[1] Which is the purest form of iron?
A.
Steel
B.
Cast iron
C.
Pig iron
D.
Wrought iron
Ans:
Wrought iron
Explanation :
Wrought iron is an iron alloy with a very low carbon (less than 0.08%) content in contrast to cast iron (2.1% to 4%). It is a semi-fused mass of iron with fibrous slag inclusions (up to 2% by weight), which gives it a "grain" resembling wood that is visible when it is etched or bent to the point of failure
[2] Which of the following metals form an amalgam with other metals?
A.
Lead
B.
Tin
C.
Zinc
D.
Mercury
Ans:
Mercury
Explanation :
Mercury is a heavy, silvery-white liquid metal. Compared to other metals, it is a poor conductor of heat, but a fair conductor of electricity.
[3] The ideology of fascism developed in -
A.
Germany
B.
Japan
C.
Italy
D.
Russia
Ans:
Italy
Explanation :
Mussolini consolidated control over the Fascist movement in 1919 with the founding of the Fasci italiani dicombattimento, whose opposition to non-nationalistic socialism he declared: We declare war against socialism, not because it is socialism, but because it has opposed nationalism.
[4] Decisions of the Security Council on procedural matters shall be made by an affirmative votes of members.
A.
Eleven
B.
Ten
C.
Eight
D.
Nine
Ans:
Nine
Explanation :
Decisions of the Security Council on all other matters shall be made by an affirmative vote of nine members including the concurring votes of the permanent members; provided that, in decisions under Chapter VI, and under paragraph 3 of Article 52, a party to a dispute shall abstain from voting.
[5] Rate of interest is determined by -
A.
The rate of return on the capital invested
B.
Central Government
C.
Liquidity preference
D.
Commercial Banks
Ans:
Liquidity preference
Explanation :
In macroeconomic theory, liquidity preference is the demand for money, considered as liquidity. The concept was first developed by John Maynard Keynes in his book The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money (1936) to explain determination of the interest rate by the supply and demand for money
[6] Which 'of the following has not been a component of the agricultural strategy that brought about the Green Revolution?
A.
Greater intensity of cropping
B.
Guaranteed maximum prices
C.
New agricultural technology
D.
Package of inputs
Ans:
Guaranteed maximum prices
Explanation :
The Green Revolution in India was an effort to increase agricultural production with the help of industrial agriculture technologies, such as hybrid seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation. It was funded by the U.S. and Indian governments and the Ford and Rockefeller Foundations.
[7] Which of the following makes the skin layer impervious to water?
A.
Collagen
B.
Melanin
C.
Keratin
D.
Chitin
Ans:
Chitin
Explanation :
Chitin is a modified polysaccharide that contains nitrogen; it is synthesized from units of N-acetyl-D- glucosamine (to be precise, 2-(acetylamino)-2-deoxy-D-glucose). These units form covalent β-(1→4)- linkages (like the linkages between glucose units forming cellulose).
[8] Generally, the soil of the northern plains of India has been formed by -
A.
degradation
B.
Aggradation
C.
weathering in situ
D.
erosion
Ans:
Aggradation
Explanation :
A Gradation (or alluviation) is the term used in geology for the increase in land elevation, typically in a river system, due to the deposition of sediment. Aggradation occurs in areas in which the supply of sediment is greater than the amount of material that the system is able to transport.
[9] Two richest known sources of edible protein are –
A.
meat and eggs
B.
milk and vegetables
C.
soyabean and groundnut
D.
some type of algae and other micro-organisms
Ans:
soyabean and groundnut
Explanation :
Soybean, peanut, and cottonseed flours contain proteins of high nutritive value and offer an excellent means of supplying dietary protein to extend and partially replace protein foods of animal origin. These plant proteins are well adapted to enhance the nutritive value of the proteins of wheat flour.
[10] Which of the following pairs is incorrect?
A.
Isohytes - Humidity
B.
Isobars - Pressure
C.
Isohels - Sunshine
D.
Isotherms - Temperature
Ans:
Isohytes - Humidity
Explanation :
An isohyet is a line on a map which connects points that have the same amounts of precipitation in a given period or for a particular storm. An isohyet is a form of map contour line displaying precipitation.
[11] The term ‘Isoneph' indicates the lines of equal –
A.
cloudiness
B.
salinity
C.
rainfall
D.
pressure
Ans:
cloudiness
Explanation :
Definition of isoneph.: a line on a map connecting points that have the same average percentage of cloudiness.
[12] The soil which originate under tall-grass prairie vegetation is called -
A.
Black soils
B.
Chestnut soils
C.
Chernozem soils
D.
Terra rosa soils
Ans:
Chernozem soils
Explanation :
Chernozems (from the Russian words for “black earth”) are humus-rich grassland soils used extensively for growing cereals or for raising livestock. They are found in the middle latitudes of both hemispheres, in zones commonly termed prairie in North America, pampa in Argentina, and steppe in Asia or in eastern Europe.
[13] Which one of the following is the highest gravity dam in the world?
A.
Beas Darn
B.
Nangal Dam
C.
Bhakra Dam
D.
Hirakud Dam
Ans:
Bhakra Dam
Explanation :
Bhakra Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Sutlej River in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh in northern India. The dam forms the Gobind Sagar reservoir.
[14] Which is the world’s largest desert?
A.
Sahara
B.
Gobi
C.
Thar
D.
Takala Makan
Ans:
Sahara
Explanation :
The Sahara is a desert located on the African continent. It is the largest hot desert in the world, and the third largest desert overall after Antarctica and the Arctic.
[15] "Climate is extreme, rainfall is scanty, and the people used to be nomadic hoarders". For which region is this statement correct?
A.
African Savanna
B.
Central Asian Steppes
C.
Siberian Tundra
D.
North American Prairies
Ans:
Siberian Tundra
Explanation :
Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra. The Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra ecoregion is an ecoregion that broadly covers the Taymyr Peninsula in the Russian Far North. It ranges from the delta of the Yenisei River in the west, across the Taymyr Peninsula and Khatanga Gulf, to the Lena River delta in the east.
[16] Which of the following weeds has been found useful to check water pollution caused by industrial affluents?
A.
Parthenium
B.
Elephant grass
C.
Water hyacinth
D.
Both (a) and (b) above
Ans:
Both (a) and (b) above
Explanation :
0
[17] Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of-
A.
Air in a dispersion medium of water
B.
Fog in a dispersion medium of water
C.
Mist in a dispersion medium of air
D.
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Ans:
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Explanation :
No,cloud is a colloidal solution in which water is dispersed phase and and air is dispersing medium. Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of water drops in a dispersion medium of water. Clouds are formed when moist and warm air rises from the seas and cools as they reach the atmosphere.
[18] The fourth state of matter is known as -
A.
Gas
B.
Vapour
C.
Plasma
D.
Electrons
Ans:
Plasma
Explanation :
Plasma: the 4th State of Matter. A plasma is a hot ionized gas consisting of approximately equal numbers of positively charged ions and negatively charged electrons.
[19] Lamberts law is related to -
A.
Reflection
B.
Refraction
C.
Interference
D.
Illumination
Ans:
Interference
Explanation :
Lambert's law stated that the loss of light intensity when it propagates in a medium is directly proportional to intensity and path length.
[20] Which of the following laws validates the statement that matter can neither be created nor destroyed?
A.
Law of conservation of energy
B.
Le Chatelier's Principle
C.
Law of conservation of mass
D.
Law of osmosis
Ans:
Law of conservation of mass
Explanation :
The law of conservation of mass states that mass in an isolated system is neither created nor destroyed by chemical reactions or physical transformations. According to the law of conservation of mass, the mass of the products in a chemical reaction must equal the mass of the reactants.
[21] Decibel is the unit used for:
A.
Speed of light
B.
Intensity of heat
C.
Intensity of sound
D.
Radio wave frequency
Ans:
Intensity of sound
Explanation :
Sound intensity, also known as acoustic intensity, is defined as the power carried by sound waves per unit area in a direction perpendicular to that area. ... Sound intensity is not the same physical quantity as sound pressure. Human hearing is directly sensitive to sound pressure which is related to sound intensity
[22] Conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy occurs in -
A.
dynamos
B.
electric heaters
C.
battery
D.
atomic bombs
Ans:
battery
Explanation :
The chemical energy in food is converted by the body into mechanical energy and heat. The chemical energy in coal is converted into electrical energy at a power plant. The chemical energy in a battery can also supply electrical power by means of electrolysis.
[23] Which of the following is the petroleum wax?
A.
Bees wax
B.
Carnauba wax
C.
Paraffin wax
D.
Jojoba wax
Ans:
Paraffin wax
Explanation :
Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It's made from saturated hydrocarbons. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
[24] Which variety of coal contains recognizable traces of the original plant material?
A.
Anthracite
B.
Lignite
C.
Peat
D.
Bitumen
Ans:
Peat
Explanation :
Peat, also known as turf is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is unique to natural areas called peatlands, bogs, mires, moors, or muskegs.
[25] Who is author of the book 'Apprenticeship of a Mahatma' on which the film called 'The Making of the Mahatma' is based?
A.
Arundhati Roy
B.
Shyam Benegal
C.
Shobha De
D.
Fatima Meer
Ans:
Fatima Meer
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
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[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Wrought iron is an iron alloy with a very low carbon (less than 0.08%) content in contrast to cast iron (2.1% to 4%). It is a semi-fused mass of iron with fibrous slag inclusions (up to 2% by weight), which gives it a "grain" resembling wood that is visible when it is etched or bent to the point of failure
[2] Which of the following metals form an amalgam with other metals?
A.
Lead
B.
Tin
C.
Zinc
D.
Mercury
Ans:
Mercury
Explanation :
Mercury is a heavy, silvery-white liquid metal. Compared to other metals, it is a poor conductor of heat, but a fair conductor of electricity.
[3] The ideology of fascism developed in -
A.
Germany
B.
Japan
C.
Italy
D.
Russia
Ans:
Italy
Explanation :
Mussolini consolidated control over the Fascist movement in 1919 with the founding of the Fasci italiani dicombattimento, whose opposition to non-nationalistic socialism he declared: We declare war against socialism, not because it is socialism, but because it has opposed nationalism.
[4] Decisions of the Security Council on procedural matters shall be made by an affirmative votes of members.
A.
Eleven
B.
Ten
C.
Eight
D.
Nine
Ans:
Nine
Explanation :
Decisions of the Security Council on all other matters shall be made by an affirmative vote of nine members including the concurring votes of the permanent members; provided that, in decisions under Chapter VI, and under paragraph 3 of Article 52, a party to a dispute shall abstain from voting.
[5] Rate of interest is determined by -
A.
The rate of return on the capital invested
B.
Central Government
C.
Liquidity preference
D.
Commercial Banks
Ans:
Liquidity preference
Explanation :
In macroeconomic theory, liquidity preference is the demand for money, considered as liquidity. The concept was first developed by John Maynard Keynes in his book The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money (1936) to explain determination of the interest rate by the supply and demand for money
[6] Which 'of the following has not been a component of the agricultural strategy that brought about the Green Revolution?
A.
Greater intensity of cropping
B.
Guaranteed maximum prices
C.
New agricultural technology
D.
Package of inputs
Ans:
Guaranteed maximum prices
Explanation :
The Green Revolution in India was an effort to increase agricultural production with the help of industrial agriculture technologies, such as hybrid seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation. It was funded by the U.S. and Indian governments and the Ford and Rockefeller Foundations.
[7] Which of the following makes the skin layer impervious to water?
A.
Collagen
B.
Melanin
C.
Keratin
D.
Chitin
Ans:
Chitin
Explanation :
Chitin is a modified polysaccharide that contains nitrogen; it is synthesized from units of N-acetyl-D- glucosamine (to be precise, 2-(acetylamino)-2-deoxy-D-glucose). These units form covalent β-(1→4)- linkages (like the linkages between glucose units forming cellulose).
[8] Generally, the soil of the northern plains of India has been formed by -
A.
degradation
B.
Aggradation
C.
weathering in situ
D.
erosion
Ans:
Aggradation
Explanation :
A Gradation (or alluviation) is the term used in geology for the increase in land elevation, typically in a river system, due to the deposition of sediment. Aggradation occurs in areas in which the supply of sediment is greater than the amount of material that the system is able to transport.
[9] Two richest known sources of edible protein are –
A.
meat and eggs
B.
milk and vegetables
C.
soyabean and groundnut
D.
some type of algae and other micro-organisms
Ans:
soyabean and groundnut
Explanation :
Soybean, peanut, and cottonseed flours contain proteins of high nutritive value and offer an excellent means of supplying dietary protein to extend and partially replace protein foods of animal origin. These plant proteins are well adapted to enhance the nutritive value of the proteins of wheat flour.
[10] Which of the following pairs is incorrect?
A.
Isohytes - Humidity
B.
Isobars - Pressure
C.
Isohels - Sunshine
D.
Isotherms - Temperature
Ans:
Isohytes - Humidity
Explanation :
An isohyet is a line on a map which connects points that have the same amounts of precipitation in a given period or for a particular storm. An isohyet is a form of map contour line displaying precipitation.
[11] The term ‘Isoneph' indicates the lines of equal –
A.
cloudiness
B.
salinity
C.
rainfall
D.
pressure
Ans:
cloudiness
Explanation :
Definition of isoneph.: a line on a map connecting points that have the same average percentage of cloudiness.
[12] The soil which originate under tall-grass prairie vegetation is called -
A.
Black soils
B.
Chestnut soils
C.
Chernozem soils
D.
Terra rosa soils
Ans:
Chernozem soils
Explanation :
Chernozems (from the Russian words for “black earth”) are humus-rich grassland soils used extensively for growing cereals or for raising livestock. They are found in the middle latitudes of both hemispheres, in zones commonly termed prairie in North America, pampa in Argentina, and steppe in Asia or in eastern Europe.
[13] Which one of the following is the highest gravity dam in the world?
A.
Beas Darn
B.
Nangal Dam
C.
Bhakra Dam
D.
Hirakud Dam
Ans:
Bhakra Dam
Explanation :
Bhakra Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Sutlej River in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh in northern India. The dam forms the Gobind Sagar reservoir.
[14] Which is the world’s largest desert?
A.
Sahara
B.
Gobi
C.
Thar
D.
Takala Makan
Ans:
Sahara
Explanation :
The Sahara is a desert located on the African continent. It is the largest hot desert in the world, and the third largest desert overall after Antarctica and the Arctic.
[15] "Climate is extreme, rainfall is scanty, and the people used to be nomadic hoarders". For which region is this statement correct?
A.
African Savanna
B.
Central Asian Steppes
C.
Siberian Tundra
D.
North American Prairies
Ans:
Siberian Tundra
Explanation :
Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra. The Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra ecoregion is an ecoregion that broadly covers the Taymyr Peninsula in the Russian Far North. It ranges from the delta of the Yenisei River in the west, across the Taymyr Peninsula and Khatanga Gulf, to the Lena River delta in the east.
[16] Which of the following weeds has been found useful to check water pollution caused by industrial affluents?
A.
Parthenium
B.
Elephant grass
C.
Water hyacinth
D.
Both (a) and (b) above
Ans:
Both (a) and (b) above
Explanation :
0
[17] Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of-
A.
Air in a dispersion medium of water
B.
Fog in a dispersion medium of water
C.
Mist in a dispersion medium of air
D.
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Ans:
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Explanation :
No,cloud is a colloidal solution in which water is dispersed phase and and air is dispersing medium. Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of water drops in a dispersion medium of water. Clouds are formed when moist and warm air rises from the seas and cools as they reach the atmosphere.
[18] The fourth state of matter is known as -
A.
Gas
B.
Vapour
C.
Plasma
D.
Electrons
Ans:
Plasma
Explanation :
Plasma: the 4th State of Matter. A plasma is a hot ionized gas consisting of approximately equal numbers of positively charged ions and negatively charged electrons.
[19] Lamberts law is related to -
A.
Reflection
B.
Refraction
C.
Interference
D.
Illumination
Ans:
Interference
Explanation :
Lambert's law stated that the loss of light intensity when it propagates in a medium is directly proportional to intensity and path length.
[20] Which of the following laws validates the statement that matter can neither be created nor destroyed?
A.
Law of conservation of energy
B.
Le Chatelier's Principle
C.
Law of conservation of mass
D.
Law of osmosis
Ans:
Law of conservation of mass
Explanation :
The law of conservation of mass states that mass in an isolated system is neither created nor destroyed by chemical reactions or physical transformations. According to the law of conservation of mass, the mass of the products in a chemical reaction must equal the mass of the reactants.
[21] Decibel is the unit used for:
A.
Speed of light
B.
Intensity of heat
C.
Intensity of sound
D.
Radio wave frequency
Ans:
Intensity of sound
Explanation :
Sound intensity, also known as acoustic intensity, is defined as the power carried by sound waves per unit area in a direction perpendicular to that area. ... Sound intensity is not the same physical quantity as sound pressure. Human hearing is directly sensitive to sound pressure which is related to sound intensity
[22] Conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy occurs in -
A.
dynamos
B.
electric heaters
C.
battery
D.
atomic bombs
Ans:
battery
Explanation :
The chemical energy in food is converted by the body into mechanical energy and heat. The chemical energy in coal is converted into electrical energy at a power plant. The chemical energy in a battery can also supply electrical power by means of electrolysis.
[23] Which of the following is the petroleum wax?
A.
Bees wax
B.
Carnauba wax
C.
Paraffin wax
D.
Jojoba wax
Ans:
Paraffin wax
Explanation :
Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It's made from saturated hydrocarbons. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
[24] Which variety of coal contains recognizable traces of the original plant material?
A.
Anthracite
B.
Lignite
C.
Peat
D.
Bitumen
Ans:
Peat
Explanation :
Peat, also known as turf is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is unique to natural areas called peatlands, bogs, mires, moors, or muskegs.
[25] Who is author of the book 'Apprenticeship of a Mahatma' on which the film called 'The Making of the Mahatma' is based?
A.
Arundhati Roy
B.
Shyam Benegal
C.
Shobha De
D.
Fatima Meer
Ans:
Fatima Meer
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Mussolini consolidated control over the Fascist movement in 1919 with the founding of the Fasci italiani dicombattimento, whose opposition to non-nationalistic socialism he declared: We declare war against socialism, not because it is socialism, but because it has opposed nationalism.
[4] Decisions of the Security Council on procedural matters shall be made by an affirmative votes of members.
A.
Eleven
B.
Ten
C.
Eight
D.
Nine
Ans:
Nine
Explanation :
Decisions of the Security Council on all other matters shall be made by an affirmative vote of nine members including the concurring votes of the permanent members; provided that, in decisions under Chapter VI, and under paragraph 3 of Article 52, a party to a dispute shall abstain from voting.
[5] Rate of interest is determined by -
A.
The rate of return on the capital invested
B.
Central Government
C.
Liquidity preference
D.
Commercial Banks
Ans:
Liquidity preference
Explanation :
In macroeconomic theory, liquidity preference is the demand for money, considered as liquidity. The concept was first developed by John Maynard Keynes in his book The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money (1936) to explain determination of the interest rate by the supply and demand for money
[6] Which 'of the following has not been a component of the agricultural strategy that brought about the Green Revolution?
A.
Greater intensity of cropping
B.
Guaranteed maximum prices
C.
New agricultural technology
D.
Package of inputs
Ans:
Guaranteed maximum prices
Explanation :
The Green Revolution in India was an effort to increase agricultural production with the help of industrial agriculture technologies, such as hybrid seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation. It was funded by the U.S. and Indian governments and the Ford and Rockefeller Foundations.
[7] Which of the following makes the skin layer impervious to water?
A.
Collagen
B.
Melanin
C.
Keratin
D.
Chitin
Ans:
Chitin
Explanation :
Chitin is a modified polysaccharide that contains nitrogen; it is synthesized from units of N-acetyl-D- glucosamine (to be precise, 2-(acetylamino)-2-deoxy-D-glucose). These units form covalent β-(1→4)- linkages (like the linkages between glucose units forming cellulose).
[8] Generally, the soil of the northern plains of India has been formed by -
A.
degradation
B.
Aggradation
C.
weathering in situ
D.
erosion
Ans:
Aggradation
Explanation :
A Gradation (or alluviation) is the term used in geology for the increase in land elevation, typically in a river system, due to the deposition of sediment. Aggradation occurs in areas in which the supply of sediment is greater than the amount of material that the system is able to transport.
[9] Two richest known sources of edible protein are –
A.
meat and eggs
B.
milk and vegetables
C.
soyabean and groundnut
D.
some type of algae and other micro-organisms
Ans:
soyabean and groundnut
Explanation :
Soybean, peanut, and cottonseed flours contain proteins of high nutritive value and offer an excellent means of supplying dietary protein to extend and partially replace protein foods of animal origin. These plant proteins are well adapted to enhance the nutritive value of the proteins of wheat flour.
[10] Which of the following pairs is incorrect?
A.
Isohytes - Humidity
B.
Isobars - Pressure
C.
Isohels - Sunshine
D.
Isotherms - Temperature
Ans:
Isohytes - Humidity
Explanation :
An isohyet is a line on a map which connects points that have the same amounts of precipitation in a given period or for a particular storm. An isohyet is a form of map contour line displaying precipitation.
[11] The term ‘Isoneph' indicates the lines of equal –
A.
cloudiness
B.
salinity
C.
rainfall
D.
pressure
Ans:
cloudiness
Explanation :
Definition of isoneph.: a line on a map connecting points that have the same average percentage of cloudiness.
[12] The soil which originate under tall-grass prairie vegetation is called -
A.
Black soils
B.
Chestnut soils
C.
Chernozem soils
D.
Terra rosa soils
Ans:
Chernozem soils
Explanation :
Chernozems (from the Russian words for “black earth”) are humus-rich grassland soils used extensively for growing cereals or for raising livestock. They are found in the middle latitudes of both hemispheres, in zones commonly termed prairie in North America, pampa in Argentina, and steppe in Asia or in eastern Europe.
[13] Which one of the following is the highest gravity dam in the world?
A.
Beas Darn
B.
Nangal Dam
C.
Bhakra Dam
D.
Hirakud Dam
Ans:
Bhakra Dam
Explanation :
Bhakra Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Sutlej River in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh in northern India. The dam forms the Gobind Sagar reservoir.
[14] Which is the world’s largest desert?
A.
Sahara
B.
Gobi
C.
Thar
D.
Takala Makan
Ans:
Sahara
Explanation :
The Sahara is a desert located on the African continent. It is the largest hot desert in the world, and the third largest desert overall after Antarctica and the Arctic.
[15] "Climate is extreme, rainfall is scanty, and the people used to be nomadic hoarders". For which region is this statement correct?
A.
African Savanna
B.
Central Asian Steppes
C.
Siberian Tundra
D.
North American Prairies
Ans:
Siberian Tundra
Explanation :
Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra. The Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra ecoregion is an ecoregion that broadly covers the Taymyr Peninsula in the Russian Far North. It ranges from the delta of the Yenisei River in the west, across the Taymyr Peninsula and Khatanga Gulf, to the Lena River delta in the east.
[16] Which of the following weeds has been found useful to check water pollution caused by industrial affluents?
A.
Parthenium
B.
Elephant grass
C.
Water hyacinth
D.
Both (a) and (b) above
Ans:
Both (a) and (b) above
Explanation :
0
[17] Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of-
A.
Air in a dispersion medium of water
B.
Fog in a dispersion medium of water
C.
Mist in a dispersion medium of air
D.
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Ans:
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Explanation :
No,cloud is a colloidal solution in which water is dispersed phase and and air is dispersing medium. Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of water drops in a dispersion medium of water. Clouds are formed when moist and warm air rises from the seas and cools as they reach the atmosphere.
[18] The fourth state of matter is known as -
A.
Gas
B.
Vapour
C.
Plasma
D.
Electrons
Ans:
Plasma
Explanation :
Plasma: the 4th State of Matter. A plasma is a hot ionized gas consisting of approximately equal numbers of positively charged ions and negatively charged electrons.
[19] Lamberts law is related to -
A.
Reflection
B.
Refraction
C.
Interference
D.
Illumination
Ans:
Interference
Explanation :
Lambert's law stated that the loss of light intensity when it propagates in a medium is directly proportional to intensity and path length.
[20] Which of the following laws validates the statement that matter can neither be created nor destroyed?
A.
Law of conservation of energy
B.
Le Chatelier's Principle
C.
Law of conservation of mass
D.
Law of osmosis
Ans:
Law of conservation of mass
Explanation :
The law of conservation of mass states that mass in an isolated system is neither created nor destroyed by chemical reactions or physical transformations. According to the law of conservation of mass, the mass of the products in a chemical reaction must equal the mass of the reactants.
[21] Decibel is the unit used for:
A.
Speed of light
B.
Intensity of heat
C.
Intensity of sound
D.
Radio wave frequency
Ans:
Intensity of sound
Explanation :
Sound intensity, also known as acoustic intensity, is defined as the power carried by sound waves per unit area in a direction perpendicular to that area. ... Sound intensity is not the same physical quantity as sound pressure. Human hearing is directly sensitive to sound pressure which is related to sound intensity
[22] Conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy occurs in -
A.
dynamos
B.
electric heaters
C.
battery
D.
atomic bombs
Ans:
battery
Explanation :
The chemical energy in food is converted by the body into mechanical energy and heat. The chemical energy in coal is converted into electrical energy at a power plant. The chemical energy in a battery can also supply electrical power by means of electrolysis.
[23] Which of the following is the petroleum wax?
A.
Bees wax
B.
Carnauba wax
C.
Paraffin wax
D.
Jojoba wax
Ans:
Paraffin wax
Explanation :
Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It's made from saturated hydrocarbons. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
[24] Which variety of coal contains recognizable traces of the original plant material?
A.
Anthracite
B.
Lignite
C.
Peat
D.
Bitumen
Ans:
Peat
Explanation :
Peat, also known as turf is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is unique to natural areas called peatlands, bogs, mires, moors, or muskegs.
[25] Who is author of the book 'Apprenticeship of a Mahatma' on which the film called 'The Making of the Mahatma' is based?
A.
Arundhati Roy
B.
Shyam Benegal
C.
Shobha De
D.
Fatima Meer
Ans:
Fatima Meer
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
In macroeconomic theory, liquidity preference is the demand for money, considered as liquidity. The concept was first developed by John Maynard Keynes in his book The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money (1936) to explain determination of the interest rate by the supply and demand for money
[6] Which 'of the following has not been a component of the agricultural strategy that brought about the Green Revolution?
A.
Greater intensity of cropping
B.
Guaranteed maximum prices
C.
New agricultural technology
D.
Package of inputs
Ans:
Guaranteed maximum prices
Explanation :
The Green Revolution in India was an effort to increase agricultural production with the help of industrial agriculture technologies, such as hybrid seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation. It was funded by the U.S. and Indian governments and the Ford and Rockefeller Foundations.
[7] Which of the following makes the skin layer impervious to water?
A.
Collagen
B.
Melanin
C.
Keratin
D.
Chitin
Ans:
Chitin
Explanation :
Chitin is a modified polysaccharide that contains nitrogen; it is synthesized from units of N-acetyl-D- glucosamine (to be precise, 2-(acetylamino)-2-deoxy-D-glucose). These units form covalent β-(1→4)- linkages (like the linkages between glucose units forming cellulose).
[8] Generally, the soil of the northern plains of India has been formed by -
A.
degradation
B.
Aggradation
C.
weathering in situ
D.
erosion
Ans:
Aggradation
Explanation :
A Gradation (or alluviation) is the term used in geology for the increase in land elevation, typically in a river system, due to the deposition of sediment. Aggradation occurs in areas in which the supply of sediment is greater than the amount of material that the system is able to transport.
[9] Two richest known sources of edible protein are –
A.
meat and eggs
B.
milk and vegetables
C.
soyabean and groundnut
D.
some type of algae and other micro-organisms
Ans:
soyabean and groundnut
Explanation :
Soybean, peanut, and cottonseed flours contain proteins of high nutritive value and offer an excellent means of supplying dietary protein to extend and partially replace protein foods of animal origin. These plant proteins are well adapted to enhance the nutritive value of the proteins of wheat flour.
[10] Which of the following pairs is incorrect?
A.
Isohytes - Humidity
B.
Isobars - Pressure
C.
Isohels - Sunshine
D.
Isotherms - Temperature
Ans:
Isohytes - Humidity
Explanation :
An isohyet is a line on a map which connects points that have the same amounts of precipitation in a given period or for a particular storm. An isohyet is a form of map contour line displaying precipitation.
[11] The term ‘Isoneph' indicates the lines of equal –
A.
cloudiness
B.
salinity
C.
rainfall
D.
pressure
Ans:
cloudiness
Explanation :
Definition of isoneph.: a line on a map connecting points that have the same average percentage of cloudiness.
[12] The soil which originate under tall-grass prairie vegetation is called -
A.
Black soils
B.
Chestnut soils
C.
Chernozem soils
D.
Terra rosa soils
Ans:
Chernozem soils
Explanation :
Chernozems (from the Russian words for “black earth”) are humus-rich grassland soils used extensively for growing cereals or for raising livestock. They are found in the middle latitudes of both hemispheres, in zones commonly termed prairie in North America, pampa in Argentina, and steppe in Asia or in eastern Europe.
[13] Which one of the following is the highest gravity dam in the world?
A.
Beas Darn
B.
Nangal Dam
C.
Bhakra Dam
D.
Hirakud Dam
Ans:
Bhakra Dam
Explanation :
Bhakra Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Sutlej River in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh in northern India. The dam forms the Gobind Sagar reservoir.
[14] Which is the world’s largest desert?
A.
Sahara
B.
Gobi
C.
Thar
D.
Takala Makan
Ans:
Sahara
Explanation :
The Sahara is a desert located on the African continent. It is the largest hot desert in the world, and the third largest desert overall after Antarctica and the Arctic.
[15] "Climate is extreme, rainfall is scanty, and the people used to be nomadic hoarders". For which region is this statement correct?
A.
African Savanna
B.
Central Asian Steppes
C.
Siberian Tundra
D.
North American Prairies
Ans:
Siberian Tundra
Explanation :
Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra. The Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra ecoregion is an ecoregion that broadly covers the Taymyr Peninsula in the Russian Far North. It ranges from the delta of the Yenisei River in the west, across the Taymyr Peninsula and Khatanga Gulf, to the Lena River delta in the east.
[16] Which of the following weeds has been found useful to check water pollution caused by industrial affluents?
A.
Parthenium
B.
Elephant grass
C.
Water hyacinth
D.
Both (a) and (b) above
Ans:
Both (a) and (b) above
Explanation :
0
[17] Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of-
A.
Air in a dispersion medium of water
B.
Fog in a dispersion medium of water
C.
Mist in a dispersion medium of air
D.
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Ans:
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Explanation :
No,cloud is a colloidal solution in which water is dispersed phase and and air is dispersing medium. Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of water drops in a dispersion medium of water. Clouds are formed when moist and warm air rises from the seas and cools as they reach the atmosphere.
[18] The fourth state of matter is known as -
A.
Gas
B.
Vapour
C.
Plasma
D.
Electrons
Ans:
Plasma
Explanation :
Plasma: the 4th State of Matter. A plasma is a hot ionized gas consisting of approximately equal numbers of positively charged ions and negatively charged electrons.
[19] Lamberts law is related to -
A.
Reflection
B.
Refraction
C.
Interference
D.
Illumination
Ans:
Interference
Explanation :
Lambert's law stated that the loss of light intensity when it propagates in a medium is directly proportional to intensity and path length.
[20] Which of the following laws validates the statement that matter can neither be created nor destroyed?
A.
Law of conservation of energy
B.
Le Chatelier's Principle
C.
Law of conservation of mass
D.
Law of osmosis
Ans:
Law of conservation of mass
Explanation :
The law of conservation of mass states that mass in an isolated system is neither created nor destroyed by chemical reactions or physical transformations. According to the law of conservation of mass, the mass of the products in a chemical reaction must equal the mass of the reactants.
[21] Decibel is the unit used for:
A.
Speed of light
B.
Intensity of heat
C.
Intensity of sound
D.
Radio wave frequency
Ans:
Intensity of sound
Explanation :
Sound intensity, also known as acoustic intensity, is defined as the power carried by sound waves per unit area in a direction perpendicular to that area. ... Sound intensity is not the same physical quantity as sound pressure. Human hearing is directly sensitive to sound pressure which is related to sound intensity
[22] Conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy occurs in -
A.
dynamos
B.
electric heaters
C.
battery
D.
atomic bombs
Ans:
battery
Explanation :
The chemical energy in food is converted by the body into mechanical energy and heat. The chemical energy in coal is converted into electrical energy at a power plant. The chemical energy in a battery can also supply electrical power by means of electrolysis.
[23] Which of the following is the petroleum wax?
A.
Bees wax
B.
Carnauba wax
C.
Paraffin wax
D.
Jojoba wax
Ans:
Paraffin wax
Explanation :
Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It's made from saturated hydrocarbons. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
[24] Which variety of coal contains recognizable traces of the original plant material?
A.
Anthracite
B.
Lignite
C.
Peat
D.
Bitumen
Ans:
Peat
Explanation :
Peat, also known as turf is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is unique to natural areas called peatlands, bogs, mires, moors, or muskegs.
[25] Who is author of the book 'Apprenticeship of a Mahatma' on which the film called 'The Making of the Mahatma' is based?
A.
Arundhati Roy
B.
Shyam Benegal
C.
Shobha De
D.
Fatima Meer
Ans:
Fatima Meer
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Chitin is a modified polysaccharide that contains nitrogen; it is synthesized from units of N-acetyl-D- glucosamine (to be precise, 2-(acetylamino)-2-deoxy-D-glucose). These units form covalent β-(1→4)- linkages (like the linkages between glucose units forming cellulose).
[8] Generally, the soil of the northern plains of India has been formed by -
A.
degradation
B.
Aggradation
C.
weathering in situ
D.
erosion
Ans:
Aggradation
Explanation :
A Gradation (or alluviation) is the term used in geology for the increase in land elevation, typically in a river system, due to the deposition of sediment. Aggradation occurs in areas in which the supply of sediment is greater than the amount of material that the system is able to transport.
[9] Two richest known sources of edible protein are –
A.
meat and eggs
B.
milk and vegetables
C.
soyabean and groundnut
D.
some type of algae and other micro-organisms
Ans:
soyabean and groundnut
Explanation :
Soybean, peanut, and cottonseed flours contain proteins of high nutritive value and offer an excellent means of supplying dietary protein to extend and partially replace protein foods of animal origin. These plant proteins are well adapted to enhance the nutritive value of the proteins of wheat flour.
[10] Which of the following pairs is incorrect?
A.
Isohytes - Humidity
B.
Isobars - Pressure
C.
Isohels - Sunshine
D.
Isotherms - Temperature
Ans:
Isohytes - Humidity
Explanation :
An isohyet is a line on a map which connects points that have the same amounts of precipitation in a given period or for a particular storm. An isohyet is a form of map contour line displaying precipitation.
[11] The term ‘Isoneph' indicates the lines of equal –
A.
cloudiness
B.
salinity
C.
rainfall
D.
pressure
Ans:
cloudiness
Explanation :
Definition of isoneph.: a line on a map connecting points that have the same average percentage of cloudiness.
[12] The soil which originate under tall-grass prairie vegetation is called -
A.
Black soils
B.
Chestnut soils
C.
Chernozem soils
D.
Terra rosa soils
Ans:
Chernozem soils
Explanation :
Chernozems (from the Russian words for “black earth”) are humus-rich grassland soils used extensively for growing cereals or for raising livestock. They are found in the middle latitudes of both hemispheres, in zones commonly termed prairie in North America, pampa in Argentina, and steppe in Asia or in eastern Europe.
[13] Which one of the following is the highest gravity dam in the world?
A.
Beas Darn
B.
Nangal Dam
C.
Bhakra Dam
D.
Hirakud Dam
Ans:
Bhakra Dam
Explanation :
Bhakra Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Sutlej River in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh in northern India. The dam forms the Gobind Sagar reservoir.
[14] Which is the world’s largest desert?
A.
Sahara
B.
Gobi
C.
Thar
D.
Takala Makan
Ans:
Sahara
Explanation :
The Sahara is a desert located on the African continent. It is the largest hot desert in the world, and the third largest desert overall after Antarctica and the Arctic.
[15] "Climate is extreme, rainfall is scanty, and the people used to be nomadic hoarders". For which region is this statement correct?
A.
African Savanna
B.
Central Asian Steppes
C.
Siberian Tundra
D.
North American Prairies
Ans:
Siberian Tundra
Explanation :
Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra. The Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra ecoregion is an ecoregion that broadly covers the Taymyr Peninsula in the Russian Far North. It ranges from the delta of the Yenisei River in the west, across the Taymyr Peninsula and Khatanga Gulf, to the Lena River delta in the east.
[16] Which of the following weeds has been found useful to check water pollution caused by industrial affluents?
A.
Parthenium
B.
Elephant grass
C.
Water hyacinth
D.
Both (a) and (b) above
Ans:
Both (a) and (b) above
Explanation :
0
[17] Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of-
A.
Air in a dispersion medium of water
B.
Fog in a dispersion medium of water
C.
Mist in a dispersion medium of air
D.
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Ans:
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Explanation :
No,cloud is a colloidal solution in which water is dispersed phase and and air is dispersing medium. Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of water drops in a dispersion medium of water. Clouds are formed when moist and warm air rises from the seas and cools as they reach the atmosphere.
[18] The fourth state of matter is known as -
A.
Gas
B.
Vapour
C.
Plasma
D.
Electrons
Ans:
Plasma
Explanation :
Plasma: the 4th State of Matter. A plasma is a hot ionized gas consisting of approximately equal numbers of positively charged ions and negatively charged electrons.
[19] Lamberts law is related to -
A.
Reflection
B.
Refraction
C.
Interference
D.
Illumination
Ans:
Interference
Explanation :
Lambert's law stated that the loss of light intensity when it propagates in a medium is directly proportional to intensity and path length.
[20] Which of the following laws validates the statement that matter can neither be created nor destroyed?
A.
Law of conservation of energy
B.
Le Chatelier's Principle
C.
Law of conservation of mass
D.
Law of osmosis
Ans:
Law of conservation of mass
Explanation :
The law of conservation of mass states that mass in an isolated system is neither created nor destroyed by chemical reactions or physical transformations. According to the law of conservation of mass, the mass of the products in a chemical reaction must equal the mass of the reactants.
[21] Decibel is the unit used for:
A.
Speed of light
B.
Intensity of heat
C.
Intensity of sound
D.
Radio wave frequency
Ans:
Intensity of sound
Explanation :
Sound intensity, also known as acoustic intensity, is defined as the power carried by sound waves per unit area in a direction perpendicular to that area. ... Sound intensity is not the same physical quantity as sound pressure. Human hearing is directly sensitive to sound pressure which is related to sound intensity
[22] Conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy occurs in -
A.
dynamos
B.
electric heaters
C.
battery
D.
atomic bombs
Ans:
battery
Explanation :
The chemical energy in food is converted by the body into mechanical energy and heat. The chemical energy in coal is converted into electrical energy at a power plant. The chemical energy in a battery can also supply electrical power by means of electrolysis.
[23] Which of the following is the petroleum wax?
A.
Bees wax
B.
Carnauba wax
C.
Paraffin wax
D.
Jojoba wax
Ans:
Paraffin wax
Explanation :
Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It's made from saturated hydrocarbons. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
[24] Which variety of coal contains recognizable traces of the original plant material?
A.
Anthracite
B.
Lignite
C.
Peat
D.
Bitumen
Ans:
Peat
Explanation :
Peat, also known as turf is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is unique to natural areas called peatlands, bogs, mires, moors, or muskegs.
[25] Who is author of the book 'Apprenticeship of a Mahatma' on which the film called 'The Making of the Mahatma' is based?
A.
Arundhati Roy
B.
Shyam Benegal
C.
Shobha De
D.
Fatima Meer
Ans:
Fatima Meer
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Soybean, peanut, and cottonseed flours contain proteins of high nutritive value and offer an excellent means of supplying dietary protein to extend and partially replace protein foods of animal origin. These plant proteins are well adapted to enhance the nutritive value of the proteins of wheat flour.
[10] Which of the following pairs is incorrect?
A.
Isohytes - Humidity
B.
Isobars - Pressure
C.
Isohels - Sunshine
D.
Isotherms - Temperature
Ans:
Isohytes - Humidity
Explanation :
An isohyet is a line on a map which connects points that have the same amounts of precipitation in a given period or for a particular storm. An isohyet is a form of map contour line displaying precipitation.
[11] The term ‘Isoneph' indicates the lines of equal –
A.
cloudiness
B.
salinity
C.
rainfall
D.
pressure
Ans:
cloudiness
Explanation :
Definition of isoneph.: a line on a map connecting points that have the same average percentage of cloudiness.
[12] The soil which originate under tall-grass prairie vegetation is called -
A.
Black soils
B.
Chestnut soils
C.
Chernozem soils
D.
Terra rosa soils
Ans:
Chernozem soils
Explanation :
Chernozems (from the Russian words for “black earth”) are humus-rich grassland soils used extensively for growing cereals or for raising livestock. They are found in the middle latitudes of both hemispheres, in zones commonly termed prairie in North America, pampa in Argentina, and steppe in Asia or in eastern Europe.
[13] Which one of the following is the highest gravity dam in the world?
A.
Beas Darn
B.
Nangal Dam
C.
Bhakra Dam
D.
Hirakud Dam
Ans:
Bhakra Dam
Explanation :
Bhakra Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Sutlej River in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh in northern India. The dam forms the Gobind Sagar reservoir.
[14] Which is the world’s largest desert?
A.
Sahara
B.
Gobi
C.
Thar
D.
Takala Makan
Ans:
Sahara
Explanation :
The Sahara is a desert located on the African continent. It is the largest hot desert in the world, and the third largest desert overall after Antarctica and the Arctic.
[15] "Climate is extreme, rainfall is scanty, and the people used to be nomadic hoarders". For which region is this statement correct?
A.
African Savanna
B.
Central Asian Steppes
C.
Siberian Tundra
D.
North American Prairies
Ans:
Siberian Tundra
Explanation :
Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra. The Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra ecoregion is an ecoregion that broadly covers the Taymyr Peninsula in the Russian Far North. It ranges from the delta of the Yenisei River in the west, across the Taymyr Peninsula and Khatanga Gulf, to the Lena River delta in the east.
[16] Which of the following weeds has been found useful to check water pollution caused by industrial affluents?
A.
Parthenium
B.
Elephant grass
C.
Water hyacinth
D.
Both (a) and (b) above
Ans:
Both (a) and (b) above
Explanation :
0
[17] Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of-
A.
Air in a dispersion medium of water
B.
Fog in a dispersion medium of water
C.
Mist in a dispersion medium of air
D.
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Ans:
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Explanation :
No,cloud is a colloidal solution in which water is dispersed phase and and air is dispersing medium. Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of water drops in a dispersion medium of water. Clouds are formed when moist and warm air rises from the seas and cools as they reach the atmosphere.
[18] The fourth state of matter is known as -
A.
Gas
B.
Vapour
C.
Plasma
D.
Electrons
Ans:
Plasma
Explanation :
Plasma: the 4th State of Matter. A plasma is a hot ionized gas consisting of approximately equal numbers of positively charged ions and negatively charged electrons.
[19] Lamberts law is related to -
A.
Reflection
B.
Refraction
C.
Interference
D.
Illumination
Ans:
Interference
Explanation :
Lambert's law stated that the loss of light intensity when it propagates in a medium is directly proportional to intensity and path length.
[20] Which of the following laws validates the statement that matter can neither be created nor destroyed?
A.
Law of conservation of energy
B.
Le Chatelier's Principle
C.
Law of conservation of mass
D.
Law of osmosis
Ans:
Law of conservation of mass
Explanation :
The law of conservation of mass states that mass in an isolated system is neither created nor destroyed by chemical reactions or physical transformations. According to the law of conservation of mass, the mass of the products in a chemical reaction must equal the mass of the reactants.
[21] Decibel is the unit used for:
A.
Speed of light
B.
Intensity of heat
C.
Intensity of sound
D.
Radio wave frequency
Ans:
Intensity of sound
Explanation :
Sound intensity, also known as acoustic intensity, is defined as the power carried by sound waves per unit area in a direction perpendicular to that area. ... Sound intensity is not the same physical quantity as sound pressure. Human hearing is directly sensitive to sound pressure which is related to sound intensity
[22] Conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy occurs in -
A.
dynamos
B.
electric heaters
C.
battery
D.
atomic bombs
Ans:
battery
Explanation :
The chemical energy in food is converted by the body into mechanical energy and heat. The chemical energy in coal is converted into electrical energy at a power plant. The chemical energy in a battery can also supply electrical power by means of electrolysis.
[23] Which of the following is the petroleum wax?
A.
Bees wax
B.
Carnauba wax
C.
Paraffin wax
D.
Jojoba wax
Ans:
Paraffin wax
Explanation :
Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It's made from saturated hydrocarbons. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
[24] Which variety of coal contains recognizable traces of the original plant material?
A.
Anthracite
B.
Lignite
C.
Peat
D.
Bitumen
Ans:
Peat
Explanation :
Peat, also known as turf is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is unique to natural areas called peatlands, bogs, mires, moors, or muskegs.
[25] Who is author of the book 'Apprenticeship of a Mahatma' on which the film called 'The Making of the Mahatma' is based?
A.
Arundhati Roy
B.
Shyam Benegal
C.
Shobha De
D.
Fatima Meer
Ans:
Fatima Meer
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Definition of isoneph.: a line on a map connecting points that have the same average percentage of cloudiness.
[12] The soil which originate under tall-grass prairie vegetation is called -
A.
Black soils
B.
Chestnut soils
C.
Chernozem soils
D.
Terra rosa soils
Ans:
Chernozem soils
Explanation :
Chernozems (from the Russian words for “black earth”) are humus-rich grassland soils used extensively for growing cereals or for raising livestock. They are found in the middle latitudes of both hemispheres, in zones commonly termed prairie in North America, pampa in Argentina, and steppe in Asia or in eastern Europe.
[13] Which one of the following is the highest gravity dam in the world?
A.
Beas Darn
B.
Nangal Dam
C.
Bhakra Dam
D.
Hirakud Dam
Ans:
Bhakra Dam
Explanation :
Bhakra Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Sutlej River in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh in northern India. The dam forms the Gobind Sagar reservoir.
[14] Which is the world’s largest desert?
A.
Sahara
B.
Gobi
C.
Thar
D.
Takala Makan
Ans:
Sahara
Explanation :
The Sahara is a desert located on the African continent. It is the largest hot desert in the world, and the third largest desert overall after Antarctica and the Arctic.
[15] "Climate is extreme, rainfall is scanty, and the people used to be nomadic hoarders". For which region is this statement correct?
A.
African Savanna
B.
Central Asian Steppes
C.
Siberian Tundra
D.
North American Prairies
Ans:
Siberian Tundra
Explanation :
Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra. The Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra ecoregion is an ecoregion that broadly covers the Taymyr Peninsula in the Russian Far North. It ranges from the delta of the Yenisei River in the west, across the Taymyr Peninsula and Khatanga Gulf, to the Lena River delta in the east.
[16] Which of the following weeds has been found useful to check water pollution caused by industrial affluents?
A.
Parthenium
B.
Elephant grass
C.
Water hyacinth
D.
Both (a) and (b) above
Ans:
Both (a) and (b) above
Explanation :
0
[17] Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of-
A.
Air in a dispersion medium of water
B.
Fog in a dispersion medium of water
C.
Mist in a dispersion medium of air
D.
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Ans:
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Explanation :
No,cloud is a colloidal solution in which water is dispersed phase and and air is dispersing medium. Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of water drops in a dispersion medium of water. Clouds are formed when moist and warm air rises from the seas and cools as they reach the atmosphere.
[18] The fourth state of matter is known as -
A.
Gas
B.
Vapour
C.
Plasma
D.
Electrons
Ans:
Plasma
Explanation :
Plasma: the 4th State of Matter. A plasma is a hot ionized gas consisting of approximately equal numbers of positively charged ions and negatively charged electrons.
[19] Lamberts law is related to -
A.
Reflection
B.
Refraction
C.
Interference
D.
Illumination
Ans:
Interference
Explanation :
Lambert's law stated that the loss of light intensity when it propagates in a medium is directly proportional to intensity and path length.
[20] Which of the following laws validates the statement that matter can neither be created nor destroyed?
A.
Law of conservation of energy
B.
Le Chatelier's Principle
C.
Law of conservation of mass
D.
Law of osmosis
Ans:
Law of conservation of mass
Explanation :
The law of conservation of mass states that mass in an isolated system is neither created nor destroyed by chemical reactions or physical transformations. According to the law of conservation of mass, the mass of the products in a chemical reaction must equal the mass of the reactants.
[21] Decibel is the unit used for:
A.
Speed of light
B.
Intensity of heat
C.
Intensity of sound
D.
Radio wave frequency
Ans:
Intensity of sound
Explanation :
Sound intensity, also known as acoustic intensity, is defined as the power carried by sound waves per unit area in a direction perpendicular to that area. ... Sound intensity is not the same physical quantity as sound pressure. Human hearing is directly sensitive to sound pressure which is related to sound intensity
[22] Conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy occurs in -
A.
dynamos
B.
electric heaters
C.
battery
D.
atomic bombs
Ans:
battery
Explanation :
The chemical energy in food is converted by the body into mechanical energy and heat. The chemical energy in coal is converted into electrical energy at a power plant. The chemical energy in a battery can also supply electrical power by means of electrolysis.
[23] Which of the following is the petroleum wax?
A.
Bees wax
B.
Carnauba wax
C.
Paraffin wax
D.
Jojoba wax
Ans:
Paraffin wax
Explanation :
Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It's made from saturated hydrocarbons. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
[24] Which variety of coal contains recognizable traces of the original plant material?
A.
Anthracite
B.
Lignite
C.
Peat
D.
Bitumen
Ans:
Peat
Explanation :
Peat, also known as turf is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is unique to natural areas called peatlands, bogs, mires, moors, or muskegs.
[25] Who is author of the book 'Apprenticeship of a Mahatma' on which the film called 'The Making of the Mahatma' is based?
A.
Arundhati Roy
B.
Shyam Benegal
C.
Shobha De
D.
Fatima Meer
Ans:
Fatima Meer
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Bhakra Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Sutlej River in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh in northern India. The dam forms the Gobind Sagar reservoir.
[14] Which is the world’s largest desert?
A.
Sahara
B.
Gobi
C.
Thar
D.
Takala Makan
Ans:
Sahara
Explanation :
The Sahara is a desert located on the African continent. It is the largest hot desert in the world, and the third largest desert overall after Antarctica and the Arctic.
[15] "Climate is extreme, rainfall is scanty, and the people used to be nomadic hoarders". For which region is this statement correct?
A.
African Savanna
B.
Central Asian Steppes
C.
Siberian Tundra
D.
North American Prairies
Ans:
Siberian Tundra
Explanation :
Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra. The Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra ecoregion is an ecoregion that broadly covers the Taymyr Peninsula in the Russian Far North. It ranges from the delta of the Yenisei River in the west, across the Taymyr Peninsula and Khatanga Gulf, to the Lena River delta in the east.
[16] Which of the following weeds has been found useful to check water pollution caused by industrial affluents?
A.
Parthenium
B.
Elephant grass
C.
Water hyacinth
D.
Both (a) and (b) above
Ans:
Both (a) and (b) above
Explanation :
0
[17] Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of-
A.
Air in a dispersion medium of water
B.
Fog in a dispersion medium of water
C.
Mist in a dispersion medium of air
D.
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Ans:
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Explanation :
No,cloud is a colloidal solution in which water is dispersed phase and and air is dispersing medium. Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of water drops in a dispersion medium of water. Clouds are formed when moist and warm air rises from the seas and cools as they reach the atmosphere.
[18] The fourth state of matter is known as -
A.
Gas
B.
Vapour
C.
Plasma
D.
Electrons
Ans:
Plasma
Explanation :
Plasma: the 4th State of Matter. A plasma is a hot ionized gas consisting of approximately equal numbers of positively charged ions and negatively charged electrons.
[19] Lamberts law is related to -
A.
Reflection
B.
Refraction
C.
Interference
D.
Illumination
Ans:
Interference
Explanation :
Lambert's law stated that the loss of light intensity when it propagates in a medium is directly proportional to intensity and path length.
[20] Which of the following laws validates the statement that matter can neither be created nor destroyed?
A.
Law of conservation of energy
B.
Le Chatelier's Principle
C.
Law of conservation of mass
D.
Law of osmosis
Ans:
Law of conservation of mass
Explanation :
The law of conservation of mass states that mass in an isolated system is neither created nor destroyed by chemical reactions or physical transformations. According to the law of conservation of mass, the mass of the products in a chemical reaction must equal the mass of the reactants.
[21] Decibel is the unit used for:
A.
Speed of light
B.
Intensity of heat
C.
Intensity of sound
D.
Radio wave frequency
Ans:
Intensity of sound
Explanation :
Sound intensity, also known as acoustic intensity, is defined as the power carried by sound waves per unit area in a direction perpendicular to that area. ... Sound intensity is not the same physical quantity as sound pressure. Human hearing is directly sensitive to sound pressure which is related to sound intensity
[22] Conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy occurs in -
A.
dynamos
B.
electric heaters
C.
battery
D.
atomic bombs
Ans:
battery
Explanation :
The chemical energy in food is converted by the body into mechanical energy and heat. The chemical energy in coal is converted into electrical energy at a power plant. The chemical energy in a battery can also supply electrical power by means of electrolysis.
[23] Which of the following is the petroleum wax?
A.
Bees wax
B.
Carnauba wax
C.
Paraffin wax
D.
Jojoba wax
Ans:
Paraffin wax
Explanation :
Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It's made from saturated hydrocarbons. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
[24] Which variety of coal contains recognizable traces of the original plant material?
A.
Anthracite
B.
Lignite
C.
Peat
D.
Bitumen
Ans:
Peat
Explanation :
Peat, also known as turf is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is unique to natural areas called peatlands, bogs, mires, moors, or muskegs.
[25] Who is author of the book 'Apprenticeship of a Mahatma' on which the film called 'The Making of the Mahatma' is based?
A.
Arundhati Roy
B.
Shyam Benegal
C.
Shobha De
D.
Fatima Meer
Ans:
Fatima Meer
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra. The Taimyr-Central Siberian tundra ecoregion is an ecoregion that broadly covers the Taymyr Peninsula in the Russian Far North. It ranges from the delta of the Yenisei River in the west, across the Taymyr Peninsula and Khatanga Gulf, to the Lena River delta in the east.
[16] Which of the following weeds has been found useful to check water pollution caused by industrial affluents?
A.
Parthenium
B.
Elephant grass
C.
Water hyacinth
D.
Both (a) and (b) above
Ans:
Both (a) and (b) above
Explanation :
0
[17] Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of-
A.
Air in a dispersion medium of water
B.
Fog in a dispersion medium of water
C.
Mist in a dispersion medium of air
D.
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Ans:
Water drops in a dispersion medium of air
Explanation :
No,cloud is a colloidal solution in which water is dispersed phase and and air is dispersing medium. Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of water drops in a dispersion medium of water. Clouds are formed when moist and warm air rises from the seas and cools as they reach the atmosphere.
[18] The fourth state of matter is known as -
A.
Gas
B.
Vapour
C.
Plasma
D.
Electrons
Ans:
Plasma
Explanation :
Plasma: the 4th State of Matter. A plasma is a hot ionized gas consisting of approximately equal numbers of positively charged ions and negatively charged electrons.
[19] Lamberts law is related to -
A.
Reflection
B.
Refraction
C.
Interference
D.
Illumination
Ans:
Interference
Explanation :
Lambert's law stated that the loss of light intensity when it propagates in a medium is directly proportional to intensity and path length.
[20] Which of the following laws validates the statement that matter can neither be created nor destroyed?
A.
Law of conservation of energy
B.
Le Chatelier's Principle
C.
Law of conservation of mass
D.
Law of osmosis
Ans:
Law of conservation of mass
Explanation :
The law of conservation of mass states that mass in an isolated system is neither created nor destroyed by chemical reactions or physical transformations. According to the law of conservation of mass, the mass of the products in a chemical reaction must equal the mass of the reactants.
[21] Decibel is the unit used for:
A.
Speed of light
B.
Intensity of heat
C.
Intensity of sound
D.
Radio wave frequency
Ans:
Intensity of sound
Explanation :
Sound intensity, also known as acoustic intensity, is defined as the power carried by sound waves per unit area in a direction perpendicular to that area. ... Sound intensity is not the same physical quantity as sound pressure. Human hearing is directly sensitive to sound pressure which is related to sound intensity
[22] Conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy occurs in -
A.
dynamos
B.
electric heaters
C.
battery
D.
atomic bombs
Ans:
battery
Explanation :
The chemical energy in food is converted by the body into mechanical energy and heat. The chemical energy in coal is converted into electrical energy at a power plant. The chemical energy in a battery can also supply electrical power by means of electrolysis.
[23] Which of the following is the petroleum wax?
A.
Bees wax
B.
Carnauba wax
C.
Paraffin wax
D.
Jojoba wax
Ans:
Paraffin wax
Explanation :
Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It's made from saturated hydrocarbons. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
[24] Which variety of coal contains recognizable traces of the original plant material?
A.
Anthracite
B.
Lignite
C.
Peat
D.
Bitumen
Ans:
Peat
Explanation :
Peat, also known as turf is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is unique to natural areas called peatlands, bogs, mires, moors, or muskegs.
[25] Who is author of the book 'Apprenticeship of a Mahatma' on which the film called 'The Making of the Mahatma' is based?
A.
Arundhati Roy
B.
Shyam Benegal
C.
Shobha De
D.
Fatima Meer
Ans:
Fatima Meer
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
No,cloud is a colloidal solution in which water is dispersed phase and and air is dispersing medium. Cloud is a colloidal dispersion of water drops in a dispersion medium of water. Clouds are formed when moist and warm air rises from the seas and cools as they reach the atmosphere.
[18] The fourth state of matter is known as -
A.
Gas
B.
Vapour
C.
Plasma
D.
Electrons
Ans:
Plasma
Explanation :
Plasma: the 4th State of Matter. A plasma is a hot ionized gas consisting of approximately equal numbers of positively charged ions and negatively charged electrons.
[19] Lamberts law is related to -
A.
Reflection
B.
Refraction
C.
Interference
D.
Illumination
Ans:
Interference
Explanation :
Lambert's law stated that the loss of light intensity when it propagates in a medium is directly proportional to intensity and path length.
[20] Which of the following laws validates the statement that matter can neither be created nor destroyed?
A.
Law of conservation of energy
B.
Le Chatelier's Principle
C.
Law of conservation of mass
D.
Law of osmosis
Ans:
Law of conservation of mass
Explanation :
The law of conservation of mass states that mass in an isolated system is neither created nor destroyed by chemical reactions or physical transformations. According to the law of conservation of mass, the mass of the products in a chemical reaction must equal the mass of the reactants.
[21] Decibel is the unit used for:
A.
Speed of light
B.
Intensity of heat
C.
Intensity of sound
D.
Radio wave frequency
Ans:
Intensity of sound
Explanation :
Sound intensity, also known as acoustic intensity, is defined as the power carried by sound waves per unit area in a direction perpendicular to that area. ... Sound intensity is not the same physical quantity as sound pressure. Human hearing is directly sensitive to sound pressure which is related to sound intensity
[22] Conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy occurs in -
A.
dynamos
B.
electric heaters
C.
battery
D.
atomic bombs
Ans:
battery
Explanation :
The chemical energy in food is converted by the body into mechanical energy and heat. The chemical energy in coal is converted into electrical energy at a power plant. The chemical energy in a battery can also supply electrical power by means of electrolysis.
[23] Which of the following is the petroleum wax?
A.
Bees wax
B.
Carnauba wax
C.
Paraffin wax
D.
Jojoba wax
Ans:
Paraffin wax
Explanation :
Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It's made from saturated hydrocarbons. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
[24] Which variety of coal contains recognizable traces of the original plant material?
A.
Anthracite
B.
Lignite
C.
Peat
D.
Bitumen
Ans:
Peat
Explanation :
Peat, also known as turf is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is unique to natural areas called peatlands, bogs, mires, moors, or muskegs.
[25] Who is author of the book 'Apprenticeship of a Mahatma' on which the film called 'The Making of the Mahatma' is based?
A.
Arundhati Roy
B.
Shyam Benegal
C.
Shobha De
D.
Fatima Meer
Ans:
Fatima Meer
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Lambert's law stated that the loss of light intensity when it propagates in a medium is directly proportional to intensity and path length.
[20] Which of the following laws validates the statement that matter can neither be created nor destroyed?
A.
Law of conservation of energy
B.
Le Chatelier's Principle
C.
Law of conservation of mass
D.
Law of osmosis
Ans:
Law of conservation of mass
Explanation :
The law of conservation of mass states that mass in an isolated system is neither created nor destroyed by chemical reactions or physical transformations. According to the law of conservation of mass, the mass of the products in a chemical reaction must equal the mass of the reactants.
[21] Decibel is the unit used for:
A.
Speed of light
B.
Intensity of heat
C.
Intensity of sound
D.
Radio wave frequency
Ans:
Intensity of sound
Explanation :
Sound intensity, also known as acoustic intensity, is defined as the power carried by sound waves per unit area in a direction perpendicular to that area. ... Sound intensity is not the same physical quantity as sound pressure. Human hearing is directly sensitive to sound pressure which is related to sound intensity
[22] Conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy occurs in -
A.
dynamos
B.
electric heaters
C.
battery
D.
atomic bombs
Ans:
battery
Explanation :
The chemical energy in food is converted by the body into mechanical energy and heat. The chemical energy in coal is converted into electrical energy at a power plant. The chemical energy in a battery can also supply electrical power by means of electrolysis.
[23] Which of the following is the petroleum wax?
A.
Bees wax
B.
Carnauba wax
C.
Paraffin wax
D.
Jojoba wax
Ans:
Paraffin wax
Explanation :
Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It's made from saturated hydrocarbons. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
[24] Which variety of coal contains recognizable traces of the original plant material?
A.
Anthracite
B.
Lignite
C.
Peat
D.
Bitumen
Ans:
Peat
Explanation :
Peat, also known as turf is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is unique to natural areas called peatlands, bogs, mires, moors, or muskegs.
[25] Who is author of the book 'Apprenticeship of a Mahatma' on which the film called 'The Making of the Mahatma' is based?
A.
Arundhati Roy
B.
Shyam Benegal
C.
Shobha De
D.
Fatima Meer
Ans:
Fatima Meer
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Sound intensity, also known as acoustic intensity, is defined as the power carried by sound waves per unit area in a direction perpendicular to that area. ... Sound intensity is not the same physical quantity as sound pressure. Human hearing is directly sensitive to sound pressure which is related to sound intensity
[22] Conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy occurs in -
A.
dynamos
B.
electric heaters
C.
battery
D.
atomic bombs
Ans:
battery
Explanation :
The chemical energy in food is converted by the body into mechanical energy and heat. The chemical energy in coal is converted into electrical energy at a power plant. The chemical energy in a battery can also supply electrical power by means of electrolysis.
[23] Which of the following is the petroleum wax?
A.
Bees wax
B.
Carnauba wax
C.
Paraffin wax
D.
Jojoba wax
Ans:
Paraffin wax
Explanation :
Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It's made from saturated hydrocarbons. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
[24] Which variety of coal contains recognizable traces of the original plant material?
A.
Anthracite
B.
Lignite
C.
Peat
D.
Bitumen
Ans:
Peat
Explanation :
Peat, also known as turf is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is unique to natural areas called peatlands, bogs, mires, moors, or muskegs.
[25] Who is author of the book 'Apprenticeship of a Mahatma' on which the film called 'The Making of the Mahatma' is based?
A.
Arundhati Roy
B.
Shyam Benegal
C.
Shobha De
D.
Fatima Meer
Ans:
Fatima Meer
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft, solid wax. It's made from saturated hydrocarbons. It's often used in skin-softening salon and spa treatments on the hands, cuticles, and feet because it's colorless, tasteless, and odorless. It can also be used to provide pain relief to sore joints and muscles.
[24] Which variety of coal contains recognizable traces of the original plant material?
A.
Anthracite
B.
Lignite
C.
Peat
D.
Bitumen
Ans:
Peat
Explanation :
Peat, also known as turf is an accumulation of partially decayed vegetation or organic matter. It is unique to natural areas called peatlands, bogs, mires, moors, or muskegs.
[25] Who is author of the book 'Apprenticeship of a Mahatma' on which the film called 'The Making of the Mahatma' is based?
A.
Arundhati Roy
B.
Shyam Benegal
C.
Shobha De
D.
Fatima Meer
Ans:
Fatima Meer
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Fatima Meer (12 August 1928 – 12 March 2010) was a South African writer, academic, screenwriter, and prominent anti-apartheid activist.
[26] The 'break-even point is where -
A.
Marginal revenue equals marginal cost
B.
Average revenue equals average cost
C.
Total revenue equals total cost
D.
None of these
Ans:
Average revenue equals average cost
Explanation :
When average cost equals average profit, the firm's cash outlay will equal its expenses. As a result, the corporation will record no profit. Such a situation may arise under a variety of circumstances and is a hallmark of perfectly competitive markets.
[27] South-South dialogue is associated with -
A.
Co-operation among developing nations
B.
Arms conference
C.
Summit meeting between developed and developing countries
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Co-operation among developing nations
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Cooperation among countries can be an effective tool to strengthen, share and accelerate health development within countries and across regions. It involves creating, adapting, transferring and sharing knowledge and experiences to improve health – while also making the most of existing resources and capacities.
[28] How far did the Indian Team reach in the Womens Cricket World Cup Tournament 2005 held in South Africa?
A.
Finals
B.
Semifinals
C.
Quarter-finals
D.
Preliminary round
Ans:
Finals
Explanation :
0
[29] Which Article of the Constitution of India accords special status to the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.
324
B.
311
C.
370
D.
356
Ans:
370
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Article 370 acknowledges the special status of the state of Jammu and Kashmir in terms of autonomy and its ability to formulate laws for the state's permanent residents. In the 1954 Presidential order, among other things, the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution were made applicable to Kashmir with exceptions.
[30] In order to be recognised as an official opposition Group in the Parliament how many seats should it have?
A.
1/3 rd of the total strength
B.
1/4 th of the total strength
C.
1/6 th of the total strength
D.
1/10 th of the total strength
Ans:
1/10 th of the total strength
Explanation :
Official Opposition is a term used in Parliament of India and State Legislatures to designate the pol itical party which has secured the second largest number of seats in either upper or lower houses. In order to get formal recognition in either upper or lower houses, the ... Many of the Indian state legislatures also follows this 10% rule
[31] What does the "Judicial Review" function of the Supreme Court mean?
A.
Review its own judgement
B.
Review the functioning of judiciary in the country
C.
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
D.
Undertake periodic review of the Constitution
Ans:
Examine the constitutional validity of the laws
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. A court with authority for judicial review may invalidate laws, acts and governmental actions that are incompatible with a higher authority: an executive decision may be invalidated for being unlawful or a statute may be invalidated for violating the terms of a constitution. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority. The doctrine varies between jurisdictions, so the procedure and scope of judicial review may differ between and within countries.
[32] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[33] Mughal presence in the Red Ford ceased with the fall of:
A.
Aurangzeb
B.
Muhammad Shah
C.
Shah Alam
D.
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Ans:
Bahadur Shah ‘Zafar’
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Bahadur Shah Zafar or Bahadur Shah II (24 October 1775 – 7 November 1862) was the last Mughal emperor. He was the second son of and became the successor to his father, Akbar II, upon his death on 28 September 1837.
[34] Who was the first known Gupta ruler?
A.
Sri Gupta
B.
Chandragupta I
C.
Ghatotkacha
D.
Kumaragupta I
Ans:
Sri Gupta
Explanation :
Gupta was the founder of the Gupta dynasty of northern India. He is identified with king Che-li-ki-to (believed to be the Chinese transcription of "Shri-Gupta")
[35] Which of the following international prizes/awards is given for outstanding contribution in the field of journalism?
A.
Booker Prize
B.
Pulitzer Prize
C.
Sakharov Prize
D.
Sullivan Award
Ans:
Pulitzer Prize
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
The Pulitzer Prize is an award for achievements in newspaper, magazine and online journalism, literature, and musical composition in the United States
[36] Who is recognized as the Father of Geometry?
A.
Pythagoras
B.
Euclid
C.
Johann Kepler
D.
Rene Descartes
Ans:
Euclid
Explanation :
Euclid sometimes called Euclid of Alexandria to distinguish him from Euclid of Megara, was a Greek mathematician, often referred to as the "founder of .geometry
[37] With which of the following fields is Ben Kingsley associated?
A.
sports
B.
Medical Science
C.
Motion Picture
D.
Social Service
Ans:
Motion Picture
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Motion picture, also called film or movie, series of still photographs on film, projected in rapid succession onto a screen by means of light.
[38] Who from the following leaders was not assassinated?
A.
Mahatma Gandhi
B.
Liaqat Ali Khan
C.
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
D.
Lord Louis Mountbatten
Ans:
Muhammed Ali Jinnah
Explanation :
Muhammad Ali Jinnah (born Mahomedali Jinnahbhai; 25 December 1876 – 11 September 1948) was a barrister, politician and the founder of Pakistan. Jinnah served as the leader of the All-India Muslim League from 1913 until Pakistan's creation on 14 August 1947, and then as Pakistan's first Governor- General until his death.
[39] When was colour TV transmission introduced in India?
A.
1980
B.
1981
C.
1982
D.
1984
Ans:
1982
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
National telecast was introduced in 1982. In the same year, color television was introduced in the Indian market. Indian small screen programming began in the early 1980s. During this time, there was only one national channel, the government-owned Doordarshan.
[40] The Indian Constitution recognises minorities on the basis of:
A.
Religion
B.
Caste
C.
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
D.
Colour
Ans:
Percentage of the population of the Group to the total population
Explanation :
As per Article 29 of Indian Constitution, minorities are recognised on the basis of: Religion. Linguistic. Caste.
[41] Which of the following domesticated animals was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization?
A.
Buffalo
B.
Sheep
C.
Cow
D.
Pig
Ans:
Buffalo
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Cow was absent in the terracottas of the Indus civilization. The terracotta figurines excavated at Harappan site had images of oxen, buffaloes, pigs, goat, sheep and humpes bull. Cow was famous in vedic culture
[42] Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists?
A.
Upanishad
B.
Vedas
C.
Tripitaka
D.
Jatakas
Ans:
Tripitaka
Explanation :
Tripitaka or Three Baskets is a traditional term used for various Buddhist scriptures. It is known as pali Canon in English. The three pitakas are Sutta Pitaka, Vinaya Pitaka and Abhidhamma Pitaka.
[43] The greatest development in the Kushana period was in the field of:
A.
religion
B.
art
C.
literature
D.
architecture
Ans:
architecture
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
The art and culture of Gandhara, at the crossroads of the Kushan hegemony, continued the traditions of Greco-Buddhist art and are the best known expressions of Kushan influences to Westerners.
[44] Who was the founder Director of the TIFR?
A.
S.S. Bhatnagar
B.
H. J. Bhabha
C.
M. N. Saha
D.
Vikram Sarabhai
Ans:
H. J. Bhabha
Explanation :
Homi Jehangir Bhabha (30 October 1909 – 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist, founding director, and professor of physics at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR). Colloquially known as "father of the Indian nuclear programme", Bhabha was also the founding director of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET) which is now named the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour. TIFR and AEET were the cornerstone of Indian development of nuclear weapons which Bhabha also supervised as director.
[45] When was ISRO set up?
A.
1965
B.
1969
C.
1971
D.
1976
Ans:
1969
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
INDIAN SPACE RESEARCH ORGANIZATION (I.S.R.O.) was formed in 15 august 1969. It superseded the erstwhile “Indian National Committe For Space Research” (INCOSPAR) which was established in 1962 by the efforts of Independent India's first prime minister‚ Jawaharlal Nehru‚ and his close aide and scientist Vikram Sarabhai.
[46] How many countries have exploded the atom bomb before India?
A.
5
B.
6
C.
4
D.
3
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Till the Indian test, apart from the US only four other countries - the former Soviet Union, Britain, France and China - had exploded H-bombs.
[47] ‘Khalsa' was founded by -
A.
Guru Gobind Singh
B.
Gum das
C.
Guru Nanak
D.
Arjun Dev
Ans:
Guru Gobind Singh
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Guru Gobind Singh ([gʊɾuː goːbɪndᵊ sɪŋgᵊ])(22 December 1666 – 7 October 1708), born Gobind Rai, was the tenth Sikh Guru, a spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher.
[48] Which from the following was authored by Mulk Raj Anand?
A.
The Village
B.
A Stenger Called
C.
Dark Room
D.
My God Died Young
Ans:
The Village
Explanation :
Untouchable, which captures the vernacular inventiveness of the Punjabi and Hindi idiom in English was widely acclaimed, and won Anand his reputation as India's Charles Dickens. The novel's introduction was written by his friend E. M. Forster, whom he met while working on T. S. Eliot's magazine Criterion
[49] Who is the President of the World Bank?
A.
Paul Wolfowitz
B.
James Wolfensohn.
C.
Rodrigo De Rato
D.
Allen Greenspan
Ans:
Paul Wolfowitz
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts
Explanation :
Paul Dundes Wolfowitz born December 22, 1943) is an American political scientist and diplomat who served as the 10th President of the World Bank, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS.
[50] Which is not included in the private income arising in a country?
A.
Factor income from net domestic product
B.
Net factor income from abroad
C.
Current Transfers from Government
D.
Current payments on for loans
Ans:
Current payments on for loans
Explanation :
Current Pay Loan means any Transferred Loan (a) in respect of which the Servicer or Originator shall have taken any of the following actions: charging a default rate of interest, restricting Obligor's right to make subordinated payments (other than payments in respect of owner's debts