[1] A collection of pictures that can be inserted into documents is called -
A.
Photo Shop
B.
Auto Shapes
C.
Word Art
D.
Clip Art
Ans:
Clip Art
Explanation :
ClipArt are graphic elements used to create a design. In other words, this is raster or vector picture that may have any graphic format. For instance, a raster clipart comprises of photographs, drawings, which are composed of pixels, the scanned images can be also used here.
[2] The source of oxygen generated during photosynthesis is:
A.
water
B.
carbon dioxide
C.
chlorophyll
D.
mesophyll cells
Ans:
water
Explanation :
Photolysis of water is the main source of oxygen released during photosynthesis. Photolysis is defined as the splitting of H2O molecule into hydrogen ions, electrons and oxygen in the presence of light and grana.
[3] Which one of the following elements is associated with teeth disorder?
A.
Chlorine
B.
Fluorine
C.
Bromine
D.
Iodine
Ans:
Fluorine
Explanation :
Fluoride or fluorine deficiency is a disorder which may cause increased dental caries (or tooth decay, is the breakdown of dental tissues by the acidic products released by the "bacterial fermentation of dietary carbohydrates.") and possibly osteoporosis (a bone disorder which leads to a decrease in bone mass.
[4] The item 'Education' belongs to the:
A.
Union List
B.
State List
C.
Concurrent List
D.
Residuary Subjects
Ans:
Concurrent List
Explanation :
The Concurrent List or List-III (Seventh Schedule) is a list of 52 items (though the last item is numbered 47) given in the Seventh Schedule to the Constitution of India. It includes the power to be considered by both the central and state government.
[5] Which one of the following is used for sun glasses?
A.
Pyrex glass
B.
Flint glass
C.
Crooks glass
D.
Crystal glass
Ans:
Crooks glass
Explanation :
In this glass mainly cerium oxide (CiO2) is present which sharply absorbs the ultraviolet rays from the sunlight so utilized.
[6] 'Milk of Magnesia' is a suspension of:
A.
magnesium sulphate
B.
magnesium carbonate
C.
magnesium hydroxide
D.
magnesium chloride
Ans:
magnesium hydroxide
Explanation :
A suspension of magnesium hydroxide. Each 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls) of Milk of Magnesia Concentrate is equivalent to 30 mL of Milk of Magnesia yielding 2400 mg of magnesium hydroxide and providing not less than 60 mq/10 mL of acid-neutralizing capacity (ANC)
[7] Devaluation usually causes the internal prices to:
A.
fall
B.
rise
C.
remain unchanged
D.
None of the above
Ans:
remain unchanged
Explanation :
Devaluation reduces the export price in term of foreign currencies in the world market. As a result the exports are increased so as to increase the revenue of the country. When the exports are increased all efforts are made to increase the production of the country. ... But, internal prices remain unaffected.
[8] One of the objectives of Industrial Licensing Policy in India was to ensure:
A.
creation of adequate employment opportunities.
B.
free flow of foreign capital in Indian industries.
C.
use of modern technology.
D.
balanced industrial development across regions.
Ans:
free flow of foreign capital in Indian industries.
Explanation :
0
[9] A substance that stimulates the production of antibodies when introduced into a living organism is known as—
A.
carcinogen
B.
androgen
C.
antigen
D.
oestrogen
Ans:
antigen
Explanation :
Antigens are the substance that when introduced into the body stimulates the production of an antibody. Antigens include toxins, bacteria, foreign blood cells, and the cells of transplanted organs. Antigens can also react with formed antibodies.
[10] Electron microscope was invented by -
A.
Knoll and Ruska
B.
Robert Koch
C.
Leeuwenhock
D.
C.P. Swanson
Ans:
Knoll and Ruska
Explanation :
The first prototype electron microscope, capable of four-hundred-power magnification, was developed in 1931 by the physicist Ernst Ruska and the electrical engineer Max Knoll. The apparatus was the first practical demonstration of the principles of electron microscopy.
[11] Which one among the following is a `hot spot' for biological diversity in India?
A.
Western Ghats
B.
Sundarbans
C.
Chilika Lagoon
D.
Eastern Ghats
Ans:
Western Ghats
Explanation :
India shares its territories into three biodiversity hotspots viz. Eastern Himalaya, Western Ghats and Indo-Burma
[12] The longest river of Peninsular India is:
A.
Narmada
B.
Godavari
C.
Mahanadi
D.
Cauvery
Ans:
Godavari
Explanation :
Godavari is the longest river of peninsular India. Godavari, also known as 'Dakshin Ganga' – the South Ganges, the second longest river of India after the Ganges, is the longest river of peninsular India.
[13] Convectional Rainfall occurs in:
A.
Equatorial region
B.
Temperate region
C.
Tropical region
D.
Polar region
Ans:
Equatorial region
Explanation :
The convectional rainfall is prevalent in equatorial regions. In these, the warm air rises up and expands then, reaches at a cooler layer and saturates, then condenses mainly in the form of cumulus or cumulonimbus clouds. In the equatorial regions, the precipitation due to convectional rainfall occurs in the afternoon
[14] `Darwin finches' refer to a group of:
A.
Fishes
B.
Lizards
C.
Birds
D.
Amphibians
Ans:
Birds
Explanation :
Darwin's finches (also known as the Galápagos finches) are a group of about 15 species of passerine birds. They are well known for their remarkable diversity in beak form and function. They are often classified as the subfamily Geospizinae or tribe Geospizini.
[15] Where has the world's largest monolithic statue of Buddha been installed?
A.
Bamiyan
B.
Hyderabad
C.
Kandy
D.
Lhasa
Ans:
Bamiyan
Explanation :
The world's largest Buddha's monolithic statue is situated at Bamiyan. The Buddha of Bamiyan had two stunning statues of Buddha built in fourth and fifth century which was located in Bamyan of Afghanistan. These were at a height of 2500 meters (8200 feet), on 230 kilometers (140 miles) northwest of Kabul.
[16] When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
A.
evaporation
B.
vaporisation
C.
diffusion
D.
sublimation
Ans:
evaporation
Explanation :
When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
[17] Clear nights are colder than cloudy nights because of:
A.
conduction
B.
condensation
C.
radiation
D.
insolation
Ans:
radiation
Explanation :
Cloudless nights are colder because the nights that have clouds provide a blanket for the earth and trap some of the hot day air where as the cloudless nights have no protection so all the hot air rises up into the sky.
[18] What is 'Teletext'?
A.
Flashing of telephone conversation on TV screen.
B.
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
C.
Connecting the local telephone with outstation telephones without STD codes.
D.
Flashing of the text of news and information on the TV screen.
Ans:
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
Explanation :
Teletext,or broadcast teletext, is a videotex standard for displaying text and rudimentary graphics on suitably equipped television sets. Teletext sends data in the broadcast signal, hidden in the invisible vertical blank interrupt area at the top and bottom of the screen. The teletext decoder in the television buffers this information as a series of "pages", each given a number. The user can display chosen pages using their remote control.
[19] The Presidential Government operates on the principle of:
A.
Division of Powers between Centre and States
B.
Centralization of Powers
C.
Balance of Powers
D.
Separation of Powers
Ans:
Separation of Powers
Explanation :
The parliamentary system is based on the principle of cooperation and coordination between the legislative and executive organs while the presidential system is based on the doctrine of separation of powers between the two organs.
[20] The tissue in man where no cell division occurs after birth is -
A.
skeletal
B.
nerves
C.
connective
D.
germinal
Ans:
nerves
Explanation :
Cell division is the process by which cells produce new cells. Cell division differs in prokaryotes (bacteria) and eukaryotes (protists, fungi, plants, & animals). Some tissues must be repaired often such as the lining of gut, white blood cells, skin cells with a short lifespan. Other cells do not divide at all after birth such as muscle & nerve.
[21] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariat in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Bakers
C.
Robert Tor Tussell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Sir Edward Lutyens
Explanation :
Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, was an English architect known for imaginatively adapting traditional architectural styles to the requirements of his era. He designed many English country houses, war memorials and public buildings. In his biography, the writer Christopher Hussey wrote, "In his lifetime (Lutyens) was widely held to be our greatest architect since Wren if not, as many maintained, his superior". The architectural historian Gavin Stamp described him as "surely the greatest British architect of the twentieth (or of any other) century".
[22] In Shivaji's Council of Ministers the Prime Minister was called -
A.
Peshwa
B.
Sachiv
C.
Mantri
D.
Samanta
Ans:
Peshwa
Explanation :
A Peshwa was a Prime Minister of Maratha Empire of the Indian subcontinent. Originally, the Peshwas served as subordinates to the Chhatrapati (the Maratha king), later they became the leaders of the Maratha Confederacy, and the Chhatrapati became a nominal ruler.
[23] Which two countries were involved in a Hundred Years War?
A.
Turkey and Austria
B.
England and France
C.
Palestine and Israel
D.
Germany and Russia
Ans:
England and France
Explanation :
The Hundred Years' War was fought between France and England during the late Middle Ages. It lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The war started because Charles IV of France died in 1328 without an immediate male heir (i.e., a son or younger brother)
[24] Currency notes of Rs.2 denomination and above are liabilities of:
A.
Government of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
State Bank of India
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.
[25] Who were the three eminent statesmen who started the Non-aligned Movement?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Anwar Sadat, Soekarno
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Chou Enlai, Kwame Nkrumah
C.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Fidel Castro, Marshal Tito
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
ClipArt are graphic elements used to create a design. In other words, this is raster or vector picture that may have any graphic format. For instance, a raster clipart comprises of photographs, drawings, which are composed of pixels, the scanned images can be also used here.
[2] The source of oxygen generated during photosynthesis is:
A.
water
B.
carbon dioxide
C.
chlorophyll
D.
mesophyll cells
Ans:
water
Explanation :
Photolysis of water is the main source of oxygen released during photosynthesis. Photolysis is defined as the splitting of H2O molecule into hydrogen ions, electrons and oxygen in the presence of light and grana.
[3] Which one of the following elements is associated with teeth disorder?
A.
Chlorine
B.
Fluorine
C.
Bromine
D.
Iodine
Ans:
Fluorine
Explanation :
Fluoride or fluorine deficiency is a disorder which may cause increased dental caries (or tooth decay, is the breakdown of dental tissues by the acidic products released by the "bacterial fermentation of dietary carbohydrates.") and possibly osteoporosis (a bone disorder which leads to a decrease in bone mass.
[4] The item 'Education' belongs to the:
A.
Union List
B.
State List
C.
Concurrent List
D.
Residuary Subjects
Ans:
Concurrent List
Explanation :
The Concurrent List or List-III (Seventh Schedule) is a list of 52 items (though the last item is numbered 47) given in the Seventh Schedule to the Constitution of India. It includes the power to be considered by both the central and state government.
[5] Which one of the following is used for sun glasses?
A.
Pyrex glass
B.
Flint glass
C.
Crooks glass
D.
Crystal glass
Ans:
Crooks glass
Explanation :
In this glass mainly cerium oxide (CiO2) is present which sharply absorbs the ultraviolet rays from the sunlight so utilized.
[6] 'Milk of Magnesia' is a suspension of:
A.
magnesium sulphate
B.
magnesium carbonate
C.
magnesium hydroxide
D.
magnesium chloride
Ans:
magnesium hydroxide
Explanation :
A suspension of magnesium hydroxide. Each 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls) of Milk of Magnesia Concentrate is equivalent to 30 mL of Milk of Magnesia yielding 2400 mg of magnesium hydroxide and providing not less than 60 mq/10 mL of acid-neutralizing capacity (ANC)
[7] Devaluation usually causes the internal prices to:
A.
fall
B.
rise
C.
remain unchanged
D.
None of the above
Ans:
remain unchanged
Explanation :
Devaluation reduces the export price in term of foreign currencies in the world market. As a result the exports are increased so as to increase the revenue of the country. When the exports are increased all efforts are made to increase the production of the country. ... But, internal prices remain unaffected.
[8] One of the objectives of Industrial Licensing Policy in India was to ensure:
A.
creation of adequate employment opportunities.
B.
free flow of foreign capital in Indian industries.
C.
use of modern technology.
D.
balanced industrial development across regions.
Ans:
free flow of foreign capital in Indian industries.
Explanation :
0
[9] A substance that stimulates the production of antibodies when introduced into a living organism is known as—
A.
carcinogen
B.
androgen
C.
antigen
D.
oestrogen
Ans:
antigen
Explanation :
Antigens are the substance that when introduced into the body stimulates the production of an antibody. Antigens include toxins, bacteria, foreign blood cells, and the cells of transplanted organs. Antigens can also react with formed antibodies.
[10] Electron microscope was invented by -
A.
Knoll and Ruska
B.
Robert Koch
C.
Leeuwenhock
D.
C.P. Swanson
Ans:
Knoll and Ruska
Explanation :
The first prototype electron microscope, capable of four-hundred-power magnification, was developed in 1931 by the physicist Ernst Ruska and the electrical engineer Max Knoll. The apparatus was the first practical demonstration of the principles of electron microscopy.
[11] Which one among the following is a `hot spot' for biological diversity in India?
A.
Western Ghats
B.
Sundarbans
C.
Chilika Lagoon
D.
Eastern Ghats
Ans:
Western Ghats
Explanation :
India shares its territories into three biodiversity hotspots viz. Eastern Himalaya, Western Ghats and Indo-Burma
[12] The longest river of Peninsular India is:
A.
Narmada
B.
Godavari
C.
Mahanadi
D.
Cauvery
Ans:
Godavari
Explanation :
Godavari is the longest river of peninsular India. Godavari, also known as 'Dakshin Ganga' – the South Ganges, the second longest river of India after the Ganges, is the longest river of peninsular India.
[13] Convectional Rainfall occurs in:
A.
Equatorial region
B.
Temperate region
C.
Tropical region
D.
Polar region
Ans:
Equatorial region
Explanation :
The convectional rainfall is prevalent in equatorial regions. In these, the warm air rises up and expands then, reaches at a cooler layer and saturates, then condenses mainly in the form of cumulus or cumulonimbus clouds. In the equatorial regions, the precipitation due to convectional rainfall occurs in the afternoon
[14] `Darwin finches' refer to a group of:
A.
Fishes
B.
Lizards
C.
Birds
D.
Amphibians
Ans:
Birds
Explanation :
Darwin's finches (also known as the Galápagos finches) are a group of about 15 species of passerine birds. They are well known for their remarkable diversity in beak form and function. They are often classified as the subfamily Geospizinae or tribe Geospizini.
[15] Where has the world's largest monolithic statue of Buddha been installed?
A.
Bamiyan
B.
Hyderabad
C.
Kandy
D.
Lhasa
Ans:
Bamiyan
Explanation :
The world's largest Buddha's monolithic statue is situated at Bamiyan. The Buddha of Bamiyan had two stunning statues of Buddha built in fourth and fifth century which was located in Bamyan of Afghanistan. These were at a height of 2500 meters (8200 feet), on 230 kilometers (140 miles) northwest of Kabul.
[16] When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
A.
evaporation
B.
vaporisation
C.
diffusion
D.
sublimation
Ans:
evaporation
Explanation :
When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
[17] Clear nights are colder than cloudy nights because of:
A.
conduction
B.
condensation
C.
radiation
D.
insolation
Ans:
radiation
Explanation :
Cloudless nights are colder because the nights that have clouds provide a blanket for the earth and trap some of the hot day air where as the cloudless nights have no protection so all the hot air rises up into the sky.
[18] What is 'Teletext'?
A.
Flashing of telephone conversation on TV screen.
B.
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
C.
Connecting the local telephone with outstation telephones without STD codes.
D.
Flashing of the text of news and information on the TV screen.
Ans:
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
Explanation :
Teletext,or broadcast teletext, is a videotex standard for displaying text and rudimentary graphics on suitably equipped television sets. Teletext sends data in the broadcast signal, hidden in the invisible vertical blank interrupt area at the top and bottom of the screen. The teletext decoder in the television buffers this information as a series of "pages", each given a number. The user can display chosen pages using their remote control.
[19] The Presidential Government operates on the principle of:
A.
Division of Powers between Centre and States
B.
Centralization of Powers
C.
Balance of Powers
D.
Separation of Powers
Ans:
Separation of Powers
Explanation :
The parliamentary system is based on the principle of cooperation and coordination between the legislative and executive organs while the presidential system is based on the doctrine of separation of powers between the two organs.
[20] The tissue in man where no cell division occurs after birth is -
A.
skeletal
B.
nerves
C.
connective
D.
germinal
Ans:
nerves
Explanation :
Cell division is the process by which cells produce new cells. Cell division differs in prokaryotes (bacteria) and eukaryotes (protists, fungi, plants, & animals). Some tissues must be repaired often such as the lining of gut, white blood cells, skin cells with a short lifespan. Other cells do not divide at all after birth such as muscle & nerve.
[21] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariat in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Bakers
C.
Robert Tor Tussell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Sir Edward Lutyens
Explanation :
Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, was an English architect known for imaginatively adapting traditional architectural styles to the requirements of his era. He designed many English country houses, war memorials and public buildings. In his biography, the writer Christopher Hussey wrote, "In his lifetime (Lutyens) was widely held to be our greatest architect since Wren if not, as many maintained, his superior". The architectural historian Gavin Stamp described him as "surely the greatest British architect of the twentieth (or of any other) century".
[22] In Shivaji's Council of Ministers the Prime Minister was called -
A.
Peshwa
B.
Sachiv
C.
Mantri
D.
Samanta
Ans:
Peshwa
Explanation :
A Peshwa was a Prime Minister of Maratha Empire of the Indian subcontinent. Originally, the Peshwas served as subordinates to the Chhatrapati (the Maratha king), later they became the leaders of the Maratha Confederacy, and the Chhatrapati became a nominal ruler.
[23] Which two countries were involved in a Hundred Years War?
A.
Turkey and Austria
B.
England and France
C.
Palestine and Israel
D.
Germany and Russia
Ans:
England and France
Explanation :
The Hundred Years' War was fought between France and England during the late Middle Ages. It lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The war started because Charles IV of France died in 1328 without an immediate male heir (i.e., a son or younger brother)
[24] Currency notes of Rs.2 denomination and above are liabilities of:
A.
Government of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
State Bank of India
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.
[25] Who were the three eminent statesmen who started the Non-aligned Movement?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Anwar Sadat, Soekarno
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Chou Enlai, Kwame Nkrumah
C.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Fidel Castro, Marshal Tito
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
Fluoride or fluorine deficiency is a disorder which may cause increased dental caries (or tooth decay, is the breakdown of dental tissues by the acidic products released by the "bacterial fermentation of dietary carbohydrates.") and possibly osteoporosis (a bone disorder which leads to a decrease in bone mass.
[4] The item 'Education' belongs to the:
A.
Union List
B.
State List
C.
Concurrent List
D.
Residuary Subjects
Ans:
Concurrent List
Explanation :
The Concurrent List or List-III (Seventh Schedule) is a list of 52 items (though the last item is numbered 47) given in the Seventh Schedule to the Constitution of India. It includes the power to be considered by both the central and state government.
[5] Which one of the following is used for sun glasses?
A.
Pyrex glass
B.
Flint glass
C.
Crooks glass
D.
Crystal glass
Ans:
Crooks glass
Explanation :
In this glass mainly cerium oxide (CiO2) is present which sharply absorbs the ultraviolet rays from the sunlight so utilized.
[6] 'Milk of Magnesia' is a suspension of:
A.
magnesium sulphate
B.
magnesium carbonate
C.
magnesium hydroxide
D.
magnesium chloride
Ans:
magnesium hydroxide
Explanation :
A suspension of magnesium hydroxide. Each 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls) of Milk of Magnesia Concentrate is equivalent to 30 mL of Milk of Magnesia yielding 2400 mg of magnesium hydroxide and providing not less than 60 mq/10 mL of acid-neutralizing capacity (ANC)
[7] Devaluation usually causes the internal prices to:
A.
fall
B.
rise
C.
remain unchanged
D.
None of the above
Ans:
remain unchanged
Explanation :
Devaluation reduces the export price in term of foreign currencies in the world market. As a result the exports are increased so as to increase the revenue of the country. When the exports are increased all efforts are made to increase the production of the country. ... But, internal prices remain unaffected.
[8] One of the objectives of Industrial Licensing Policy in India was to ensure:
A.
creation of adequate employment opportunities.
B.
free flow of foreign capital in Indian industries.
C.
use of modern technology.
D.
balanced industrial development across regions.
Ans:
free flow of foreign capital in Indian industries.
Explanation :
0
[9] A substance that stimulates the production of antibodies when introduced into a living organism is known as—
A.
carcinogen
B.
androgen
C.
antigen
D.
oestrogen
Ans:
antigen
Explanation :
Antigens are the substance that when introduced into the body stimulates the production of an antibody. Antigens include toxins, bacteria, foreign blood cells, and the cells of transplanted organs. Antigens can also react with formed antibodies.
[10] Electron microscope was invented by -
A.
Knoll and Ruska
B.
Robert Koch
C.
Leeuwenhock
D.
C.P. Swanson
Ans:
Knoll and Ruska
Explanation :
The first prototype electron microscope, capable of four-hundred-power magnification, was developed in 1931 by the physicist Ernst Ruska and the electrical engineer Max Knoll. The apparatus was the first practical demonstration of the principles of electron microscopy.
[11] Which one among the following is a `hot spot' for biological diversity in India?
A.
Western Ghats
B.
Sundarbans
C.
Chilika Lagoon
D.
Eastern Ghats
Ans:
Western Ghats
Explanation :
India shares its territories into three biodiversity hotspots viz. Eastern Himalaya, Western Ghats and Indo-Burma
[12] The longest river of Peninsular India is:
A.
Narmada
B.
Godavari
C.
Mahanadi
D.
Cauvery
Ans:
Godavari
Explanation :
Godavari is the longest river of peninsular India. Godavari, also known as 'Dakshin Ganga' – the South Ganges, the second longest river of India after the Ganges, is the longest river of peninsular India.
[13] Convectional Rainfall occurs in:
A.
Equatorial region
B.
Temperate region
C.
Tropical region
D.
Polar region
Ans:
Equatorial region
Explanation :
The convectional rainfall is prevalent in equatorial regions. In these, the warm air rises up and expands then, reaches at a cooler layer and saturates, then condenses mainly in the form of cumulus or cumulonimbus clouds. In the equatorial regions, the precipitation due to convectional rainfall occurs in the afternoon
[14] `Darwin finches' refer to a group of:
A.
Fishes
B.
Lizards
C.
Birds
D.
Amphibians
Ans:
Birds
Explanation :
Darwin's finches (also known as the Galápagos finches) are a group of about 15 species of passerine birds. They are well known for their remarkable diversity in beak form and function. They are often classified as the subfamily Geospizinae or tribe Geospizini.
[15] Where has the world's largest monolithic statue of Buddha been installed?
A.
Bamiyan
B.
Hyderabad
C.
Kandy
D.
Lhasa
Ans:
Bamiyan
Explanation :
The world's largest Buddha's monolithic statue is situated at Bamiyan. The Buddha of Bamiyan had two stunning statues of Buddha built in fourth and fifth century which was located in Bamyan of Afghanistan. These were at a height of 2500 meters (8200 feet), on 230 kilometers (140 miles) northwest of Kabul.
[16] When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
A.
evaporation
B.
vaporisation
C.
diffusion
D.
sublimation
Ans:
evaporation
Explanation :
When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
[17] Clear nights are colder than cloudy nights because of:
A.
conduction
B.
condensation
C.
radiation
D.
insolation
Ans:
radiation
Explanation :
Cloudless nights are colder because the nights that have clouds provide a blanket for the earth and trap some of the hot day air where as the cloudless nights have no protection so all the hot air rises up into the sky.
[18] What is 'Teletext'?
A.
Flashing of telephone conversation on TV screen.
B.
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
C.
Connecting the local telephone with outstation telephones without STD codes.
D.
Flashing of the text of news and information on the TV screen.
Ans:
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
Explanation :
Teletext,or broadcast teletext, is a videotex standard for displaying text and rudimentary graphics on suitably equipped television sets. Teletext sends data in the broadcast signal, hidden in the invisible vertical blank interrupt area at the top and bottom of the screen. The teletext decoder in the television buffers this information as a series of "pages", each given a number. The user can display chosen pages using their remote control.
[19] The Presidential Government operates on the principle of:
A.
Division of Powers between Centre and States
B.
Centralization of Powers
C.
Balance of Powers
D.
Separation of Powers
Ans:
Separation of Powers
Explanation :
The parliamentary system is based on the principle of cooperation and coordination between the legislative and executive organs while the presidential system is based on the doctrine of separation of powers between the two organs.
[20] The tissue in man where no cell division occurs after birth is -
A.
skeletal
B.
nerves
C.
connective
D.
germinal
Ans:
nerves
Explanation :
Cell division is the process by which cells produce new cells. Cell division differs in prokaryotes (bacteria) and eukaryotes (protists, fungi, plants, & animals). Some tissues must be repaired often such as the lining of gut, white blood cells, skin cells with a short lifespan. Other cells do not divide at all after birth such as muscle & nerve.
[21] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariat in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Bakers
C.
Robert Tor Tussell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Sir Edward Lutyens
Explanation :
Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, was an English architect known for imaginatively adapting traditional architectural styles to the requirements of his era. He designed many English country houses, war memorials and public buildings. In his biography, the writer Christopher Hussey wrote, "In his lifetime (Lutyens) was widely held to be our greatest architect since Wren if not, as many maintained, his superior". The architectural historian Gavin Stamp described him as "surely the greatest British architect of the twentieth (or of any other) century".
[22] In Shivaji's Council of Ministers the Prime Minister was called -
A.
Peshwa
B.
Sachiv
C.
Mantri
D.
Samanta
Ans:
Peshwa
Explanation :
A Peshwa was a Prime Minister of Maratha Empire of the Indian subcontinent. Originally, the Peshwas served as subordinates to the Chhatrapati (the Maratha king), later they became the leaders of the Maratha Confederacy, and the Chhatrapati became a nominal ruler.
[23] Which two countries were involved in a Hundred Years War?
A.
Turkey and Austria
B.
England and France
C.
Palestine and Israel
D.
Germany and Russia
Ans:
England and France
Explanation :
The Hundred Years' War was fought between France and England during the late Middle Ages. It lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The war started because Charles IV of France died in 1328 without an immediate male heir (i.e., a son or younger brother)
[24] Currency notes of Rs.2 denomination and above are liabilities of:
A.
Government of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
State Bank of India
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.
[25] Who were the three eminent statesmen who started the Non-aligned Movement?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Anwar Sadat, Soekarno
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Chou Enlai, Kwame Nkrumah
C.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Fidel Castro, Marshal Tito
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
In this glass mainly cerium oxide (CiO2) is present which sharply absorbs the ultraviolet rays from the sunlight so utilized.
[6] 'Milk of Magnesia' is a suspension of:
A.
magnesium sulphate
B.
magnesium carbonate
C.
magnesium hydroxide
D.
magnesium chloride
Ans:
magnesium hydroxide
Explanation :
A suspension of magnesium hydroxide. Each 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls) of Milk of Magnesia Concentrate is equivalent to 30 mL of Milk of Magnesia yielding 2400 mg of magnesium hydroxide and providing not less than 60 mq/10 mL of acid-neutralizing capacity (ANC)
[7] Devaluation usually causes the internal prices to:
A.
fall
B.
rise
C.
remain unchanged
D.
None of the above
Ans:
remain unchanged
Explanation :
Devaluation reduces the export price in term of foreign currencies in the world market. As a result the exports are increased so as to increase the revenue of the country. When the exports are increased all efforts are made to increase the production of the country. ... But, internal prices remain unaffected.
[8] One of the objectives of Industrial Licensing Policy in India was to ensure:
A.
creation of adequate employment opportunities.
B.
free flow of foreign capital in Indian industries.
C.
use of modern technology.
D.
balanced industrial development across regions.
Ans:
free flow of foreign capital in Indian industries.
Explanation :
0
[9] A substance that stimulates the production of antibodies when introduced into a living organism is known as—
A.
carcinogen
B.
androgen
C.
antigen
D.
oestrogen
Ans:
antigen
Explanation :
Antigens are the substance that when introduced into the body stimulates the production of an antibody. Antigens include toxins, bacteria, foreign blood cells, and the cells of transplanted organs. Antigens can also react with formed antibodies.
[10] Electron microscope was invented by -
A.
Knoll and Ruska
B.
Robert Koch
C.
Leeuwenhock
D.
C.P. Swanson
Ans:
Knoll and Ruska
Explanation :
The first prototype electron microscope, capable of four-hundred-power magnification, was developed in 1931 by the physicist Ernst Ruska and the electrical engineer Max Knoll. The apparatus was the first practical demonstration of the principles of electron microscopy.
[11] Which one among the following is a `hot spot' for biological diversity in India?
A.
Western Ghats
B.
Sundarbans
C.
Chilika Lagoon
D.
Eastern Ghats
Ans:
Western Ghats
Explanation :
India shares its territories into three biodiversity hotspots viz. Eastern Himalaya, Western Ghats and Indo-Burma
[12] The longest river of Peninsular India is:
A.
Narmada
B.
Godavari
C.
Mahanadi
D.
Cauvery
Ans:
Godavari
Explanation :
Godavari is the longest river of peninsular India. Godavari, also known as 'Dakshin Ganga' – the South Ganges, the second longest river of India after the Ganges, is the longest river of peninsular India.
[13] Convectional Rainfall occurs in:
A.
Equatorial region
B.
Temperate region
C.
Tropical region
D.
Polar region
Ans:
Equatorial region
Explanation :
The convectional rainfall is prevalent in equatorial regions. In these, the warm air rises up and expands then, reaches at a cooler layer and saturates, then condenses mainly in the form of cumulus or cumulonimbus clouds. In the equatorial regions, the precipitation due to convectional rainfall occurs in the afternoon
[14] `Darwin finches' refer to a group of:
A.
Fishes
B.
Lizards
C.
Birds
D.
Amphibians
Ans:
Birds
Explanation :
Darwin's finches (also known as the Galápagos finches) are a group of about 15 species of passerine birds. They are well known for their remarkable diversity in beak form and function. They are often classified as the subfamily Geospizinae or tribe Geospizini.
[15] Where has the world's largest monolithic statue of Buddha been installed?
A.
Bamiyan
B.
Hyderabad
C.
Kandy
D.
Lhasa
Ans:
Bamiyan
Explanation :
The world's largest Buddha's monolithic statue is situated at Bamiyan. The Buddha of Bamiyan had two stunning statues of Buddha built in fourth and fifth century which was located in Bamyan of Afghanistan. These were at a height of 2500 meters (8200 feet), on 230 kilometers (140 miles) northwest of Kabul.
[16] When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
A.
evaporation
B.
vaporisation
C.
diffusion
D.
sublimation
Ans:
evaporation
Explanation :
When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
[17] Clear nights are colder than cloudy nights because of:
A.
conduction
B.
condensation
C.
radiation
D.
insolation
Ans:
radiation
Explanation :
Cloudless nights are colder because the nights that have clouds provide a blanket for the earth and trap some of the hot day air where as the cloudless nights have no protection so all the hot air rises up into the sky.
[18] What is 'Teletext'?
A.
Flashing of telephone conversation on TV screen.
B.
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
C.
Connecting the local telephone with outstation telephones without STD codes.
D.
Flashing of the text of news and information on the TV screen.
Ans:
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
Explanation :
Teletext,or broadcast teletext, is a videotex standard for displaying text and rudimentary graphics on suitably equipped television sets. Teletext sends data in the broadcast signal, hidden in the invisible vertical blank interrupt area at the top and bottom of the screen. The teletext decoder in the television buffers this information as a series of "pages", each given a number. The user can display chosen pages using their remote control.
[19] The Presidential Government operates on the principle of:
A.
Division of Powers between Centre and States
B.
Centralization of Powers
C.
Balance of Powers
D.
Separation of Powers
Ans:
Separation of Powers
Explanation :
The parliamentary system is based on the principle of cooperation and coordination between the legislative and executive organs while the presidential system is based on the doctrine of separation of powers between the two organs.
[20] The tissue in man where no cell division occurs after birth is -
A.
skeletal
B.
nerves
C.
connective
D.
germinal
Ans:
nerves
Explanation :
Cell division is the process by which cells produce new cells. Cell division differs in prokaryotes (bacteria) and eukaryotes (protists, fungi, plants, & animals). Some tissues must be repaired often such as the lining of gut, white blood cells, skin cells with a short lifespan. Other cells do not divide at all after birth such as muscle & nerve.
[21] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariat in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Bakers
C.
Robert Tor Tussell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Sir Edward Lutyens
Explanation :
Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, was an English architect known for imaginatively adapting traditional architectural styles to the requirements of his era. He designed many English country houses, war memorials and public buildings. In his biography, the writer Christopher Hussey wrote, "In his lifetime (Lutyens) was widely held to be our greatest architect since Wren if not, as many maintained, his superior". The architectural historian Gavin Stamp described him as "surely the greatest British architect of the twentieth (or of any other) century".
[22] In Shivaji's Council of Ministers the Prime Minister was called -
A.
Peshwa
B.
Sachiv
C.
Mantri
D.
Samanta
Ans:
Peshwa
Explanation :
A Peshwa was a Prime Minister of Maratha Empire of the Indian subcontinent. Originally, the Peshwas served as subordinates to the Chhatrapati (the Maratha king), later they became the leaders of the Maratha Confederacy, and the Chhatrapati became a nominal ruler.
[23] Which two countries were involved in a Hundred Years War?
A.
Turkey and Austria
B.
England and France
C.
Palestine and Israel
D.
Germany and Russia
Ans:
England and France
Explanation :
The Hundred Years' War was fought between France and England during the late Middle Ages. It lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The war started because Charles IV of France died in 1328 without an immediate male heir (i.e., a son or younger brother)
[24] Currency notes of Rs.2 denomination and above are liabilities of:
A.
Government of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
State Bank of India
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.
[25] Who were the three eminent statesmen who started the Non-aligned Movement?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Anwar Sadat, Soekarno
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Chou Enlai, Kwame Nkrumah
C.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Fidel Castro, Marshal Tito
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
Devaluation reduces the export price in term of foreign currencies in the world market. As a result the exports are increased so as to increase the revenue of the country. When the exports are increased all efforts are made to increase the production of the country. ... But, internal prices remain unaffected.
[8] One of the objectives of Industrial Licensing Policy in India was to ensure:
A.
creation of adequate employment opportunities.
B.
free flow of foreign capital in Indian industries.
C.
use of modern technology.
D.
balanced industrial development across regions.
Ans:
free flow of foreign capital in Indian industries.
Explanation :
0
[9] A substance that stimulates the production of antibodies when introduced into a living organism is known as—
A.
carcinogen
B.
androgen
C.
antigen
D.
oestrogen
Ans:
antigen
Explanation :
Antigens are the substance that when introduced into the body stimulates the production of an antibody. Antigens include toxins, bacteria, foreign blood cells, and the cells of transplanted organs. Antigens can also react with formed antibodies.
[10] Electron microscope was invented by -
A.
Knoll and Ruska
B.
Robert Koch
C.
Leeuwenhock
D.
C.P. Swanson
Ans:
Knoll and Ruska
Explanation :
The first prototype electron microscope, capable of four-hundred-power magnification, was developed in 1931 by the physicist Ernst Ruska and the electrical engineer Max Knoll. The apparatus was the first practical demonstration of the principles of electron microscopy.
[11] Which one among the following is a `hot spot' for biological diversity in India?
A.
Western Ghats
B.
Sundarbans
C.
Chilika Lagoon
D.
Eastern Ghats
Ans:
Western Ghats
Explanation :
India shares its territories into three biodiversity hotspots viz. Eastern Himalaya, Western Ghats and Indo-Burma
[12] The longest river of Peninsular India is:
A.
Narmada
B.
Godavari
C.
Mahanadi
D.
Cauvery
Ans:
Godavari
Explanation :
Godavari is the longest river of peninsular India. Godavari, also known as 'Dakshin Ganga' – the South Ganges, the second longest river of India after the Ganges, is the longest river of peninsular India.
[13] Convectional Rainfall occurs in:
A.
Equatorial region
B.
Temperate region
C.
Tropical region
D.
Polar region
Ans:
Equatorial region
Explanation :
The convectional rainfall is prevalent in equatorial regions. In these, the warm air rises up and expands then, reaches at a cooler layer and saturates, then condenses mainly in the form of cumulus or cumulonimbus clouds. In the equatorial regions, the precipitation due to convectional rainfall occurs in the afternoon
[14] `Darwin finches' refer to a group of:
A.
Fishes
B.
Lizards
C.
Birds
D.
Amphibians
Ans:
Birds
Explanation :
Darwin's finches (also known as the Galápagos finches) are a group of about 15 species of passerine birds. They are well known for their remarkable diversity in beak form and function. They are often classified as the subfamily Geospizinae or tribe Geospizini.
[15] Where has the world's largest monolithic statue of Buddha been installed?
A.
Bamiyan
B.
Hyderabad
C.
Kandy
D.
Lhasa
Ans:
Bamiyan
Explanation :
The world's largest Buddha's monolithic statue is situated at Bamiyan. The Buddha of Bamiyan had two stunning statues of Buddha built in fourth and fifth century which was located in Bamyan of Afghanistan. These were at a height of 2500 meters (8200 feet), on 230 kilometers (140 miles) northwest of Kabul.
[16] When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
A.
evaporation
B.
vaporisation
C.
diffusion
D.
sublimation
Ans:
evaporation
Explanation :
When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
[17] Clear nights are colder than cloudy nights because of:
A.
conduction
B.
condensation
C.
radiation
D.
insolation
Ans:
radiation
Explanation :
Cloudless nights are colder because the nights that have clouds provide a blanket for the earth and trap some of the hot day air where as the cloudless nights have no protection so all the hot air rises up into the sky.
[18] What is 'Teletext'?
A.
Flashing of telephone conversation on TV screen.
B.
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
C.
Connecting the local telephone with outstation telephones without STD codes.
D.
Flashing of the text of news and information on the TV screen.
Ans:
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
Explanation :
Teletext,or broadcast teletext, is a videotex standard for displaying text and rudimentary graphics on suitably equipped television sets. Teletext sends data in the broadcast signal, hidden in the invisible vertical blank interrupt area at the top and bottom of the screen. The teletext decoder in the television buffers this information as a series of "pages", each given a number. The user can display chosen pages using their remote control.
[19] The Presidential Government operates on the principle of:
A.
Division of Powers between Centre and States
B.
Centralization of Powers
C.
Balance of Powers
D.
Separation of Powers
Ans:
Separation of Powers
Explanation :
The parliamentary system is based on the principle of cooperation and coordination between the legislative and executive organs while the presidential system is based on the doctrine of separation of powers between the two organs.
[20] The tissue in man where no cell division occurs after birth is -
A.
skeletal
B.
nerves
C.
connective
D.
germinal
Ans:
nerves
Explanation :
Cell division is the process by which cells produce new cells. Cell division differs in prokaryotes (bacteria) and eukaryotes (protists, fungi, plants, & animals). Some tissues must be repaired often such as the lining of gut, white blood cells, skin cells with a short lifespan. Other cells do not divide at all after birth such as muscle & nerve.
[21] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariat in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Bakers
C.
Robert Tor Tussell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Sir Edward Lutyens
Explanation :
Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, was an English architect known for imaginatively adapting traditional architectural styles to the requirements of his era. He designed many English country houses, war memorials and public buildings. In his biography, the writer Christopher Hussey wrote, "In his lifetime (Lutyens) was widely held to be our greatest architect since Wren if not, as many maintained, his superior". The architectural historian Gavin Stamp described him as "surely the greatest British architect of the twentieth (or of any other) century".
[22] In Shivaji's Council of Ministers the Prime Minister was called -
A.
Peshwa
B.
Sachiv
C.
Mantri
D.
Samanta
Ans:
Peshwa
Explanation :
A Peshwa was a Prime Minister of Maratha Empire of the Indian subcontinent. Originally, the Peshwas served as subordinates to the Chhatrapati (the Maratha king), later they became the leaders of the Maratha Confederacy, and the Chhatrapati became a nominal ruler.
[23] Which two countries were involved in a Hundred Years War?
A.
Turkey and Austria
B.
England and France
C.
Palestine and Israel
D.
Germany and Russia
Ans:
England and France
Explanation :
The Hundred Years' War was fought between France and England during the late Middle Ages. It lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The war started because Charles IV of France died in 1328 without an immediate male heir (i.e., a son or younger brother)
[24] Currency notes of Rs.2 denomination and above are liabilities of:
A.
Government of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
State Bank of India
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.
[25] Who were the three eminent statesmen who started the Non-aligned Movement?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Anwar Sadat, Soekarno
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Chou Enlai, Kwame Nkrumah
C.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Fidel Castro, Marshal Tito
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
Antigens are the substance that when introduced into the body stimulates the production of an antibody. Antigens include toxins, bacteria, foreign blood cells, and the cells of transplanted organs. Antigens can also react with formed antibodies.
[10] Electron microscope was invented by -
A.
Knoll and Ruska
B.
Robert Koch
C.
Leeuwenhock
D.
C.P. Swanson
Ans:
Knoll and Ruska
Explanation :
The first prototype electron microscope, capable of four-hundred-power magnification, was developed in 1931 by the physicist Ernst Ruska and the electrical engineer Max Knoll. The apparatus was the first practical demonstration of the principles of electron microscopy.
[11] Which one among the following is a `hot spot' for biological diversity in India?
A.
Western Ghats
B.
Sundarbans
C.
Chilika Lagoon
D.
Eastern Ghats
Ans:
Western Ghats
Explanation :
India shares its territories into three biodiversity hotspots viz. Eastern Himalaya, Western Ghats and Indo-Burma
[12] The longest river of Peninsular India is:
A.
Narmada
B.
Godavari
C.
Mahanadi
D.
Cauvery
Ans:
Godavari
Explanation :
Godavari is the longest river of peninsular India. Godavari, also known as 'Dakshin Ganga' – the South Ganges, the second longest river of India after the Ganges, is the longest river of peninsular India.
[13] Convectional Rainfall occurs in:
A.
Equatorial region
B.
Temperate region
C.
Tropical region
D.
Polar region
Ans:
Equatorial region
Explanation :
The convectional rainfall is prevalent in equatorial regions. In these, the warm air rises up and expands then, reaches at a cooler layer and saturates, then condenses mainly in the form of cumulus or cumulonimbus clouds. In the equatorial regions, the precipitation due to convectional rainfall occurs in the afternoon
[14] `Darwin finches' refer to a group of:
A.
Fishes
B.
Lizards
C.
Birds
D.
Amphibians
Ans:
Birds
Explanation :
Darwin's finches (also known as the Galápagos finches) are a group of about 15 species of passerine birds. They are well known for their remarkable diversity in beak form and function. They are often classified as the subfamily Geospizinae or tribe Geospizini.
[15] Where has the world's largest monolithic statue of Buddha been installed?
A.
Bamiyan
B.
Hyderabad
C.
Kandy
D.
Lhasa
Ans:
Bamiyan
Explanation :
The world's largest Buddha's monolithic statue is situated at Bamiyan. The Buddha of Bamiyan had two stunning statues of Buddha built in fourth and fifth century which was located in Bamyan of Afghanistan. These were at a height of 2500 meters (8200 feet), on 230 kilometers (140 miles) northwest of Kabul.
[16] When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
A.
evaporation
B.
vaporisation
C.
diffusion
D.
sublimation
Ans:
evaporation
Explanation :
When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
[17] Clear nights are colder than cloudy nights because of:
A.
conduction
B.
condensation
C.
radiation
D.
insolation
Ans:
radiation
Explanation :
Cloudless nights are colder because the nights that have clouds provide a blanket for the earth and trap some of the hot day air where as the cloudless nights have no protection so all the hot air rises up into the sky.
[18] What is 'Teletext'?
A.
Flashing of telephone conversation on TV screen.
B.
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
C.
Connecting the local telephone with outstation telephones without STD codes.
D.
Flashing of the text of news and information on the TV screen.
Ans:
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
Explanation :
Teletext,or broadcast teletext, is a videotex standard for displaying text and rudimentary graphics on suitably equipped television sets. Teletext sends data in the broadcast signal, hidden in the invisible vertical blank interrupt area at the top and bottom of the screen. The teletext decoder in the television buffers this information as a series of "pages", each given a number. The user can display chosen pages using their remote control.
[19] The Presidential Government operates on the principle of:
A.
Division of Powers between Centre and States
B.
Centralization of Powers
C.
Balance of Powers
D.
Separation of Powers
Ans:
Separation of Powers
Explanation :
The parliamentary system is based on the principle of cooperation and coordination between the legislative and executive organs while the presidential system is based on the doctrine of separation of powers between the two organs.
[20] The tissue in man where no cell division occurs after birth is -
A.
skeletal
B.
nerves
C.
connective
D.
germinal
Ans:
nerves
Explanation :
Cell division is the process by which cells produce new cells. Cell division differs in prokaryotes (bacteria) and eukaryotes (protists, fungi, plants, & animals). Some tissues must be repaired often such as the lining of gut, white blood cells, skin cells with a short lifespan. Other cells do not divide at all after birth such as muscle & nerve.
[21] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariat in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Bakers
C.
Robert Tor Tussell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Sir Edward Lutyens
Explanation :
Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, was an English architect known for imaginatively adapting traditional architectural styles to the requirements of his era. He designed many English country houses, war memorials and public buildings. In his biography, the writer Christopher Hussey wrote, "In his lifetime (Lutyens) was widely held to be our greatest architect since Wren if not, as many maintained, his superior". The architectural historian Gavin Stamp described him as "surely the greatest British architect of the twentieth (or of any other) century".
[22] In Shivaji's Council of Ministers the Prime Minister was called -
A.
Peshwa
B.
Sachiv
C.
Mantri
D.
Samanta
Ans:
Peshwa
Explanation :
A Peshwa was a Prime Minister of Maratha Empire of the Indian subcontinent. Originally, the Peshwas served as subordinates to the Chhatrapati (the Maratha king), later they became the leaders of the Maratha Confederacy, and the Chhatrapati became a nominal ruler.
[23] Which two countries were involved in a Hundred Years War?
A.
Turkey and Austria
B.
England and France
C.
Palestine and Israel
D.
Germany and Russia
Ans:
England and France
Explanation :
The Hundred Years' War was fought between France and England during the late Middle Ages. It lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The war started because Charles IV of France died in 1328 without an immediate male heir (i.e., a son or younger brother)
[24] Currency notes of Rs.2 denomination and above are liabilities of:
A.
Government of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
State Bank of India
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.
[25] Who were the three eminent statesmen who started the Non-aligned Movement?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Anwar Sadat, Soekarno
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Chou Enlai, Kwame Nkrumah
C.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Fidel Castro, Marshal Tito
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
India shares its territories into three biodiversity hotspots viz. Eastern Himalaya, Western Ghats and Indo-Burma
[12] The longest river of Peninsular India is:
A.
Narmada
B.
Godavari
C.
Mahanadi
D.
Cauvery
Ans:
Godavari
Explanation :
Godavari is the longest river of peninsular India. Godavari, also known as 'Dakshin Ganga' – the South Ganges, the second longest river of India after the Ganges, is the longest river of peninsular India.
[13] Convectional Rainfall occurs in:
A.
Equatorial region
B.
Temperate region
C.
Tropical region
D.
Polar region
Ans:
Equatorial region
Explanation :
The convectional rainfall is prevalent in equatorial regions. In these, the warm air rises up and expands then, reaches at a cooler layer and saturates, then condenses mainly in the form of cumulus or cumulonimbus clouds. In the equatorial regions, the precipitation due to convectional rainfall occurs in the afternoon
[14] `Darwin finches' refer to a group of:
A.
Fishes
B.
Lizards
C.
Birds
D.
Amphibians
Ans:
Birds
Explanation :
Darwin's finches (also known as the Galápagos finches) are a group of about 15 species of passerine birds. They are well known for their remarkable diversity in beak form and function. They are often classified as the subfamily Geospizinae or tribe Geospizini.
[15] Where has the world's largest monolithic statue of Buddha been installed?
A.
Bamiyan
B.
Hyderabad
C.
Kandy
D.
Lhasa
Ans:
Bamiyan
Explanation :
The world's largest Buddha's monolithic statue is situated at Bamiyan. The Buddha of Bamiyan had two stunning statues of Buddha built in fourth and fifth century which was located in Bamyan of Afghanistan. These were at a height of 2500 meters (8200 feet), on 230 kilometers (140 miles) northwest of Kabul.
[16] When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
A.
evaporation
B.
vaporisation
C.
diffusion
D.
sublimation
Ans:
evaporation
Explanation :
When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
[17] Clear nights are colder than cloudy nights because of:
A.
conduction
B.
condensation
C.
radiation
D.
insolation
Ans:
radiation
Explanation :
Cloudless nights are colder because the nights that have clouds provide a blanket for the earth and trap some of the hot day air where as the cloudless nights have no protection so all the hot air rises up into the sky.
[18] What is 'Teletext'?
A.
Flashing of telephone conversation on TV screen.
B.
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
C.
Connecting the local telephone with outstation telephones without STD codes.
D.
Flashing of the text of news and information on the TV screen.
Ans:
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
Explanation :
Teletext,or broadcast teletext, is a videotex standard for displaying text and rudimentary graphics on suitably equipped television sets. Teletext sends data in the broadcast signal, hidden in the invisible vertical blank interrupt area at the top and bottom of the screen. The teletext decoder in the television buffers this information as a series of "pages", each given a number. The user can display chosen pages using their remote control.
[19] The Presidential Government operates on the principle of:
A.
Division of Powers between Centre and States
B.
Centralization of Powers
C.
Balance of Powers
D.
Separation of Powers
Ans:
Separation of Powers
Explanation :
The parliamentary system is based on the principle of cooperation and coordination between the legislative and executive organs while the presidential system is based on the doctrine of separation of powers between the two organs.
[20] The tissue in man where no cell division occurs after birth is -
A.
skeletal
B.
nerves
C.
connective
D.
germinal
Ans:
nerves
Explanation :
Cell division is the process by which cells produce new cells. Cell division differs in prokaryotes (bacteria) and eukaryotes (protists, fungi, plants, & animals). Some tissues must be repaired often such as the lining of gut, white blood cells, skin cells with a short lifespan. Other cells do not divide at all after birth such as muscle & nerve.
[21] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariat in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Bakers
C.
Robert Tor Tussell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Sir Edward Lutyens
Explanation :
Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, was an English architect known for imaginatively adapting traditional architectural styles to the requirements of his era. He designed many English country houses, war memorials and public buildings. In his biography, the writer Christopher Hussey wrote, "In his lifetime (Lutyens) was widely held to be our greatest architect since Wren if not, as many maintained, his superior". The architectural historian Gavin Stamp described him as "surely the greatest British architect of the twentieth (or of any other) century".
[22] In Shivaji's Council of Ministers the Prime Minister was called -
A.
Peshwa
B.
Sachiv
C.
Mantri
D.
Samanta
Ans:
Peshwa
Explanation :
A Peshwa was a Prime Minister of Maratha Empire of the Indian subcontinent. Originally, the Peshwas served as subordinates to the Chhatrapati (the Maratha king), later they became the leaders of the Maratha Confederacy, and the Chhatrapati became a nominal ruler.
[23] Which two countries were involved in a Hundred Years War?
A.
Turkey and Austria
B.
England and France
C.
Palestine and Israel
D.
Germany and Russia
Ans:
England and France
Explanation :
The Hundred Years' War was fought between France and England during the late Middle Ages. It lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The war started because Charles IV of France died in 1328 without an immediate male heir (i.e., a son or younger brother)
[24] Currency notes of Rs.2 denomination and above are liabilities of:
A.
Government of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
State Bank of India
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.
[25] Who were the three eminent statesmen who started the Non-aligned Movement?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Anwar Sadat, Soekarno
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Chou Enlai, Kwame Nkrumah
C.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Fidel Castro, Marshal Tito
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
The convectional rainfall is prevalent in equatorial regions. In these, the warm air rises up and expands then, reaches at a cooler layer and saturates, then condenses mainly in the form of cumulus or cumulonimbus clouds. In the equatorial regions, the precipitation due to convectional rainfall occurs in the afternoon
[14] `Darwin finches' refer to a group of:
A.
Fishes
B.
Lizards
C.
Birds
D.
Amphibians
Ans:
Birds
Explanation :
Darwin's finches (also known as the Galápagos finches) are a group of about 15 species of passerine birds. They are well known for their remarkable diversity in beak form and function. They are often classified as the subfamily Geospizinae or tribe Geospizini.
[15] Where has the world's largest monolithic statue of Buddha been installed?
A.
Bamiyan
B.
Hyderabad
C.
Kandy
D.
Lhasa
Ans:
Bamiyan
Explanation :
The world's largest Buddha's monolithic statue is situated at Bamiyan. The Buddha of Bamiyan had two stunning statues of Buddha built in fourth and fifth century which was located in Bamyan of Afghanistan. These were at a height of 2500 meters (8200 feet), on 230 kilometers (140 miles) northwest of Kabul.
[16] When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
A.
evaporation
B.
vaporisation
C.
diffusion
D.
sublimation
Ans:
evaporation
Explanation :
When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
[17] Clear nights are colder than cloudy nights because of:
A.
conduction
B.
condensation
C.
radiation
D.
insolation
Ans:
radiation
Explanation :
Cloudless nights are colder because the nights that have clouds provide a blanket for the earth and trap some of the hot day air where as the cloudless nights have no protection so all the hot air rises up into the sky.
[18] What is 'Teletext'?
A.
Flashing of telephone conversation on TV screen.
B.
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
C.
Connecting the local telephone with outstation telephones without STD codes.
D.
Flashing of the text of news and information on the TV screen.
Ans:
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
Explanation :
Teletext,or broadcast teletext, is a videotex standard for displaying text and rudimentary graphics on suitably equipped television sets. Teletext sends data in the broadcast signal, hidden in the invisible vertical blank interrupt area at the top and bottom of the screen. The teletext decoder in the television buffers this information as a series of "pages", each given a number. The user can display chosen pages using their remote control.
[19] The Presidential Government operates on the principle of:
A.
Division of Powers between Centre and States
B.
Centralization of Powers
C.
Balance of Powers
D.
Separation of Powers
Ans:
Separation of Powers
Explanation :
The parliamentary system is based on the principle of cooperation and coordination between the legislative and executive organs while the presidential system is based on the doctrine of separation of powers between the two organs.
[20] The tissue in man where no cell division occurs after birth is -
A.
skeletal
B.
nerves
C.
connective
D.
germinal
Ans:
nerves
Explanation :
Cell division is the process by which cells produce new cells. Cell division differs in prokaryotes (bacteria) and eukaryotes (protists, fungi, plants, & animals). Some tissues must be repaired often such as the lining of gut, white blood cells, skin cells with a short lifespan. Other cells do not divide at all after birth such as muscle & nerve.
[21] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariat in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Bakers
C.
Robert Tor Tussell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Sir Edward Lutyens
Explanation :
Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, was an English architect known for imaginatively adapting traditional architectural styles to the requirements of his era. He designed many English country houses, war memorials and public buildings. In his biography, the writer Christopher Hussey wrote, "In his lifetime (Lutyens) was widely held to be our greatest architect since Wren if not, as many maintained, his superior". The architectural historian Gavin Stamp described him as "surely the greatest British architect of the twentieth (or of any other) century".
[22] In Shivaji's Council of Ministers the Prime Minister was called -
A.
Peshwa
B.
Sachiv
C.
Mantri
D.
Samanta
Ans:
Peshwa
Explanation :
A Peshwa was a Prime Minister of Maratha Empire of the Indian subcontinent. Originally, the Peshwas served as subordinates to the Chhatrapati (the Maratha king), later they became the leaders of the Maratha Confederacy, and the Chhatrapati became a nominal ruler.
[23] Which two countries were involved in a Hundred Years War?
A.
Turkey and Austria
B.
England and France
C.
Palestine and Israel
D.
Germany and Russia
Ans:
England and France
Explanation :
The Hundred Years' War was fought between France and England during the late Middle Ages. It lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The war started because Charles IV of France died in 1328 without an immediate male heir (i.e., a son or younger brother)
[24] Currency notes of Rs.2 denomination and above are liabilities of:
A.
Government of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
State Bank of India
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.
[25] Who were the three eminent statesmen who started the Non-aligned Movement?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Anwar Sadat, Soekarno
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Chou Enlai, Kwame Nkrumah
C.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Fidel Castro, Marshal Tito
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
The world's largest Buddha's monolithic statue is situated at Bamiyan. The Buddha of Bamiyan had two stunning statues of Buddha built in fourth and fifth century which was located in Bamyan of Afghanistan. These were at a height of 2500 meters (8200 feet), on 230 kilometers (140 miles) northwest of Kabul.
[16] When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
A.
evaporation
B.
vaporisation
C.
diffusion
D.
sublimation
Ans:
evaporation
Explanation :
When a bottle of scent is kept open in a corner of a room its odour is felt in all parts of the room. This is due to the phenomenon of:
[17] Clear nights are colder than cloudy nights because of:
A.
conduction
B.
condensation
C.
radiation
D.
insolation
Ans:
radiation
Explanation :
Cloudless nights are colder because the nights that have clouds provide a blanket for the earth and trap some of the hot day air where as the cloudless nights have no protection so all the hot air rises up into the sky.
[18] What is 'Teletext'?
A.
Flashing of telephone conversation on TV screen.
B.
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
C.
Connecting the local telephone with outstation telephones without STD codes.
D.
Flashing of the text of news and information on the TV screen.
Ans:
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
Explanation :
Teletext,or broadcast teletext, is a videotex standard for displaying text and rudimentary graphics on suitably equipped television sets. Teletext sends data in the broadcast signal, hidden in the invisible vertical blank interrupt area at the top and bottom of the screen. The teletext decoder in the television buffers this information as a series of "pages", each given a number. The user can display chosen pages using their remote control.
[19] The Presidential Government operates on the principle of:
A.
Division of Powers between Centre and States
B.
Centralization of Powers
C.
Balance of Powers
D.
Separation of Powers
Ans:
Separation of Powers
Explanation :
The parliamentary system is based on the principle of cooperation and coordination between the legislative and executive organs while the presidential system is based on the doctrine of separation of powers between the two organs.
[20] The tissue in man where no cell division occurs after birth is -
A.
skeletal
B.
nerves
C.
connective
D.
germinal
Ans:
nerves
Explanation :
Cell division is the process by which cells produce new cells. Cell division differs in prokaryotes (bacteria) and eukaryotes (protists, fungi, plants, & animals). Some tissues must be repaired often such as the lining of gut, white blood cells, skin cells with a short lifespan. Other cells do not divide at all after birth such as muscle & nerve.
[21] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariat in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Bakers
C.
Robert Tor Tussell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Sir Edward Lutyens
Explanation :
Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, was an English architect known for imaginatively adapting traditional architectural styles to the requirements of his era. He designed many English country houses, war memorials and public buildings. In his biography, the writer Christopher Hussey wrote, "In his lifetime (Lutyens) was widely held to be our greatest architect since Wren if not, as many maintained, his superior". The architectural historian Gavin Stamp described him as "surely the greatest British architect of the twentieth (or of any other) century".
[22] In Shivaji's Council of Ministers the Prime Minister was called -
A.
Peshwa
B.
Sachiv
C.
Mantri
D.
Samanta
Ans:
Peshwa
Explanation :
A Peshwa was a Prime Minister of Maratha Empire of the Indian subcontinent. Originally, the Peshwas served as subordinates to the Chhatrapati (the Maratha king), later they became the leaders of the Maratha Confederacy, and the Chhatrapati became a nominal ruler.
[23] Which two countries were involved in a Hundred Years War?
A.
Turkey and Austria
B.
England and France
C.
Palestine and Israel
D.
Germany and Russia
Ans:
England and France
Explanation :
The Hundred Years' War was fought between France and England during the late Middle Ages. It lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The war started because Charles IV of France died in 1328 without an immediate male heir (i.e., a son or younger brother)
[24] Currency notes of Rs.2 denomination and above are liabilities of:
A.
Government of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
State Bank of India
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.
[25] Who were the three eminent statesmen who started the Non-aligned Movement?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Anwar Sadat, Soekarno
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Chou Enlai, Kwame Nkrumah
C.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Fidel Castro, Marshal Tito
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
Cloudless nights are colder because the nights that have clouds provide a blanket for the earth and trap some of the hot day air where as the cloudless nights have no protection so all the hot air rises up into the sky.
[18] What is 'Teletext'?
A.
Flashing of telephone conversation on TV screen.
B.
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
C.
Connecting the local telephone with outstation telephones without STD codes.
D.
Flashing of the text of news and information on the TV screen.
Ans:
Printing the text of the message on the telex machine.
Explanation :
Teletext,or broadcast teletext, is a videotex standard for displaying text and rudimentary graphics on suitably equipped television sets. Teletext sends data in the broadcast signal, hidden in the invisible vertical blank interrupt area at the top and bottom of the screen. The teletext decoder in the television buffers this information as a series of "pages", each given a number. The user can display chosen pages using their remote control.
[19] The Presidential Government operates on the principle of:
A.
Division of Powers between Centre and States
B.
Centralization of Powers
C.
Balance of Powers
D.
Separation of Powers
Ans:
Separation of Powers
Explanation :
The parliamentary system is based on the principle of cooperation and coordination between the legislative and executive organs while the presidential system is based on the doctrine of separation of powers between the two organs.
[20] The tissue in man where no cell division occurs after birth is -
A.
skeletal
B.
nerves
C.
connective
D.
germinal
Ans:
nerves
Explanation :
Cell division is the process by which cells produce new cells. Cell division differs in prokaryotes (bacteria) and eukaryotes (protists, fungi, plants, & animals). Some tissues must be repaired often such as the lining of gut, white blood cells, skin cells with a short lifespan. Other cells do not divide at all after birth such as muscle & nerve.
[21] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariat in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Bakers
C.
Robert Tor Tussell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Sir Edward Lutyens
Explanation :
Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, was an English architect known for imaginatively adapting traditional architectural styles to the requirements of his era. He designed many English country houses, war memorials and public buildings. In his biography, the writer Christopher Hussey wrote, "In his lifetime (Lutyens) was widely held to be our greatest architect since Wren if not, as many maintained, his superior". The architectural historian Gavin Stamp described him as "surely the greatest British architect of the twentieth (or of any other) century".
[22] In Shivaji's Council of Ministers the Prime Minister was called -
A.
Peshwa
B.
Sachiv
C.
Mantri
D.
Samanta
Ans:
Peshwa
Explanation :
A Peshwa was a Prime Minister of Maratha Empire of the Indian subcontinent. Originally, the Peshwas served as subordinates to the Chhatrapati (the Maratha king), later they became the leaders of the Maratha Confederacy, and the Chhatrapati became a nominal ruler.
[23] Which two countries were involved in a Hundred Years War?
A.
Turkey and Austria
B.
England and France
C.
Palestine and Israel
D.
Germany and Russia
Ans:
England and France
Explanation :
The Hundred Years' War was fought between France and England during the late Middle Ages. It lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The war started because Charles IV of France died in 1328 without an immediate male heir (i.e., a son or younger brother)
[24] Currency notes of Rs.2 denomination and above are liabilities of:
A.
Government of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
State Bank of India
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.
[25] Who were the three eminent statesmen who started the Non-aligned Movement?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Anwar Sadat, Soekarno
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Chou Enlai, Kwame Nkrumah
C.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Fidel Castro, Marshal Tito
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
The parliamentary system is based on the principle of cooperation and coordination between the legislative and executive organs while the presidential system is based on the doctrine of separation of powers between the two organs.
[20] The tissue in man where no cell division occurs after birth is -
A.
skeletal
B.
nerves
C.
connective
D.
germinal
Ans:
nerves
Explanation :
Cell division is the process by which cells produce new cells. Cell division differs in prokaryotes (bacteria) and eukaryotes (protists, fungi, plants, & animals). Some tissues must be repaired often such as the lining of gut, white blood cells, skin cells with a short lifespan. Other cells do not divide at all after birth such as muscle & nerve.
[21] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariat in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Bakers
C.
Robert Tor Tussell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Sir Edward Lutyens
Explanation :
Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, was an English architect known for imaginatively adapting traditional architectural styles to the requirements of his era. He designed many English country houses, war memorials and public buildings. In his biography, the writer Christopher Hussey wrote, "In his lifetime (Lutyens) was widely held to be our greatest architect since Wren if not, as many maintained, his superior". The architectural historian Gavin Stamp described him as "surely the greatest British architect of the twentieth (or of any other) century".
[22] In Shivaji's Council of Ministers the Prime Minister was called -
A.
Peshwa
B.
Sachiv
C.
Mantri
D.
Samanta
Ans:
Peshwa
Explanation :
A Peshwa was a Prime Minister of Maratha Empire of the Indian subcontinent. Originally, the Peshwas served as subordinates to the Chhatrapati (the Maratha king), later they became the leaders of the Maratha Confederacy, and the Chhatrapati became a nominal ruler.
[23] Which two countries were involved in a Hundred Years War?
A.
Turkey and Austria
B.
England and France
C.
Palestine and Israel
D.
Germany and Russia
Ans:
England and France
Explanation :
The Hundred Years' War was fought between France and England during the late Middle Ages. It lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The war started because Charles IV of France died in 1328 without an immediate male heir (i.e., a son or younger brother)
[24] Currency notes of Rs.2 denomination and above are liabilities of:
A.
Government of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
State Bank of India
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.
[25] Who were the three eminent statesmen who started the Non-aligned Movement?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Anwar Sadat, Soekarno
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Chou Enlai, Kwame Nkrumah
C.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Fidel Castro, Marshal Tito
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
Sir Edwin Landseer Lutyens, was an English architect known for imaginatively adapting traditional architectural styles to the requirements of his era. He designed many English country houses, war memorials and public buildings. In his biography, the writer Christopher Hussey wrote, "In his lifetime (Lutyens) was widely held to be our greatest architect since Wren if not, as many maintained, his superior". The architectural historian Gavin Stamp described him as "surely the greatest British architect of the twentieth (or of any other) century".
[22] In Shivaji's Council of Ministers the Prime Minister was called -
A.
Peshwa
B.
Sachiv
C.
Mantri
D.
Samanta
Ans:
Peshwa
Explanation :
A Peshwa was a Prime Minister of Maratha Empire of the Indian subcontinent. Originally, the Peshwas served as subordinates to the Chhatrapati (the Maratha king), later they became the leaders of the Maratha Confederacy, and the Chhatrapati became a nominal ruler.
[23] Which two countries were involved in a Hundred Years War?
A.
Turkey and Austria
B.
England and France
C.
Palestine and Israel
D.
Germany and Russia
Ans:
England and France
Explanation :
The Hundred Years' War was fought between France and England during the late Middle Ages. It lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The war started because Charles IV of France died in 1328 without an immediate male heir (i.e., a son or younger brother)
[24] Currency notes of Rs.2 denomination and above are liabilities of:
A.
Government of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
State Bank of India
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.
[25] Who were the three eminent statesmen who started the Non-aligned Movement?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Anwar Sadat, Soekarno
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Chou Enlai, Kwame Nkrumah
C.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Fidel Castro, Marshal Tito
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
The Hundred Years' War was fought between France and England during the late Middle Ages. It lasted 116 years from 1337 to 1453. The war started because Charles IV of France died in 1328 without an immediate male heir (i.e., a son or younger brother)
[24] Currency notes of Rs.2 denomination and above are liabilities of:
A.
Government of India
B.
Reserve Bank of India
C.
State Bank of India
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Reserve Bank of India
Explanation :
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank, which controls the issue and supply of the Indian rupee. RBI is the regulator of entire Banking in India.
[25] Who were the three eminent statesmen who started the Non-aligned Movement?
A.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Anwar Sadat, Soekarno
B.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Chou Enlai, Kwame Nkrumah
C.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Fidel Castro, Marshal Tito
D.
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Ans:
Jawaharlal Nehru, Gamal Abdul Nasser, Marshal Tito
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
The 'Non Aligned Movement' was founded in 1961. The prominent leaders were Jawahar lal Nehru (india), Gamal Abdul Navser (Egypt), Marshal Tito (Yugoslavia), kwame Nkrumah (Ghana) and Sukarno (Indonesia).
[26] Who are Mohajirs?
A.
Minority Ahmadia Muslisms of Pakistan
B.
Tribesmen of North west Frontier Province
C.
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
D.
Pakistanis of Sindh region
Ans:
Muslims of undivided India from the part now outside Pakistan but opted to live in Pakistan
Explanation :
The Muhajir people (also spelled Mahajir and Mohajir) are Muslim immigrants, of multi-ethnic origin, and their descendants, who migrated from various regions of India to Pakistan, after the independence of Pakistan.
[27] Ikebana is a Japanese form of:
A.
modern painting
B.
martial art
C.
flower arrangement
D.
agricultural practice
Ans:
flower arrangement
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is also known as Kadō. The tradition dates back to the 7th century when floral offerings were made at altars. Later, they were placed in the tokonoma of a home.
[28] Who is known as the 'Lady with the Lamp'?
A.
Sarojini Naidu
B.
Joan of Arc
C.
Mother Teresa
D.
Florence Nightingale
Ans:
Florence Nightingale
Explanation :
Florence Nightingale is known as Lady With the Lamp. During the Crimean War Florence Nightingale organized a corps of nurses to care for soldiers, thus beginning her foray into the world of medical care and treatment.
[29] The Government of which State has instituted the ‘Tansen Samman'?
A.
Uttar Pradesh
B.
Madhya Pradesh
C.
Gujarat
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Madhya Pradesh
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
Instituted by the Government of Madhya Pradesh in 1980, Tansen award is presented every year for excellence in Hindustani classical music. It is presented during the Tansen Samaroh at Gwalior.
[30] In which State the folk painting `Madhubani' is popular?
A.
West Bengal
B.
Orissa
C.
Bihar
D.
Assam
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
Madhubani painting or Mithila painting is a style of Hindu Painting, practiced in the Mithila region of Nepal and in Indian States of Bihar. Painting is done with fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks, using natural dyes and pigments, and is characterized by eye-catching geometrical patterns.
[31] Under the minimum reserve system, the Reserve Bank of India as the sole authority of note issue is required to maintain assets worth not less than -
A.
115 crores of rupees
B.
85 crores of rupees
C.
200 crores of rupees
D.
210 crores of rupees
Ans:
200 crores of rupees
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
To maintain the adequate supply of money in the economy the RBI prints the money as per the Minimum Reserve System. Under the Minimum Reserve System, the RBI has to keep a minimum reserve of Rs 200 crore comprising of gold coin and gold bullion and foreign currencies.
[32] Which from the following territories does NOT have a border with Mizoram?
A.
Nagaland
B.
Myanmar
C.
Assam
D.
Tripura
Ans:
Nagaland
Explanation :
Nagaland is a state in Northeast India. It borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh and part of Assam to the north, Burma to the east, and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima, and the largest city is Dimapur.
[33] What is the distance between the popping crease and the stumps on a cricket pitch?
A.
21/2 feet
B.
3 feet
C.
31/2 feet
D.
4 feet
Ans:
4 feet
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
The popping (batting) crease is marked 1.22m in front of the stumps at either end, with the stumps set along the bowling crease. The return creases are marked at right angles to the popping and bowling creases and are measured 1.32m either side of the middle stumps.
[34] Why did the Supreme Court, in their judgment of September 2003, hold that privatization of HPCL and BPCL was not permissible?
A.
Due process of law for disinvestment had not been followed.
B.
It is against the interest of the capital asset in the form of their employees.
C.
It had not been recommended by the Disinvestment Commission.
D.
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Ans:
It is in conflict with the statues that created HPCL and BPCL.
Explanation :
It is further submitted that disinvestments in HPCL and BPCL could result in ... Government share holding in these companies; that, there is no other statutory ... Preamble, though does not control the statute, is an admissible aid to construction thereof. September 16, 2003.
[35] According to the UN convention on the rights of the child which amidst the following is NOT a right?
A.
Social security
B.
Employment
C.
Protection from exploitation
D.
Education
Ans:
Employment
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
Employment is a relationship between two parties, usually based on a contract where work is paid for, where one party, which may be a corporation, for profit, .
[36] Who amongst the following facilitated the development of MRI as an important diagnostic tool and for that won a Nobel Prize?
A.
Sydney Brenner
B.
Paul C. Lauterbur
C.
John E. sulton
D.
H. Robert Horvitz
Ans:
Paul C. Lauterbur
Explanation :
Paul Christian Lauterbur (May 6, 1929 – March 27, 2007) was an American chemist who shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2003 with Peter Mansfield for his work which made the development of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
[37] Match the Dams and the States in which they are situated : Dam State (a) Tungabhadra 1. Kerala (b) Lower Bhawani 2. Kerala (c) Idukki 3. Andhra Pradesh (d) Nagarjuna Sagar 4. Tamil Nadu (a) (b) (c) (d)
A.
3 2 4 1
B.
2 4 3 1
C.
4 3 1 2
D.
1 4 2 3
Ans:
4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
0
[38] What is the maximum time interval permitted between two sessions of Parliament?
A.
4 months
B.
6 months
C.
8 months
D.
9 months
Ans:
6 months
Explanation :
The maximum gap between the two session of parliament is less than 6 month. The the day on which parliament session ends the next session should be held before completion of 6 month of last session.
[39] When did India win a gold medal in football in an international tournament last?
A.
1951 Delhi Asiad
B.
1962 Jakarta Asiad
C.
1964 Merdeka Cup, Kualaumpur
D.
1970 Merdeka Cup, Kualalumpur
Ans:
1962 Jakarta Asiad
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
India managed to win the football competition of the South Asian Games in 1985 and then again won the gold medal in 1987. The team then began the 1990s by winning the inaugural SAFF Championship in 1993
[40] Which amidst the following taxes collected by the Union is NOT mandated to be assigned to the States?
A.
Terminal taxes on goods' or passengers carried by railway, sea or air.
B.
Taxes on railway fares and freights.
C.
Taxes on consignment of goods.
D.
Service Tax.
Ans:
Service Tax.
Explanation :
Central Board of Excise and Customs (CBEC) is a part of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It deals with the tasks
[41] Which from the following rivers does NOT originate in Indian territory?
A.
Godavari
B.
Jhelum
C.
Ravi
D.
Ghagra
Ans:
Ghagra
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
Ghaghara, also called Karnali is a perennial trans-boundary river originating on the Tibetan Plateau near Lake Manasarovar. It cuts through the Himalayas
[42] Arrange the following events in the chronological order: (a) Sir Winston Churchill dies (b) Alaska becomes the 49th State of the USA (c) China and Pakistan sign frontier treaty (d) First earth satellite (Sputnik 1) launched by the USSR
A.
(a) (b) (c) (d)
B.
(d) (b) (c) (a)
C.
(b) (c) (a) (d)
D.
(c) (d) (b) (a)
Ans:
(d) (b) (c) (a)
Explanation :
0
[43] Which in the following is a stringed instrument?
A.
Mridangam
B.
Tabla
C.
Shehnai
D.
Santoor
Ans:
Santoor
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
The Indian santoor instrument is a trapezoid-shaped hammered dulcimer, and a variation of the Iranian Santur. The instrument is generally made of walnut and has 25 bridges. Each bridge has 4 strings, making for a total of 100 strings. It is a traditional instrument in Jammu and Kashmir, and dates back to ancient times.
[44] Speed of sound is the greatest in:
A.
Water
B.
Air
C.
Glass
D.
Glycerine
Ans:
Glass
Explanation :
Glass is a 2019 American psychological superhero thriller film written and directed by M. Night Shyamalan, who also produced with Jason Blum, Marc Bienstock, and Ashwin Rajan.
[45] A gas thermometer is more sensitive than a liquid thermometer because a gas:
A.
is lighter than liquid
B.
expands more than a liquid
C.
is easy to obtain
D.
does not change state easily
Ans:
expands more than a liquid
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
Gases are more sensitive to the temperature than liquids (such as mercury). That means gas expands more than the mercury for the same increase of temperature. Hence the gas thermometer is more sensitive than liquid (mercury) thermometer.
[46] Who is empowered to transfer a Judge from one High Court to another High Court?
A.
Chief Justice of India
B.
President of India
C.
Law Minister of India
D.
The Union Cabinet
Ans:
President of India
Explanation :
The President holds the authority of transferring judges from one High Court to another High Court. He carries this order after consultation with the Chief Justice of India.
[47] Which amidst the following sites/monuments in India is NOT on the UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages?
A.
Ellora Caves
B.
Kashi Viswanath Temple
C.
Qutab Minar
D.
Manas Wild-life Sanctuary
Ans:
Kashi Viswanath Temple
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[48] When was the mandate, that a candidate at an election should file with his nomination papers an affidavit recording the particulars of the spouse and the dependents, enforced at a general election for the first time?
A.
Assembly elections held in Madhya Pradesh/Chhatisgarh in December, 2003
B.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
C.
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
D.
Assembly elections held in Rajasthan/Delhi in r December 2003
Ans:
Assembly elections held in Himachal Pradesh in 2003
Explanation :
Elections for the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly in Himachal Pradesh state, India are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of India. The Assembly of Himachal Pradesh creates laws regarding the conduct of local body elections unilaterally while any changes by the state legislature for conduct of state level elections need to be approved by the Parliament of India. In addition, the state legislature may be dismissed by the Parliament according to Article 356 of the Indian Constitution and President's rule may be imposed.
[49] Which from the following is a land-locked sea?
A.
Red Sea
B.
Timor Sea
C.
North Sea
D.
Aral Sea
Ans:
Aral Sea
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.
Explanation :
The Aral Sea was an endorheic lake lying between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan The name roughly translates as "Sea of Islands", referring to over 1,100 islands
[50] In which year did the UN General-Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
A.
1945
B.
1948
C.
1952
D.
1955
Ans:
1948
Explanation :
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a historic document that was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly at its third session on 10 December 1948 as Resolution 217 at the Palais de Chaillot in Paris, France.