SSC Combined Graduate Level Examination-2013 (Tier-1) Exam Date – 21.04.2013 Exam Sitting – (Evening Sitting) | GK Infopedia

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[1] Which of the following is an essential element of the state?
A. Sovereignty
B. Government
C. Territory
D. All these
Ans: All these
Explanation : The state has four essential elements: population, teritory, government and sovereignty. Absence of any of these elements denies to it the status of statehood.

[2] Which has become a legal right under 44th Amendment?
A. Right to Education
B. Right to Property
C. Right to Judicial Remedies
D. Right to Work
Ans: Right to Property
Explanation : The 44th amendment eliminated the right to acquire, hold and dispose of property as a fundamental right. However, in other part of the Constitution, Article 300 (A) was inserted to affirm that no person shall be deprived of his property save by authority of law.

[3] By which Constitution Amendment Act, Right to Property ceased to remain a fundamental right?
A. 44th
B. 42nd
C. 43rd
D. 45th
Ans: 44th
Explanation : The 44th Amendment of 1978 eliminated the right to acquire, hold d dispose of property as a fundamental right. The Constitution originally provided for the right to property under Articles 19 and 31

[4] The density of water is 1 g/cc. This is strictly valid at –
A. 0°C
B. 4°C
C. 25°C
D. 100°C
Ans: 4°C
Explanation : Water never has absolute density because its density varies with temperature. Water has its maximum density of 1 g/cm3 at 4 degrees Celsius. When the temperature changes from either greater or less the 4 degrees, the density will become less the 1 g/cm3. Water has the maximum density of 1 g/cm3 only when it is pure water.

[5] The process of photosynthesis involves conversion of:
A. chemical energy into radiant energy
B. chemical energy into mechanical energy
C. solar energy into chemical energy
D. mechanical energy into solar energy
Ans: solar energy into chemical energy
Explanation : Photosynthesis is the process by which light energy is converted into chemical energy by organisms. Carbon dioxide and water are the raw materials of this process. The light energy comes from the s its end products are oxygen and glucose.

[6] A colloidal system in which a liquid is dispersed in a liquid is called –
A. gel
B. emulsion
C. sol
D. precipitate
Ans: emulsion
Explanation : An emulsion is a mixture of two or more liquids that are normally immiscible (non able or unblendable). Emulsions are part of a more general class of two-phase system of matter called colloids. In emulsion, one liquid (the dispersed phase) is dispersed in the other (the continuous phase). Examples of emulsions include vinaigrettes, milk, mayonnaise, and some cutting fluids for metal working.

[7] The antiseptic compound present in dettol is -
A. Iodine
B. Enloroxylenol
C. Biothional
D. Cresol
Ans: Enloroxylenol
Explanation : The active ingredient in Dettol that confers its antiseptic property is chloroxylenol (C8H9C10), aromatic chemical compound. Chloroxylenol comprises 4.8% of Dettols total mixture, with the rest composed of pine oil, isopropanol castor oil soap, caramel d water.

[8] As per the TRIPS Agreement-1994, a good originating from a region with specific character/ quality/reputation is covered/to be protected under the IPR as
A. Patent
B. Trademark
C. Trade secret
D. GI (Geographical Indicator)
Ans: GI (Geographical Indicator)
Explanation : Geographical Indication (GI) me s the n e of a region or a locality, a specific place or, in exceptional cases, a country, used to describe a product originating in that region, locality, specific place or county, which possesses a specific quality, reputation or other characteristics attributable to that geographical origin, and the production and/ or processing and preparation of which take place in the defined geographical area.

[9] Which one of the following endocrine gland is situated in the neck?
A. Pancreas
B. Thyroid
C. Pituitary
D. Adrenals
Ans: Thyroid
Explanation : The thyroid gland is one of the largest endocrine glands in the human body which is found in the neck. lt controls how quickly the body uses energy, makes proteins and controls how sensitive the body is to other hormones.

[10] The seat of intelligence is situated in the -
A. cerebrum
B. cerebellum
C. medulla
D. thalamus
Ans: cerebellum
Explanation : The cerebrum is the seat of intelligence and provides us with the ability to read, write and speak; make calculations and compose music; remember the past and plan for the future; and create works.

[11] What is the Normal Blood Volume in human adult?
A. One litre
B. Three litres
C. Five litres
D. Seven litres
Ans: Five litres
Explanation : The average adult has a blood volume of roughly 5 liters, which is composed of plasma and several kinds of cells. By volume, the red blood cells constitute about 45% of whole blood, the plasma about 54.3%, and white cells about 0.7%.

[12] The fasting blood glucose level in adults in rug! 100 ml is –
A. 200
B. 160
C. 100
D. 60
Ans: 100
Explanation : The normal range of concentration of fasting blood sugar is 80 to 120 mg/ml; in the testing of true blood sugar, the normal range of concentration is 70 to 100 mg/ml. So normal glucose levels fall between 70 and 150 mg. Higher levels may indicate diseases such as diabates mellitus.

[13] Entomology is the study of:
A. Birds
B. insects
C. Fossils
D. Fungi
Ans: insects
Explanation : Entomology is the scientific study of insects, a branch of arthropodology, which in turn is a branch of biology. It is derived from the Greek word 'entomos' which means "that which is cut in pieces or engraved/segmented", hence "insect".

[14] Exobiology is a science that deals with –
A. extinct forms
B. life in other planets
C. life in the outer space
D. life in marine habitat
Ans: life in the outer space
Explanation : Exobiology is the branch of biology that deals with the search for extraterrestrial life and the effects of extraterrestrial surroundings or outer space on living organisms.

[15] In radio-communication, the signals emitted by transmit-ting antenna are reflected on –
A. stratosphere
B. ozonosphere
C. ionosphere
D. troposphere
Ans: ionosphere
Explanation : The lower atmosphere is more or less transparent to radio waves. However, the ionosphere reflects back the radio waves. Thus, a signal emitted by an antenna from a certain place can be received at another place on the surface of Earth in the following two ways: ground wave propagation and sky wave propagation.

[16] Which of the following crop cultivation is banned by the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India?
A. Lathyrus (Khesari)
B. Genetically modified brinjal
C. Bt cotton for export
D. Bt cotton for local use
Ans: Lathyrus (Khesari)
Explanation : Khesari dal, also known as Grass pea, was banned for consumption in 1961 as it was believed that Beta- N-Oxalyl-inoalanine, a neuro-toxic amino-acid in the legume, caused neurolathyrim or a paralysis of the lower limbs.

[17] Ice glacier's melting is a common phenomenon linked to the rise in seawater level. The glaciers are predominantly present in
A. Greenland
B. Antarctica
C. Himalayas
D. Arctic
Ans: Antarctica
Explanation : One of today's prevalent water issues is the rise in sea level. It is mainly caused by two phenomena: global warming and ozone depletion. Polar ice caps in Antarctica and other places are melting fast. This has led to increase in sea level over the years.

[18] Who is known for establishing-the "Anand Van"?
A. Jubilant Buddha
B. H. N. Bahuguna
C. Baba Amte
D. Motilal Nehru
Ans: Baba Amte
Explanation : Anandwan, located near Warora in Chandrapur district in the state of Maharashtra, India, is an ashram, and a community rehabilitation centre for leprosy patients and the disabled from downtrodden sections of society. It was founded in 1948 by noted social activist, Baba Amte.

[19] The civilian Airport of highest altitude is in –
A. Tibet
B. Nepal
C. India
D. China
Ans: China
Explanation : Daocheng Yading Airport in southwest China's Sichuan Province is the world's 'highest-altitude civilian airport. It is located at a height of 4,411 meters above sea level.

[20] Genomic (DNA) studies in camel have been completed recently by the scientists of –
A. South Africa
B. India
C. China
D. Pakistan
Ans: Pakistan
Explanation : Researchers in Mongolia and China carried out studies to unravel the genomic peculiarities behind the physiological tricks that camels use to survive in the harshest of conditions. They described the genomes of wild and domesticated Bactrian camels.

[21] International Simon BoIiver Prize was recently awarded to Aung San Suu Kyi by the government of
A. Mauritius
B. China
C. Venezuela
D. Cuba
Ans: Venezuela
Explanation : International Simon Bolivar Prize winners are selected by the unanimous decision a jury of seven "eminent persons" - five representing the regions of the world, one chosen by the Venezuelan authorities, and a representative of the director-general - from a list of candidates submitted by UNESCO member states and associate members.

[22] BCCI conferred "Col. C.K. Naydu Lifetime Achievement Award" during 2012 to
A. Sachin Tendulkar
B. M.S. Dhoni
C. WS taxman
D. Sunil Gavaskar
Ans: Sunil Gavaskar
Explanation : The BCCI conferred the C.K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award on former India captain Sunil Gavaskar. The award comprises a trophy, citation and cheque for Rs.25 lakh.

[23] Air quality depicting PM 2.5 is more hazardous to –
A. Archaeological Monuments
B. National Parks
C. Botanical Gardens
D. Old Men and Women
Ans: Old Men and Women
Explanation : Fine particles known as PM10 and PM25 can penetrate deep into the lungs, creating health problems. People with heart or lung diseases, older adults, and children are most likely to have problems because of contact with particle pollution. Short-term exposure to PM among pregnant women has been associated with prematurity and growth retardation.

[24] Which of the following is not a fundamental right as per Indian Constitution?
A. Right to Education
B. Right to Information
C. Right to Speech
D. Right to Life
Ans: Right to Information
Explanation : Right to Information is a part of fundamental rights under Article 19 (1) of the Constitution which states that every citizen has freedom of speech and expression. The 86th Constitutional amendment making education a fundamental right was passed by Parliament in 2002, Right to speech comes under freedom of speech and expression which is a fundamental right. The constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty as a fundamental right under article 21.

[25] Who is custodian of the Indian Constitution?
A. President of India
B. Chief Justice of India
C. Prime Minister of India
D. Chairman of Rajya Sabha
Ans: Chief Justice of India
Explanation : The Constitution has made the Supreme Court as the custodian and protector of the Constitution. The Supreme Court decides disputes between the Centre and the Units as well as protects the Fundamental Rights of the citizens of India.

[26] Piped Natural Gas (PNG) is used for –
A. Mining
B. Welding
C. Anaesthesia
D. Cooking
Ans: Cooking
Explanation : PNG is mainly methane - CH4 with a small percentage of other higher hydrocarbons. The ratio of carbon to hydro-gen is least in methane and hence it burns almost completely making it the cleanest fuel. Domestic PNG customers, also known as Residential customers, use gas for cooking purpose and also for heating water through gas geysers.

[27] Green-park Stadium is in:
A. Bengaluru
B. Dehradun
C. Chandigarh
D. Kanpur
Ans: Kanpur
Explanation : Green Park Stadium is a. 60,000 capacity floodlit multi-purpose stadium located in Kanpur, India, and the home of the Uttar Pradesh cricket team. The stadium is under the control of the Sports Department Uttar Pradesh.

[28] Rowlatt Act 1919 was enacted during the period of:
A. Lord Chelmsford
B. Lord William
C. Lord Minto
D. Lord Bentinck
Ans: Lord Chelmsford
Explanation : The Rowlatt Act was passed by the Imperial Legislative Council in London on 10 March 1919, indefinitely extending "emergency measures" enacted during the First World War in order to control public unrest and root out conspiracy. Lord Chelmsford (1916 to 1921) was the Viceroy of India then.

[29] Panchayati Raj System was implemented first in the part of states –
A. Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan
B. Assam and Bihar
C. Arunachal Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh
D. Punjab and Chandigarh
Ans: Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan
Explanation : Jawaharlal Nehru inaugurated the first generation of panchayat raj at Nagaur in Rajasthan on 2 October 1959. It was also implemented in Andhra Pradesh in the same year as per the recommendations of the Balwant Rai Mehta Committee.

[30] Human Environment Conference-1972 was held at -
A. Stockholm
B. Paris
C. Geneva
D. Australia
Ans: Stockholm
Explanation : The conference was held in Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, in 1972. The conference is widely recognized as the beginning of modern political and public awareness of global environmental problems.

[31] Solids which conduct electricity at higher temperature but not at lower temperature are called -
A. super-conductor
B. metallic-conductor
C. semi-conductor
D. insulator
Ans: semi-conductor
Explanation : Semiconductors are insulators at low temperatures and reasonably good conductors at higher temperatures. As temperature increases, the semi-conductor material becomes a better and better conductor.

[32] Which one of the following has greatest mass?
A. electron
B. proton
C. neutron
D. hydrogen nucleus
Ans: neutron
Explanation : Mass of proton is 1.672621777(74) x 10−27 kg. An electron has a mass (9.10938291(40) x10−31 kg) that is approximately 1/1836 that of the proton. The mass of neutron is slightly larger than that of a proton. The mass of the hydrogen nucleus is 1.7x 10−27 kg. The heaviest of these particles is the neutron.

[33] A television channel is characterised by -
A. frequency of transmitted signal
B. velocity of transmitted signal
C. physical dimension of television screen
D. size of picture tube
Ans: frequency of transmitted signal
Explanation : A television channel is a physical or virtual channel over which a television station or television network is distributed. Channel numbers represent actual frequencies used to broadcast the television signal. For example, in North America, "channel 2" refers to the broadcast or cable band of 54 to 60 MHz, with carrier frequencies of 55.25 MHz for NTSC analog video (VSB) and 59.75 MHz for analog audio (FM), or 55.31 MHz for digital ATSC (8VSB).

[34] The first computer mouse was built by –
A. Douglas Engelbart
B. William English
C. Oaniel Coogher
D. Robert Zawacki
Ans: Douglas Engelbart
Explanation : The computer mouse as we know it today was invented and developed by Douglas Englebart during the 1960's. While creating the mouse, Douglas was working at the Stanford Research Institute and originally referred to the 7riouse as a "X-Y Position Indicator for a Display System." This mouse was first used with the Xerox Alto computer system in 1973.

[35] An organization's profitability depends on –
A. Quality of data processed
B. Quantity of data processed
C. Speed of processing the data
D. Both (a) and (c)
Ans: Speed of processing the data
Explanation : Profitability, as a fundamental goal of each profit oriented organization, depends on an elaborated strategy to provide a real value for customers. One of the determinants of the profitability of an organization is the quality of data processed. However, the speed of processing the data is also import speedy delivery is also a key determinant. For example, outsourcing increases profitability and it also helps companies in saving for the cost of labor.

[36] 'Gold' is mainly related to –
A. Local market
B. National market
C. International market
D. Regional market
Ans: International market
Explanation : Gold is mainly related to the international market as of all the precious metals, it is the most popular as an investment. Gold has been used throughout history as money and has been a relative standard for currency equivalents specific to economic regions or countries, until recent times Gold price has shown a long term correlation with the price of crude oil.

[37] Bilateral monopoly refers to the market situation of:
A. two sellers, two buyers
B. one seller and two buyers
C. two sellers and one buyer
D. one seller and one buyer
Ans: one seller and one buyer
Explanation : In a bilateral monopoly there is both a monopoly (a single seller) and monopsony (a single buyer) in the same market. The one supplier tends to act as a monopoly power, and looks to chart high prices to the one buyer. The lone buyer looks toward paying a price that is as low as possible. Since both par ties have conflicting goals, the two sides negotiate based 07 the relative bargaining power of each, with a final price settling fling in between the two side points of maximum profit.

[38] The economist who believed that unemployment is impossible and that market mechanism has a built in regulatory system to meet any ups and downs
A. J . M. Keynes
B. Ohlin
C. J.B.Say
D. Galbraith
Ans: J.B.Say
Explanation : The classical economist belief in full employment as a normal condition of a free market economy is based on Say's Law of Markets. It war on the basis of this law that the classical economist thought that general over and hence genera unemployment were impossible. The law simply states "supply creates its own demand."

[39] Constituent Assembly of India was formulated on the recommendation of
A. Wavel Plan
B. Cripps Mission
C. August Offer
D. Cabinet Mission
Ans: Cabinet Mission
Explanation : The Constituent Assembly was set up while India was still under British rule, following negotiations between Indian leaders and members of the 1946 Cabinet Mission to India from the United Kingdom. The announcement the Plan on May 16, 1946 was preceded by the Shimla Conference of 1945.

[40] Who said “Truth is the ultimate reality and it is God"?
A. Swamy Vivekananda
B. Rabindra Nath Tagore
C. M.K.Gandhi
D. Radhakrishnan sid
Ans: M.K.Gandhi
Explanation : Gandhi was known to have considered truth something similar to that. Baruch Spinoza considered ultimate truth as the ultimate reality of a rationally ordered system that is God. This ultimate truth is God (as God is also Truth) and morality - the moral laws and code - its basis.

[41] Which of the following tribes" is associated with the “Tana Bhagat” movement?
A. Uraon
B. Munda
C. Santhal
D. Kondadora
Ans: Uraon
Explanation : Just like the Birsa's religious movement among the Mundas, a similar religious movement gained among the Oraon known as Tana Bhagat. The movement was apparently Initiated in 1914 by a young Oraon tribesman known as Jatra Oraon.

[42] Who founded the Naujawan Bharat Sabha?
A. B.c.Pal
B. G.Subramania lyer
C. Sardar Bagat Singh
D. RukmaniLakshmipath
Ans: Sardar Bagat Singh
Explanation : The Naujawan Bharat Sabha was founded by Bhagat Singh, in March 1926 and was declared illegal under the Criminal Law Amendment Act of 1908 in September 1934. Its purpose was to help foster revolution against the British Raj by gathering together worker and peasant youth.

[43] The Narendra Mandal or Chamber of Princes was inauguratedin 1921 by -
A. Lord Curzon
B. Lord Wellesley
C. Duke of Cannaught
D. Duke of Wellingdon
Ans: Duke of Cannaught
Explanation : It was by a royal proclamation that the Chamber of Princes was instituted on 8 February 1921. The inauguration ceremony was performed by His Royal Highness the Duke of Connaught in the Di-wan-i-am of Red Fort on behalf of His Majesty the King Emperor.

[44] Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha together are known as –
A. Triratna
B. Trivarga
C. Trisarga
D. Trimurti
Ans: Triratna
Explanation : The Three Jewels (triratna) are the three things that Buddhists take refuge in, and look toward for guidance, in the process known as taking refuge. The Three Jewels are: Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha.

[45] Who was called Lichchavi Dauhitra?
A. Chandragupta I
B. Skandagupta
C. Kumaragupta
D. Samudragupta
Ans: Chandraguptal
Explanation : Chandragupta I was known as ‘Lichchavidauhitra.’ His marriage with the Lichchavi Princess Kumaradevi was one of the significant events in the Gupta rule. The importance of this marriage can be known further from Samudragupta’s Allahabad inscription in which he has described himself as “Lichchhavisdauhitra or daughter’s son of the Lichehavis.

[46] Which hill station is-called as the ‘Queen of the Satpuras’?
A. Pachmarhi
B. Nilgiri
C. Mahenderagiri
D. Udayagiri
Ans: Pachmarhi
Explanation : Panchmarhi, a beautiful hill station in the Satpura range, is known as Queen of Satpura because of its mystic beauty. It is a known destination for Bollywood film shootings.

[47] Which national highway connects Delhi and Kolkata via Mathura and Varanasi?
A. NH4
B. NH2
C. NH10
D. NH6
Ans: NH2
Explanation : National Highway 2, commonly referred as Delhi-Kolkata Road, is a busy Indian National Highway that runs through the states of Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal. It constitutes a major portion of the historical Grand Trunk Road along with NH 91 and NH1 in India.

[48] The country where drip irrigation is more efficiently used is –
A. India
B. Israel
C. Sri ha
D. England
Ans: Israel
Explanation : Most of the credit for making drip irrigation what it is today goes to Israel and South Africa where it is most efficiently used. As with most water-scarce countries, Israel has seen firsthand how efficient irrigation methods and strategic water reuse can help ensure sustainable, reliable agricultural production.

[49] Which of the following is an endangered species?
A. Black buck
B. Blue sheep
C. Gangetic dolphin
D. Mithun
Ans: Blue sheep
Explanation : According to the Red list of 2012, Ganges River Dolphin is one of-critically endangered species in India. Endangered species in India comprise large-are species of wild aquatic animals and insects.

[50] Of the following man-made disasters, which is socially in?
A. Debris Avalanche
B. Salt Water Intrusion
C. Arson
D. Ozone depletion
Ans: Arson
Explanation : Arson is the crime of intentionally and maliciously setting fire to buildings, wild land areas, vehicles or other property with the intent to cause-damage. Distinct from spontaneous combustion and natural wildfires, it is considered to be a manmade disaster which is socially induced.



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