[1] The first computer made available for commercial use was:
A.
MANIAC
B.
ENIAC
C.
UNIVAC
D.
EDSAC
Ans:
UNIVAC
Explanation :
The first computer made available for commercial use was UNIVAC. This was designed principally by J. Presper Eckert and John Mauchly, who were inventors of the ENIAC.
[2] A communication network which is used by large organizations over regional, national or global area is called:
A.
LAN
B.
WAN
C.
MAN
D.
VAN
Ans:
WAN
Explanation :
WAN stands for wide area network. It is a combination of several other smaller LANs (Local area network) or MANs (Metropolitan area network
[3] The Drafting of the Constitution was completed on:
A.
26th January, 1950
B.
26th December, 1949
C.
26th November, 1949
D.
30th November, 1949
Ans:
26th November, 1949
Explanation :
141 days into working on it, a first draft of the constitution was submitted to the Assembly on November 4, 1947.
[4] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru
B.
Sardar Patel
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was the first chairman (temporary) of Constituent Assembly. Later Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected as the president and Its vice-president was Harendra Coomar Mookerjee, a Christian from Bengal and former vice-chancellor of Calcutta University.
[5] Which innovative discussion process is into Introduced by the Indian parliament to the World Parliamentary Systems?
A.
Question hour
B.
Zero hour
C.
Resolutions
D.
Presidential Speech
Ans:
Zero hour
Explanation :
Zero hour innovative discussion process is introduced by the Indian parliament to the world parliamentary systems. your answer is ,zero hour innovative discussion
[6] The judges of the Supreme C retire at the age of:
A.
60 years
B.
65 years
C.
62 years
D.
58 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
At present, Supreme Court judges retire at the age of 65 whereas high court judges demit offices at 62. The superannuation ages of these judges have been fixed under the pertinent provisions of the Constitution.
[7] The strong earthquake-cum-tsunami which has moved Japan's main island by a few feet and has caused the Earth's axis to wobble is expected to lead to the shortening of the day by:
A.
1.6 microseconds
B.
2.3 microseconds
C.
3.1 microseconds
D.
3.4 microseconds
Ans:
1.6 microseconds
Explanation :
0
[8] The Project Snow Leopard' to conserve the endangered species, launched by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests convers the state of:
A.
Jammu & Kashmir Himachal Pradesh only
B.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand only
C.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand and Arunachal Pradesh only
D.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim
Explanation :
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has recently downgraded the species from endangered to vulnerable. Funded by the United Nations Development Programme, the project will cover Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Sikkim.
[9] The 2010 FIFA World Cup Final was held at:
A.
Paris
B.
Berlin
C.
Johannesburg
D.
London
Ans:
Johannesburg
Explanation :
The 2010 FIFA World Cup was the 19th FIFA World Cup, the world championship for men's national association football teams. It took place in South Africa from 11 June to 11 July 2010.
[10] Who of the following received-Sangeet Natak Akademi's Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puruskar for 2009 in 'Hindustani Vocal Music'?
A.
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar
B.
Ragini Chander Shekar
C.
Abanti Chakravorty and Sukracharya Rabha
D.
K. Nellái Manikandan
Ans:
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar
Explanation :
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar has been duly awarded for his talent with the Vidyasagar Award from music forum. He is awarded the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar of Sangeet Natak Akademi for the year 2009 for his notable talent in the field of Hindustani Vocal Music.
[11] Which of the following folk/tribal dances is associated with Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Veedhi
B.
Thora
C.
Tamasha
D.
Rauf
Ans:
Thora
Explanation :
0
[12] Which of the following books has been written by Atiq Rahimi?
A.
Earth and Ashes
B.
This Savage Rite
C.
The Red Devil
D.
Witness the Night
Ans:
Earth and Ashes
Explanation :
Earth and Ashes is a story of such spareness and power it leaves the reader reeling. Set during the Russian occupation of Afghanistan, it is a fable about war, family, home and tradition. An old man and his grandson sit in a deserted landscape of dusty roads and looming mountains.
[13] Who is the recepient of the Sahitya Akademi Award 2010 in Hindi Literature category?
A.
Uday Prakash
B.
Laxman Dubey
C.
Nanjil Nandan
D.
Mangat Badal
Ans:
Uday Prakash
Explanation :
Uday Prakash (born 1 January 1952) is a Hindi poet, scholar, journalist, translator and short story writer from India. He has worked as administrator, editor.
[14] The Greek ambassador sent Chandragupta Maurya's Co was:
A.
Kautilya
B.
Seleucus Nicator
C.
Megasthenes
D.
Justin
Ans:
Megasth
Explanation :
Seleucus dispatched an ambassador, Megasthenes, to Chandragupta, and later Antiochos sent Deimakos to his son Bindusara, at the Maurya court at Pataliputra (modern Patna in Bihar state).
[15] Identify the European power from whom Shivaji obtained cannons and ammunition:
A.
The French
B.
The Portuguese
C.
The Dutch
D.
The English
Ans:
The Portuguese
Explanation :
Shivaji used cannons and ammunition from the Portuguese to attack the English. In June 1661, Shivaji's soldiers plindered Rajapur and captured several Englishmen. This was payback for the english aid to Bijapur. The folowing year he captured a band of Englishmen in Surat for supplying ammunition to his enemies.
[16] The call of "Back to the Vedas was given by:
A.
Swami Vivekananda
B.
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Ans:
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
Explanation :
Back to Vedas. This was Swami Dayanand Saraswati's call when he established the Arya Samaj that is today known more for conducting 'instant' marriages than espousing high philosophy
[17] Simon Commission was boycotted by the nationalist leaders of India because:
A.
they felt that it was only an eyewash
B.
all the members of the Commission were English
C.
the members of the Commission were biased against India
D.
it did not meet the demands of the Indians
Ans:
all the members of the Commission were English
Explanation :
The new Tory government in Britain constituted a statutory commission under Sir John Simon. It was set up in response to the nationalist movement, to look into the functioning of the constitutional system in India and suggest changes. It failed because the commission did not have a single Indian member.
[18] Who among the following British persons admitted the Revolt of 1857 as a national revolt?
A.
Lord Dalhousie
B.
Lord Canning
C.
Lord Ellenborough
D.
Disraeli
Ans:
Disraeli
Explanation :
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, KG, PC, FRS (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician of the Conservative Party who twice served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
[19] How much of the Earth's land surface is desert?
A.
1/10th
B.
1/5th
C.
1/3rd
D.
1/6th
Ans:
1/5th
Explanation :
Most of the world's surface is covered in water, in the form of oceans. The remaining landmass of Earth amounts to approximately 29 percent of the surface. Of this remaining 29 percent, deserts of all types constitute an estimated 33 percent, or one-third, of the Earth's total landmass.
[20] Which of the following is called the 'shrimp capital of India'?
A.
Mangalore
B.
Nagapatnam
C.
Kochi
D.
Nellore
Ans:
Nellore
Explanation :
Nellore district is called the "Shrimp capital of India" due to its high production of cultured shrimp.
[21] River Indus originates from:
A.
Hindukush range
B.
Himalayan range
C.
Karakoram range
D.
Kailash range
Ans:
Kailash range
Explanation :
It is a branch of the Ladakh range which is situated in the western Tibet. Its average elevation is 5,500- 6,000 mt above sea level and its average width is 30 km. Mount Kailash (6,714 mt) is the highest peak of this range. River Indus originates from the northern slope of the Kailash range.
[22] The lowest layer of the atmosphere is:
A.
Stratosphere
B.
Thermosphere
C.
Troposphere
D.
Mesosphere
Ans:
Troposphere
Explanation :
The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, and is also where nearly all weather conditions take place. It contains 75% of the atmosphere's mass and 99% of the total mass of water vapour and aerosols.
[23] The Konkan Railway connects:
A.
Goa — Mangalore
B.
Roha — Mangalore
C.
Kanyakumari — Mangalore
D.
Kanyaliumari — Mumbai
Ans:
Roha — Mangalore
Explanation :
The Konkan Railway is a railway operated by the Konkan Railway Corporation, with its headquarters at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The 741-km (461-mi) line connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka
[24] Bark of this tree is used as a condiment –
A.
Cinnamon
B.
Clove
C.
Neem
D.
Palm
Ans:
Cinnamon
Explanation :
At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.
[25] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariate in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Baker
C.
Robert Tor Russell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Herbert Baker
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
The first computer made available for commercial use was UNIVAC. This was designed principally by J. Presper Eckert and John Mauchly, who were inventors of the ENIAC.
[2] A communication network which is used by large organizations over regional, national or global area is called:
A.
LAN
B.
WAN
C.
MAN
D.
VAN
Ans:
WAN
Explanation :
WAN stands for wide area network. It is a combination of several other smaller LANs (Local area network) or MANs (Metropolitan area network
[3] The Drafting of the Constitution was completed on:
A.
26th January, 1950
B.
26th December, 1949
C.
26th November, 1949
D.
30th November, 1949
Ans:
26th November, 1949
Explanation :
141 days into working on it, a first draft of the constitution was submitted to the Assembly on November 4, 1947.
[4] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru
B.
Sardar Patel
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was the first chairman (temporary) of Constituent Assembly. Later Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected as the president and Its vice-president was Harendra Coomar Mookerjee, a Christian from Bengal and former vice-chancellor of Calcutta University.
[5] Which innovative discussion process is into Introduced by the Indian parliament to the World Parliamentary Systems?
A.
Question hour
B.
Zero hour
C.
Resolutions
D.
Presidential Speech
Ans:
Zero hour
Explanation :
Zero hour innovative discussion process is introduced by the Indian parliament to the world parliamentary systems. your answer is ,zero hour innovative discussion
[6] The judges of the Supreme C retire at the age of:
A.
60 years
B.
65 years
C.
62 years
D.
58 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
At present, Supreme Court judges retire at the age of 65 whereas high court judges demit offices at 62. The superannuation ages of these judges have been fixed under the pertinent provisions of the Constitution.
[7] The strong earthquake-cum-tsunami which has moved Japan's main island by a few feet and has caused the Earth's axis to wobble is expected to lead to the shortening of the day by:
A.
1.6 microseconds
B.
2.3 microseconds
C.
3.1 microseconds
D.
3.4 microseconds
Ans:
1.6 microseconds
Explanation :
0
[8] The Project Snow Leopard' to conserve the endangered species, launched by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests convers the state of:
A.
Jammu & Kashmir Himachal Pradesh only
B.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand only
C.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand and Arunachal Pradesh only
D.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim
Explanation :
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has recently downgraded the species from endangered to vulnerable. Funded by the United Nations Development Programme, the project will cover Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Sikkim.
[9] The 2010 FIFA World Cup Final was held at:
A.
Paris
B.
Berlin
C.
Johannesburg
D.
London
Ans:
Johannesburg
Explanation :
The 2010 FIFA World Cup was the 19th FIFA World Cup, the world championship for men's national association football teams. It took place in South Africa from 11 June to 11 July 2010.
[10] Who of the following received-Sangeet Natak Akademi's Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puruskar for 2009 in 'Hindustani Vocal Music'?
A.
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar
B.
Ragini Chander Shekar
C.
Abanti Chakravorty and Sukracharya Rabha
D.
K. Nellái Manikandan
Ans:
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar
Explanation :
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar has been duly awarded for his talent with the Vidyasagar Award from music forum. He is awarded the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar of Sangeet Natak Akademi for the year 2009 for his notable talent in the field of Hindustani Vocal Music.
[11] Which of the following folk/tribal dances is associated with Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Veedhi
B.
Thora
C.
Tamasha
D.
Rauf
Ans:
Thora
Explanation :
0
[12] Which of the following books has been written by Atiq Rahimi?
A.
Earth and Ashes
B.
This Savage Rite
C.
The Red Devil
D.
Witness the Night
Ans:
Earth and Ashes
Explanation :
Earth and Ashes is a story of such spareness and power it leaves the reader reeling. Set during the Russian occupation of Afghanistan, it is a fable about war, family, home and tradition. An old man and his grandson sit in a deserted landscape of dusty roads and looming mountains.
[13] Who is the recepient of the Sahitya Akademi Award 2010 in Hindi Literature category?
A.
Uday Prakash
B.
Laxman Dubey
C.
Nanjil Nandan
D.
Mangat Badal
Ans:
Uday Prakash
Explanation :
Uday Prakash (born 1 January 1952) is a Hindi poet, scholar, journalist, translator and short story writer from India. He has worked as administrator, editor.
[14] The Greek ambassador sent Chandragupta Maurya's Co was:
A.
Kautilya
B.
Seleucus Nicator
C.
Megasthenes
D.
Justin
Ans:
Megasth
Explanation :
Seleucus dispatched an ambassador, Megasthenes, to Chandragupta, and later Antiochos sent Deimakos to his son Bindusara, at the Maurya court at Pataliputra (modern Patna in Bihar state).
[15] Identify the European power from whom Shivaji obtained cannons and ammunition:
A.
The French
B.
The Portuguese
C.
The Dutch
D.
The English
Ans:
The Portuguese
Explanation :
Shivaji used cannons and ammunition from the Portuguese to attack the English. In June 1661, Shivaji's soldiers plindered Rajapur and captured several Englishmen. This was payback for the english aid to Bijapur. The folowing year he captured a band of Englishmen in Surat for supplying ammunition to his enemies.
[16] The call of "Back to the Vedas was given by:
A.
Swami Vivekananda
B.
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Ans:
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
Explanation :
Back to Vedas. This was Swami Dayanand Saraswati's call when he established the Arya Samaj that is today known more for conducting 'instant' marriages than espousing high philosophy
[17] Simon Commission was boycotted by the nationalist leaders of India because:
A.
they felt that it was only an eyewash
B.
all the members of the Commission were English
C.
the members of the Commission were biased against India
D.
it did not meet the demands of the Indians
Ans:
all the members of the Commission were English
Explanation :
The new Tory government in Britain constituted a statutory commission under Sir John Simon. It was set up in response to the nationalist movement, to look into the functioning of the constitutional system in India and suggest changes. It failed because the commission did not have a single Indian member.
[18] Who among the following British persons admitted the Revolt of 1857 as a national revolt?
A.
Lord Dalhousie
B.
Lord Canning
C.
Lord Ellenborough
D.
Disraeli
Ans:
Disraeli
Explanation :
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, KG, PC, FRS (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician of the Conservative Party who twice served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
[19] How much of the Earth's land surface is desert?
A.
1/10th
B.
1/5th
C.
1/3rd
D.
1/6th
Ans:
1/5th
Explanation :
Most of the world's surface is covered in water, in the form of oceans. The remaining landmass of Earth amounts to approximately 29 percent of the surface. Of this remaining 29 percent, deserts of all types constitute an estimated 33 percent, or one-third, of the Earth's total landmass.
[20] Which of the following is called the 'shrimp capital of India'?
A.
Mangalore
B.
Nagapatnam
C.
Kochi
D.
Nellore
Ans:
Nellore
Explanation :
Nellore district is called the "Shrimp capital of India" due to its high production of cultured shrimp.
[21] River Indus originates from:
A.
Hindukush range
B.
Himalayan range
C.
Karakoram range
D.
Kailash range
Ans:
Kailash range
Explanation :
It is a branch of the Ladakh range which is situated in the western Tibet. Its average elevation is 5,500- 6,000 mt above sea level and its average width is 30 km. Mount Kailash (6,714 mt) is the highest peak of this range. River Indus originates from the northern slope of the Kailash range.
[22] The lowest layer of the atmosphere is:
A.
Stratosphere
B.
Thermosphere
C.
Troposphere
D.
Mesosphere
Ans:
Troposphere
Explanation :
The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, and is also where nearly all weather conditions take place. It contains 75% of the atmosphere's mass and 99% of the total mass of water vapour and aerosols.
[23] The Konkan Railway connects:
A.
Goa — Mangalore
B.
Roha — Mangalore
C.
Kanyakumari — Mangalore
D.
Kanyaliumari — Mumbai
Ans:
Roha — Mangalore
Explanation :
The Konkan Railway is a railway operated by the Konkan Railway Corporation, with its headquarters at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The 741-km (461-mi) line connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka
[24] Bark of this tree is used as a condiment –
A.
Cinnamon
B.
Clove
C.
Neem
D.
Palm
Ans:
Cinnamon
Explanation :
At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.
[25] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariate in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Baker
C.
Robert Tor Russell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Herbert Baker
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
141 days into working on it, a first draft of the constitution was submitted to the Assembly on November 4, 1947.
[4] Who was the President of the Constituent Assembly?
A.
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru
B.
Sardar Patel
C.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
D.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Ans:
Dr. Rajendra Prasad
Explanation :
Dr. Sachchidananda Sinha was the first chairman (temporary) of Constituent Assembly. Later Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected as the president and Its vice-president was Harendra Coomar Mookerjee, a Christian from Bengal and former vice-chancellor of Calcutta University.
[5] Which innovative discussion process is into Introduced by the Indian parliament to the World Parliamentary Systems?
A.
Question hour
B.
Zero hour
C.
Resolutions
D.
Presidential Speech
Ans:
Zero hour
Explanation :
Zero hour innovative discussion process is introduced by the Indian parliament to the world parliamentary systems. your answer is ,zero hour innovative discussion
[6] The judges of the Supreme C retire at the age of:
A.
60 years
B.
65 years
C.
62 years
D.
58 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
At present, Supreme Court judges retire at the age of 65 whereas high court judges demit offices at 62. The superannuation ages of these judges have been fixed under the pertinent provisions of the Constitution.
[7] The strong earthquake-cum-tsunami which has moved Japan's main island by a few feet and has caused the Earth's axis to wobble is expected to lead to the shortening of the day by:
A.
1.6 microseconds
B.
2.3 microseconds
C.
3.1 microseconds
D.
3.4 microseconds
Ans:
1.6 microseconds
Explanation :
0
[8] The Project Snow Leopard' to conserve the endangered species, launched by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests convers the state of:
A.
Jammu & Kashmir Himachal Pradesh only
B.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand only
C.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand and Arunachal Pradesh only
D.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim
Explanation :
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has recently downgraded the species from endangered to vulnerable. Funded by the United Nations Development Programme, the project will cover Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Sikkim.
[9] The 2010 FIFA World Cup Final was held at:
A.
Paris
B.
Berlin
C.
Johannesburg
D.
London
Ans:
Johannesburg
Explanation :
The 2010 FIFA World Cup was the 19th FIFA World Cup, the world championship for men's national association football teams. It took place in South Africa from 11 June to 11 July 2010.
[10] Who of the following received-Sangeet Natak Akademi's Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puruskar for 2009 in 'Hindustani Vocal Music'?
A.
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar
B.
Ragini Chander Shekar
C.
Abanti Chakravorty and Sukracharya Rabha
D.
K. Nellái Manikandan
Ans:
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar
Explanation :
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar has been duly awarded for his talent with the Vidyasagar Award from music forum. He is awarded the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar of Sangeet Natak Akademi for the year 2009 for his notable talent in the field of Hindustani Vocal Music.
[11] Which of the following folk/tribal dances is associated with Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Veedhi
B.
Thora
C.
Tamasha
D.
Rauf
Ans:
Thora
Explanation :
0
[12] Which of the following books has been written by Atiq Rahimi?
A.
Earth and Ashes
B.
This Savage Rite
C.
The Red Devil
D.
Witness the Night
Ans:
Earth and Ashes
Explanation :
Earth and Ashes is a story of such spareness and power it leaves the reader reeling. Set during the Russian occupation of Afghanistan, it is a fable about war, family, home and tradition. An old man and his grandson sit in a deserted landscape of dusty roads and looming mountains.
[13] Who is the recepient of the Sahitya Akademi Award 2010 in Hindi Literature category?
A.
Uday Prakash
B.
Laxman Dubey
C.
Nanjil Nandan
D.
Mangat Badal
Ans:
Uday Prakash
Explanation :
Uday Prakash (born 1 January 1952) is a Hindi poet, scholar, journalist, translator and short story writer from India. He has worked as administrator, editor.
[14] The Greek ambassador sent Chandragupta Maurya's Co was:
A.
Kautilya
B.
Seleucus Nicator
C.
Megasthenes
D.
Justin
Ans:
Megasth
Explanation :
Seleucus dispatched an ambassador, Megasthenes, to Chandragupta, and later Antiochos sent Deimakos to his son Bindusara, at the Maurya court at Pataliputra (modern Patna in Bihar state).
[15] Identify the European power from whom Shivaji obtained cannons and ammunition:
A.
The French
B.
The Portuguese
C.
The Dutch
D.
The English
Ans:
The Portuguese
Explanation :
Shivaji used cannons and ammunition from the Portuguese to attack the English. In June 1661, Shivaji's soldiers plindered Rajapur and captured several Englishmen. This was payback for the english aid to Bijapur. The folowing year he captured a band of Englishmen in Surat for supplying ammunition to his enemies.
[16] The call of "Back to the Vedas was given by:
A.
Swami Vivekananda
B.
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Ans:
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
Explanation :
Back to Vedas. This was Swami Dayanand Saraswati's call when he established the Arya Samaj that is today known more for conducting 'instant' marriages than espousing high philosophy
[17] Simon Commission was boycotted by the nationalist leaders of India because:
A.
they felt that it was only an eyewash
B.
all the members of the Commission were English
C.
the members of the Commission were biased against India
D.
it did not meet the demands of the Indians
Ans:
all the members of the Commission were English
Explanation :
The new Tory government in Britain constituted a statutory commission under Sir John Simon. It was set up in response to the nationalist movement, to look into the functioning of the constitutional system in India and suggest changes. It failed because the commission did not have a single Indian member.
[18] Who among the following British persons admitted the Revolt of 1857 as a national revolt?
A.
Lord Dalhousie
B.
Lord Canning
C.
Lord Ellenborough
D.
Disraeli
Ans:
Disraeli
Explanation :
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, KG, PC, FRS (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician of the Conservative Party who twice served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
[19] How much of the Earth's land surface is desert?
A.
1/10th
B.
1/5th
C.
1/3rd
D.
1/6th
Ans:
1/5th
Explanation :
Most of the world's surface is covered in water, in the form of oceans. The remaining landmass of Earth amounts to approximately 29 percent of the surface. Of this remaining 29 percent, deserts of all types constitute an estimated 33 percent, or one-third, of the Earth's total landmass.
[20] Which of the following is called the 'shrimp capital of India'?
A.
Mangalore
B.
Nagapatnam
C.
Kochi
D.
Nellore
Ans:
Nellore
Explanation :
Nellore district is called the "Shrimp capital of India" due to its high production of cultured shrimp.
[21] River Indus originates from:
A.
Hindukush range
B.
Himalayan range
C.
Karakoram range
D.
Kailash range
Ans:
Kailash range
Explanation :
It is a branch of the Ladakh range which is situated in the western Tibet. Its average elevation is 5,500- 6,000 mt above sea level and its average width is 30 km. Mount Kailash (6,714 mt) is the highest peak of this range. River Indus originates from the northern slope of the Kailash range.
[22] The lowest layer of the atmosphere is:
A.
Stratosphere
B.
Thermosphere
C.
Troposphere
D.
Mesosphere
Ans:
Troposphere
Explanation :
The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, and is also where nearly all weather conditions take place. It contains 75% of the atmosphere's mass and 99% of the total mass of water vapour and aerosols.
[23] The Konkan Railway connects:
A.
Goa — Mangalore
B.
Roha — Mangalore
C.
Kanyakumari — Mangalore
D.
Kanyaliumari — Mumbai
Ans:
Roha — Mangalore
Explanation :
The Konkan Railway is a railway operated by the Konkan Railway Corporation, with its headquarters at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The 741-km (461-mi) line connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka
[24] Bark of this tree is used as a condiment –
A.
Cinnamon
B.
Clove
C.
Neem
D.
Palm
Ans:
Cinnamon
Explanation :
At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.
[25] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariate in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Baker
C.
Robert Tor Russell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Herbert Baker
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
Zero hour innovative discussion process is introduced by the Indian parliament to the world parliamentary systems. your answer is ,zero hour innovative discussion
[6] The judges of the Supreme C retire at the age of:
A.
60 years
B.
65 years
C.
62 years
D.
58 years
Ans:
65 years
Explanation :
At present, Supreme Court judges retire at the age of 65 whereas high court judges demit offices at 62. The superannuation ages of these judges have been fixed under the pertinent provisions of the Constitution.
[7] The strong earthquake-cum-tsunami which has moved Japan's main island by a few feet and has caused the Earth's axis to wobble is expected to lead to the shortening of the day by:
A.
1.6 microseconds
B.
2.3 microseconds
C.
3.1 microseconds
D.
3.4 microseconds
Ans:
1.6 microseconds
Explanation :
0
[8] The Project Snow Leopard' to conserve the endangered species, launched by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests convers the state of:
A.
Jammu & Kashmir Himachal Pradesh only
B.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand only
C.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand and Arunachal Pradesh only
D.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim
Explanation :
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has recently downgraded the species from endangered to vulnerable. Funded by the United Nations Development Programme, the project will cover Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Sikkim.
[9] The 2010 FIFA World Cup Final was held at:
A.
Paris
B.
Berlin
C.
Johannesburg
D.
London
Ans:
Johannesburg
Explanation :
The 2010 FIFA World Cup was the 19th FIFA World Cup, the world championship for men's national association football teams. It took place in South Africa from 11 June to 11 July 2010.
[10] Who of the following received-Sangeet Natak Akademi's Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puruskar for 2009 in 'Hindustani Vocal Music'?
A.
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar
B.
Ragini Chander Shekar
C.
Abanti Chakravorty and Sukracharya Rabha
D.
K. Nellái Manikandan
Ans:
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar
Explanation :
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar has been duly awarded for his talent with the Vidyasagar Award from music forum. He is awarded the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar of Sangeet Natak Akademi for the year 2009 for his notable talent in the field of Hindustani Vocal Music.
[11] Which of the following folk/tribal dances is associated with Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Veedhi
B.
Thora
C.
Tamasha
D.
Rauf
Ans:
Thora
Explanation :
0
[12] Which of the following books has been written by Atiq Rahimi?
A.
Earth and Ashes
B.
This Savage Rite
C.
The Red Devil
D.
Witness the Night
Ans:
Earth and Ashes
Explanation :
Earth and Ashes is a story of such spareness and power it leaves the reader reeling. Set during the Russian occupation of Afghanistan, it is a fable about war, family, home and tradition. An old man and his grandson sit in a deserted landscape of dusty roads and looming mountains.
[13] Who is the recepient of the Sahitya Akademi Award 2010 in Hindi Literature category?
A.
Uday Prakash
B.
Laxman Dubey
C.
Nanjil Nandan
D.
Mangat Badal
Ans:
Uday Prakash
Explanation :
Uday Prakash (born 1 January 1952) is a Hindi poet, scholar, journalist, translator and short story writer from India. He has worked as administrator, editor.
[14] The Greek ambassador sent Chandragupta Maurya's Co was:
A.
Kautilya
B.
Seleucus Nicator
C.
Megasthenes
D.
Justin
Ans:
Megasth
Explanation :
Seleucus dispatched an ambassador, Megasthenes, to Chandragupta, and later Antiochos sent Deimakos to his son Bindusara, at the Maurya court at Pataliputra (modern Patna in Bihar state).
[15] Identify the European power from whom Shivaji obtained cannons and ammunition:
A.
The French
B.
The Portuguese
C.
The Dutch
D.
The English
Ans:
The Portuguese
Explanation :
Shivaji used cannons and ammunition from the Portuguese to attack the English. In June 1661, Shivaji's soldiers plindered Rajapur and captured several Englishmen. This was payback for the english aid to Bijapur. The folowing year he captured a band of Englishmen in Surat for supplying ammunition to his enemies.
[16] The call of "Back to the Vedas was given by:
A.
Swami Vivekananda
B.
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Ans:
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
Explanation :
Back to Vedas. This was Swami Dayanand Saraswati's call when he established the Arya Samaj that is today known more for conducting 'instant' marriages than espousing high philosophy
[17] Simon Commission was boycotted by the nationalist leaders of India because:
A.
they felt that it was only an eyewash
B.
all the members of the Commission were English
C.
the members of the Commission were biased against India
D.
it did not meet the demands of the Indians
Ans:
all the members of the Commission were English
Explanation :
The new Tory government in Britain constituted a statutory commission under Sir John Simon. It was set up in response to the nationalist movement, to look into the functioning of the constitutional system in India and suggest changes. It failed because the commission did not have a single Indian member.
[18] Who among the following British persons admitted the Revolt of 1857 as a national revolt?
A.
Lord Dalhousie
B.
Lord Canning
C.
Lord Ellenborough
D.
Disraeli
Ans:
Disraeli
Explanation :
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, KG, PC, FRS (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician of the Conservative Party who twice served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
[19] How much of the Earth's land surface is desert?
A.
1/10th
B.
1/5th
C.
1/3rd
D.
1/6th
Ans:
1/5th
Explanation :
Most of the world's surface is covered in water, in the form of oceans. The remaining landmass of Earth amounts to approximately 29 percent of the surface. Of this remaining 29 percent, deserts of all types constitute an estimated 33 percent, or one-third, of the Earth's total landmass.
[20] Which of the following is called the 'shrimp capital of India'?
A.
Mangalore
B.
Nagapatnam
C.
Kochi
D.
Nellore
Ans:
Nellore
Explanation :
Nellore district is called the "Shrimp capital of India" due to its high production of cultured shrimp.
[21] River Indus originates from:
A.
Hindukush range
B.
Himalayan range
C.
Karakoram range
D.
Kailash range
Ans:
Kailash range
Explanation :
It is a branch of the Ladakh range which is situated in the western Tibet. Its average elevation is 5,500- 6,000 mt above sea level and its average width is 30 km. Mount Kailash (6,714 mt) is the highest peak of this range. River Indus originates from the northern slope of the Kailash range.
[22] The lowest layer of the atmosphere is:
A.
Stratosphere
B.
Thermosphere
C.
Troposphere
D.
Mesosphere
Ans:
Troposphere
Explanation :
The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, and is also where nearly all weather conditions take place. It contains 75% of the atmosphere's mass and 99% of the total mass of water vapour and aerosols.
[23] The Konkan Railway connects:
A.
Goa — Mangalore
B.
Roha — Mangalore
C.
Kanyakumari — Mangalore
D.
Kanyaliumari — Mumbai
Ans:
Roha — Mangalore
Explanation :
The Konkan Railway is a railway operated by the Konkan Railway Corporation, with its headquarters at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The 741-km (461-mi) line connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka
[24] Bark of this tree is used as a condiment –
A.
Cinnamon
B.
Clove
C.
Neem
D.
Palm
Ans:
Cinnamon
Explanation :
At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.
[25] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariate in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Baker
C.
Robert Tor Russell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Herbert Baker
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
0
[8] The Project Snow Leopard' to conserve the endangered species, launched by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests convers the state of:
A.
Jammu & Kashmir Himachal Pradesh only
B.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand only
C.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand and Arunachal Pradesh only
D.
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim
Ans:
Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarkhand, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim
Explanation :
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has recently downgraded the species from endangered to vulnerable. Funded by the United Nations Development Programme, the project will cover Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Sikkim.
[9] The 2010 FIFA World Cup Final was held at:
A.
Paris
B.
Berlin
C.
Johannesburg
D.
London
Ans:
Johannesburg
Explanation :
The 2010 FIFA World Cup was the 19th FIFA World Cup, the world championship for men's national association football teams. It took place in South Africa from 11 June to 11 July 2010.
[10] Who of the following received-Sangeet Natak Akademi's Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puruskar for 2009 in 'Hindustani Vocal Music'?
A.
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar
B.
Ragini Chander Shekar
C.
Abanti Chakravorty and Sukracharya Rabha
D.
K. Nellái Manikandan
Ans:
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar
Explanation :
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar has been duly awarded for his talent with the Vidyasagar Award from music forum. He is awarded the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar of Sangeet Natak Akademi for the year 2009 for his notable talent in the field of Hindustani Vocal Music.
[11] Which of the following folk/tribal dances is associated with Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Veedhi
B.
Thora
C.
Tamasha
D.
Rauf
Ans:
Thora
Explanation :
0
[12] Which of the following books has been written by Atiq Rahimi?
A.
Earth and Ashes
B.
This Savage Rite
C.
The Red Devil
D.
Witness the Night
Ans:
Earth and Ashes
Explanation :
Earth and Ashes is a story of such spareness and power it leaves the reader reeling. Set during the Russian occupation of Afghanistan, it is a fable about war, family, home and tradition. An old man and his grandson sit in a deserted landscape of dusty roads and looming mountains.
[13] Who is the recepient of the Sahitya Akademi Award 2010 in Hindi Literature category?
A.
Uday Prakash
B.
Laxman Dubey
C.
Nanjil Nandan
D.
Mangat Badal
Ans:
Uday Prakash
Explanation :
Uday Prakash (born 1 January 1952) is a Hindi poet, scholar, journalist, translator and short story writer from India. He has worked as administrator, editor.
[14] The Greek ambassador sent Chandragupta Maurya's Co was:
A.
Kautilya
B.
Seleucus Nicator
C.
Megasthenes
D.
Justin
Ans:
Megasth
Explanation :
Seleucus dispatched an ambassador, Megasthenes, to Chandragupta, and later Antiochos sent Deimakos to his son Bindusara, at the Maurya court at Pataliputra (modern Patna in Bihar state).
[15] Identify the European power from whom Shivaji obtained cannons and ammunition:
A.
The French
B.
The Portuguese
C.
The Dutch
D.
The English
Ans:
The Portuguese
Explanation :
Shivaji used cannons and ammunition from the Portuguese to attack the English. In June 1661, Shivaji's soldiers plindered Rajapur and captured several Englishmen. This was payback for the english aid to Bijapur. The folowing year he captured a band of Englishmen in Surat for supplying ammunition to his enemies.
[16] The call of "Back to the Vedas was given by:
A.
Swami Vivekananda
B.
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Ans:
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
Explanation :
Back to Vedas. This was Swami Dayanand Saraswati's call when he established the Arya Samaj that is today known more for conducting 'instant' marriages than espousing high philosophy
[17] Simon Commission was boycotted by the nationalist leaders of India because:
A.
they felt that it was only an eyewash
B.
all the members of the Commission were English
C.
the members of the Commission were biased against India
D.
it did not meet the demands of the Indians
Ans:
all the members of the Commission were English
Explanation :
The new Tory government in Britain constituted a statutory commission under Sir John Simon. It was set up in response to the nationalist movement, to look into the functioning of the constitutional system in India and suggest changes. It failed because the commission did not have a single Indian member.
[18] Who among the following British persons admitted the Revolt of 1857 as a national revolt?
A.
Lord Dalhousie
B.
Lord Canning
C.
Lord Ellenborough
D.
Disraeli
Ans:
Disraeli
Explanation :
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, KG, PC, FRS (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician of the Conservative Party who twice served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
[19] How much of the Earth's land surface is desert?
A.
1/10th
B.
1/5th
C.
1/3rd
D.
1/6th
Ans:
1/5th
Explanation :
Most of the world's surface is covered in water, in the form of oceans. The remaining landmass of Earth amounts to approximately 29 percent of the surface. Of this remaining 29 percent, deserts of all types constitute an estimated 33 percent, or one-third, of the Earth's total landmass.
[20] Which of the following is called the 'shrimp capital of India'?
A.
Mangalore
B.
Nagapatnam
C.
Kochi
D.
Nellore
Ans:
Nellore
Explanation :
Nellore district is called the "Shrimp capital of India" due to its high production of cultured shrimp.
[21] River Indus originates from:
A.
Hindukush range
B.
Himalayan range
C.
Karakoram range
D.
Kailash range
Ans:
Kailash range
Explanation :
It is a branch of the Ladakh range which is situated in the western Tibet. Its average elevation is 5,500- 6,000 mt above sea level and its average width is 30 km. Mount Kailash (6,714 mt) is the highest peak of this range. River Indus originates from the northern slope of the Kailash range.
[22] The lowest layer of the atmosphere is:
A.
Stratosphere
B.
Thermosphere
C.
Troposphere
D.
Mesosphere
Ans:
Troposphere
Explanation :
The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, and is also where nearly all weather conditions take place. It contains 75% of the atmosphere's mass and 99% of the total mass of water vapour and aerosols.
[23] The Konkan Railway connects:
A.
Goa — Mangalore
B.
Roha — Mangalore
C.
Kanyakumari — Mangalore
D.
Kanyaliumari — Mumbai
Ans:
Roha — Mangalore
Explanation :
The Konkan Railway is a railway operated by the Konkan Railway Corporation, with its headquarters at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The 741-km (461-mi) line connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka
[24] Bark of this tree is used as a condiment –
A.
Cinnamon
B.
Clove
C.
Neem
D.
Palm
Ans:
Cinnamon
Explanation :
At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.
[25] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariate in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Baker
C.
Robert Tor Russell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Herbert Baker
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
The 2010 FIFA World Cup was the 19th FIFA World Cup, the world championship for men's national association football teams. It took place in South Africa from 11 June to 11 July 2010.
[10] Who of the following received-Sangeet Natak Akademi's Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puruskar for 2009 in 'Hindustani Vocal Music'?
A.
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar
B.
Ragini Chander Shekar
C.
Abanti Chakravorty and Sukracharya Rabha
D.
K. Nellái Manikandan
Ans:
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar
Explanation :
Omkar Shrikant Dadarkar has been duly awarded for his talent with the Vidyasagar Award from music forum. He is awarded the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar of Sangeet Natak Akademi for the year 2009 for his notable talent in the field of Hindustani Vocal Music.
[11] Which of the following folk/tribal dances is associated with Uttar Pradesh?
A.
Veedhi
B.
Thora
C.
Tamasha
D.
Rauf
Ans:
Thora
Explanation :
0
[12] Which of the following books has been written by Atiq Rahimi?
A.
Earth and Ashes
B.
This Savage Rite
C.
The Red Devil
D.
Witness the Night
Ans:
Earth and Ashes
Explanation :
Earth and Ashes is a story of such spareness and power it leaves the reader reeling. Set during the Russian occupation of Afghanistan, it is a fable about war, family, home and tradition. An old man and his grandson sit in a deserted landscape of dusty roads and looming mountains.
[13] Who is the recepient of the Sahitya Akademi Award 2010 in Hindi Literature category?
A.
Uday Prakash
B.
Laxman Dubey
C.
Nanjil Nandan
D.
Mangat Badal
Ans:
Uday Prakash
Explanation :
Uday Prakash (born 1 January 1952) is a Hindi poet, scholar, journalist, translator and short story writer from India. He has worked as administrator, editor.
[14] The Greek ambassador sent Chandragupta Maurya's Co was:
A.
Kautilya
B.
Seleucus Nicator
C.
Megasthenes
D.
Justin
Ans:
Megasth
Explanation :
Seleucus dispatched an ambassador, Megasthenes, to Chandragupta, and later Antiochos sent Deimakos to his son Bindusara, at the Maurya court at Pataliputra (modern Patna in Bihar state).
[15] Identify the European power from whom Shivaji obtained cannons and ammunition:
A.
The French
B.
The Portuguese
C.
The Dutch
D.
The English
Ans:
The Portuguese
Explanation :
Shivaji used cannons and ammunition from the Portuguese to attack the English. In June 1661, Shivaji's soldiers plindered Rajapur and captured several Englishmen. This was payback for the english aid to Bijapur. The folowing year he captured a band of Englishmen in Surat for supplying ammunition to his enemies.
[16] The call of "Back to the Vedas was given by:
A.
Swami Vivekananda
B.
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Ans:
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
Explanation :
Back to Vedas. This was Swami Dayanand Saraswati's call when he established the Arya Samaj that is today known more for conducting 'instant' marriages than espousing high philosophy
[17] Simon Commission was boycotted by the nationalist leaders of India because:
A.
they felt that it was only an eyewash
B.
all the members of the Commission were English
C.
the members of the Commission were biased against India
D.
it did not meet the demands of the Indians
Ans:
all the members of the Commission were English
Explanation :
The new Tory government in Britain constituted a statutory commission under Sir John Simon. It was set up in response to the nationalist movement, to look into the functioning of the constitutional system in India and suggest changes. It failed because the commission did not have a single Indian member.
[18] Who among the following British persons admitted the Revolt of 1857 as a national revolt?
A.
Lord Dalhousie
B.
Lord Canning
C.
Lord Ellenborough
D.
Disraeli
Ans:
Disraeli
Explanation :
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, KG, PC, FRS (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician of the Conservative Party who twice served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
[19] How much of the Earth's land surface is desert?
A.
1/10th
B.
1/5th
C.
1/3rd
D.
1/6th
Ans:
1/5th
Explanation :
Most of the world's surface is covered in water, in the form of oceans. The remaining landmass of Earth amounts to approximately 29 percent of the surface. Of this remaining 29 percent, deserts of all types constitute an estimated 33 percent, or one-third, of the Earth's total landmass.
[20] Which of the following is called the 'shrimp capital of India'?
A.
Mangalore
B.
Nagapatnam
C.
Kochi
D.
Nellore
Ans:
Nellore
Explanation :
Nellore district is called the "Shrimp capital of India" due to its high production of cultured shrimp.
[21] River Indus originates from:
A.
Hindukush range
B.
Himalayan range
C.
Karakoram range
D.
Kailash range
Ans:
Kailash range
Explanation :
It is a branch of the Ladakh range which is situated in the western Tibet. Its average elevation is 5,500- 6,000 mt above sea level and its average width is 30 km. Mount Kailash (6,714 mt) is the highest peak of this range. River Indus originates from the northern slope of the Kailash range.
[22] The lowest layer of the atmosphere is:
A.
Stratosphere
B.
Thermosphere
C.
Troposphere
D.
Mesosphere
Ans:
Troposphere
Explanation :
The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, and is also where nearly all weather conditions take place. It contains 75% of the atmosphere's mass and 99% of the total mass of water vapour and aerosols.
[23] The Konkan Railway connects:
A.
Goa — Mangalore
B.
Roha — Mangalore
C.
Kanyakumari — Mangalore
D.
Kanyaliumari — Mumbai
Ans:
Roha — Mangalore
Explanation :
The Konkan Railway is a railway operated by the Konkan Railway Corporation, with its headquarters at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The 741-km (461-mi) line connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka
[24] Bark of this tree is used as a condiment –
A.
Cinnamon
B.
Clove
C.
Neem
D.
Palm
Ans:
Cinnamon
Explanation :
At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.
[25] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariate in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Baker
C.
Robert Tor Russell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Herbert Baker
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
0
[12] Which of the following books has been written by Atiq Rahimi?
A.
Earth and Ashes
B.
This Savage Rite
C.
The Red Devil
D.
Witness the Night
Ans:
Earth and Ashes
Explanation :
Earth and Ashes is a story of such spareness and power it leaves the reader reeling. Set during the Russian occupation of Afghanistan, it is a fable about war, family, home and tradition. An old man and his grandson sit in a deserted landscape of dusty roads and looming mountains.
[13] Who is the recepient of the Sahitya Akademi Award 2010 in Hindi Literature category?
A.
Uday Prakash
B.
Laxman Dubey
C.
Nanjil Nandan
D.
Mangat Badal
Ans:
Uday Prakash
Explanation :
Uday Prakash (born 1 January 1952) is a Hindi poet, scholar, journalist, translator and short story writer from India. He has worked as administrator, editor.
[14] The Greek ambassador sent Chandragupta Maurya's Co was:
A.
Kautilya
B.
Seleucus Nicator
C.
Megasthenes
D.
Justin
Ans:
Megasth
Explanation :
Seleucus dispatched an ambassador, Megasthenes, to Chandragupta, and later Antiochos sent Deimakos to his son Bindusara, at the Maurya court at Pataliputra (modern Patna in Bihar state).
[15] Identify the European power from whom Shivaji obtained cannons and ammunition:
A.
The French
B.
The Portuguese
C.
The Dutch
D.
The English
Ans:
The Portuguese
Explanation :
Shivaji used cannons and ammunition from the Portuguese to attack the English. In June 1661, Shivaji's soldiers plindered Rajapur and captured several Englishmen. This was payback for the english aid to Bijapur. The folowing year he captured a band of Englishmen in Surat for supplying ammunition to his enemies.
[16] The call of "Back to the Vedas was given by:
A.
Swami Vivekananda
B.
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Ans:
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
Explanation :
Back to Vedas. This was Swami Dayanand Saraswati's call when he established the Arya Samaj that is today known more for conducting 'instant' marriages than espousing high philosophy
[17] Simon Commission was boycotted by the nationalist leaders of India because:
A.
they felt that it was only an eyewash
B.
all the members of the Commission were English
C.
the members of the Commission were biased against India
D.
it did not meet the demands of the Indians
Ans:
all the members of the Commission were English
Explanation :
The new Tory government in Britain constituted a statutory commission under Sir John Simon. It was set up in response to the nationalist movement, to look into the functioning of the constitutional system in India and suggest changes. It failed because the commission did not have a single Indian member.
[18] Who among the following British persons admitted the Revolt of 1857 as a national revolt?
A.
Lord Dalhousie
B.
Lord Canning
C.
Lord Ellenborough
D.
Disraeli
Ans:
Disraeli
Explanation :
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, KG, PC, FRS (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician of the Conservative Party who twice served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
[19] How much of the Earth's land surface is desert?
A.
1/10th
B.
1/5th
C.
1/3rd
D.
1/6th
Ans:
1/5th
Explanation :
Most of the world's surface is covered in water, in the form of oceans. The remaining landmass of Earth amounts to approximately 29 percent of the surface. Of this remaining 29 percent, deserts of all types constitute an estimated 33 percent, or one-third, of the Earth's total landmass.
[20] Which of the following is called the 'shrimp capital of India'?
A.
Mangalore
B.
Nagapatnam
C.
Kochi
D.
Nellore
Ans:
Nellore
Explanation :
Nellore district is called the "Shrimp capital of India" due to its high production of cultured shrimp.
[21] River Indus originates from:
A.
Hindukush range
B.
Himalayan range
C.
Karakoram range
D.
Kailash range
Ans:
Kailash range
Explanation :
It is a branch of the Ladakh range which is situated in the western Tibet. Its average elevation is 5,500- 6,000 mt above sea level and its average width is 30 km. Mount Kailash (6,714 mt) is the highest peak of this range. River Indus originates from the northern slope of the Kailash range.
[22] The lowest layer of the atmosphere is:
A.
Stratosphere
B.
Thermosphere
C.
Troposphere
D.
Mesosphere
Ans:
Troposphere
Explanation :
The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, and is also where nearly all weather conditions take place. It contains 75% of the atmosphere's mass and 99% of the total mass of water vapour and aerosols.
[23] The Konkan Railway connects:
A.
Goa — Mangalore
B.
Roha — Mangalore
C.
Kanyakumari — Mangalore
D.
Kanyaliumari — Mumbai
Ans:
Roha — Mangalore
Explanation :
The Konkan Railway is a railway operated by the Konkan Railway Corporation, with its headquarters at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The 741-km (461-mi) line connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka
[24] Bark of this tree is used as a condiment –
A.
Cinnamon
B.
Clove
C.
Neem
D.
Palm
Ans:
Cinnamon
Explanation :
At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.
[25] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariate in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Baker
C.
Robert Tor Russell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Herbert Baker
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
Uday Prakash (born 1 January 1952) is a Hindi poet, scholar, journalist, translator and short story writer from India. He has worked as administrator, editor.
[14] The Greek ambassador sent Chandragupta Maurya's Co was:
A.
Kautilya
B.
Seleucus Nicator
C.
Megasthenes
D.
Justin
Ans:
Megasth
Explanation :
Seleucus dispatched an ambassador, Megasthenes, to Chandragupta, and later Antiochos sent Deimakos to his son Bindusara, at the Maurya court at Pataliputra (modern Patna in Bihar state).
[15] Identify the European power from whom Shivaji obtained cannons and ammunition:
A.
The French
B.
The Portuguese
C.
The Dutch
D.
The English
Ans:
The Portuguese
Explanation :
Shivaji used cannons and ammunition from the Portuguese to attack the English. In June 1661, Shivaji's soldiers plindered Rajapur and captured several Englishmen. This was payback for the english aid to Bijapur. The folowing year he captured a band of Englishmen in Surat for supplying ammunition to his enemies.
[16] The call of "Back to the Vedas was given by:
A.
Swami Vivekananda
B.
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Ans:
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
Explanation :
Back to Vedas. This was Swami Dayanand Saraswati's call when he established the Arya Samaj that is today known more for conducting 'instant' marriages than espousing high philosophy
[17] Simon Commission was boycotted by the nationalist leaders of India because:
A.
they felt that it was only an eyewash
B.
all the members of the Commission were English
C.
the members of the Commission were biased against India
D.
it did not meet the demands of the Indians
Ans:
all the members of the Commission were English
Explanation :
The new Tory government in Britain constituted a statutory commission under Sir John Simon. It was set up in response to the nationalist movement, to look into the functioning of the constitutional system in India and suggest changes. It failed because the commission did not have a single Indian member.
[18] Who among the following British persons admitted the Revolt of 1857 as a national revolt?
A.
Lord Dalhousie
B.
Lord Canning
C.
Lord Ellenborough
D.
Disraeli
Ans:
Disraeli
Explanation :
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, KG, PC, FRS (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician of the Conservative Party who twice served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
[19] How much of the Earth's land surface is desert?
A.
1/10th
B.
1/5th
C.
1/3rd
D.
1/6th
Ans:
1/5th
Explanation :
Most of the world's surface is covered in water, in the form of oceans. The remaining landmass of Earth amounts to approximately 29 percent of the surface. Of this remaining 29 percent, deserts of all types constitute an estimated 33 percent, or one-third, of the Earth's total landmass.
[20] Which of the following is called the 'shrimp capital of India'?
A.
Mangalore
B.
Nagapatnam
C.
Kochi
D.
Nellore
Ans:
Nellore
Explanation :
Nellore district is called the "Shrimp capital of India" due to its high production of cultured shrimp.
[21] River Indus originates from:
A.
Hindukush range
B.
Himalayan range
C.
Karakoram range
D.
Kailash range
Ans:
Kailash range
Explanation :
It is a branch of the Ladakh range which is situated in the western Tibet. Its average elevation is 5,500- 6,000 mt above sea level and its average width is 30 km. Mount Kailash (6,714 mt) is the highest peak of this range. River Indus originates from the northern slope of the Kailash range.
[22] The lowest layer of the atmosphere is:
A.
Stratosphere
B.
Thermosphere
C.
Troposphere
D.
Mesosphere
Ans:
Troposphere
Explanation :
The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, and is also where nearly all weather conditions take place. It contains 75% of the atmosphere's mass and 99% of the total mass of water vapour and aerosols.
[23] The Konkan Railway connects:
A.
Goa — Mangalore
B.
Roha — Mangalore
C.
Kanyakumari — Mangalore
D.
Kanyaliumari — Mumbai
Ans:
Roha — Mangalore
Explanation :
The Konkan Railway is a railway operated by the Konkan Railway Corporation, with its headquarters at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The 741-km (461-mi) line connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka
[24] Bark of this tree is used as a condiment –
A.
Cinnamon
B.
Clove
C.
Neem
D.
Palm
Ans:
Cinnamon
Explanation :
At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.
[25] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariate in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Baker
C.
Robert Tor Russell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Herbert Baker
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
Shivaji used cannons and ammunition from the Portuguese to attack the English. In June 1661, Shivaji's soldiers plindered Rajapur and captured several Englishmen. This was payback for the english aid to Bijapur. The folowing year he captured a band of Englishmen in Surat for supplying ammunition to his enemies.
[16] The call of "Back to the Vedas was given by:
A.
Swami Vivekananda
B.
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
C.
Aurobindo Ghosh
D.
Raja Ram Mohan Roy
Ans:
Swami Dayanand Saraswati
Explanation :
Back to Vedas. This was Swami Dayanand Saraswati's call when he established the Arya Samaj that is today known more for conducting 'instant' marriages than espousing high philosophy
[17] Simon Commission was boycotted by the nationalist leaders of India because:
A.
they felt that it was only an eyewash
B.
all the members of the Commission were English
C.
the members of the Commission were biased against India
D.
it did not meet the demands of the Indians
Ans:
all the members of the Commission were English
Explanation :
The new Tory government in Britain constituted a statutory commission under Sir John Simon. It was set up in response to the nationalist movement, to look into the functioning of the constitutional system in India and suggest changes. It failed because the commission did not have a single Indian member.
[18] Who among the following British persons admitted the Revolt of 1857 as a national revolt?
A.
Lord Dalhousie
B.
Lord Canning
C.
Lord Ellenborough
D.
Disraeli
Ans:
Disraeli
Explanation :
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, KG, PC, FRS (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician of the Conservative Party who twice served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
[19] How much of the Earth's land surface is desert?
A.
1/10th
B.
1/5th
C.
1/3rd
D.
1/6th
Ans:
1/5th
Explanation :
Most of the world's surface is covered in water, in the form of oceans. The remaining landmass of Earth amounts to approximately 29 percent of the surface. Of this remaining 29 percent, deserts of all types constitute an estimated 33 percent, or one-third, of the Earth's total landmass.
[20] Which of the following is called the 'shrimp capital of India'?
A.
Mangalore
B.
Nagapatnam
C.
Kochi
D.
Nellore
Ans:
Nellore
Explanation :
Nellore district is called the "Shrimp capital of India" due to its high production of cultured shrimp.
[21] River Indus originates from:
A.
Hindukush range
B.
Himalayan range
C.
Karakoram range
D.
Kailash range
Ans:
Kailash range
Explanation :
It is a branch of the Ladakh range which is situated in the western Tibet. Its average elevation is 5,500- 6,000 mt above sea level and its average width is 30 km. Mount Kailash (6,714 mt) is the highest peak of this range. River Indus originates from the northern slope of the Kailash range.
[22] The lowest layer of the atmosphere is:
A.
Stratosphere
B.
Thermosphere
C.
Troposphere
D.
Mesosphere
Ans:
Troposphere
Explanation :
The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, and is also where nearly all weather conditions take place. It contains 75% of the atmosphere's mass and 99% of the total mass of water vapour and aerosols.
[23] The Konkan Railway connects:
A.
Goa — Mangalore
B.
Roha — Mangalore
C.
Kanyakumari — Mangalore
D.
Kanyaliumari — Mumbai
Ans:
Roha — Mangalore
Explanation :
The Konkan Railway is a railway operated by the Konkan Railway Corporation, with its headquarters at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The 741-km (461-mi) line connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka
[24] Bark of this tree is used as a condiment –
A.
Cinnamon
B.
Clove
C.
Neem
D.
Palm
Ans:
Cinnamon
Explanation :
At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.
[25] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariate in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Baker
C.
Robert Tor Russell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Herbert Baker
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
The new Tory government in Britain constituted a statutory commission under Sir John Simon. It was set up in response to the nationalist movement, to look into the functioning of the constitutional system in India and suggest changes. It failed because the commission did not have a single Indian member.
[18] Who among the following British persons admitted the Revolt of 1857 as a national revolt?
A.
Lord Dalhousie
B.
Lord Canning
C.
Lord Ellenborough
D.
Disraeli
Ans:
Disraeli
Explanation :
Benjamin Disraeli, 1st Earl of Beaconsfield, KG, PC, FRS (21 December 1804 – 19 April 1881) was a British politician of the Conservative Party who twice served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
[19] How much of the Earth's land surface is desert?
A.
1/10th
B.
1/5th
C.
1/3rd
D.
1/6th
Ans:
1/5th
Explanation :
Most of the world's surface is covered in water, in the form of oceans. The remaining landmass of Earth amounts to approximately 29 percent of the surface. Of this remaining 29 percent, deserts of all types constitute an estimated 33 percent, or one-third, of the Earth's total landmass.
[20] Which of the following is called the 'shrimp capital of India'?
A.
Mangalore
B.
Nagapatnam
C.
Kochi
D.
Nellore
Ans:
Nellore
Explanation :
Nellore district is called the "Shrimp capital of India" due to its high production of cultured shrimp.
[21] River Indus originates from:
A.
Hindukush range
B.
Himalayan range
C.
Karakoram range
D.
Kailash range
Ans:
Kailash range
Explanation :
It is a branch of the Ladakh range which is situated in the western Tibet. Its average elevation is 5,500- 6,000 mt above sea level and its average width is 30 km. Mount Kailash (6,714 mt) is the highest peak of this range. River Indus originates from the northern slope of the Kailash range.
[22] The lowest layer of the atmosphere is:
A.
Stratosphere
B.
Thermosphere
C.
Troposphere
D.
Mesosphere
Ans:
Troposphere
Explanation :
The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, and is also where nearly all weather conditions take place. It contains 75% of the atmosphere's mass and 99% of the total mass of water vapour and aerosols.
[23] The Konkan Railway connects:
A.
Goa — Mangalore
B.
Roha — Mangalore
C.
Kanyakumari — Mangalore
D.
Kanyaliumari — Mumbai
Ans:
Roha — Mangalore
Explanation :
The Konkan Railway is a railway operated by the Konkan Railway Corporation, with its headquarters at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The 741-km (461-mi) line connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka
[24] Bark of this tree is used as a condiment –
A.
Cinnamon
B.
Clove
C.
Neem
D.
Palm
Ans:
Cinnamon
Explanation :
At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.
[25] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariate in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Baker
C.
Robert Tor Russell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Herbert Baker
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
Most of the world's surface is covered in water, in the form of oceans. The remaining landmass of Earth amounts to approximately 29 percent of the surface. Of this remaining 29 percent, deserts of all types constitute an estimated 33 percent, or one-third, of the Earth's total landmass.
[20] Which of the following is called the 'shrimp capital of India'?
A.
Mangalore
B.
Nagapatnam
C.
Kochi
D.
Nellore
Ans:
Nellore
Explanation :
Nellore district is called the "Shrimp capital of India" due to its high production of cultured shrimp.
[21] River Indus originates from:
A.
Hindukush range
B.
Himalayan range
C.
Karakoram range
D.
Kailash range
Ans:
Kailash range
Explanation :
It is a branch of the Ladakh range which is situated in the western Tibet. Its average elevation is 5,500- 6,000 mt above sea level and its average width is 30 km. Mount Kailash (6,714 mt) is the highest peak of this range. River Indus originates from the northern slope of the Kailash range.
[22] The lowest layer of the atmosphere is:
A.
Stratosphere
B.
Thermosphere
C.
Troposphere
D.
Mesosphere
Ans:
Troposphere
Explanation :
The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, and is also where nearly all weather conditions take place. It contains 75% of the atmosphere's mass and 99% of the total mass of water vapour and aerosols.
[23] The Konkan Railway connects:
A.
Goa — Mangalore
B.
Roha — Mangalore
C.
Kanyakumari — Mangalore
D.
Kanyaliumari — Mumbai
Ans:
Roha — Mangalore
Explanation :
The Konkan Railway is a railway operated by the Konkan Railway Corporation, with its headquarters at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The 741-km (461-mi) line connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka
[24] Bark of this tree is used as a condiment –
A.
Cinnamon
B.
Clove
C.
Neem
D.
Palm
Ans:
Cinnamon
Explanation :
At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.
[25] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariate in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Baker
C.
Robert Tor Russell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Herbert Baker
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
It is a branch of the Ladakh range which is situated in the western Tibet. Its average elevation is 5,500- 6,000 mt above sea level and its average width is 30 km. Mount Kailash (6,714 mt) is the highest peak of this range. River Indus originates from the northern slope of the Kailash range.
[22] The lowest layer of the atmosphere is:
A.
Stratosphere
B.
Thermosphere
C.
Troposphere
D.
Mesosphere
Ans:
Troposphere
Explanation :
The troposphere is the lowest layer of Earth's atmosphere, and is also where nearly all weather conditions take place. It contains 75% of the atmosphere's mass and 99% of the total mass of water vapour and aerosols.
[23] The Konkan Railway connects:
A.
Goa — Mangalore
B.
Roha — Mangalore
C.
Kanyakumari — Mangalore
D.
Kanyaliumari — Mumbai
Ans:
Roha — Mangalore
Explanation :
The Konkan Railway is a railway operated by the Konkan Railway Corporation, with its headquarters at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The 741-km (461-mi) line connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka
[24] Bark of this tree is used as a condiment –
A.
Cinnamon
B.
Clove
C.
Neem
D.
Palm
Ans:
Cinnamon
Explanation :
At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.
[25] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariate in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Baker
C.
Robert Tor Russell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Herbert Baker
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
The Konkan Railway is a railway operated by the Konkan Railway Corporation, with its headquarters at CBD Belapur in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. The 741-km (461-mi) line connects the states of Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka
[24] Bark of this tree is used as a condiment –
A.
Cinnamon
B.
Clove
C.
Neem
D.
Palm
Ans:
Cinnamon
Explanation :
At the end of the day, cinnamon is one of the most delicious and healthiest spices on the planet. It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits. Just make sure to get Ceylon cinnamon or stick to small doses if you're using the Cassia variety.
[25] Who was the architect of North and South Blocks of the Central Secretariate in Delhi?
A.
Sir Edward Lutyens
B.
Herbert Baker
C.
Robert Tor Russell
D.
Antonin Raymond
Ans:
Herbert Baker
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
Herbert Baker KCIE FRIBA RA (9 June 1862 – 4 February 1946) was an English architect remembered as the dominant force in South African architecture for two decades, and a major designer of some of New Delhi's most notable government structures. He was born and died at Owletts in Cobham, Kent.
[26] Saliva helps in the digestion of:
A.
Fats
B.
Starch
C.
Proteins
D.
Vitamins
Ans:
Starch
Explanation :
The digestive functions of saliva include moistening food, and helping to create a food bolus, so it can be swallowed easily. Saliva contains the enzyme amylase that breaks some starches down into maltose and dextrin. Thus, digestion of food occurs within the mouth, even before food reaches the stomach.
[27] The longest bone in the human body is:
A.
Ulna
B.
Humerus
C.
Femur
D.
Tibia
Ans:
Femur
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
The head of the femur articulates with the acetabulum in the pelvic bone forming the hip joint, while the distal part of the femur articulates with the tibia and kneecap forming the knee joint. By most measures the femur is the strongest bone in the body. The femur is also the longest bone in the human body.
[28] Red data book gives information about species which are:
A.
extinct
B.
endangered
C.
dangerous
D.
rare
Ans:
endangered
Explanation :
The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country.
[29] Which of the following is the smallest bird?
A.
Pigeon
B.
Parrot
C.
Humming bird
D.
House sparrow
Ans:
Humming bird
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
Hummingbirds are birds native to the Americas and constituting the biological family Trochilidae. They are the smallest of birds, most species measuring 7.5–13 cm (3–5 in) in length. The smallest extant bird species is the 5 cm (2.0 in) bee hummingbird, which weighs less than 2.0 g (0.07 oz).
[30] The time period of a pendulum when taken to the Moon would –
A.
remain the same
B.
decrease
C.
become zero
D.
increase
Ans:
increase
Explanation :
When the pendulum is taken to the moon, the value of 'g' will decrease and hence time period will increase. As the pendulum takes more time to complete one vibration, it will lose time.
[31] When there is an official change in the exchange rate of domestic currency, then it is called:
A.
Appreciation
B.
Depreciation
C.
Devaluation
D.
Deflation
Ans:
Devaluation
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
Devaluation, the deliberate downward adjustment in the official exchange rate, reduces the currency's value; in contrast, a revaluation is an upward change in the currency's value. For example, suppose a government has set 10 units of its currency equal to one dollar.
[32] Inflation redistributes income and wealth in favour of:
A.
Pensioners
B.
Poor
C.
Middle class
D.
Rich
Ans:
Rich
Explanation :
One important redistribution of income and wealth that occurs during unanticipated inflation is the redistribution between debtors and creditors. Debtors gain from inflation because they repay creditors with dollars that are worth less in terms of purchasing power.
[33] The fringe benefit tax was introduced in the budget of:
A.
2003-04
B.
2004-05
C.
2005-06
D.
2006-07
Ans:
2005-06
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
It was introduced in Budget 2005-06. The government felt many companies were disguising perquisites such as club facilities as ordinary business expenses, which escaped taxation altogether. Employers have to now pay FBT on a percentage of the expense incurred on such perquisites.
[34] In the Budget estimates for 2011-12, an allocation of 400 crore has been made to bring in a green revolution in the East in the cropping system of:
A.
Wheat
B.
Rice
C.
Jowar
D.
Pulses
Ans:
Rice
Explanation :
0
[35] As announced by the Finance Minister in his budget speech on 28-2-2011, the income tax exemption limit for individuals other than senior citizens and women has been raised to:
A.
RS 1,80,000
B.
RS 1,90,000
C.
RS 2,00,000
D.
RS 2,50,000
Ans:
RS 1,80,000
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
0
[36] Judicial review in the Indian Constitution is based on –
A.
Rule of Law
B.
Due process of Law
C.
Procedure established by Law
D.
Precedents and Convention
Ans:
Procedure established by Law
Explanation :
Judicial Review in India is governed by the principle: 'Procedure Established by Law'. Under it the court conducts one test, i.e., whether the law has been made in accordance with the powers granted by the Constitution to the law-making body and follows the prescribed procedure or not.
[37] The atmospheric air is held to the Earth by:
A.
gravity
B.
winds
C.
clouds
D.
rotation of the Earth
Ans:
gravity
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
It is held in place by Earth's gravity. It is made up mainly of nitrogen (78.1%). It also has plentiful oxygen (20.9%) and small amounts of argon (0.9%), carbon dioxide (~ 0.035%), water vapor, and other gases. The atmosphere protects life on Earth by absorbing (taking) ultraviolet rays from the sun.
[38] The function of ball bearings in a wheel is –
A.
to increase friction
B.
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
C.
to convert static friction into kinetic friction
D.
just for convenience
Ans:
to convert kinetic friction into rolling friction
Explanation :
A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the bearing races. The purpose of a ball bearing is to reduce rotational friction and support radial and axial loads.
[39] 'Shock-absorbers' are usually made of steel as it:
A.
is not brittle
B.
has lower elasticity
C.
has higher elasticity
D.
has no ductile property
Ans:
has higher elasticity
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. Steel is an alloy made by combining iron and other elements, the most common of these being carbon.
[40] Which of the following could be used as fuel in propellant or rockets?
A.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Nitrogen
B.
Liquid Oxygen + Liquid Argon
C.
Liquid Nitrogen + Liquid Oxygen
D.
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Ans:
Liquid Hydrogen + Liquid Oxygen
Explanation :
Liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen are used as the propellant in the high efficiency main engines of the Space Shuttle.
[41] The addition of gypsum to portland cement helps in:
A.
increasing the strength of cement
B.
rapid setting of cement
C.
preventing rapid setting of cement
D.
reduction in the cost of cement
Ans:
preventing rapid setting of cement
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
0
[42] White lung disease is prevalent, among the workers of:
A.
Paper industry
B.
Cement industry
C.
Cotton industry
D.
Pesticide industry
Ans:
Pesticide industry
Explanation :
The pesticide industry is economically huge. Economics include research and development, production of formulations, and marketing; enforcement of regulations; and actual purchases of the chemicals. The economic savings due to crop protection and disease reduction are formidable.
[43] Iodoform is used as an:
A.
antipyretic
B.
analgesic
C.
antiseptic
D.
anaesthetic
Ans:
antiseptic
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substances that are applied to living tissue/skin to reduce the possibility of infection, sepsis, or putrefaction.
[44] An artificial ecosystem is represented by:
A.
pisciculture tank
B.
agricultural land
C.
zoo
D.
aquarium
Ans:
aquarium
Explanation :
An aquarium (plural: aquariums or aquaria) is a vivarium of any size having at least one transparent side in which aquatic plants or animals are kept and displayed. Fishkeepers use aquaria to keep fish, invertebrates, amphibians, aquatic reptiles such as turtles, and aquatic plants
[45] The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is / are:
A.
Oxides of nitrogen
B.
Carbon monoxide
C.
Polycyclic hydrocarbons
D.
Lead
Ans:
Lead
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
The constituents of automobile exhaust that can cause cancer is/are Oxides of nitrogen Carbon monoxide Polycyclic hydrocarbons Lead
[46] The optimum dissolved oxygen level (in mg/litre) required for survival of aquatic organisms is:
A.
4 — 6
B.
2 — 4
C.
8 — 10
D.
12 — 16
Ans:
4 — 6
Explanation :
Dissolved oxygen in the aquatic habitat is an important requirement for survival. The mean requisite for dissolved oxygen by ostracodes falls within a very narrow margin of 7.3–9.5 mg/L.
[47] The world's only floating national park is situated in:
A.
Manipur
B.
Kuala Lumpur
C.
Bilaspur
D.
Dispur
Ans:
Manipur
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
The Keibul Lamjao National Park (Kei - Tiger, Bul - vast, Lamjao-Large Land) is a national park in the Bishnupur district of the state of Manipur in India. It is 40 km2 (15.4 sq mi) in area, the only floating park in the world, located in North East India, and an integral part of Loktak Lake
[48] According to the latest 'Education Development Index' based on a series of surveys conducted by the National University of Education, Planning and Administration and released in February, 2011, the state with the highest Development Index is:
A.
Tamil Nadu
B.
Kerala
C.
Punjab
D.
Gujarat
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
MHRD has launched an integrated scheme Samagra. Beside this, MHRD launched so many new schemes in Higher Education Department .Among of them, The Department of School Education & Literacy is most important.
[49] Indian Army's Operation ‘Saiyam' was related to:
A.
Kashmir
B.
Indo-China Border in the Central Region
C.
North-East
D.
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Ans:
Indo-Pak Border in Punjab and Rajasthan
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.
Explanation :
Operation Saiyam' was unique Army operation in November 2010 to defuse about 20,000 unexploded bombs weighing about 50 tonnes that had arrived in waste steel scrap at the dry port of Dhandari Kalan (Ludhiana), thereby preventing any possible disaster in the civil areas in and around Ludhiana.
[50] In the Railway Budget for 2011-12, an outlay of RS-57,630 crore has been announced for adding new lines with length of
A.
1000 km
B.
1200 km
C.
1300 km
D.
1500 km
Ans:
1300
Explanation :
The highest ever plan outlay of Rs. 60,100 crore has been proposed for new railway lines, passenger safety, security and amenities. We appreciate that substantial outlays have been earmarked for improvement of safety measures and infrastructure in Indian Railways.