[1] Fuse wire is made of an alloy of:
A.
Tin and Lead
B.
Tin and Copper
C.
Lead and Copper
D.
Copper and Silver
Ans:
Tin and Lead
Explanation :
The common material used fuse wire is an alloy of tin and lead (63% tin and 37% lead). Fuse wires provide over current protection of an electrical circuit including source of power and the load. Its essential component is a metal wire or strip that melt when too much current flows through it, thereby interrupting the flow of current.
[2] The northern part of the west coast in India is known as -
A.
Konkan coast
B.
Coromandel coast
C.
Malabar coast
D.
Godavari Coast
Ans:
Konkan coast
Explanation :
Konkan, also known as the Konkan Coast or Kokan, is the northern section of the western coast of India. It is a 720- km long coastline. It consists of the coastal districts of western Indian states of Karnataka, Goa, and Maharashtra. The Southern part of the western coast from Goa to Kanyakumari is called Malabar Coast.
[3] The elements known as primary nutrients for plants –
A.
Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium
B.
Nitrogen, Oxygen and Silicon
C.
Potassium, Boron and Nitrogen
D.
Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Iron
Ans:
Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium
Explanation :
Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P) and Potassium (K) are considered as the three essential or primary nutrients for plants. Together they make up the trio known as NPK. Other important nutrients are calcium, magnesium and sulfur. Plants also need small quantities of iron, manganese, zinc, copper, boron molybdenum, known us trace elements.
[4] Which sanctuary in India is famous for Rhinoceros and in which state is it located?
A.
Gir, Gujarat
B.
Kaziranga, Assam
C.
Ranthambore, Rajasthan
D.
Corbett, Uttarakhand
Ans:
Kaziranga, Assam
Explanation :
Kaziranga National Park, located in the Golaghat and Nagaon districts of Assam, has the distinction of being home to the world's largest population of the Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros. It also boasts the highest density of tigers among protected areas in the world.
[5] 'Davis Cup' is associated with the game of:
A.
Cricket
B.
Lawn Tennis
C.
Badminton
D.
Table Tennis
Ans:
Lawn Tennis
Explanation :
The Davis Cup is the premier international team event in men's tennis. It is run by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and is contested annually between teams from competing countries in a knock- out format. It is described by the organizers as the "World Cup of Tennis", and the winners are referred to as the World Champion team
[6] Charles Darwin, the famous evolutionist, proposed his theory in which one of his books?
A.
The families of flowering plant
B.
The origin of species
C.
The life on earth
D.
The story of the living world
Ans:
The origin of species
Explanation :
On the Origin of Species (On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection), published on 24 November 1859, is a work of scientific literature by Charles Darwin which is considered to be the foundation of evolutionary biology. It introduced the scientific theory that populations evolve over the course of generations through a process of natural selection.
[7] 'Green Banking' means
A.
Banks financing agriculture
B.
Banks financing irrigation projects
C.
Banks financing farmers
D.
Banks financing pro-environmental projects
Ans:
Banks financing pro-environmental projects
Explanation :
Green Banking refers to practices and guidelines that make banks sustainable in economic, environment, and social dimensions. Green banking is also known as environment friendly banking, ethical banking or sustainable banking. A conventional bank becomes a green bank by directing its core operations towards the betterment of the environment.
[8] Bacterial decomposition of biological material under anaerobic condition is -
A.
fermentation
B.
fertilization
C.
contamination
D.
composting
Ans:
fermentation
Explanation :
Fermentation is a metabolic process that produces chemical changes in organic substrates through the action of enzymes. In biochemistry, it is narrowly defined as the extraction of energy from carbohydrates in the absence of respiration.
[9] Which of the following has the lowest frequency?
A.
Visible light
B.
Gamma rays
C.
X-rays
D.
Ultra violet rays
Ans:
Visible light
Explanation :
The electromagnetic spectrum is generally divided into sever regions, in order of decreasing wavelength and increasing energy and frequency: radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultra let, X-rays and gamma rays. So among the given options, visible has the lowest frequency, while gamma rays has the highest.
[10] UDP is a -
A.
connection oriented protocol
B.
connection less protocol
C.
user defined protocol
D.
security protocol
Ans:
connectionless protocol
Explanation :
User Datagram Prot P) uses a simple connectionless tram- mission model with a minimum of protocol mechanism. It provide checksums for data integrity, and port numbers for addressing different functions at the source and destination of the datagram. It is an alternative communications protocol to Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) used primarily for establishing low-latency and loss tolerating connections between applications on the Internet.
[11] The important book written by Kautilya is -
A.
Arthashastra
B.
Indica
C.
Aiya Manju Sri Mula Kapa
D.
Rajatarangini
Ans:
Arthashastra
Explanation :
The Arthashastra, an ancient Indian treatise on state-craft, economic policy and military strategy, was authored by Kautilya. Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, was a scholar at Takshashila and served as the teacher and guardian of Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
[12] Who was the first Indian Governor General of Independent India?
A.
Rajendra Prasad
B.
C. Rajagopalachari
C.
A. Kriplani
D.
Lord Mountbatten
Ans:
C. Rajagopalachari
Explanation :
C. Rajagopalachari was the first Indian and last Governor General of Independent India. He served as Governor-General of India from June 1948until 26 January 1950. He was not only the last Governor- General of India, but the only Indian national ever to hold the office.
[13] A fresh e when placed in salt water will -
A.
sink and go to the bottom
B.
sink but will not go to the bottom
C.
float
D.
burst
Ans:
float
Explanation :
When a fresh e is placed in regular water, it sinks. However, when the same egg placed in saltwater, it floats. This is because salt water is denser than the e causing it to float.
[14] A genetically engineered form of brinjal known as the BT brinjal has been developed. The objective of this is -
A.
to make it pest resistant
B.
to improve its taste and nutritive value
C.
to make it drought resistant
D.
to make its shelf life longer
Ans:
to make it pest resistant
Explanation :
Bt Brinjal is a genetically modified (GM) crop created by inserting Cry 1Ac gene from the soil bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis into Brinjal. The insertion of the gene gives Brinjal plant resistance against lepidopteron pets/insects like the Brinjal Fruit and Shoot Borer (Leucinodes or - bonalis) and Fruit Borer (Heli-coverpa armigera).
[15] Three crops that contribute maximum to global food grain production are -
A.
wheat, rice, barley
B.
rice, maize, sorghum
C.
wheat, maize, sorghum
D.
wheat, rice, maize
Ans:
wheat, rice, maize
Explanation :
Maize (corn), rice and wheat, are the three major food grains of the world. As per the 2012 figures, maize was the most important crop with production of 873 million metric tons. Rice and what came next with 738 and 671 million metric tons.
[16] Which of the following is a tertiary activity?
A.
Farming
B.
Manufacturing
C.
Dairying
D.
Trading
Ans:
Trading
Explanation :
The tertiary sector or service sector is the third of the three economic sectors of the three sector theory. The others are the secondary sector (manufacturing), and the primary sector (agriculture). Tertiary activities are service based and give non-tangible value to customers such as provision of services, trading, etc.
[17] The compound used in prick-lyheat powder to prevent excessive sweating is -
A.
Boric acid
B.
Phosphoric acid
C.
Carbonic acid
D.
Sulphonic acid
Ans:
Boric acid
Explanation :
Boric acid (H3BO3), also called hydrogen borate, boracic acid, orthoboric acid and acidum boricum, is used in prickly heat powders to prevent excessive sweating. Boric acid is also used as an antiseptic for minor burns or cuts and is sometimes used in dressings or salves. As an antibacterial compound, boric acid can also be used for acne treatment.
[18] Which of the following states has the lowest literacy rate?
A.
Kerala
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Bihar
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
As per the 2011 census, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate of 61.8% among the states and union territories of India. It is followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh in terms of lowest literacy rates. Bihar has also the lowest male literacy rate (71.2%) in India.
[19] On which date is India likely to experience the shortest day?
A.
December 22
B.
March 21
C.
June 22
D.
September 23
Ans:
December 22
Explanation :
22 December, also own as winter solstice, is the Shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. India, being in the northern hemisphere, experiences its shortest day and longest night on this very day. The winter solstice occurs at the moment when the North Pole is tilted furthest away from the sun.
[20] Precipitation in the form of a mixture of rain and snow is called -
A.
Drizzle
B.
Hail
C.
Sleet
D.
Snow
Ans:
Sleet
Explanation :
Sleet is precipitation composed of rain and partially melted snow. It forms when rain, while falling to the earth passes through a layer of cold air d freezes.
[21] Which of the following is least likely to be an effect of global warming?
A.
Increased frequency of hurricanes
B.
Loss of fertile delta region as for agriculture
C.
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
D.
Shrinking of the polar ice regions
Ans:
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
Explanation :
Global warming is the current increase in temperature of the earth’s surface (both of the water) as well as it's atmosphere. Climatologists believe that it will lead to extreme weather conditions such as increase in the frequency and strength of hurricanes, increase in sea level and submergence of deltaic regions due to melting of polar ice, coupled with melting ice sheets and glaciers across Greenland, North America, South America, Europe and Asia. However, the gradual heating of Earth's surface, oceans and atmosphere will not affect photosynthesis.
[22] Which State in India has introduced FAT Tax on junk food -
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Kerala
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Bihar
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
In a first-of-its-kind move in the country, Kerala, in July 2016, introduced a 'fat tax' on the consumption of junk food items like pizzas d burgers sold through branded restaurants. The state government imposed 14.5% t on branded restaurants selling items like tacos, pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, among others.
[23] Gandhiji's first Satyagraha in India was held at –
A.
Champaran
B.
Ahmedabad
C.
Kheda
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Champaran
Explanation :
The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was Mahatma Gandhi's first Satyagraha in India. Gandhi took up the cause of hapless indigo peasants under the 'Tinkathia system' and waged satyagraha against the European indigo planters. Champaran Satyagraha was the first to be started, but the word Satyagraha was used for the first time in Anti Rowlatt Act agitation.
[24] Golden Quadrilateral Project for the development of National Highways was initiated by-
A.
P V Narasimha Rao
B.
I K Gujral
C.
Manmohan Singh
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Ans:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Explanation :
The Golden Quadrilateral-project was launched by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee in 2001. The Golden Quadrilateral is a high-way network connecting many of the major industrial, agricultural and cultural centres of India. It is the largest high-way project in India and the fifth longest in the world.
[25] Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
A.
Atomic power
B.
Thermal power
C.
Hydro power
D.
Wind power
Ans:
Thermal power
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Explanation :
The common material used fuse wire is an alloy of tin and lead (63% tin and 37% lead). Fuse wires provide over current protection of an electrical circuit including source of power and the load. Its essential component is a metal wire or strip that melt when too much current flows through it, thereby interrupting the flow of current.
[2] The northern part of the west coast in India is known as -
A.
Konkan coast
B.
Coromandel coast
C.
Malabar coast
D.
Godavari Coast
Ans:
Konkan coast
Explanation :
Konkan, also known as the Konkan Coast or Kokan, is the northern section of the western coast of India. It is a 720- km long coastline. It consists of the coastal districts of western Indian states of Karnataka, Goa, and Maharashtra. The Southern part of the western coast from Goa to Kanyakumari is called Malabar Coast.
[3] The elements known as primary nutrients for plants –
A.
Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium
B.
Nitrogen, Oxygen and Silicon
C.
Potassium, Boron and Nitrogen
D.
Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Iron
Ans:
Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium
Explanation :
Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P) and Potassium (K) are considered as the three essential or primary nutrients for plants. Together they make up the trio known as NPK. Other important nutrients are calcium, magnesium and sulfur. Plants also need small quantities of iron, manganese, zinc, copper, boron molybdenum, known us trace elements.
[4] Which sanctuary in India is famous for Rhinoceros and in which state is it located?
A.
Gir, Gujarat
B.
Kaziranga, Assam
C.
Ranthambore, Rajasthan
D.
Corbett, Uttarakhand
Ans:
Kaziranga, Assam
Explanation :
Kaziranga National Park, located in the Golaghat and Nagaon districts of Assam, has the distinction of being home to the world's largest population of the Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros. It also boasts the highest density of tigers among protected areas in the world.
[5] 'Davis Cup' is associated with the game of:
A.
Cricket
B.
Lawn Tennis
C.
Badminton
D.
Table Tennis
Ans:
Lawn Tennis
Explanation :
The Davis Cup is the premier international team event in men's tennis. It is run by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and is contested annually between teams from competing countries in a knock- out format. It is described by the organizers as the "World Cup of Tennis", and the winners are referred to as the World Champion team
[6] Charles Darwin, the famous evolutionist, proposed his theory in which one of his books?
A.
The families of flowering plant
B.
The origin of species
C.
The life on earth
D.
The story of the living world
Ans:
The origin of species
Explanation :
On the Origin of Species (On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection), published on 24 November 1859, is a work of scientific literature by Charles Darwin which is considered to be the foundation of evolutionary biology. It introduced the scientific theory that populations evolve over the course of generations through a process of natural selection.
[7] 'Green Banking' means
A.
Banks financing agriculture
B.
Banks financing irrigation projects
C.
Banks financing farmers
D.
Banks financing pro-environmental projects
Ans:
Banks financing pro-environmental projects
Explanation :
Green Banking refers to practices and guidelines that make banks sustainable in economic, environment, and social dimensions. Green banking is also known as environment friendly banking, ethical banking or sustainable banking. A conventional bank becomes a green bank by directing its core operations towards the betterment of the environment.
[8] Bacterial decomposition of biological material under anaerobic condition is -
A.
fermentation
B.
fertilization
C.
contamination
D.
composting
Ans:
fermentation
Explanation :
Fermentation is a metabolic process that produces chemical changes in organic substrates through the action of enzymes. In biochemistry, it is narrowly defined as the extraction of energy from carbohydrates in the absence of respiration.
[9] Which of the following has the lowest frequency?
A.
Visible light
B.
Gamma rays
C.
X-rays
D.
Ultra violet rays
Ans:
Visible light
Explanation :
The electromagnetic spectrum is generally divided into sever regions, in order of decreasing wavelength and increasing energy and frequency: radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultra let, X-rays and gamma rays. So among the given options, visible has the lowest frequency, while gamma rays has the highest.
[10] UDP is a -
A.
connection oriented protocol
B.
connection less protocol
C.
user defined protocol
D.
security protocol
Ans:
connectionless protocol
Explanation :
User Datagram Prot P) uses a simple connectionless tram- mission model with a minimum of protocol mechanism. It provide checksums for data integrity, and port numbers for addressing different functions at the source and destination of the datagram. It is an alternative communications protocol to Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) used primarily for establishing low-latency and loss tolerating connections between applications on the Internet.
[11] The important book written by Kautilya is -
A.
Arthashastra
B.
Indica
C.
Aiya Manju Sri Mula Kapa
D.
Rajatarangini
Ans:
Arthashastra
Explanation :
The Arthashastra, an ancient Indian treatise on state-craft, economic policy and military strategy, was authored by Kautilya. Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, was a scholar at Takshashila and served as the teacher and guardian of Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
[12] Who was the first Indian Governor General of Independent India?
A.
Rajendra Prasad
B.
C. Rajagopalachari
C.
A. Kriplani
D.
Lord Mountbatten
Ans:
C. Rajagopalachari
Explanation :
C. Rajagopalachari was the first Indian and last Governor General of Independent India. He served as Governor-General of India from June 1948until 26 January 1950. He was not only the last Governor- General of India, but the only Indian national ever to hold the office.
[13] A fresh e when placed in salt water will -
A.
sink and go to the bottom
B.
sink but will not go to the bottom
C.
float
D.
burst
Ans:
float
Explanation :
When a fresh e is placed in regular water, it sinks. However, when the same egg placed in saltwater, it floats. This is because salt water is denser than the e causing it to float.
[14] A genetically engineered form of brinjal known as the BT brinjal has been developed. The objective of this is -
A.
to make it pest resistant
B.
to improve its taste and nutritive value
C.
to make it drought resistant
D.
to make its shelf life longer
Ans:
to make it pest resistant
Explanation :
Bt Brinjal is a genetically modified (GM) crop created by inserting Cry 1Ac gene from the soil bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis into Brinjal. The insertion of the gene gives Brinjal plant resistance against lepidopteron pets/insects like the Brinjal Fruit and Shoot Borer (Leucinodes or - bonalis) and Fruit Borer (Heli-coverpa armigera).
[15] Three crops that contribute maximum to global food grain production are -
A.
wheat, rice, barley
B.
rice, maize, sorghum
C.
wheat, maize, sorghum
D.
wheat, rice, maize
Ans:
wheat, rice, maize
Explanation :
Maize (corn), rice and wheat, are the three major food grains of the world. As per the 2012 figures, maize was the most important crop with production of 873 million metric tons. Rice and what came next with 738 and 671 million metric tons.
[16] Which of the following is a tertiary activity?
A.
Farming
B.
Manufacturing
C.
Dairying
D.
Trading
Ans:
Trading
Explanation :
The tertiary sector or service sector is the third of the three economic sectors of the three sector theory. The others are the secondary sector (manufacturing), and the primary sector (agriculture). Tertiary activities are service based and give non-tangible value to customers such as provision of services, trading, etc.
[17] The compound used in prick-lyheat powder to prevent excessive sweating is -
A.
Boric acid
B.
Phosphoric acid
C.
Carbonic acid
D.
Sulphonic acid
Ans:
Boric acid
Explanation :
Boric acid (H3BO3), also called hydrogen borate, boracic acid, orthoboric acid and acidum boricum, is used in prickly heat powders to prevent excessive sweating. Boric acid is also used as an antiseptic for minor burns or cuts and is sometimes used in dressings or salves. As an antibacterial compound, boric acid can also be used for acne treatment.
[18] Which of the following states has the lowest literacy rate?
A.
Kerala
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Bihar
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
As per the 2011 census, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate of 61.8% among the states and union territories of India. It is followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh in terms of lowest literacy rates. Bihar has also the lowest male literacy rate (71.2%) in India.
[19] On which date is India likely to experience the shortest day?
A.
December 22
B.
March 21
C.
June 22
D.
September 23
Ans:
December 22
Explanation :
22 December, also own as winter solstice, is the Shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. India, being in the northern hemisphere, experiences its shortest day and longest night on this very day. The winter solstice occurs at the moment when the North Pole is tilted furthest away from the sun.
[20] Precipitation in the form of a mixture of rain and snow is called -
A.
Drizzle
B.
Hail
C.
Sleet
D.
Snow
Ans:
Sleet
Explanation :
Sleet is precipitation composed of rain and partially melted snow. It forms when rain, while falling to the earth passes through a layer of cold air d freezes.
[21] Which of the following is least likely to be an effect of global warming?
A.
Increased frequency of hurricanes
B.
Loss of fertile delta region as for agriculture
C.
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
D.
Shrinking of the polar ice regions
Ans:
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
Explanation :
Global warming is the current increase in temperature of the earth’s surface (both of the water) as well as it's atmosphere. Climatologists believe that it will lead to extreme weather conditions such as increase in the frequency and strength of hurricanes, increase in sea level and submergence of deltaic regions due to melting of polar ice, coupled with melting ice sheets and glaciers across Greenland, North America, South America, Europe and Asia. However, the gradual heating of Earth's surface, oceans and atmosphere will not affect photosynthesis.
[22] Which State in India has introduced FAT Tax on junk food -
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Kerala
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Bihar
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
In a first-of-its-kind move in the country, Kerala, in July 2016, introduced a 'fat tax' on the consumption of junk food items like pizzas d burgers sold through branded restaurants. The state government imposed 14.5% t on branded restaurants selling items like tacos, pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, among others.
[23] Gandhiji's first Satyagraha in India was held at –
A.
Champaran
B.
Ahmedabad
C.
Kheda
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Champaran
Explanation :
The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was Mahatma Gandhi's first Satyagraha in India. Gandhi took up the cause of hapless indigo peasants under the 'Tinkathia system' and waged satyagraha against the European indigo planters. Champaran Satyagraha was the first to be started, but the word Satyagraha was used for the first time in Anti Rowlatt Act agitation.
[24] Golden Quadrilateral Project for the development of National Highways was initiated by-
A.
P V Narasimha Rao
B.
I K Gujral
C.
Manmohan Singh
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Ans:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Explanation :
The Golden Quadrilateral-project was launched by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee in 2001. The Golden Quadrilateral is a high-way network connecting many of the major industrial, agricultural and cultural centres of India. It is the largest high-way project in India and the fifth longest in the world.
[25] Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
A.
Atomic power
B.
Thermal power
C.
Hydro power
D.
Wind power
Ans:
Thermal power
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Explanation :
Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P) and Potassium (K) are considered as the three essential or primary nutrients for plants. Together they make up the trio known as NPK. Other important nutrients are calcium, magnesium and sulfur. Plants also need small quantities of iron, manganese, zinc, copper, boron molybdenum, known us trace elements.
[4] Which sanctuary in India is famous for Rhinoceros and in which state is it located?
A.
Gir, Gujarat
B.
Kaziranga, Assam
C.
Ranthambore, Rajasthan
D.
Corbett, Uttarakhand
Ans:
Kaziranga, Assam
Explanation :
Kaziranga National Park, located in the Golaghat and Nagaon districts of Assam, has the distinction of being home to the world's largest population of the Greater One-Horned Rhinoceros. It also boasts the highest density of tigers among protected areas in the world.
[5] 'Davis Cup' is associated with the game of:
A.
Cricket
B.
Lawn Tennis
C.
Badminton
D.
Table Tennis
Ans:
Lawn Tennis
Explanation :
The Davis Cup is the premier international team event in men's tennis. It is run by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and is contested annually between teams from competing countries in a knock- out format. It is described by the organizers as the "World Cup of Tennis", and the winners are referred to as the World Champion team
[6] Charles Darwin, the famous evolutionist, proposed his theory in which one of his books?
A.
The families of flowering plant
B.
The origin of species
C.
The life on earth
D.
The story of the living world
Ans:
The origin of species
Explanation :
On the Origin of Species (On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection), published on 24 November 1859, is a work of scientific literature by Charles Darwin which is considered to be the foundation of evolutionary biology. It introduced the scientific theory that populations evolve over the course of generations through a process of natural selection.
[7] 'Green Banking' means
A.
Banks financing agriculture
B.
Banks financing irrigation projects
C.
Banks financing farmers
D.
Banks financing pro-environmental projects
Ans:
Banks financing pro-environmental projects
Explanation :
Green Banking refers to practices and guidelines that make banks sustainable in economic, environment, and social dimensions. Green banking is also known as environment friendly banking, ethical banking or sustainable banking. A conventional bank becomes a green bank by directing its core operations towards the betterment of the environment.
[8] Bacterial decomposition of biological material under anaerobic condition is -
A.
fermentation
B.
fertilization
C.
contamination
D.
composting
Ans:
fermentation
Explanation :
Fermentation is a metabolic process that produces chemical changes in organic substrates through the action of enzymes. In biochemistry, it is narrowly defined as the extraction of energy from carbohydrates in the absence of respiration.
[9] Which of the following has the lowest frequency?
A.
Visible light
B.
Gamma rays
C.
X-rays
D.
Ultra violet rays
Ans:
Visible light
Explanation :
The electromagnetic spectrum is generally divided into sever regions, in order of decreasing wavelength and increasing energy and frequency: radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultra let, X-rays and gamma rays. So among the given options, visible has the lowest frequency, while gamma rays has the highest.
[10] UDP is a -
A.
connection oriented protocol
B.
connection less protocol
C.
user defined protocol
D.
security protocol
Ans:
connectionless protocol
Explanation :
User Datagram Prot P) uses a simple connectionless tram- mission model with a minimum of protocol mechanism. It provide checksums for data integrity, and port numbers for addressing different functions at the source and destination of the datagram. It is an alternative communications protocol to Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) used primarily for establishing low-latency and loss tolerating connections between applications on the Internet.
[11] The important book written by Kautilya is -
A.
Arthashastra
B.
Indica
C.
Aiya Manju Sri Mula Kapa
D.
Rajatarangini
Ans:
Arthashastra
Explanation :
The Arthashastra, an ancient Indian treatise on state-craft, economic policy and military strategy, was authored by Kautilya. Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, was a scholar at Takshashila and served as the teacher and guardian of Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
[12] Who was the first Indian Governor General of Independent India?
A.
Rajendra Prasad
B.
C. Rajagopalachari
C.
A. Kriplani
D.
Lord Mountbatten
Ans:
C. Rajagopalachari
Explanation :
C. Rajagopalachari was the first Indian and last Governor General of Independent India. He served as Governor-General of India from June 1948until 26 January 1950. He was not only the last Governor- General of India, but the only Indian national ever to hold the office.
[13] A fresh e when placed in salt water will -
A.
sink and go to the bottom
B.
sink but will not go to the bottom
C.
float
D.
burst
Ans:
float
Explanation :
When a fresh e is placed in regular water, it sinks. However, when the same egg placed in saltwater, it floats. This is because salt water is denser than the e causing it to float.
[14] A genetically engineered form of brinjal known as the BT brinjal has been developed. The objective of this is -
A.
to make it pest resistant
B.
to improve its taste and nutritive value
C.
to make it drought resistant
D.
to make its shelf life longer
Ans:
to make it pest resistant
Explanation :
Bt Brinjal is a genetically modified (GM) crop created by inserting Cry 1Ac gene from the soil bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis into Brinjal. The insertion of the gene gives Brinjal plant resistance against lepidopteron pets/insects like the Brinjal Fruit and Shoot Borer (Leucinodes or - bonalis) and Fruit Borer (Heli-coverpa armigera).
[15] Three crops that contribute maximum to global food grain production are -
A.
wheat, rice, barley
B.
rice, maize, sorghum
C.
wheat, maize, sorghum
D.
wheat, rice, maize
Ans:
wheat, rice, maize
Explanation :
Maize (corn), rice and wheat, are the three major food grains of the world. As per the 2012 figures, maize was the most important crop with production of 873 million metric tons. Rice and what came next with 738 and 671 million metric tons.
[16] Which of the following is a tertiary activity?
A.
Farming
B.
Manufacturing
C.
Dairying
D.
Trading
Ans:
Trading
Explanation :
The tertiary sector or service sector is the third of the three economic sectors of the three sector theory. The others are the secondary sector (manufacturing), and the primary sector (agriculture). Tertiary activities are service based and give non-tangible value to customers such as provision of services, trading, etc.
[17] The compound used in prick-lyheat powder to prevent excessive sweating is -
A.
Boric acid
B.
Phosphoric acid
C.
Carbonic acid
D.
Sulphonic acid
Ans:
Boric acid
Explanation :
Boric acid (H3BO3), also called hydrogen borate, boracic acid, orthoboric acid and acidum boricum, is used in prickly heat powders to prevent excessive sweating. Boric acid is also used as an antiseptic for minor burns or cuts and is sometimes used in dressings or salves. As an antibacterial compound, boric acid can also be used for acne treatment.
[18] Which of the following states has the lowest literacy rate?
A.
Kerala
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Bihar
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
As per the 2011 census, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate of 61.8% among the states and union territories of India. It is followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh in terms of lowest literacy rates. Bihar has also the lowest male literacy rate (71.2%) in India.
[19] On which date is India likely to experience the shortest day?
A.
December 22
B.
March 21
C.
June 22
D.
September 23
Ans:
December 22
Explanation :
22 December, also own as winter solstice, is the Shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. India, being in the northern hemisphere, experiences its shortest day and longest night on this very day. The winter solstice occurs at the moment when the North Pole is tilted furthest away from the sun.
[20] Precipitation in the form of a mixture of rain and snow is called -
A.
Drizzle
B.
Hail
C.
Sleet
D.
Snow
Ans:
Sleet
Explanation :
Sleet is precipitation composed of rain and partially melted snow. It forms when rain, while falling to the earth passes through a layer of cold air d freezes.
[21] Which of the following is least likely to be an effect of global warming?
A.
Increased frequency of hurricanes
B.
Loss of fertile delta region as for agriculture
C.
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
D.
Shrinking of the polar ice regions
Ans:
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
Explanation :
Global warming is the current increase in temperature of the earth’s surface (both of the water) as well as it's atmosphere. Climatologists believe that it will lead to extreme weather conditions such as increase in the frequency and strength of hurricanes, increase in sea level and submergence of deltaic regions due to melting of polar ice, coupled with melting ice sheets and glaciers across Greenland, North America, South America, Europe and Asia. However, the gradual heating of Earth's surface, oceans and atmosphere will not affect photosynthesis.
[22] Which State in India has introduced FAT Tax on junk food -
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Kerala
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Bihar
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
In a first-of-its-kind move in the country, Kerala, in July 2016, introduced a 'fat tax' on the consumption of junk food items like pizzas d burgers sold through branded restaurants. The state government imposed 14.5% t on branded restaurants selling items like tacos, pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, among others.
[23] Gandhiji's first Satyagraha in India was held at –
A.
Champaran
B.
Ahmedabad
C.
Kheda
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Champaran
Explanation :
The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was Mahatma Gandhi's first Satyagraha in India. Gandhi took up the cause of hapless indigo peasants under the 'Tinkathia system' and waged satyagraha against the European indigo planters. Champaran Satyagraha was the first to be started, but the word Satyagraha was used for the first time in Anti Rowlatt Act agitation.
[24] Golden Quadrilateral Project for the development of National Highways was initiated by-
A.
P V Narasimha Rao
B.
I K Gujral
C.
Manmohan Singh
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Ans:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Explanation :
The Golden Quadrilateral-project was launched by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee in 2001. The Golden Quadrilateral is a high-way network connecting many of the major industrial, agricultural and cultural centres of India. It is the largest high-way project in India and the fifth longest in the world.
[25] Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
A.
Atomic power
B.
Thermal power
C.
Hydro power
D.
Wind power
Ans:
Thermal power
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Explanation :
The Davis Cup is the premier international team event in men's tennis. It is run by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) and is contested annually between teams from competing countries in a knock- out format. It is described by the organizers as the "World Cup of Tennis", and the winners are referred to as the World Champion team
[6] Charles Darwin, the famous evolutionist, proposed his theory in which one of his books?
A.
The families of flowering plant
B.
The origin of species
C.
The life on earth
D.
The story of the living world
Ans:
The origin of species
Explanation :
On the Origin of Species (On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection), published on 24 November 1859, is a work of scientific literature by Charles Darwin which is considered to be the foundation of evolutionary biology. It introduced the scientific theory that populations evolve over the course of generations through a process of natural selection.
[7] 'Green Banking' means
A.
Banks financing agriculture
B.
Banks financing irrigation projects
C.
Banks financing farmers
D.
Banks financing pro-environmental projects
Ans:
Banks financing pro-environmental projects
Explanation :
Green Banking refers to practices and guidelines that make banks sustainable in economic, environment, and social dimensions. Green banking is also known as environment friendly banking, ethical banking or sustainable banking. A conventional bank becomes a green bank by directing its core operations towards the betterment of the environment.
[8] Bacterial decomposition of biological material under anaerobic condition is -
A.
fermentation
B.
fertilization
C.
contamination
D.
composting
Ans:
fermentation
Explanation :
Fermentation is a metabolic process that produces chemical changes in organic substrates through the action of enzymes. In biochemistry, it is narrowly defined as the extraction of energy from carbohydrates in the absence of respiration.
[9] Which of the following has the lowest frequency?
A.
Visible light
B.
Gamma rays
C.
X-rays
D.
Ultra violet rays
Ans:
Visible light
Explanation :
The electromagnetic spectrum is generally divided into sever regions, in order of decreasing wavelength and increasing energy and frequency: radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultra let, X-rays and gamma rays. So among the given options, visible has the lowest frequency, while gamma rays has the highest.
[10] UDP is a -
A.
connection oriented protocol
B.
connection less protocol
C.
user defined protocol
D.
security protocol
Ans:
connectionless protocol
Explanation :
User Datagram Prot P) uses a simple connectionless tram- mission model with a minimum of protocol mechanism. It provide checksums for data integrity, and port numbers for addressing different functions at the source and destination of the datagram. It is an alternative communications protocol to Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) used primarily for establishing low-latency and loss tolerating connections between applications on the Internet.
[11] The important book written by Kautilya is -
A.
Arthashastra
B.
Indica
C.
Aiya Manju Sri Mula Kapa
D.
Rajatarangini
Ans:
Arthashastra
Explanation :
The Arthashastra, an ancient Indian treatise on state-craft, economic policy and military strategy, was authored by Kautilya. Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, was a scholar at Takshashila and served as the teacher and guardian of Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
[12] Who was the first Indian Governor General of Independent India?
A.
Rajendra Prasad
B.
C. Rajagopalachari
C.
A. Kriplani
D.
Lord Mountbatten
Ans:
C. Rajagopalachari
Explanation :
C. Rajagopalachari was the first Indian and last Governor General of Independent India. He served as Governor-General of India from June 1948until 26 January 1950. He was not only the last Governor- General of India, but the only Indian national ever to hold the office.
[13] A fresh e when placed in salt water will -
A.
sink and go to the bottom
B.
sink but will not go to the bottom
C.
float
D.
burst
Ans:
float
Explanation :
When a fresh e is placed in regular water, it sinks. However, when the same egg placed in saltwater, it floats. This is because salt water is denser than the e causing it to float.
[14] A genetically engineered form of brinjal known as the BT brinjal has been developed. The objective of this is -
A.
to make it pest resistant
B.
to improve its taste and nutritive value
C.
to make it drought resistant
D.
to make its shelf life longer
Ans:
to make it pest resistant
Explanation :
Bt Brinjal is a genetically modified (GM) crop created by inserting Cry 1Ac gene from the soil bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis into Brinjal. The insertion of the gene gives Brinjal plant resistance against lepidopteron pets/insects like the Brinjal Fruit and Shoot Borer (Leucinodes or - bonalis) and Fruit Borer (Heli-coverpa armigera).
[15] Three crops that contribute maximum to global food grain production are -
A.
wheat, rice, barley
B.
rice, maize, sorghum
C.
wheat, maize, sorghum
D.
wheat, rice, maize
Ans:
wheat, rice, maize
Explanation :
Maize (corn), rice and wheat, are the three major food grains of the world. As per the 2012 figures, maize was the most important crop with production of 873 million metric tons. Rice and what came next with 738 and 671 million metric tons.
[16] Which of the following is a tertiary activity?
A.
Farming
B.
Manufacturing
C.
Dairying
D.
Trading
Ans:
Trading
Explanation :
The tertiary sector or service sector is the third of the three economic sectors of the three sector theory. The others are the secondary sector (manufacturing), and the primary sector (agriculture). Tertiary activities are service based and give non-tangible value to customers such as provision of services, trading, etc.
[17] The compound used in prick-lyheat powder to prevent excessive sweating is -
A.
Boric acid
B.
Phosphoric acid
C.
Carbonic acid
D.
Sulphonic acid
Ans:
Boric acid
Explanation :
Boric acid (H3BO3), also called hydrogen borate, boracic acid, orthoboric acid and acidum boricum, is used in prickly heat powders to prevent excessive sweating. Boric acid is also used as an antiseptic for minor burns or cuts and is sometimes used in dressings or salves. As an antibacterial compound, boric acid can also be used for acne treatment.
[18] Which of the following states has the lowest literacy rate?
A.
Kerala
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Bihar
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
As per the 2011 census, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate of 61.8% among the states and union territories of India. It is followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh in terms of lowest literacy rates. Bihar has also the lowest male literacy rate (71.2%) in India.
[19] On which date is India likely to experience the shortest day?
A.
December 22
B.
March 21
C.
June 22
D.
September 23
Ans:
December 22
Explanation :
22 December, also own as winter solstice, is the Shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. India, being in the northern hemisphere, experiences its shortest day and longest night on this very day. The winter solstice occurs at the moment when the North Pole is tilted furthest away from the sun.
[20] Precipitation in the form of a mixture of rain and snow is called -
A.
Drizzle
B.
Hail
C.
Sleet
D.
Snow
Ans:
Sleet
Explanation :
Sleet is precipitation composed of rain and partially melted snow. It forms when rain, while falling to the earth passes through a layer of cold air d freezes.
[21] Which of the following is least likely to be an effect of global warming?
A.
Increased frequency of hurricanes
B.
Loss of fertile delta region as for agriculture
C.
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
D.
Shrinking of the polar ice regions
Ans:
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
Explanation :
Global warming is the current increase in temperature of the earth’s surface (both of the water) as well as it's atmosphere. Climatologists believe that it will lead to extreme weather conditions such as increase in the frequency and strength of hurricanes, increase in sea level and submergence of deltaic regions due to melting of polar ice, coupled with melting ice sheets and glaciers across Greenland, North America, South America, Europe and Asia. However, the gradual heating of Earth's surface, oceans and atmosphere will not affect photosynthesis.
[22] Which State in India has introduced FAT Tax on junk food -
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Kerala
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Bihar
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
In a first-of-its-kind move in the country, Kerala, in July 2016, introduced a 'fat tax' on the consumption of junk food items like pizzas d burgers sold through branded restaurants. The state government imposed 14.5% t on branded restaurants selling items like tacos, pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, among others.
[23] Gandhiji's first Satyagraha in India was held at –
A.
Champaran
B.
Ahmedabad
C.
Kheda
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Champaran
Explanation :
The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was Mahatma Gandhi's first Satyagraha in India. Gandhi took up the cause of hapless indigo peasants under the 'Tinkathia system' and waged satyagraha against the European indigo planters. Champaran Satyagraha was the first to be started, but the word Satyagraha was used for the first time in Anti Rowlatt Act agitation.
[24] Golden Quadrilateral Project for the development of National Highways was initiated by-
A.
P V Narasimha Rao
B.
I K Gujral
C.
Manmohan Singh
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Ans:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Explanation :
The Golden Quadrilateral-project was launched by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee in 2001. The Golden Quadrilateral is a high-way network connecting many of the major industrial, agricultural and cultural centres of India. It is the largest high-way project in India and the fifth longest in the world.
[25] Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
A.
Atomic power
B.
Thermal power
C.
Hydro power
D.
Wind power
Ans:
Thermal power
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Explanation :
Green Banking refers to practices and guidelines that make banks sustainable in economic, environment, and social dimensions. Green banking is also known as environment friendly banking, ethical banking or sustainable banking. A conventional bank becomes a green bank by directing its core operations towards the betterment of the environment.
[8] Bacterial decomposition of biological material under anaerobic condition is -
A.
fermentation
B.
fertilization
C.
contamination
D.
composting
Ans:
fermentation
Explanation :
Fermentation is a metabolic process that produces chemical changes in organic substrates through the action of enzymes. In biochemistry, it is narrowly defined as the extraction of energy from carbohydrates in the absence of respiration.
[9] Which of the following has the lowest frequency?
A.
Visible light
B.
Gamma rays
C.
X-rays
D.
Ultra violet rays
Ans:
Visible light
Explanation :
The electromagnetic spectrum is generally divided into sever regions, in order of decreasing wavelength and increasing energy and frequency: radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultra let, X-rays and gamma rays. So among the given options, visible has the lowest frequency, while gamma rays has the highest.
[10] UDP is a -
A.
connection oriented protocol
B.
connection less protocol
C.
user defined protocol
D.
security protocol
Ans:
connectionless protocol
Explanation :
User Datagram Prot P) uses a simple connectionless tram- mission model with a minimum of protocol mechanism. It provide checksums for data integrity, and port numbers for addressing different functions at the source and destination of the datagram. It is an alternative communications protocol to Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) used primarily for establishing low-latency and loss tolerating connections between applications on the Internet.
[11] The important book written by Kautilya is -
A.
Arthashastra
B.
Indica
C.
Aiya Manju Sri Mula Kapa
D.
Rajatarangini
Ans:
Arthashastra
Explanation :
The Arthashastra, an ancient Indian treatise on state-craft, economic policy and military strategy, was authored by Kautilya. Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, was a scholar at Takshashila and served as the teacher and guardian of Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
[12] Who was the first Indian Governor General of Independent India?
A.
Rajendra Prasad
B.
C. Rajagopalachari
C.
A. Kriplani
D.
Lord Mountbatten
Ans:
C. Rajagopalachari
Explanation :
C. Rajagopalachari was the first Indian and last Governor General of Independent India. He served as Governor-General of India from June 1948until 26 January 1950. He was not only the last Governor- General of India, but the only Indian national ever to hold the office.
[13] A fresh e when placed in salt water will -
A.
sink and go to the bottom
B.
sink but will not go to the bottom
C.
float
D.
burst
Ans:
float
Explanation :
When a fresh e is placed in regular water, it sinks. However, when the same egg placed in saltwater, it floats. This is because salt water is denser than the e causing it to float.
[14] A genetically engineered form of brinjal known as the BT brinjal has been developed. The objective of this is -
A.
to make it pest resistant
B.
to improve its taste and nutritive value
C.
to make it drought resistant
D.
to make its shelf life longer
Ans:
to make it pest resistant
Explanation :
Bt Brinjal is a genetically modified (GM) crop created by inserting Cry 1Ac gene from the soil bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis into Brinjal. The insertion of the gene gives Brinjal plant resistance against lepidopteron pets/insects like the Brinjal Fruit and Shoot Borer (Leucinodes or - bonalis) and Fruit Borer (Heli-coverpa armigera).
[15] Three crops that contribute maximum to global food grain production are -
A.
wheat, rice, barley
B.
rice, maize, sorghum
C.
wheat, maize, sorghum
D.
wheat, rice, maize
Ans:
wheat, rice, maize
Explanation :
Maize (corn), rice and wheat, are the three major food grains of the world. As per the 2012 figures, maize was the most important crop with production of 873 million metric tons. Rice and what came next with 738 and 671 million metric tons.
[16] Which of the following is a tertiary activity?
A.
Farming
B.
Manufacturing
C.
Dairying
D.
Trading
Ans:
Trading
Explanation :
The tertiary sector or service sector is the third of the three economic sectors of the three sector theory. The others are the secondary sector (manufacturing), and the primary sector (agriculture). Tertiary activities are service based and give non-tangible value to customers such as provision of services, trading, etc.
[17] The compound used in prick-lyheat powder to prevent excessive sweating is -
A.
Boric acid
B.
Phosphoric acid
C.
Carbonic acid
D.
Sulphonic acid
Ans:
Boric acid
Explanation :
Boric acid (H3BO3), also called hydrogen borate, boracic acid, orthoboric acid and acidum boricum, is used in prickly heat powders to prevent excessive sweating. Boric acid is also used as an antiseptic for minor burns or cuts and is sometimes used in dressings or salves. As an antibacterial compound, boric acid can also be used for acne treatment.
[18] Which of the following states has the lowest literacy rate?
A.
Kerala
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Bihar
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
As per the 2011 census, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate of 61.8% among the states and union territories of India. It is followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh in terms of lowest literacy rates. Bihar has also the lowest male literacy rate (71.2%) in India.
[19] On which date is India likely to experience the shortest day?
A.
December 22
B.
March 21
C.
June 22
D.
September 23
Ans:
December 22
Explanation :
22 December, also own as winter solstice, is the Shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. India, being in the northern hemisphere, experiences its shortest day and longest night on this very day. The winter solstice occurs at the moment when the North Pole is tilted furthest away from the sun.
[20] Precipitation in the form of a mixture of rain and snow is called -
A.
Drizzle
B.
Hail
C.
Sleet
D.
Snow
Ans:
Sleet
Explanation :
Sleet is precipitation composed of rain and partially melted snow. It forms when rain, while falling to the earth passes through a layer of cold air d freezes.
[21] Which of the following is least likely to be an effect of global warming?
A.
Increased frequency of hurricanes
B.
Loss of fertile delta region as for agriculture
C.
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
D.
Shrinking of the polar ice regions
Ans:
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
Explanation :
Global warming is the current increase in temperature of the earth’s surface (both of the water) as well as it's atmosphere. Climatologists believe that it will lead to extreme weather conditions such as increase in the frequency and strength of hurricanes, increase in sea level and submergence of deltaic regions due to melting of polar ice, coupled with melting ice sheets and glaciers across Greenland, North America, South America, Europe and Asia. However, the gradual heating of Earth's surface, oceans and atmosphere will not affect photosynthesis.
[22] Which State in India has introduced FAT Tax on junk food -
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Kerala
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Bihar
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
In a first-of-its-kind move in the country, Kerala, in July 2016, introduced a 'fat tax' on the consumption of junk food items like pizzas d burgers sold through branded restaurants. The state government imposed 14.5% t on branded restaurants selling items like tacos, pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, among others.
[23] Gandhiji's first Satyagraha in India was held at –
A.
Champaran
B.
Ahmedabad
C.
Kheda
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Champaran
Explanation :
The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was Mahatma Gandhi's first Satyagraha in India. Gandhi took up the cause of hapless indigo peasants under the 'Tinkathia system' and waged satyagraha against the European indigo planters. Champaran Satyagraha was the first to be started, but the word Satyagraha was used for the first time in Anti Rowlatt Act agitation.
[24] Golden Quadrilateral Project for the development of National Highways was initiated by-
A.
P V Narasimha Rao
B.
I K Gujral
C.
Manmohan Singh
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Ans:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Explanation :
The Golden Quadrilateral-project was launched by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee in 2001. The Golden Quadrilateral is a high-way network connecting many of the major industrial, agricultural and cultural centres of India. It is the largest high-way project in India and the fifth longest in the world.
[25] Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
A.
Atomic power
B.
Thermal power
C.
Hydro power
D.
Wind power
Ans:
Thermal power
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Explanation :
The electromagnetic spectrum is generally divided into sever regions, in order of decreasing wavelength and increasing energy and frequency: radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultra let, X-rays and gamma rays. So among the given options, visible has the lowest frequency, while gamma rays has the highest.
[10] UDP is a -
A.
connection oriented protocol
B.
connection less protocol
C.
user defined protocol
D.
security protocol
Ans:
connectionless protocol
Explanation :
User Datagram Prot P) uses a simple connectionless tram- mission model with a minimum of protocol mechanism. It provide checksums for data integrity, and port numbers for addressing different functions at the source and destination of the datagram. It is an alternative communications protocol to Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) used primarily for establishing low-latency and loss tolerating connections between applications on the Internet.
[11] The important book written by Kautilya is -
A.
Arthashastra
B.
Indica
C.
Aiya Manju Sri Mula Kapa
D.
Rajatarangini
Ans:
Arthashastra
Explanation :
The Arthashastra, an ancient Indian treatise on state-craft, economic policy and military strategy, was authored by Kautilya. Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, was a scholar at Takshashila and served as the teacher and guardian of Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
[12] Who was the first Indian Governor General of Independent India?
A.
Rajendra Prasad
B.
C. Rajagopalachari
C.
A. Kriplani
D.
Lord Mountbatten
Ans:
C. Rajagopalachari
Explanation :
C. Rajagopalachari was the first Indian and last Governor General of Independent India. He served as Governor-General of India from June 1948until 26 January 1950. He was not only the last Governor- General of India, but the only Indian national ever to hold the office.
[13] A fresh e when placed in salt water will -
A.
sink and go to the bottom
B.
sink but will not go to the bottom
C.
float
D.
burst
Ans:
float
Explanation :
When a fresh e is placed in regular water, it sinks. However, when the same egg placed in saltwater, it floats. This is because salt water is denser than the e causing it to float.
[14] A genetically engineered form of brinjal known as the BT brinjal has been developed. The objective of this is -
A.
to make it pest resistant
B.
to improve its taste and nutritive value
C.
to make it drought resistant
D.
to make its shelf life longer
Ans:
to make it pest resistant
Explanation :
Bt Brinjal is a genetically modified (GM) crop created by inserting Cry 1Ac gene from the soil bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis into Brinjal. The insertion of the gene gives Brinjal plant resistance against lepidopteron pets/insects like the Brinjal Fruit and Shoot Borer (Leucinodes or - bonalis) and Fruit Borer (Heli-coverpa armigera).
[15] Three crops that contribute maximum to global food grain production are -
A.
wheat, rice, barley
B.
rice, maize, sorghum
C.
wheat, maize, sorghum
D.
wheat, rice, maize
Ans:
wheat, rice, maize
Explanation :
Maize (corn), rice and wheat, are the three major food grains of the world. As per the 2012 figures, maize was the most important crop with production of 873 million metric tons. Rice and what came next with 738 and 671 million metric tons.
[16] Which of the following is a tertiary activity?
A.
Farming
B.
Manufacturing
C.
Dairying
D.
Trading
Ans:
Trading
Explanation :
The tertiary sector or service sector is the third of the three economic sectors of the three sector theory. The others are the secondary sector (manufacturing), and the primary sector (agriculture). Tertiary activities are service based and give non-tangible value to customers such as provision of services, trading, etc.
[17] The compound used in prick-lyheat powder to prevent excessive sweating is -
A.
Boric acid
B.
Phosphoric acid
C.
Carbonic acid
D.
Sulphonic acid
Ans:
Boric acid
Explanation :
Boric acid (H3BO3), also called hydrogen borate, boracic acid, orthoboric acid and acidum boricum, is used in prickly heat powders to prevent excessive sweating. Boric acid is also used as an antiseptic for minor burns or cuts and is sometimes used in dressings or salves. As an antibacterial compound, boric acid can also be used for acne treatment.
[18] Which of the following states has the lowest literacy rate?
A.
Kerala
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Bihar
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
As per the 2011 census, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate of 61.8% among the states and union territories of India. It is followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh in terms of lowest literacy rates. Bihar has also the lowest male literacy rate (71.2%) in India.
[19] On which date is India likely to experience the shortest day?
A.
December 22
B.
March 21
C.
June 22
D.
September 23
Ans:
December 22
Explanation :
22 December, also own as winter solstice, is the Shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. India, being in the northern hemisphere, experiences its shortest day and longest night on this very day. The winter solstice occurs at the moment when the North Pole is tilted furthest away from the sun.
[20] Precipitation in the form of a mixture of rain and snow is called -
A.
Drizzle
B.
Hail
C.
Sleet
D.
Snow
Ans:
Sleet
Explanation :
Sleet is precipitation composed of rain and partially melted snow. It forms when rain, while falling to the earth passes through a layer of cold air d freezes.
[21] Which of the following is least likely to be an effect of global warming?
A.
Increased frequency of hurricanes
B.
Loss of fertile delta region as for agriculture
C.
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
D.
Shrinking of the polar ice regions
Ans:
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
Explanation :
Global warming is the current increase in temperature of the earth’s surface (both of the water) as well as it's atmosphere. Climatologists believe that it will lead to extreme weather conditions such as increase in the frequency and strength of hurricanes, increase in sea level and submergence of deltaic regions due to melting of polar ice, coupled with melting ice sheets and glaciers across Greenland, North America, South America, Europe and Asia. However, the gradual heating of Earth's surface, oceans and atmosphere will not affect photosynthesis.
[22] Which State in India has introduced FAT Tax on junk food -
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Kerala
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Bihar
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
In a first-of-its-kind move in the country, Kerala, in July 2016, introduced a 'fat tax' on the consumption of junk food items like pizzas d burgers sold through branded restaurants. The state government imposed 14.5% t on branded restaurants selling items like tacos, pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, among others.
[23] Gandhiji's first Satyagraha in India was held at –
A.
Champaran
B.
Ahmedabad
C.
Kheda
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Champaran
Explanation :
The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was Mahatma Gandhi's first Satyagraha in India. Gandhi took up the cause of hapless indigo peasants under the 'Tinkathia system' and waged satyagraha against the European indigo planters. Champaran Satyagraha was the first to be started, but the word Satyagraha was used for the first time in Anti Rowlatt Act agitation.
[24] Golden Quadrilateral Project for the development of National Highways was initiated by-
A.
P V Narasimha Rao
B.
I K Gujral
C.
Manmohan Singh
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Ans:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Explanation :
The Golden Quadrilateral-project was launched by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee in 2001. The Golden Quadrilateral is a high-way network connecting many of the major industrial, agricultural and cultural centres of India. It is the largest high-way project in India and the fifth longest in the world.
[25] Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
A.
Atomic power
B.
Thermal power
C.
Hydro power
D.
Wind power
Ans:
Thermal power
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Explanation :
The Arthashastra, an ancient Indian treatise on state-craft, economic policy and military strategy, was authored by Kautilya. Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, was a scholar at Takshashila and served as the teacher and guardian of Emperor Chandragupta Maurya.
[12] Who was the first Indian Governor General of Independent India?
A.
Rajendra Prasad
B.
C. Rajagopalachari
C.
A. Kriplani
D.
Lord Mountbatten
Ans:
C. Rajagopalachari
Explanation :
C. Rajagopalachari was the first Indian and last Governor General of Independent India. He served as Governor-General of India from June 1948until 26 January 1950. He was not only the last Governor- General of India, but the only Indian national ever to hold the office.
[13] A fresh e when placed in salt water will -
A.
sink and go to the bottom
B.
sink but will not go to the bottom
C.
float
D.
burst
Ans:
float
Explanation :
When a fresh e is placed in regular water, it sinks. However, when the same egg placed in saltwater, it floats. This is because salt water is denser than the e causing it to float.
[14] A genetically engineered form of brinjal known as the BT brinjal has been developed. The objective of this is -
A.
to make it pest resistant
B.
to improve its taste and nutritive value
C.
to make it drought resistant
D.
to make its shelf life longer
Ans:
to make it pest resistant
Explanation :
Bt Brinjal is a genetically modified (GM) crop created by inserting Cry 1Ac gene from the soil bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis into Brinjal. The insertion of the gene gives Brinjal plant resistance against lepidopteron pets/insects like the Brinjal Fruit and Shoot Borer (Leucinodes or - bonalis) and Fruit Borer (Heli-coverpa armigera).
[15] Three crops that contribute maximum to global food grain production are -
A.
wheat, rice, barley
B.
rice, maize, sorghum
C.
wheat, maize, sorghum
D.
wheat, rice, maize
Ans:
wheat, rice, maize
Explanation :
Maize (corn), rice and wheat, are the three major food grains of the world. As per the 2012 figures, maize was the most important crop with production of 873 million metric tons. Rice and what came next with 738 and 671 million metric tons.
[16] Which of the following is a tertiary activity?
A.
Farming
B.
Manufacturing
C.
Dairying
D.
Trading
Ans:
Trading
Explanation :
The tertiary sector or service sector is the third of the three economic sectors of the three sector theory. The others are the secondary sector (manufacturing), and the primary sector (agriculture). Tertiary activities are service based and give non-tangible value to customers such as provision of services, trading, etc.
[17] The compound used in prick-lyheat powder to prevent excessive sweating is -
A.
Boric acid
B.
Phosphoric acid
C.
Carbonic acid
D.
Sulphonic acid
Ans:
Boric acid
Explanation :
Boric acid (H3BO3), also called hydrogen borate, boracic acid, orthoboric acid and acidum boricum, is used in prickly heat powders to prevent excessive sweating. Boric acid is also used as an antiseptic for minor burns or cuts and is sometimes used in dressings or salves. As an antibacterial compound, boric acid can also be used for acne treatment.
[18] Which of the following states has the lowest literacy rate?
A.
Kerala
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Bihar
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
As per the 2011 census, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate of 61.8% among the states and union territories of India. It is followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh in terms of lowest literacy rates. Bihar has also the lowest male literacy rate (71.2%) in India.
[19] On which date is India likely to experience the shortest day?
A.
December 22
B.
March 21
C.
June 22
D.
September 23
Ans:
December 22
Explanation :
22 December, also own as winter solstice, is the Shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. India, being in the northern hemisphere, experiences its shortest day and longest night on this very day. The winter solstice occurs at the moment when the North Pole is tilted furthest away from the sun.
[20] Precipitation in the form of a mixture of rain and snow is called -
A.
Drizzle
B.
Hail
C.
Sleet
D.
Snow
Ans:
Sleet
Explanation :
Sleet is precipitation composed of rain and partially melted snow. It forms when rain, while falling to the earth passes through a layer of cold air d freezes.
[21] Which of the following is least likely to be an effect of global warming?
A.
Increased frequency of hurricanes
B.
Loss of fertile delta region as for agriculture
C.
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
D.
Shrinking of the polar ice regions
Ans:
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
Explanation :
Global warming is the current increase in temperature of the earth’s surface (both of the water) as well as it's atmosphere. Climatologists believe that it will lead to extreme weather conditions such as increase in the frequency and strength of hurricanes, increase in sea level and submergence of deltaic regions due to melting of polar ice, coupled with melting ice sheets and glaciers across Greenland, North America, South America, Europe and Asia. However, the gradual heating of Earth's surface, oceans and atmosphere will not affect photosynthesis.
[22] Which State in India has introduced FAT Tax on junk food -
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Kerala
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Bihar
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
In a first-of-its-kind move in the country, Kerala, in July 2016, introduced a 'fat tax' on the consumption of junk food items like pizzas d burgers sold through branded restaurants. The state government imposed 14.5% t on branded restaurants selling items like tacos, pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, among others.
[23] Gandhiji's first Satyagraha in India was held at –
A.
Champaran
B.
Ahmedabad
C.
Kheda
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Champaran
Explanation :
The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was Mahatma Gandhi's first Satyagraha in India. Gandhi took up the cause of hapless indigo peasants under the 'Tinkathia system' and waged satyagraha against the European indigo planters. Champaran Satyagraha was the first to be started, but the word Satyagraha was used for the first time in Anti Rowlatt Act agitation.
[24] Golden Quadrilateral Project for the development of National Highways was initiated by-
A.
P V Narasimha Rao
B.
I K Gujral
C.
Manmohan Singh
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Ans:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Explanation :
The Golden Quadrilateral-project was launched by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee in 2001. The Golden Quadrilateral is a high-way network connecting many of the major industrial, agricultural and cultural centres of India. It is the largest high-way project in India and the fifth longest in the world.
[25] Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
A.
Atomic power
B.
Thermal power
C.
Hydro power
D.
Wind power
Ans:
Thermal power
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Explanation :
When a fresh e is placed in regular water, it sinks. However, when the same egg placed in saltwater, it floats. This is because salt water is denser than the e causing it to float.
[14] A genetically engineered form of brinjal known as the BT brinjal has been developed. The objective of this is -
A.
to make it pest resistant
B.
to improve its taste and nutritive value
C.
to make it drought resistant
D.
to make its shelf life longer
Ans:
to make it pest resistant
Explanation :
Bt Brinjal is a genetically modified (GM) crop created by inserting Cry 1Ac gene from the soil bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis into Brinjal. The insertion of the gene gives Brinjal plant resistance against lepidopteron pets/insects like the Brinjal Fruit and Shoot Borer (Leucinodes or - bonalis) and Fruit Borer (Heli-coverpa armigera).
[15] Three crops that contribute maximum to global food grain production are -
A.
wheat, rice, barley
B.
rice, maize, sorghum
C.
wheat, maize, sorghum
D.
wheat, rice, maize
Ans:
wheat, rice, maize
Explanation :
Maize (corn), rice and wheat, are the three major food grains of the world. As per the 2012 figures, maize was the most important crop with production of 873 million metric tons. Rice and what came next with 738 and 671 million metric tons.
[16] Which of the following is a tertiary activity?
A.
Farming
B.
Manufacturing
C.
Dairying
D.
Trading
Ans:
Trading
Explanation :
The tertiary sector or service sector is the third of the three economic sectors of the three sector theory. The others are the secondary sector (manufacturing), and the primary sector (agriculture). Tertiary activities are service based and give non-tangible value to customers such as provision of services, trading, etc.
[17] The compound used in prick-lyheat powder to prevent excessive sweating is -
A.
Boric acid
B.
Phosphoric acid
C.
Carbonic acid
D.
Sulphonic acid
Ans:
Boric acid
Explanation :
Boric acid (H3BO3), also called hydrogen borate, boracic acid, orthoboric acid and acidum boricum, is used in prickly heat powders to prevent excessive sweating. Boric acid is also used as an antiseptic for minor burns or cuts and is sometimes used in dressings or salves. As an antibacterial compound, boric acid can also be used for acne treatment.
[18] Which of the following states has the lowest literacy rate?
A.
Kerala
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Bihar
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
As per the 2011 census, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate of 61.8% among the states and union territories of India. It is followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh in terms of lowest literacy rates. Bihar has also the lowest male literacy rate (71.2%) in India.
[19] On which date is India likely to experience the shortest day?
A.
December 22
B.
March 21
C.
June 22
D.
September 23
Ans:
December 22
Explanation :
22 December, also own as winter solstice, is the Shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. India, being in the northern hemisphere, experiences its shortest day and longest night on this very day. The winter solstice occurs at the moment when the North Pole is tilted furthest away from the sun.
[20] Precipitation in the form of a mixture of rain and snow is called -
A.
Drizzle
B.
Hail
C.
Sleet
D.
Snow
Ans:
Sleet
Explanation :
Sleet is precipitation composed of rain and partially melted snow. It forms when rain, while falling to the earth passes through a layer of cold air d freezes.
[21] Which of the following is least likely to be an effect of global warming?
A.
Increased frequency of hurricanes
B.
Loss of fertile delta region as for agriculture
C.
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
D.
Shrinking of the polar ice regions
Ans:
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
Explanation :
Global warming is the current increase in temperature of the earth’s surface (both of the water) as well as it's atmosphere. Climatologists believe that it will lead to extreme weather conditions such as increase in the frequency and strength of hurricanes, increase in sea level and submergence of deltaic regions due to melting of polar ice, coupled with melting ice sheets and glaciers across Greenland, North America, South America, Europe and Asia. However, the gradual heating of Earth's surface, oceans and atmosphere will not affect photosynthesis.
[22] Which State in India has introduced FAT Tax on junk food -
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Kerala
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Bihar
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
In a first-of-its-kind move in the country, Kerala, in July 2016, introduced a 'fat tax' on the consumption of junk food items like pizzas d burgers sold through branded restaurants. The state government imposed 14.5% t on branded restaurants selling items like tacos, pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, among others.
[23] Gandhiji's first Satyagraha in India was held at –
A.
Champaran
B.
Ahmedabad
C.
Kheda
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Champaran
Explanation :
The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was Mahatma Gandhi's first Satyagraha in India. Gandhi took up the cause of hapless indigo peasants under the 'Tinkathia system' and waged satyagraha against the European indigo planters. Champaran Satyagraha was the first to be started, but the word Satyagraha was used for the first time in Anti Rowlatt Act agitation.
[24] Golden Quadrilateral Project for the development of National Highways was initiated by-
A.
P V Narasimha Rao
B.
I K Gujral
C.
Manmohan Singh
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Ans:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Explanation :
The Golden Quadrilateral-project was launched by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee in 2001. The Golden Quadrilateral is a high-way network connecting many of the major industrial, agricultural and cultural centres of India. It is the largest high-way project in India and the fifth longest in the world.
[25] Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
A.
Atomic power
B.
Thermal power
C.
Hydro power
D.
Wind power
Ans:
Thermal power
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Explanation :
Maize (corn), rice and wheat, are the three major food grains of the world. As per the 2012 figures, maize was the most important crop with production of 873 million metric tons. Rice and what came next with 738 and 671 million metric tons.
[16] Which of the following is a tertiary activity?
A.
Farming
B.
Manufacturing
C.
Dairying
D.
Trading
Ans:
Trading
Explanation :
The tertiary sector or service sector is the third of the three economic sectors of the three sector theory. The others are the secondary sector (manufacturing), and the primary sector (agriculture). Tertiary activities are service based and give non-tangible value to customers such as provision of services, trading, etc.
[17] The compound used in prick-lyheat powder to prevent excessive sweating is -
A.
Boric acid
B.
Phosphoric acid
C.
Carbonic acid
D.
Sulphonic acid
Ans:
Boric acid
Explanation :
Boric acid (H3BO3), also called hydrogen borate, boracic acid, orthoboric acid and acidum boricum, is used in prickly heat powders to prevent excessive sweating. Boric acid is also used as an antiseptic for minor burns or cuts and is sometimes used in dressings or salves. As an antibacterial compound, boric acid can also be used for acne treatment.
[18] Which of the following states has the lowest literacy rate?
A.
Kerala
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Bihar
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
As per the 2011 census, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate of 61.8% among the states and union territories of India. It is followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh in terms of lowest literacy rates. Bihar has also the lowest male literacy rate (71.2%) in India.
[19] On which date is India likely to experience the shortest day?
A.
December 22
B.
March 21
C.
June 22
D.
September 23
Ans:
December 22
Explanation :
22 December, also own as winter solstice, is the Shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. India, being in the northern hemisphere, experiences its shortest day and longest night on this very day. The winter solstice occurs at the moment when the North Pole is tilted furthest away from the sun.
[20] Precipitation in the form of a mixture of rain and snow is called -
A.
Drizzle
B.
Hail
C.
Sleet
D.
Snow
Ans:
Sleet
Explanation :
Sleet is precipitation composed of rain and partially melted snow. It forms when rain, while falling to the earth passes through a layer of cold air d freezes.
[21] Which of the following is least likely to be an effect of global warming?
A.
Increased frequency of hurricanes
B.
Loss of fertile delta region as for agriculture
C.
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
D.
Shrinking of the polar ice regions
Ans:
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
Explanation :
Global warming is the current increase in temperature of the earth’s surface (both of the water) as well as it's atmosphere. Climatologists believe that it will lead to extreme weather conditions such as increase in the frequency and strength of hurricanes, increase in sea level and submergence of deltaic regions due to melting of polar ice, coupled with melting ice sheets and glaciers across Greenland, North America, South America, Europe and Asia. However, the gradual heating of Earth's surface, oceans and atmosphere will not affect photosynthesis.
[22] Which State in India has introduced FAT Tax on junk food -
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Kerala
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Bihar
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
In a first-of-its-kind move in the country, Kerala, in July 2016, introduced a 'fat tax' on the consumption of junk food items like pizzas d burgers sold through branded restaurants. The state government imposed 14.5% t on branded restaurants selling items like tacos, pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, among others.
[23] Gandhiji's first Satyagraha in India was held at –
A.
Champaran
B.
Ahmedabad
C.
Kheda
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Champaran
Explanation :
The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was Mahatma Gandhi's first Satyagraha in India. Gandhi took up the cause of hapless indigo peasants under the 'Tinkathia system' and waged satyagraha against the European indigo planters. Champaran Satyagraha was the first to be started, but the word Satyagraha was used for the first time in Anti Rowlatt Act agitation.
[24] Golden Quadrilateral Project for the development of National Highways was initiated by-
A.
P V Narasimha Rao
B.
I K Gujral
C.
Manmohan Singh
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Ans:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Explanation :
The Golden Quadrilateral-project was launched by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee in 2001. The Golden Quadrilateral is a high-way network connecting many of the major industrial, agricultural and cultural centres of India. It is the largest high-way project in India and the fifth longest in the world.
[25] Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
A.
Atomic power
B.
Thermal power
C.
Hydro power
D.
Wind power
Ans:
Thermal power
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Explanation :
Boric acid (H3BO3), also called hydrogen borate, boracic acid, orthoboric acid and acidum boricum, is used in prickly heat powders to prevent excessive sweating. Boric acid is also used as an antiseptic for minor burns or cuts and is sometimes used in dressings or salves. As an antibacterial compound, boric acid can also be used for acne treatment.
[18] Which of the following states has the lowest literacy rate?
A.
Kerala
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Bihar
D.
Maharashtra
Ans:
Bihar
Explanation :
As per the 2011 census, Bihar has the lowest literacy rate of 61.8% among the states and union territories of India. It is followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jharkhand and Andhra Pradesh in terms of lowest literacy rates. Bihar has also the lowest male literacy rate (71.2%) in India.
[19] On which date is India likely to experience the shortest day?
A.
December 22
B.
March 21
C.
June 22
D.
September 23
Ans:
December 22
Explanation :
22 December, also own as winter solstice, is the Shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. India, being in the northern hemisphere, experiences its shortest day and longest night on this very day. The winter solstice occurs at the moment when the North Pole is tilted furthest away from the sun.
[20] Precipitation in the form of a mixture of rain and snow is called -
A.
Drizzle
B.
Hail
C.
Sleet
D.
Snow
Ans:
Sleet
Explanation :
Sleet is precipitation composed of rain and partially melted snow. It forms when rain, while falling to the earth passes through a layer of cold air d freezes.
[21] Which of the following is least likely to be an effect of global warming?
A.
Increased frequency of hurricanes
B.
Loss of fertile delta region as for agriculture
C.
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
D.
Shrinking of the polar ice regions
Ans:
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
Explanation :
Global warming is the current increase in temperature of the earth’s surface (both of the water) as well as it's atmosphere. Climatologists believe that it will lead to extreme weather conditions such as increase in the frequency and strength of hurricanes, increase in sea level and submergence of deltaic regions due to melting of polar ice, coupled with melting ice sheets and glaciers across Greenland, North America, South America, Europe and Asia. However, the gradual heating of Earth's surface, oceans and atmosphere will not affect photosynthesis.
[22] Which State in India has introduced FAT Tax on junk food -
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Kerala
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Bihar
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
In a first-of-its-kind move in the country, Kerala, in July 2016, introduced a 'fat tax' on the consumption of junk food items like pizzas d burgers sold through branded restaurants. The state government imposed 14.5% t on branded restaurants selling items like tacos, pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, among others.
[23] Gandhiji's first Satyagraha in India was held at –
A.
Champaran
B.
Ahmedabad
C.
Kheda
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Champaran
Explanation :
The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was Mahatma Gandhi's first Satyagraha in India. Gandhi took up the cause of hapless indigo peasants under the 'Tinkathia system' and waged satyagraha against the European indigo planters. Champaran Satyagraha was the first to be started, but the word Satyagraha was used for the first time in Anti Rowlatt Act agitation.
[24] Golden Quadrilateral Project for the development of National Highways was initiated by-
A.
P V Narasimha Rao
B.
I K Gujral
C.
Manmohan Singh
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Ans:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Explanation :
The Golden Quadrilateral-project was launched by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee in 2001. The Golden Quadrilateral is a high-way network connecting many of the major industrial, agricultural and cultural centres of India. It is the largest high-way project in India and the fifth longest in the world.
[25] Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
A.
Atomic power
B.
Thermal power
C.
Hydro power
D.
Wind power
Ans:
Thermal power
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Explanation :
22 December, also own as winter solstice, is the Shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. India, being in the northern hemisphere, experiences its shortest day and longest night on this very day. The winter solstice occurs at the moment when the North Pole is tilted furthest away from the sun.
[20] Precipitation in the form of a mixture of rain and snow is called -
A.
Drizzle
B.
Hail
C.
Sleet
D.
Snow
Ans:
Sleet
Explanation :
Sleet is precipitation composed of rain and partially melted snow. It forms when rain, while falling to the earth passes through a layer of cold air d freezes.
[21] Which of the following is least likely to be an effect of global warming?
A.
Increased frequency of hurricanes
B.
Loss of fertile delta region as for agriculture
C.
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
D.
Shrinking of the polar ice regions
Ans:
Decreased rate of photosynthesis in vegetation
Explanation :
Global warming is the current increase in temperature of the earth’s surface (both of the water) as well as it's atmosphere. Climatologists believe that it will lead to extreme weather conditions such as increase in the frequency and strength of hurricanes, increase in sea level and submergence of deltaic regions due to melting of polar ice, coupled with melting ice sheets and glaciers across Greenland, North America, South America, Europe and Asia. However, the gradual heating of Earth's surface, oceans and atmosphere will not affect photosynthesis.
[22] Which State in India has introduced FAT Tax on junk food -
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Kerala
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Bihar
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
In a first-of-its-kind move in the country, Kerala, in July 2016, introduced a 'fat tax' on the consumption of junk food items like pizzas d burgers sold through branded restaurants. The state government imposed 14.5% t on branded restaurants selling items like tacos, pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, among others.
[23] Gandhiji's first Satyagraha in India was held at –
A.
Champaran
B.
Ahmedabad
C.
Kheda
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Champaran
Explanation :
The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was Mahatma Gandhi's first Satyagraha in India. Gandhi took up the cause of hapless indigo peasants under the 'Tinkathia system' and waged satyagraha against the European indigo planters. Champaran Satyagraha was the first to be started, but the word Satyagraha was used for the first time in Anti Rowlatt Act agitation.
[24] Golden Quadrilateral Project for the development of National Highways was initiated by-
A.
P V Narasimha Rao
B.
I K Gujral
C.
Manmohan Singh
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Ans:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Explanation :
The Golden Quadrilateral-project was launched by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee in 2001. The Golden Quadrilateral is a high-way network connecting many of the major industrial, agricultural and cultural centres of India. It is the largest high-way project in India and the fifth longest in the world.
[25] Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
A.
Atomic power
B.
Thermal power
C.
Hydro power
D.
Wind power
Ans:
Thermal power
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Explanation :
Global warming is the current increase in temperature of the earth’s surface (both of the water) as well as it's atmosphere. Climatologists believe that it will lead to extreme weather conditions such as increase in the frequency and strength of hurricanes, increase in sea level and submergence of deltaic regions due to melting of polar ice, coupled with melting ice sheets and glaciers across Greenland, North America, South America, Europe and Asia. However, the gradual heating of Earth's surface, oceans and atmosphere will not affect photosynthesis.
[22] Which State in India has introduced FAT Tax on junk food -
A.
Rajasthan
B.
Kerala
C.
Andhra Pradesh
D.
Bihar
Ans:
Kerala
Explanation :
In a first-of-its-kind move in the country, Kerala, in July 2016, introduced a 'fat tax' on the consumption of junk food items like pizzas d burgers sold through branded restaurants. The state government imposed 14.5% t on branded restaurants selling items like tacos, pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, among others.
[23] Gandhiji's first Satyagraha in India was held at –
A.
Champaran
B.
Ahmedabad
C.
Kheda
D.
Allahabad
Ans:
Champaran
Explanation :
The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was Mahatma Gandhi's first Satyagraha in India. Gandhi took up the cause of hapless indigo peasants under the 'Tinkathia system' and waged satyagraha against the European indigo planters. Champaran Satyagraha was the first to be started, but the word Satyagraha was used for the first time in Anti Rowlatt Act agitation.
[24] Golden Quadrilateral Project for the development of National Highways was initiated by-
A.
P V Narasimha Rao
B.
I K Gujral
C.
Manmohan Singh
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Ans:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Explanation :
The Golden Quadrilateral-project was launched by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee in 2001. The Golden Quadrilateral is a high-way network connecting many of the major industrial, agricultural and cultural centres of India. It is the largest high-way project in India and the fifth longest in the world.
[25] Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
A.
Atomic power
B.
Thermal power
C.
Hydro power
D.
Wind power
Ans:
Thermal power
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Explanation :
The Champaran Satyagraha of 1917 was Mahatma Gandhi's first Satyagraha in India. Gandhi took up the cause of hapless indigo peasants under the 'Tinkathia system' and waged satyagraha against the European indigo planters. Champaran Satyagraha was the first to be started, but the word Satyagraha was used for the first time in Anti Rowlatt Act agitation.
[24] Golden Quadrilateral Project for the development of National Highways was initiated by-
A.
P V Narasimha Rao
B.
I K Gujral
C.
Manmohan Singh
D.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Ans:
Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Explanation :
The Golden Quadrilateral-project was launched by the then Prime Minister Atal Bihar Vajpayee in 2001. The Golden Quadrilateral is a high-way network connecting many of the major industrial, agricultural and cultural centres of India. It is the largest high-way project in India and the fifth longest in the world.
[25] Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
A.
Atomic power
B.
Thermal power
C.
Hydro power
D.
Wind power
Ans:
Thermal power
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
Explanation :
As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 64.8% of power generated in India (as of 31.03.2018). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 13.2%, while nuclear power contributes just 2% of total installed Capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 20% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.