1 to 1.22. It is produced by treatment of "phosphate rock" with acids such as sulphuric acid. 'Superphosphate is the principal carrier of phosphate, the form of phosphorus usable by plants, and is one of the world's most important fertilizers.
[25] The absolute zero is a temperature at which:
A.
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
B.
Water freezes
C.
All gases become liquid
D.
All gases become solid
Ans:
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.
Explanation :
In 1330 A.D, Delhi Sultan Muhammad bin Tughluq issued token currency; that is coins of brass and copper were minted whose value was equal to that of gold and silver coins. However, these coins totally lacked the artistic design and perfection in finishing and even the administrators of the king took no measure to keep the design secured and protected. This resulted in mass forging of the coins, leading to the failure of the scheme.
[18] Pt. Bhimsen Joshi is associated with which of the following fields?
A.
Literature
B.
Social services
C.
Classical music
D.
Politics
Ans:
Classical music
Explanation :
Pandit Bhimsen Joshiwas an Indian vocalist from Karnataka in the Hindustani classical tradition. He is known for the khayal form of singing, as well as for his popular renditions of devotional music (bhajans and abhangs). He received the Bharat Ratna in 2009.
[19] Security Council of the UN comprises of 10 non-permanent members and their tenure is:
A.
5 years
B.
4 years
C.
3 years
D.
2 years
Ans:
2 years
Explanation :
The 10 non-permanent members of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elected on a regional basis to serve two-year terms. Besides, UNSC has five permanent members: Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Republic of China and the United States.
[20] Tripitakas' are sacred books of:
A.
Hindus
B.
Jains
C.
Parsis
D.
Buddhists
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The Tripitaka or Three Baskets is the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures and includes many texts believed to be the words of the historical Buddha. The three Pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka. These are canonical texts revered as exclusively authoritative in Theravada Buddhism.
[21] If a country devalues its currency, its:
A.
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
B.
Exports become costlier and imports become cheaper.
C.
Exports value is equivalent to imports value
D.
No effect on exports and imports
Ans:
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
Explanation :
Devaluation means official lowering of the value of a country's currency within a fixed exchange rate system, by which the monetary authority formally sets a new fixed rate with respect to a foreign reference currency. Devaluation causes a country's exports to become less expensive, making them more competitive in the global market. This, in turn, means that imports are more expensive, making domestic consumers less likely to purchase them.
[22] Which one of the following non-metals shows allotropy in the liquid state?
A.
Carbon
B.
Sulphur
C.
Phosphorous
D.
Bromine
Ans:
Sulphur
Explanation :
Sulphur is a non-metal that shows allotropy in the liquid state. If sulphur is heated slowly the changes between the different forms can be observed. These changes are in the form of colour and viscosity (thickness) of the liquid. If the dark brown liquid sulphur is poured into a beaker of cold water, plastic sulphur is formed. This is an elastic, rubber-like form of sulphur.
[23] Sectoral distribution of GDP index measures .
A.
Agriculture development of a country
B.
Economic development of a country
C.
Social development of a country
D.
Socio-Economic development of a Country
Ans:
Economic development of a country
Explanation :
The sectoral distribution of GDP index measures the development of a country across several economic activities. It the market value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly or yearly). It is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country's economy.
[24] Which of the following is not a nitrogenous fertilizer?
A.
Ammonium sulphate
B.
Urea
C.
Ammonium nitrate
D.
Superphosphate
Ans:
Superphosphate
Explanation :
Super phosphate is a common synthetic phosphorus fertilizer. It contains phosphorus and sulphur in a ratio of 1 to 1.22. It is produced by treatment of "phosphate rock" with acids such as sulphuric acid. 'Superphosphate is the principal carrier of phosphate, the form of phosphorus usable by plants, and is one of the world's most important fertilizers.
[25] The absolute zero is a temperature at which:
A.
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
B.
Water freezes
C.
All gases become liquid
D.
All gases become solid
Ans:
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.
Explanation :
The 10 non-permanent members of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) elected on a regional basis to serve two-year terms. Besides, UNSC has five permanent members: Russia, the United Kingdom, France, Republic of China and the United States.
[20] Tripitakas' are sacred books of:
A.
Hindus
B.
Jains
C.
Parsis
D.
Buddhists
Ans:
Buddhists
Explanation :
The Tripitaka or Three Baskets is the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures and includes many texts believed to be the words of the historical Buddha. The three Pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka. These are canonical texts revered as exclusively authoritative in Theravada Buddhism.
[21] If a country devalues its currency, its:
A.
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
B.
Exports become costlier and imports become cheaper.
C.
Exports value is equivalent to imports value
D.
No effect on exports and imports
Ans:
Exports become cheaper and imports become costlier
Explanation :
Devaluation means official lowering of the value of a country's currency within a fixed exchange rate system, by which the monetary authority formally sets a new fixed rate with respect to a foreign reference currency. Devaluation causes a country's exports to become less expensive, making them more competitive in the global market. This, in turn, means that imports are more expensive, making domestic consumers less likely to purchase them.
[22] Which one of the following non-metals shows allotropy in the liquid state?
A.
Carbon
B.
Sulphur
C.
Phosphorous
D.
Bromine
Ans:
Sulphur
Explanation :
Sulphur is a non-metal that shows allotropy in the liquid state. If sulphur is heated slowly the changes between the different forms can be observed. These changes are in the form of colour and viscosity (thickness) of the liquid. If the dark brown liquid sulphur is poured into a beaker of cold water, plastic sulphur is formed. This is an elastic, rubber-like form of sulphur.
[23] Sectoral distribution of GDP index measures .
A.
Agriculture development of a country
B.
Economic development of a country
C.
Social development of a country
D.
Socio-Economic development of a Country
Ans:
Economic development of a country
Explanation :
The sectoral distribution of GDP index measures the development of a country across several economic activities. It the market value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly or yearly). It is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country's economy.
[24] Which of the following is not a nitrogenous fertilizer?
A.
Ammonium sulphate
B.
Urea
C.
Ammonium nitrate
D.
Superphosphate
Ans:
Superphosphate
Explanation :
Super phosphate is a common synthetic phosphorus fertilizer. It contains phosphorus and sulphur in a ratio of 1 to 1.22. It is produced by treatment of "phosphate rock" with acids such as sulphuric acid. 'Superphosphate is the principal carrier of phosphate, the form of phosphorus usable by plants, and is one of the world's most important fertilizers.
[25] The absolute zero is a temperature at which:
A.
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
B.
Water freezes
C.
All gases become liquid
D.
All gases become solid
Ans:
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.
Explanation :
Devaluation means official lowering of the value of a country's currency within a fixed exchange rate system, by which the monetary authority formally sets a new fixed rate with respect to a foreign reference currency. Devaluation causes a country's exports to become less expensive, making them more competitive in the global market. This, in turn, means that imports are more expensive, making domestic consumers less likely to purchase them.
[22] Which one of the following non-metals shows allotropy in the liquid state?
A.
Carbon
B.
Sulphur
C.
Phosphorous
D.
Bromine
Ans:
Sulphur
Explanation :
Sulphur is a non-metal that shows allotropy in the liquid state. If sulphur is heated slowly the changes between the different forms can be observed. These changes are in the form of colour and viscosity (thickness) of the liquid. If the dark brown liquid sulphur is poured into a beaker of cold water, plastic sulphur is formed. This is an elastic, rubber-like form of sulphur.
[23] Sectoral distribution of GDP index measures .
A.
Agriculture development of a country
B.
Economic development of a country
C.
Social development of a country
D.
Socio-Economic development of a Country
Ans:
Economic development of a country
Explanation :
The sectoral distribution of GDP index measures the development of a country across several economic activities. It the market value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly or yearly). It is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country's economy.
[24] Which of the following is not a nitrogenous fertilizer?
A.
Ammonium sulphate
B.
Urea
C.
Ammonium nitrate
D.
Superphosphate
Ans:
Superphosphate
Explanation :
Super phosphate is a common synthetic phosphorus fertilizer. It contains phosphorus and sulphur in a ratio of 1 to 1.22. It is produced by treatment of "phosphate rock" with acids such as sulphuric acid. 'Superphosphate is the principal carrier of phosphate, the form of phosphorus usable by plants, and is one of the world's most important fertilizers.
[25] The absolute zero is a temperature at which:
A.
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
B.
Water freezes
C.
All gases become liquid
D.
All gases become solid
Ans:
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.
Explanation :
The sectoral distribution of GDP index measures the development of a country across several economic activities. It the market value of all final goods and services produced in a period (quarterly or yearly). It is one of the primary indicators used to gauge the health of a country's economy.
[24] Which of the following is not a nitrogenous fertilizer?
A.
Ammonium sulphate
B.
Urea
C.
Ammonium nitrate
D.
Superphosphate
Ans:
Superphosphate
Explanation :
Super phosphate is a common synthetic phosphorus fertilizer. It contains phosphorus and sulphur in a ratio of 1 to 1.22. It is produced by treatment of "phosphate rock" with acids such as sulphuric acid. 'Superphosphate is the principal carrier of phosphate, the form of phosphorus usable by plants, and is one of the world's most important fertilizers.
[25] The absolute zero is a temperature at which:
A.
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
B.
Water freezes
C.
All gases become liquid
D.
All gases become solid
Ans:
Molecular motion in a gas would cease
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.
Explanation :
Absolute zero is the lowest possible temperature where nothing could be colder and no heat energy remains in a substance. It is the point at which all motion in matter stops. By international agreement, absolute zero is defined as precisely; 0 K on the Kelvin scale, which is a thermodynamic (absolute) temperature scale; and -273.15 degrees Celsius on the Celsius scale.