[1] Noor Jahan was the wife of which Mughal emperor?
A.
Babur
B.
Akbar
C.
Shah Jahan
D.
Jahangir
Ans:
Jahangir
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was Empress consort of the Mughal Empire from 25 May, 1611 to 28 October, 1627 as she wife of the Mughal emperor Jahangir. She was the only Mughal empress to have coinage struck in her name.
[2] resources are those resources whose quantity is known.
A.
Natural resources
B.
Actual resources
C.
Potential resources
D.
Abiotic resources
Ans:
Actual resources
Explanation :
Actual resources are those resources whose total quantity is known. They are being used at the present time. Available technology is used to use these resources. Rich deposits of coal in Rubr region of Germany is an example of actual resources.
[3] The main mineral constituents of the continental mass are and alumina.
A.
iron oxide
B.
silica
C.
water
D.
oxygen
Ans:
silica
Explanation :
The main mineral constituents of the continental mass are silica and alumina. It is thus called sial (Si- silica and Al-alumina). The oceanic crust mainly consists of silica and magnesium; it is therefore called sima (Si-silica and Ma-magnesium).
[4] Among plants, three different genera Solanum, Petunia and Datura are placed in which family?
A.
Cancidae
B.
Solanaceae
C.
Felis
D.
Felidae
Ans:
Solanaceae
Explanation :
Solanaceae family is commonly called 'Potato family'. It is a large family well distri buted in tropics and subtropics, though a few members are found in temperate zone. Solanum nigrum; Petunia and Datura are placed in this family.
[5] The members of chlorophycea, are commonly called algae.
A.
Green
B.
Brown
C.
Red
D.
Yellow
Ans:
Green
Explanation :
The Chlorophyceae are a large and important group of freshwater green algae. They are usually green due to the dominance of pigments chlorophyll a and chlorophyllb. Most of the members have one or more storage bodies called pyrenoids located in the chloroplast.
[6] The body cavity which is lined by mesoderm is called -
A.
Coelom
B.
Chordata
C.
Arthropoda
D.
Platyhelminthes
Ans:
Coelom
Explanation :
A coelom is a cavity lined by an epithelium derived from mesoderm. Organs formed inside a coelomcan freely move, grow, and develop independently of the body wall while fluid cushions and protects them from shocks.
[7] The demand for a normal good decreases with in the consumer's income.
A.
increase
B.
decrease
C.
constant
D.
double
Ans:
decrease
Explanation :
In economics, normal goods are any goods for which demand increases when income increases, and falls when income decreases but price remains constant, i.e. with a positive income elasticity of demand.
[8] Short run marginal cost curve cuts the short run average cost curve from minimum point of short run average cost.
A.
top at the
B.
below
C.
right
D.
left
Ans:
below
Explanation :
Short-run marginal cost refers to the change in cost that result from a change in output when the usage of the variable factor changes. Short-run marginal cost curve cuts the average variable cost curve from below at the minimum point of average variable cost.
[9] "Naval, military and air force works" is listed in the list given in the Seventh Schedule in the Constitution of India.
A.
Union
B.
State
C.
Global
D.
Concurrent
Ans:
Union
Explanation :
Naval, military and air forces; any other armed forces of the Union are listed under the Union List. The Union List or List-I is a list of 97 numbered items (the last item is numbered 100) given in Seventh Schedule in the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate.
[10] There are total parlamentary seats (Lok Sabha constituency) in Uttarakhand.
A.
14
B.
5
C.
80
D.
2
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Uttarakhand elects 5 members to Lok Sabha and 3 seats to Rajya Sabha of the Indian Parliament.
[11] first became the capital of a kingdom under the Tomara Rajputs.
A.
Delhi
B.
Pataliputra
C.
Calcutta
D.
Taxila
Ans:
Pataliputra
Explanation :
The Tomara were an Indian I dynasty who ruled parts of present-day Delhi and Haryana during 9th-12th century. They were displaced by the Chahamanas (Chauhans) in 12th century.
[12] Convex and concave mirrors are examples of?
A.
Plane mirrors
B.
Spherical mirrors
C.
Inverted mirror
D.
Erect mirror
Ans:
Spherical mirrors
Explanation :
A spherical mirror is a mirror which has the shape of a. piece cut out of a spherical surface. There are two types of spherical mirrors: concave, and convex.
[13] The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called -
A.
drag
B.
buoyancy
C.
upthrust
D.
convection
Ans:
drag
Explanation :
The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called drag. Fluid Friction is the force that obstructs the flow of fluid. It is a situation where the fluid provides resistance between the two surfaces.
[14] Using one can resize, tag digital images, organise pictures into albums by drag and drop, can export the pictures for external use (by e-mail or print).
A.
Data Organiser
B.
Facebook Organiser
C.
Image Organiser
D.
Media Organiser
Ans:
Image Organiser
Explanation :
An image organizer or image management application is application software focused on organising digital images. Image organizers represent one kind of desktop organizer software applications. An image organizer has the ability to edit the image tags and often also an easy way to upload files to on- line hosting pages.
[15] A change in which one or more new substances are formed is called
A.
Physical Change
B.
Chemical Change
C.
Rusting
D.
Galvanisation
Ans:
Chemical Change
Explanation :
Physical changes are the changes that change the physical traits of the substance, without making any change in their internal structure. On the other hand, a chemical change is one that affects the internal structure of the substance, so as to form a new substance.
[16] The property of metals by which they can be beaten into thin sheets is called .
A.
ductility
B.
malleability
C.
viscosity
D.
tensile strength
Ans:
malleability
Explanation :
Malleability is a physical property of metals that defines the ability to be hammered, pressed, or rolled into thin sheets without breaking. Examples of malleable metals are gold, iron, aluminum, copper, silver, and lead. Gold and silver are highly malleable.
[17] Which country will be hosting 2018 Men's Hockey World Cup?
A.
Pakistan
B.
Malaysia
C.
Australia
D.
India
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The 2018 Men’s Hockey World Cup will be the 14th edition of the Hockey World Cup field hockey tournament. It is scheduled to be held from 28 November to 16 December, 2018, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, India.
[18] Who was the architect of Humayun's Tomb?
A.
Ustad Ahmad of Lahouri
B.
George Wittet
C.
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
D.
Yaqut of Dabul
Ans:
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
Explanation :
Humayun’s tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor ‘Humayun in Delhi. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect chosen byher.
[19] Which of the following award is to recognize distinguished service of a high order to the nation?
A.
Padma Bhushan
B.
Param Vir Chakra
C.
Padma Vibhushan
D.
Bharat Ratna
Ans:
Padma Bhushan
Explanation :
The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The Awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognize achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.
[20] Which of the statements given below are correct? 1. The author of the novel 'A Head Full of Ghosts' is M.R Carey. 2. The author of the novel The Cartel' is Don Winslow. 3. The author of the novel `Dodgers' is Bill Beverly.
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1 and 3
D.
1, 2 and 3
Ans:
2 and 3
Explanation :
A Head Full of Ghosts is a horror novel by American writer Paul Tremblay. • The Cartel is a novel by Don Winslow • Dodgers is a novel by Bill Beverly
[21] In April 2017, Emma Morano, the world's oldest woman has passed away at the age of 117. Which country was she from?
A.
Italy
B.
France
C.
China
D.
Germany
Ans:
Italy
Explanation :
Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person and also believed to have been the last surviving person born in the 1800s, has died at her home in northern Italy.
[22] Bangladesh does not share its border with which Indian state?
A.
Assam
B.
Tripura
C.
Jharkhand
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
Jharkhand
Explanation :
Bangladesh and India share a 4,096-kilometer (long international border, the fifth-longest land border in the world. West Bengal with 2,217 km share longest border with Bangladesh. Other states include 262 km in Assam, 856 km in Tripura, 180 km in Mizoram, 443 km in Meghalaya and 2,217 km in West Bengal.
[23] is the number of individuals of the same species that have come into the habitat from elsewhere during the time period under consideration.
A.
Natality
B.
Mortality
C.
Immigration
D.
Emigration
Ans:
Immigration
Explanation :
Migration is the movement of individuals of a species from one place to another. Emigration is migration seen as the exit of individuals from one region (to another where they will settle permanently or temporarily). Immigration is migration seen as the settling in one region (permanently or temporarily) of individuals coming from another region.
[24] scheme by the Central Government states that an insurance of 10 lakhs will cover each passenger traveling by Indian Rail while booking a ticket if an amount of 92 paise is paid.
A.
Gangajal Delivery Scheme
B.
Mission Bhagiratha In Telangana
C.
National Apprenticeship Promotion
D.
Railway Travel Insurance
Ans:
Railway Travel Insurance
Explanation :
An Optional Travel Insurance Scheme on a pilot basis for one year has been launched w.e.f 01.09.2016 for the Railway passengers who book e-ticket through official website of Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). It provide financial support to the family /legal heir in case of death/injury of reserved passengers due to train accident/ untoward incidents as defined under section 123 read with Sections 124 and 124A of the Railways Act, 1989.
[25] Who discovered electricity and invented the lightning rod and bifocals?
A.
Kirkpatrick Macmillan
B.
Benjamin Franklin
C.
William Henry Fox Talbot
D.
Sir Alexander Fleming
Ans:
Benjamin Franklin
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was Empress consort of the Mughal Empire from 25 May, 1611 to 28 October, 1627 as she wife of the Mughal emperor Jahangir. She was the only Mughal empress to have coinage struck in her name.
[2] resources are those resources whose quantity is known.
A.
Natural resources
B.
Actual resources
C.
Potential resources
D.
Abiotic resources
Ans:
Actual resources
Explanation :
Actual resources are those resources whose total quantity is known. They are being used at the present time. Available technology is used to use these resources. Rich deposits of coal in Rubr region of Germany is an example of actual resources.
[3] The main mineral constituents of the continental mass are and alumina.
A.
iron oxide
B.
silica
C.
water
D.
oxygen
Ans:
silica
Explanation :
The main mineral constituents of the continental mass are silica and alumina. It is thus called sial (Si- silica and Al-alumina). The oceanic crust mainly consists of silica and magnesium; it is therefore called sima (Si-silica and Ma-magnesium).
[4] Among plants, three different genera Solanum, Petunia and Datura are placed in which family?
A.
Cancidae
B.
Solanaceae
C.
Felis
D.
Felidae
Ans:
Solanaceae
Explanation :
Solanaceae family is commonly called 'Potato family'. It is a large family well distri buted in tropics and subtropics, though a few members are found in temperate zone. Solanum nigrum; Petunia and Datura are placed in this family.
[5] The members of chlorophycea, are commonly called algae.
A.
Green
B.
Brown
C.
Red
D.
Yellow
Ans:
Green
Explanation :
The Chlorophyceae are a large and important group of freshwater green algae. They are usually green due to the dominance of pigments chlorophyll a and chlorophyllb. Most of the members have one or more storage bodies called pyrenoids located in the chloroplast.
[6] The body cavity which is lined by mesoderm is called -
A.
Coelom
B.
Chordata
C.
Arthropoda
D.
Platyhelminthes
Ans:
Coelom
Explanation :
A coelom is a cavity lined by an epithelium derived from mesoderm. Organs formed inside a coelomcan freely move, grow, and develop independently of the body wall while fluid cushions and protects them from shocks.
[7] The demand for a normal good decreases with in the consumer's income.
A.
increase
B.
decrease
C.
constant
D.
double
Ans:
decrease
Explanation :
In economics, normal goods are any goods for which demand increases when income increases, and falls when income decreases but price remains constant, i.e. with a positive income elasticity of demand.
[8] Short run marginal cost curve cuts the short run average cost curve from minimum point of short run average cost.
A.
top at the
B.
below
C.
right
D.
left
Ans:
below
Explanation :
Short-run marginal cost refers to the change in cost that result from a change in output when the usage of the variable factor changes. Short-run marginal cost curve cuts the average variable cost curve from below at the minimum point of average variable cost.
[9] "Naval, military and air force works" is listed in the list given in the Seventh Schedule in the Constitution of India.
A.
Union
B.
State
C.
Global
D.
Concurrent
Ans:
Union
Explanation :
Naval, military and air forces; any other armed forces of the Union are listed under the Union List. The Union List or List-I is a list of 97 numbered items (the last item is numbered 100) given in Seventh Schedule in the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate.
[10] There are total parlamentary seats (Lok Sabha constituency) in Uttarakhand.
A.
14
B.
5
C.
80
D.
2
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Uttarakhand elects 5 members to Lok Sabha and 3 seats to Rajya Sabha of the Indian Parliament.
[11] first became the capital of a kingdom under the Tomara Rajputs.
A.
Delhi
B.
Pataliputra
C.
Calcutta
D.
Taxila
Ans:
Pataliputra
Explanation :
The Tomara were an Indian I dynasty who ruled parts of present-day Delhi and Haryana during 9th-12th century. They were displaced by the Chahamanas (Chauhans) in 12th century.
[12] Convex and concave mirrors are examples of?
A.
Plane mirrors
B.
Spherical mirrors
C.
Inverted mirror
D.
Erect mirror
Ans:
Spherical mirrors
Explanation :
A spherical mirror is a mirror which has the shape of a. piece cut out of a spherical surface. There are two types of spherical mirrors: concave, and convex.
[13] The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called -
A.
drag
B.
buoyancy
C.
upthrust
D.
convection
Ans:
drag
Explanation :
The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called drag. Fluid Friction is the force that obstructs the flow of fluid. It is a situation where the fluid provides resistance between the two surfaces.
[14] Using one can resize, tag digital images, organise pictures into albums by drag and drop, can export the pictures for external use (by e-mail or print).
A.
Data Organiser
B.
Facebook Organiser
C.
Image Organiser
D.
Media Organiser
Ans:
Image Organiser
Explanation :
An image organizer or image management application is application software focused on organising digital images. Image organizers represent one kind of desktop organizer software applications. An image organizer has the ability to edit the image tags and often also an easy way to upload files to on- line hosting pages.
[15] A change in which one or more new substances are formed is called
A.
Physical Change
B.
Chemical Change
C.
Rusting
D.
Galvanisation
Ans:
Chemical Change
Explanation :
Physical changes are the changes that change the physical traits of the substance, without making any change in their internal structure. On the other hand, a chemical change is one that affects the internal structure of the substance, so as to form a new substance.
[16] The property of metals by which they can be beaten into thin sheets is called .
A.
ductility
B.
malleability
C.
viscosity
D.
tensile strength
Ans:
malleability
Explanation :
Malleability is a physical property of metals that defines the ability to be hammered, pressed, or rolled into thin sheets without breaking. Examples of malleable metals are gold, iron, aluminum, copper, silver, and lead. Gold and silver are highly malleable.
[17] Which country will be hosting 2018 Men's Hockey World Cup?
A.
Pakistan
B.
Malaysia
C.
Australia
D.
India
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The 2018 Men’s Hockey World Cup will be the 14th edition of the Hockey World Cup field hockey tournament. It is scheduled to be held from 28 November to 16 December, 2018, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, India.
[18] Who was the architect of Humayun's Tomb?
A.
Ustad Ahmad of Lahouri
B.
George Wittet
C.
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
D.
Yaqut of Dabul
Ans:
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
Explanation :
Humayun’s tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor ‘Humayun in Delhi. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect chosen byher.
[19] Which of the following award is to recognize distinguished service of a high order to the nation?
A.
Padma Bhushan
B.
Param Vir Chakra
C.
Padma Vibhushan
D.
Bharat Ratna
Ans:
Padma Bhushan
Explanation :
The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The Awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognize achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.
[20] Which of the statements given below are correct? 1. The author of the novel 'A Head Full of Ghosts' is M.R Carey. 2. The author of the novel The Cartel' is Don Winslow. 3. The author of the novel `Dodgers' is Bill Beverly.
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1 and 3
D.
1, 2 and 3
Ans:
2 and 3
Explanation :
A Head Full of Ghosts is a horror novel by American writer Paul Tremblay. • The Cartel is a novel by Don Winslow • Dodgers is a novel by Bill Beverly
[21] In April 2017, Emma Morano, the world's oldest woman has passed away at the age of 117. Which country was she from?
A.
Italy
B.
France
C.
China
D.
Germany
Ans:
Italy
Explanation :
Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person and also believed to have been the last surviving person born in the 1800s, has died at her home in northern Italy.
[22] Bangladesh does not share its border with which Indian state?
A.
Assam
B.
Tripura
C.
Jharkhand
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
Jharkhand
Explanation :
Bangladesh and India share a 4,096-kilometer (long international border, the fifth-longest land border in the world. West Bengal with 2,217 km share longest border with Bangladesh. Other states include 262 km in Assam, 856 km in Tripura, 180 km in Mizoram, 443 km in Meghalaya and 2,217 km in West Bengal.
[23] is the number of individuals of the same species that have come into the habitat from elsewhere during the time period under consideration.
A.
Natality
B.
Mortality
C.
Immigration
D.
Emigration
Ans:
Immigration
Explanation :
Migration is the movement of individuals of a species from one place to another. Emigration is migration seen as the exit of individuals from one region (to another where they will settle permanently or temporarily). Immigration is migration seen as the settling in one region (permanently or temporarily) of individuals coming from another region.
[24] scheme by the Central Government states that an insurance of 10 lakhs will cover each passenger traveling by Indian Rail while booking a ticket if an amount of 92 paise is paid.
A.
Gangajal Delivery Scheme
B.
Mission Bhagiratha In Telangana
C.
National Apprenticeship Promotion
D.
Railway Travel Insurance
Ans:
Railway Travel Insurance
Explanation :
An Optional Travel Insurance Scheme on a pilot basis for one year has been launched w.e.f 01.09.2016 for the Railway passengers who book e-ticket through official website of Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). It provide financial support to the family /legal heir in case of death/injury of reserved passengers due to train accident/ untoward incidents as defined under section 123 read with Sections 124 and 124A of the Railways Act, 1989.
[25] Who discovered electricity and invented the lightning rod and bifocals?
A.
Kirkpatrick Macmillan
B.
Benjamin Franklin
C.
William Henry Fox Talbot
D.
Sir Alexander Fleming
Ans:
Benjamin Franklin
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.
Explanation :
The main mineral constituents of the continental mass are silica and alumina. It is thus called sial (Si- silica and Al-alumina). The oceanic crust mainly consists of silica and magnesium; it is therefore called sima (Si-silica and Ma-magnesium).
[4] Among plants, three different genera Solanum, Petunia and Datura are placed in which family?
A.
Cancidae
B.
Solanaceae
C.
Felis
D.
Felidae
Ans:
Solanaceae
Explanation :
Solanaceae family is commonly called 'Potato family'. It is a large family well distri buted in tropics and subtropics, though a few members are found in temperate zone. Solanum nigrum; Petunia and Datura are placed in this family.
[5] The members of chlorophycea, are commonly called algae.
A.
Green
B.
Brown
C.
Red
D.
Yellow
Ans:
Green
Explanation :
The Chlorophyceae are a large and important group of freshwater green algae. They are usually green due to the dominance of pigments chlorophyll a and chlorophyllb. Most of the members have one or more storage bodies called pyrenoids located in the chloroplast.
[6] The body cavity which is lined by mesoderm is called -
A.
Coelom
B.
Chordata
C.
Arthropoda
D.
Platyhelminthes
Ans:
Coelom
Explanation :
A coelom is a cavity lined by an epithelium derived from mesoderm. Organs formed inside a coelomcan freely move, grow, and develop independently of the body wall while fluid cushions and protects them from shocks.
[7] The demand for a normal good decreases with in the consumer's income.
A.
increase
B.
decrease
C.
constant
D.
double
Ans:
decrease
Explanation :
In economics, normal goods are any goods for which demand increases when income increases, and falls when income decreases but price remains constant, i.e. with a positive income elasticity of demand.
[8] Short run marginal cost curve cuts the short run average cost curve from minimum point of short run average cost.
A.
top at the
B.
below
C.
right
D.
left
Ans:
below
Explanation :
Short-run marginal cost refers to the change in cost that result from a change in output when the usage of the variable factor changes. Short-run marginal cost curve cuts the average variable cost curve from below at the minimum point of average variable cost.
[9] "Naval, military and air force works" is listed in the list given in the Seventh Schedule in the Constitution of India.
A.
Union
B.
State
C.
Global
D.
Concurrent
Ans:
Union
Explanation :
Naval, military and air forces; any other armed forces of the Union are listed under the Union List. The Union List or List-I is a list of 97 numbered items (the last item is numbered 100) given in Seventh Schedule in the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate.
[10] There are total parlamentary seats (Lok Sabha constituency) in Uttarakhand.
A.
14
B.
5
C.
80
D.
2
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Uttarakhand elects 5 members to Lok Sabha and 3 seats to Rajya Sabha of the Indian Parliament.
[11] first became the capital of a kingdom under the Tomara Rajputs.
A.
Delhi
B.
Pataliputra
C.
Calcutta
D.
Taxila
Ans:
Pataliputra
Explanation :
The Tomara were an Indian I dynasty who ruled parts of present-day Delhi and Haryana during 9th-12th century. They were displaced by the Chahamanas (Chauhans) in 12th century.
[12] Convex and concave mirrors are examples of?
A.
Plane mirrors
B.
Spherical mirrors
C.
Inverted mirror
D.
Erect mirror
Ans:
Spherical mirrors
Explanation :
A spherical mirror is a mirror which has the shape of a. piece cut out of a spherical surface. There are two types of spherical mirrors: concave, and convex.
[13] The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called -
A.
drag
B.
buoyancy
C.
upthrust
D.
convection
Ans:
drag
Explanation :
The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called drag. Fluid Friction is the force that obstructs the flow of fluid. It is a situation where the fluid provides resistance between the two surfaces.
[14] Using one can resize, tag digital images, organise pictures into albums by drag and drop, can export the pictures for external use (by e-mail or print).
A.
Data Organiser
B.
Facebook Organiser
C.
Image Organiser
D.
Media Organiser
Ans:
Image Organiser
Explanation :
An image organizer or image management application is application software focused on organising digital images. Image organizers represent one kind of desktop organizer software applications. An image organizer has the ability to edit the image tags and often also an easy way to upload files to on- line hosting pages.
[15] A change in which one or more new substances are formed is called
A.
Physical Change
B.
Chemical Change
C.
Rusting
D.
Galvanisation
Ans:
Chemical Change
Explanation :
Physical changes are the changes that change the physical traits of the substance, without making any change in their internal structure. On the other hand, a chemical change is one that affects the internal structure of the substance, so as to form a new substance.
[16] The property of metals by which they can be beaten into thin sheets is called .
A.
ductility
B.
malleability
C.
viscosity
D.
tensile strength
Ans:
malleability
Explanation :
Malleability is a physical property of metals that defines the ability to be hammered, pressed, or rolled into thin sheets without breaking. Examples of malleable metals are gold, iron, aluminum, copper, silver, and lead. Gold and silver are highly malleable.
[17] Which country will be hosting 2018 Men's Hockey World Cup?
A.
Pakistan
B.
Malaysia
C.
Australia
D.
India
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The 2018 Men’s Hockey World Cup will be the 14th edition of the Hockey World Cup field hockey tournament. It is scheduled to be held from 28 November to 16 December, 2018, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, India.
[18] Who was the architect of Humayun's Tomb?
A.
Ustad Ahmad of Lahouri
B.
George Wittet
C.
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
D.
Yaqut of Dabul
Ans:
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
Explanation :
Humayun’s tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor ‘Humayun in Delhi. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect chosen byher.
[19] Which of the following award is to recognize distinguished service of a high order to the nation?
A.
Padma Bhushan
B.
Param Vir Chakra
C.
Padma Vibhushan
D.
Bharat Ratna
Ans:
Padma Bhushan
Explanation :
The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The Awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognize achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.
[20] Which of the statements given below are correct? 1. The author of the novel 'A Head Full of Ghosts' is M.R Carey. 2. The author of the novel The Cartel' is Don Winslow. 3. The author of the novel `Dodgers' is Bill Beverly.
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1 and 3
D.
1, 2 and 3
Ans:
2 and 3
Explanation :
A Head Full of Ghosts is a horror novel by American writer Paul Tremblay. • The Cartel is a novel by Don Winslow • Dodgers is a novel by Bill Beverly
[21] In April 2017, Emma Morano, the world's oldest woman has passed away at the age of 117. Which country was she from?
A.
Italy
B.
France
C.
China
D.
Germany
Ans:
Italy
Explanation :
Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person and also believed to have been the last surviving person born in the 1800s, has died at her home in northern Italy.
[22] Bangladesh does not share its border with which Indian state?
A.
Assam
B.
Tripura
C.
Jharkhand
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
Jharkhand
Explanation :
Bangladesh and India share a 4,096-kilometer (long international border, the fifth-longest land border in the world. West Bengal with 2,217 km share longest border with Bangladesh. Other states include 262 km in Assam, 856 km in Tripura, 180 km in Mizoram, 443 km in Meghalaya and 2,217 km in West Bengal.
[23] is the number of individuals of the same species that have come into the habitat from elsewhere during the time period under consideration.
A.
Natality
B.
Mortality
C.
Immigration
D.
Emigration
Ans:
Immigration
Explanation :
Migration is the movement of individuals of a species from one place to another. Emigration is migration seen as the exit of individuals from one region (to another where they will settle permanently or temporarily). Immigration is migration seen as the settling in one region (permanently or temporarily) of individuals coming from another region.
[24] scheme by the Central Government states that an insurance of 10 lakhs will cover each passenger traveling by Indian Rail while booking a ticket if an amount of 92 paise is paid.
A.
Gangajal Delivery Scheme
B.
Mission Bhagiratha In Telangana
C.
National Apprenticeship Promotion
D.
Railway Travel Insurance
Ans:
Railway Travel Insurance
Explanation :
An Optional Travel Insurance Scheme on a pilot basis for one year has been launched w.e.f 01.09.2016 for the Railway passengers who book e-ticket through official website of Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). It provide financial support to the family /legal heir in case of death/injury of reserved passengers due to train accident/ untoward incidents as defined under section 123 read with Sections 124 and 124A of the Railways Act, 1989.
[25] Who discovered electricity and invented the lightning rod and bifocals?
A.
Kirkpatrick Macmillan
B.
Benjamin Franklin
C.
William Henry Fox Talbot
D.
Sir Alexander Fleming
Ans:
Benjamin Franklin
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.
Explanation :
The Chlorophyceae are a large and important group of freshwater green algae. They are usually green due to the dominance of pigments chlorophyll a and chlorophyllb. Most of the members have one or more storage bodies called pyrenoids located in the chloroplast.
[6] The body cavity which is lined by mesoderm is called -
A.
Coelom
B.
Chordata
C.
Arthropoda
D.
Platyhelminthes
Ans:
Coelom
Explanation :
A coelom is a cavity lined by an epithelium derived from mesoderm. Organs formed inside a coelomcan freely move, grow, and develop independently of the body wall while fluid cushions and protects them from shocks.
[7] The demand for a normal good decreases with in the consumer's income.
A.
increase
B.
decrease
C.
constant
D.
double
Ans:
decrease
Explanation :
In economics, normal goods are any goods for which demand increases when income increases, and falls when income decreases but price remains constant, i.e. with a positive income elasticity of demand.
[8] Short run marginal cost curve cuts the short run average cost curve from minimum point of short run average cost.
A.
top at the
B.
below
C.
right
D.
left
Ans:
below
Explanation :
Short-run marginal cost refers to the change in cost that result from a change in output when the usage of the variable factor changes. Short-run marginal cost curve cuts the average variable cost curve from below at the minimum point of average variable cost.
[9] "Naval, military and air force works" is listed in the list given in the Seventh Schedule in the Constitution of India.
A.
Union
B.
State
C.
Global
D.
Concurrent
Ans:
Union
Explanation :
Naval, military and air forces; any other armed forces of the Union are listed under the Union List. The Union List or List-I is a list of 97 numbered items (the last item is numbered 100) given in Seventh Schedule in the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate.
[10] There are total parlamentary seats (Lok Sabha constituency) in Uttarakhand.
A.
14
B.
5
C.
80
D.
2
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Uttarakhand elects 5 members to Lok Sabha and 3 seats to Rajya Sabha of the Indian Parliament.
[11] first became the capital of a kingdom under the Tomara Rajputs.
A.
Delhi
B.
Pataliputra
C.
Calcutta
D.
Taxila
Ans:
Pataliputra
Explanation :
The Tomara were an Indian I dynasty who ruled parts of present-day Delhi and Haryana during 9th-12th century. They were displaced by the Chahamanas (Chauhans) in 12th century.
[12] Convex and concave mirrors are examples of?
A.
Plane mirrors
B.
Spherical mirrors
C.
Inverted mirror
D.
Erect mirror
Ans:
Spherical mirrors
Explanation :
A spherical mirror is a mirror which has the shape of a. piece cut out of a spherical surface. There are two types of spherical mirrors: concave, and convex.
[13] The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called -
A.
drag
B.
buoyancy
C.
upthrust
D.
convection
Ans:
drag
Explanation :
The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called drag. Fluid Friction is the force that obstructs the flow of fluid. It is a situation where the fluid provides resistance between the two surfaces.
[14] Using one can resize, tag digital images, organise pictures into albums by drag and drop, can export the pictures for external use (by e-mail or print).
A.
Data Organiser
B.
Facebook Organiser
C.
Image Organiser
D.
Media Organiser
Ans:
Image Organiser
Explanation :
An image organizer or image management application is application software focused on organising digital images. Image organizers represent one kind of desktop organizer software applications. An image organizer has the ability to edit the image tags and often also an easy way to upload files to on- line hosting pages.
[15] A change in which one or more new substances are formed is called
A.
Physical Change
B.
Chemical Change
C.
Rusting
D.
Galvanisation
Ans:
Chemical Change
Explanation :
Physical changes are the changes that change the physical traits of the substance, without making any change in their internal structure. On the other hand, a chemical change is one that affects the internal structure of the substance, so as to form a new substance.
[16] The property of metals by which they can be beaten into thin sheets is called .
A.
ductility
B.
malleability
C.
viscosity
D.
tensile strength
Ans:
malleability
Explanation :
Malleability is a physical property of metals that defines the ability to be hammered, pressed, or rolled into thin sheets without breaking. Examples of malleable metals are gold, iron, aluminum, copper, silver, and lead. Gold and silver are highly malleable.
[17] Which country will be hosting 2018 Men's Hockey World Cup?
A.
Pakistan
B.
Malaysia
C.
Australia
D.
India
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The 2018 Men’s Hockey World Cup will be the 14th edition of the Hockey World Cup field hockey tournament. It is scheduled to be held from 28 November to 16 December, 2018, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, India.
[18] Who was the architect of Humayun's Tomb?
A.
Ustad Ahmad of Lahouri
B.
George Wittet
C.
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
D.
Yaqut of Dabul
Ans:
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
Explanation :
Humayun’s tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor ‘Humayun in Delhi. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect chosen byher.
[19] Which of the following award is to recognize distinguished service of a high order to the nation?
A.
Padma Bhushan
B.
Param Vir Chakra
C.
Padma Vibhushan
D.
Bharat Ratna
Ans:
Padma Bhushan
Explanation :
The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The Awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognize achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.
[20] Which of the statements given below are correct? 1. The author of the novel 'A Head Full of Ghosts' is M.R Carey. 2. The author of the novel The Cartel' is Don Winslow. 3. The author of the novel `Dodgers' is Bill Beverly.
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1 and 3
D.
1, 2 and 3
Ans:
2 and 3
Explanation :
A Head Full of Ghosts is a horror novel by American writer Paul Tremblay. • The Cartel is a novel by Don Winslow • Dodgers is a novel by Bill Beverly
[21] In April 2017, Emma Morano, the world's oldest woman has passed away at the age of 117. Which country was she from?
A.
Italy
B.
France
C.
China
D.
Germany
Ans:
Italy
Explanation :
Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person and also believed to have been the last surviving person born in the 1800s, has died at her home in northern Italy.
[22] Bangladesh does not share its border with which Indian state?
A.
Assam
B.
Tripura
C.
Jharkhand
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
Jharkhand
Explanation :
Bangladesh and India share a 4,096-kilometer (long international border, the fifth-longest land border in the world. West Bengal with 2,217 km share longest border with Bangladesh. Other states include 262 km in Assam, 856 km in Tripura, 180 km in Mizoram, 443 km in Meghalaya and 2,217 km in West Bengal.
[23] is the number of individuals of the same species that have come into the habitat from elsewhere during the time period under consideration.
A.
Natality
B.
Mortality
C.
Immigration
D.
Emigration
Ans:
Immigration
Explanation :
Migration is the movement of individuals of a species from one place to another. Emigration is migration seen as the exit of individuals from one region (to another where they will settle permanently or temporarily). Immigration is migration seen as the settling in one region (permanently or temporarily) of individuals coming from another region.
[24] scheme by the Central Government states that an insurance of 10 lakhs will cover each passenger traveling by Indian Rail while booking a ticket if an amount of 92 paise is paid.
A.
Gangajal Delivery Scheme
B.
Mission Bhagiratha In Telangana
C.
National Apprenticeship Promotion
D.
Railway Travel Insurance
Ans:
Railway Travel Insurance
Explanation :
An Optional Travel Insurance Scheme on a pilot basis for one year has been launched w.e.f 01.09.2016 for the Railway passengers who book e-ticket through official website of Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). It provide financial support to the family /legal heir in case of death/injury of reserved passengers due to train accident/ untoward incidents as defined under section 123 read with Sections 124 and 124A of the Railways Act, 1989.
[25] Who discovered electricity and invented the lightning rod and bifocals?
A.
Kirkpatrick Macmillan
B.
Benjamin Franklin
C.
William Henry Fox Talbot
D.
Sir Alexander Fleming
Ans:
Benjamin Franklin
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.
Explanation :
In economics, normal goods are any goods for which demand increases when income increases, and falls when income decreases but price remains constant, i.e. with a positive income elasticity of demand.
[8] Short run marginal cost curve cuts the short run average cost curve from minimum point of short run average cost.
A.
top at the
B.
below
C.
right
D.
left
Ans:
below
Explanation :
Short-run marginal cost refers to the change in cost that result from a change in output when the usage of the variable factor changes. Short-run marginal cost curve cuts the average variable cost curve from below at the minimum point of average variable cost.
[9] "Naval, military and air force works" is listed in the list given in the Seventh Schedule in the Constitution of India.
A.
Union
B.
State
C.
Global
D.
Concurrent
Ans:
Union
Explanation :
Naval, military and air forces; any other armed forces of the Union are listed under the Union List. The Union List or List-I is a list of 97 numbered items (the last item is numbered 100) given in Seventh Schedule in the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate.
[10] There are total parlamentary seats (Lok Sabha constituency) in Uttarakhand.
A.
14
B.
5
C.
80
D.
2
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Uttarakhand elects 5 members to Lok Sabha and 3 seats to Rajya Sabha of the Indian Parliament.
[11] first became the capital of a kingdom under the Tomara Rajputs.
A.
Delhi
B.
Pataliputra
C.
Calcutta
D.
Taxila
Ans:
Pataliputra
Explanation :
The Tomara were an Indian I dynasty who ruled parts of present-day Delhi and Haryana during 9th-12th century. They were displaced by the Chahamanas (Chauhans) in 12th century.
[12] Convex and concave mirrors are examples of?
A.
Plane mirrors
B.
Spherical mirrors
C.
Inverted mirror
D.
Erect mirror
Ans:
Spherical mirrors
Explanation :
A spherical mirror is a mirror which has the shape of a. piece cut out of a spherical surface. There are two types of spherical mirrors: concave, and convex.
[13] The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called -
A.
drag
B.
buoyancy
C.
upthrust
D.
convection
Ans:
drag
Explanation :
The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called drag. Fluid Friction is the force that obstructs the flow of fluid. It is a situation where the fluid provides resistance between the two surfaces.
[14] Using one can resize, tag digital images, organise pictures into albums by drag and drop, can export the pictures for external use (by e-mail or print).
A.
Data Organiser
B.
Facebook Organiser
C.
Image Organiser
D.
Media Organiser
Ans:
Image Organiser
Explanation :
An image organizer or image management application is application software focused on organising digital images. Image organizers represent one kind of desktop organizer software applications. An image organizer has the ability to edit the image tags and often also an easy way to upload files to on- line hosting pages.
[15] A change in which one or more new substances are formed is called
A.
Physical Change
B.
Chemical Change
C.
Rusting
D.
Galvanisation
Ans:
Chemical Change
Explanation :
Physical changes are the changes that change the physical traits of the substance, without making any change in their internal structure. On the other hand, a chemical change is one that affects the internal structure of the substance, so as to form a new substance.
[16] The property of metals by which they can be beaten into thin sheets is called .
A.
ductility
B.
malleability
C.
viscosity
D.
tensile strength
Ans:
malleability
Explanation :
Malleability is a physical property of metals that defines the ability to be hammered, pressed, or rolled into thin sheets without breaking. Examples of malleable metals are gold, iron, aluminum, copper, silver, and lead. Gold and silver are highly malleable.
[17] Which country will be hosting 2018 Men's Hockey World Cup?
A.
Pakistan
B.
Malaysia
C.
Australia
D.
India
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The 2018 Men’s Hockey World Cup will be the 14th edition of the Hockey World Cup field hockey tournament. It is scheduled to be held from 28 November to 16 December, 2018, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, India.
[18] Who was the architect of Humayun's Tomb?
A.
Ustad Ahmad of Lahouri
B.
George Wittet
C.
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
D.
Yaqut of Dabul
Ans:
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
Explanation :
Humayun’s tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor ‘Humayun in Delhi. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect chosen byher.
[19] Which of the following award is to recognize distinguished service of a high order to the nation?
A.
Padma Bhushan
B.
Param Vir Chakra
C.
Padma Vibhushan
D.
Bharat Ratna
Ans:
Padma Bhushan
Explanation :
The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The Awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognize achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.
[20] Which of the statements given below are correct? 1. The author of the novel 'A Head Full of Ghosts' is M.R Carey. 2. The author of the novel The Cartel' is Don Winslow. 3. The author of the novel `Dodgers' is Bill Beverly.
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1 and 3
D.
1, 2 and 3
Ans:
2 and 3
Explanation :
A Head Full of Ghosts is a horror novel by American writer Paul Tremblay. • The Cartel is a novel by Don Winslow • Dodgers is a novel by Bill Beverly
[21] In April 2017, Emma Morano, the world's oldest woman has passed away at the age of 117. Which country was she from?
A.
Italy
B.
France
C.
China
D.
Germany
Ans:
Italy
Explanation :
Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person and also believed to have been the last surviving person born in the 1800s, has died at her home in northern Italy.
[22] Bangladesh does not share its border with which Indian state?
A.
Assam
B.
Tripura
C.
Jharkhand
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
Jharkhand
Explanation :
Bangladesh and India share a 4,096-kilometer (long international border, the fifth-longest land border in the world. West Bengal with 2,217 km share longest border with Bangladesh. Other states include 262 km in Assam, 856 km in Tripura, 180 km in Mizoram, 443 km in Meghalaya and 2,217 km in West Bengal.
[23] is the number of individuals of the same species that have come into the habitat from elsewhere during the time period under consideration.
A.
Natality
B.
Mortality
C.
Immigration
D.
Emigration
Ans:
Immigration
Explanation :
Migration is the movement of individuals of a species from one place to another. Emigration is migration seen as the exit of individuals from one region (to another where they will settle permanently or temporarily). Immigration is migration seen as the settling in one region (permanently or temporarily) of individuals coming from another region.
[24] scheme by the Central Government states that an insurance of 10 lakhs will cover each passenger traveling by Indian Rail while booking a ticket if an amount of 92 paise is paid.
A.
Gangajal Delivery Scheme
B.
Mission Bhagiratha In Telangana
C.
National Apprenticeship Promotion
D.
Railway Travel Insurance
Ans:
Railway Travel Insurance
Explanation :
An Optional Travel Insurance Scheme on a pilot basis for one year has been launched w.e.f 01.09.2016 for the Railway passengers who book e-ticket through official website of Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). It provide financial support to the family /legal heir in case of death/injury of reserved passengers due to train accident/ untoward incidents as defined under section 123 read with Sections 124 and 124A of the Railways Act, 1989.
[25] Who discovered electricity and invented the lightning rod and bifocals?
A.
Kirkpatrick Macmillan
B.
Benjamin Franklin
C.
William Henry Fox Talbot
D.
Sir Alexander Fleming
Ans:
Benjamin Franklin
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.
Explanation :
Naval, military and air forces; any other armed forces of the Union are listed under the Union List. The Union List or List-I is a list of 97 numbered items (the last item is numbered 100) given in Seventh Schedule in the Constitution of India on which Parliament has exclusive power to legislate.
[10] There are total parlamentary seats (Lok Sabha constituency) in Uttarakhand.
A.
14
B.
5
C.
80
D.
2
Ans:
5
Explanation :
Uttarakhand elects 5 members to Lok Sabha and 3 seats to Rajya Sabha of the Indian Parliament.
[11] first became the capital of a kingdom under the Tomara Rajputs.
A.
Delhi
B.
Pataliputra
C.
Calcutta
D.
Taxila
Ans:
Pataliputra
Explanation :
The Tomara were an Indian I dynasty who ruled parts of present-day Delhi and Haryana during 9th-12th century. They were displaced by the Chahamanas (Chauhans) in 12th century.
[12] Convex and concave mirrors are examples of?
A.
Plane mirrors
B.
Spherical mirrors
C.
Inverted mirror
D.
Erect mirror
Ans:
Spherical mirrors
Explanation :
A spherical mirror is a mirror which has the shape of a. piece cut out of a spherical surface. There are two types of spherical mirrors: concave, and convex.
[13] The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called -
A.
drag
B.
buoyancy
C.
upthrust
D.
convection
Ans:
drag
Explanation :
The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called drag. Fluid Friction is the force that obstructs the flow of fluid. It is a situation where the fluid provides resistance between the two surfaces.
[14] Using one can resize, tag digital images, organise pictures into albums by drag and drop, can export the pictures for external use (by e-mail or print).
A.
Data Organiser
B.
Facebook Organiser
C.
Image Organiser
D.
Media Organiser
Ans:
Image Organiser
Explanation :
An image organizer or image management application is application software focused on organising digital images. Image organizers represent one kind of desktop organizer software applications. An image organizer has the ability to edit the image tags and often also an easy way to upload files to on- line hosting pages.
[15] A change in which one or more new substances are formed is called
A.
Physical Change
B.
Chemical Change
C.
Rusting
D.
Galvanisation
Ans:
Chemical Change
Explanation :
Physical changes are the changes that change the physical traits of the substance, without making any change in their internal structure. On the other hand, a chemical change is one that affects the internal structure of the substance, so as to form a new substance.
[16] The property of metals by which they can be beaten into thin sheets is called .
A.
ductility
B.
malleability
C.
viscosity
D.
tensile strength
Ans:
malleability
Explanation :
Malleability is a physical property of metals that defines the ability to be hammered, pressed, or rolled into thin sheets without breaking. Examples of malleable metals are gold, iron, aluminum, copper, silver, and lead. Gold and silver are highly malleable.
[17] Which country will be hosting 2018 Men's Hockey World Cup?
A.
Pakistan
B.
Malaysia
C.
Australia
D.
India
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The 2018 Men’s Hockey World Cup will be the 14th edition of the Hockey World Cup field hockey tournament. It is scheduled to be held from 28 November to 16 December, 2018, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, India.
[18] Who was the architect of Humayun's Tomb?
A.
Ustad Ahmad of Lahouri
B.
George Wittet
C.
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
D.
Yaqut of Dabul
Ans:
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
Explanation :
Humayun’s tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor ‘Humayun in Delhi. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect chosen byher.
[19] Which of the following award is to recognize distinguished service of a high order to the nation?
A.
Padma Bhushan
B.
Param Vir Chakra
C.
Padma Vibhushan
D.
Bharat Ratna
Ans:
Padma Bhushan
Explanation :
The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The Awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognize achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.
[20] Which of the statements given below are correct? 1. The author of the novel 'A Head Full of Ghosts' is M.R Carey. 2. The author of the novel The Cartel' is Don Winslow. 3. The author of the novel `Dodgers' is Bill Beverly.
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1 and 3
D.
1, 2 and 3
Ans:
2 and 3
Explanation :
A Head Full of Ghosts is a horror novel by American writer Paul Tremblay. • The Cartel is a novel by Don Winslow • Dodgers is a novel by Bill Beverly
[21] In April 2017, Emma Morano, the world's oldest woman has passed away at the age of 117. Which country was she from?
A.
Italy
B.
France
C.
China
D.
Germany
Ans:
Italy
Explanation :
Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person and also believed to have been the last surviving person born in the 1800s, has died at her home in northern Italy.
[22] Bangladesh does not share its border with which Indian state?
A.
Assam
B.
Tripura
C.
Jharkhand
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
Jharkhand
Explanation :
Bangladesh and India share a 4,096-kilometer (long international border, the fifth-longest land border in the world. West Bengal with 2,217 km share longest border with Bangladesh. Other states include 262 km in Assam, 856 km in Tripura, 180 km in Mizoram, 443 km in Meghalaya and 2,217 km in West Bengal.
[23] is the number of individuals of the same species that have come into the habitat from elsewhere during the time period under consideration.
A.
Natality
B.
Mortality
C.
Immigration
D.
Emigration
Ans:
Immigration
Explanation :
Migration is the movement of individuals of a species from one place to another. Emigration is migration seen as the exit of individuals from one region (to another where they will settle permanently or temporarily). Immigration is migration seen as the settling in one region (permanently or temporarily) of individuals coming from another region.
[24] scheme by the Central Government states that an insurance of 10 lakhs will cover each passenger traveling by Indian Rail while booking a ticket if an amount of 92 paise is paid.
A.
Gangajal Delivery Scheme
B.
Mission Bhagiratha In Telangana
C.
National Apprenticeship Promotion
D.
Railway Travel Insurance
Ans:
Railway Travel Insurance
Explanation :
An Optional Travel Insurance Scheme on a pilot basis for one year has been launched w.e.f 01.09.2016 for the Railway passengers who book e-ticket through official website of Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). It provide financial support to the family /legal heir in case of death/injury of reserved passengers due to train accident/ untoward incidents as defined under section 123 read with Sections 124 and 124A of the Railways Act, 1989.
[25] Who discovered electricity and invented the lightning rod and bifocals?
A.
Kirkpatrick Macmillan
B.
Benjamin Franklin
C.
William Henry Fox Talbot
D.
Sir Alexander Fleming
Ans:
Benjamin Franklin
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.
Explanation :
The Tomara were an Indian I dynasty who ruled parts of present-day Delhi and Haryana during 9th-12th century. They were displaced by the Chahamanas (Chauhans) in 12th century.
[12] Convex and concave mirrors are examples of?
A.
Plane mirrors
B.
Spherical mirrors
C.
Inverted mirror
D.
Erect mirror
Ans:
Spherical mirrors
Explanation :
A spherical mirror is a mirror which has the shape of a. piece cut out of a spherical surface. There are two types of spherical mirrors: concave, and convex.
[13] The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called -
A.
drag
B.
buoyancy
C.
upthrust
D.
convection
Ans:
drag
Explanation :
The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called drag. Fluid Friction is the force that obstructs the flow of fluid. It is a situation where the fluid provides resistance between the two surfaces.
[14] Using one can resize, tag digital images, organise pictures into albums by drag and drop, can export the pictures for external use (by e-mail or print).
A.
Data Organiser
B.
Facebook Organiser
C.
Image Organiser
D.
Media Organiser
Ans:
Image Organiser
Explanation :
An image organizer or image management application is application software focused on organising digital images. Image organizers represent one kind of desktop organizer software applications. An image organizer has the ability to edit the image tags and often also an easy way to upload files to on- line hosting pages.
[15] A change in which one or more new substances are formed is called
A.
Physical Change
B.
Chemical Change
C.
Rusting
D.
Galvanisation
Ans:
Chemical Change
Explanation :
Physical changes are the changes that change the physical traits of the substance, without making any change in their internal structure. On the other hand, a chemical change is one that affects the internal structure of the substance, so as to form a new substance.
[16] The property of metals by which they can be beaten into thin sheets is called .
A.
ductility
B.
malleability
C.
viscosity
D.
tensile strength
Ans:
malleability
Explanation :
Malleability is a physical property of metals that defines the ability to be hammered, pressed, or rolled into thin sheets without breaking. Examples of malleable metals are gold, iron, aluminum, copper, silver, and lead. Gold and silver are highly malleable.
[17] Which country will be hosting 2018 Men's Hockey World Cup?
A.
Pakistan
B.
Malaysia
C.
Australia
D.
India
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The 2018 Men’s Hockey World Cup will be the 14th edition of the Hockey World Cup field hockey tournament. It is scheduled to be held from 28 November to 16 December, 2018, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, India.
[18] Who was the architect of Humayun's Tomb?
A.
Ustad Ahmad of Lahouri
B.
George Wittet
C.
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
D.
Yaqut of Dabul
Ans:
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
Explanation :
Humayun’s tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor ‘Humayun in Delhi. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect chosen byher.
[19] Which of the following award is to recognize distinguished service of a high order to the nation?
A.
Padma Bhushan
B.
Param Vir Chakra
C.
Padma Vibhushan
D.
Bharat Ratna
Ans:
Padma Bhushan
Explanation :
The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The Awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognize achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.
[20] Which of the statements given below are correct? 1. The author of the novel 'A Head Full of Ghosts' is M.R Carey. 2. The author of the novel The Cartel' is Don Winslow. 3. The author of the novel `Dodgers' is Bill Beverly.
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1 and 3
D.
1, 2 and 3
Ans:
2 and 3
Explanation :
A Head Full of Ghosts is a horror novel by American writer Paul Tremblay. • The Cartel is a novel by Don Winslow • Dodgers is a novel by Bill Beverly
[21] In April 2017, Emma Morano, the world's oldest woman has passed away at the age of 117. Which country was she from?
A.
Italy
B.
France
C.
China
D.
Germany
Ans:
Italy
Explanation :
Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person and also believed to have been the last surviving person born in the 1800s, has died at her home in northern Italy.
[22] Bangladesh does not share its border with which Indian state?
A.
Assam
B.
Tripura
C.
Jharkhand
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
Jharkhand
Explanation :
Bangladesh and India share a 4,096-kilometer (long international border, the fifth-longest land border in the world. West Bengal with 2,217 km share longest border with Bangladesh. Other states include 262 km in Assam, 856 km in Tripura, 180 km in Mizoram, 443 km in Meghalaya and 2,217 km in West Bengal.
[23] is the number of individuals of the same species that have come into the habitat from elsewhere during the time period under consideration.
A.
Natality
B.
Mortality
C.
Immigration
D.
Emigration
Ans:
Immigration
Explanation :
Migration is the movement of individuals of a species from one place to another. Emigration is migration seen as the exit of individuals from one region (to another where they will settle permanently or temporarily). Immigration is migration seen as the settling in one region (permanently or temporarily) of individuals coming from another region.
[24] scheme by the Central Government states that an insurance of 10 lakhs will cover each passenger traveling by Indian Rail while booking a ticket if an amount of 92 paise is paid.
A.
Gangajal Delivery Scheme
B.
Mission Bhagiratha In Telangana
C.
National Apprenticeship Promotion
D.
Railway Travel Insurance
Ans:
Railway Travel Insurance
Explanation :
An Optional Travel Insurance Scheme on a pilot basis for one year has been launched w.e.f 01.09.2016 for the Railway passengers who book e-ticket through official website of Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). It provide financial support to the family /legal heir in case of death/injury of reserved passengers due to train accident/ untoward incidents as defined under section 123 read with Sections 124 and 124A of the Railways Act, 1989.
[25] Who discovered electricity and invented the lightning rod and bifocals?
A.
Kirkpatrick Macmillan
B.
Benjamin Franklin
C.
William Henry Fox Talbot
D.
Sir Alexander Fleming
Ans:
Benjamin Franklin
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.
Explanation :
The frictional force exerted by fluids is also called drag. Fluid Friction is the force that obstructs the flow of fluid. It is a situation where the fluid provides resistance between the two surfaces.
[14] Using one can resize, tag digital images, organise pictures into albums by drag and drop, can export the pictures for external use (by e-mail or print).
A.
Data Organiser
B.
Facebook Organiser
C.
Image Organiser
D.
Media Organiser
Ans:
Image Organiser
Explanation :
An image organizer or image management application is application software focused on organising digital images. Image organizers represent one kind of desktop organizer software applications. An image organizer has the ability to edit the image tags and often also an easy way to upload files to on- line hosting pages.
[15] A change in which one or more new substances are formed is called
A.
Physical Change
B.
Chemical Change
C.
Rusting
D.
Galvanisation
Ans:
Chemical Change
Explanation :
Physical changes are the changes that change the physical traits of the substance, without making any change in their internal structure. On the other hand, a chemical change is one that affects the internal structure of the substance, so as to form a new substance.
[16] The property of metals by which they can be beaten into thin sheets is called .
A.
ductility
B.
malleability
C.
viscosity
D.
tensile strength
Ans:
malleability
Explanation :
Malleability is a physical property of metals that defines the ability to be hammered, pressed, or rolled into thin sheets without breaking. Examples of malleable metals are gold, iron, aluminum, copper, silver, and lead. Gold and silver are highly malleable.
[17] Which country will be hosting 2018 Men's Hockey World Cup?
A.
Pakistan
B.
Malaysia
C.
Australia
D.
India
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The 2018 Men’s Hockey World Cup will be the 14th edition of the Hockey World Cup field hockey tournament. It is scheduled to be held from 28 November to 16 December, 2018, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, India.
[18] Who was the architect of Humayun's Tomb?
A.
Ustad Ahmad of Lahouri
B.
George Wittet
C.
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
D.
Yaqut of Dabul
Ans:
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
Explanation :
Humayun’s tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor ‘Humayun in Delhi. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect chosen byher.
[19] Which of the following award is to recognize distinguished service of a high order to the nation?
A.
Padma Bhushan
B.
Param Vir Chakra
C.
Padma Vibhushan
D.
Bharat Ratna
Ans:
Padma Bhushan
Explanation :
The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The Awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognize achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.
[20] Which of the statements given below are correct? 1. The author of the novel 'A Head Full of Ghosts' is M.R Carey. 2. The author of the novel The Cartel' is Don Winslow. 3. The author of the novel `Dodgers' is Bill Beverly.
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1 and 3
D.
1, 2 and 3
Ans:
2 and 3
Explanation :
A Head Full of Ghosts is a horror novel by American writer Paul Tremblay. • The Cartel is a novel by Don Winslow • Dodgers is a novel by Bill Beverly
[21] In April 2017, Emma Morano, the world's oldest woman has passed away at the age of 117. Which country was she from?
A.
Italy
B.
France
C.
China
D.
Germany
Ans:
Italy
Explanation :
Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person and also believed to have been the last surviving person born in the 1800s, has died at her home in northern Italy.
[22] Bangladesh does not share its border with which Indian state?
A.
Assam
B.
Tripura
C.
Jharkhand
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
Jharkhand
Explanation :
Bangladesh and India share a 4,096-kilometer (long international border, the fifth-longest land border in the world. West Bengal with 2,217 km share longest border with Bangladesh. Other states include 262 km in Assam, 856 km in Tripura, 180 km in Mizoram, 443 km in Meghalaya and 2,217 km in West Bengal.
[23] is the number of individuals of the same species that have come into the habitat from elsewhere during the time period under consideration.
A.
Natality
B.
Mortality
C.
Immigration
D.
Emigration
Ans:
Immigration
Explanation :
Migration is the movement of individuals of a species from one place to another. Emigration is migration seen as the exit of individuals from one region (to another where they will settle permanently or temporarily). Immigration is migration seen as the settling in one region (permanently or temporarily) of individuals coming from another region.
[24] scheme by the Central Government states that an insurance of 10 lakhs will cover each passenger traveling by Indian Rail while booking a ticket if an amount of 92 paise is paid.
A.
Gangajal Delivery Scheme
B.
Mission Bhagiratha In Telangana
C.
National Apprenticeship Promotion
D.
Railway Travel Insurance
Ans:
Railway Travel Insurance
Explanation :
An Optional Travel Insurance Scheme on a pilot basis for one year has been launched w.e.f 01.09.2016 for the Railway passengers who book e-ticket through official website of Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). It provide financial support to the family /legal heir in case of death/injury of reserved passengers due to train accident/ untoward incidents as defined under section 123 read with Sections 124 and 124A of the Railways Act, 1989.
[25] Who discovered electricity and invented the lightning rod and bifocals?
A.
Kirkpatrick Macmillan
B.
Benjamin Franklin
C.
William Henry Fox Talbot
D.
Sir Alexander Fleming
Ans:
Benjamin Franklin
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.
Explanation :
Physical changes are the changes that change the physical traits of the substance, without making any change in their internal structure. On the other hand, a chemical change is one that affects the internal structure of the substance, so as to form a new substance.
[16] The property of metals by which they can be beaten into thin sheets is called .
A.
ductility
B.
malleability
C.
viscosity
D.
tensile strength
Ans:
malleability
Explanation :
Malleability is a physical property of metals that defines the ability to be hammered, pressed, or rolled into thin sheets without breaking. Examples of malleable metals are gold, iron, aluminum, copper, silver, and lead. Gold and silver are highly malleable.
[17] Which country will be hosting 2018 Men's Hockey World Cup?
A.
Pakistan
B.
Malaysia
C.
Australia
D.
India
Ans:
India
Explanation :
The 2018 Men’s Hockey World Cup will be the 14th edition of the Hockey World Cup field hockey tournament. It is scheduled to be held from 28 November to 16 December, 2018, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, India.
[18] Who was the architect of Humayun's Tomb?
A.
Ustad Ahmad of Lahouri
B.
George Wittet
C.
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
D.
Yaqut of Dabul
Ans:
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
Explanation :
Humayun’s tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor ‘Humayun in Delhi. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect chosen byher.
[19] Which of the following award is to recognize distinguished service of a high order to the nation?
A.
Padma Bhushan
B.
Param Vir Chakra
C.
Padma Vibhushan
D.
Bharat Ratna
Ans:
Padma Bhushan
Explanation :
The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The Awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognize achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.
[20] Which of the statements given below are correct? 1. The author of the novel 'A Head Full of Ghosts' is M.R Carey. 2. The author of the novel The Cartel' is Don Winslow. 3. The author of the novel `Dodgers' is Bill Beverly.
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1 and 3
D.
1, 2 and 3
Ans:
2 and 3
Explanation :
A Head Full of Ghosts is a horror novel by American writer Paul Tremblay. • The Cartel is a novel by Don Winslow • Dodgers is a novel by Bill Beverly
[21] In April 2017, Emma Morano, the world's oldest woman has passed away at the age of 117. Which country was she from?
A.
Italy
B.
France
C.
China
D.
Germany
Ans:
Italy
Explanation :
Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person and also believed to have been the last surviving person born in the 1800s, has died at her home in northern Italy.
[22] Bangladesh does not share its border with which Indian state?
A.
Assam
B.
Tripura
C.
Jharkhand
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
Jharkhand
Explanation :
Bangladesh and India share a 4,096-kilometer (long international border, the fifth-longest land border in the world. West Bengal with 2,217 km share longest border with Bangladesh. Other states include 262 km in Assam, 856 km in Tripura, 180 km in Mizoram, 443 km in Meghalaya and 2,217 km in West Bengal.
[23] is the number of individuals of the same species that have come into the habitat from elsewhere during the time period under consideration.
A.
Natality
B.
Mortality
C.
Immigration
D.
Emigration
Ans:
Immigration
Explanation :
Migration is the movement of individuals of a species from one place to another. Emigration is migration seen as the exit of individuals from one region (to another where they will settle permanently or temporarily). Immigration is migration seen as the settling in one region (permanently or temporarily) of individuals coming from another region.
[24] scheme by the Central Government states that an insurance of 10 lakhs will cover each passenger traveling by Indian Rail while booking a ticket if an amount of 92 paise is paid.
A.
Gangajal Delivery Scheme
B.
Mission Bhagiratha In Telangana
C.
National Apprenticeship Promotion
D.
Railway Travel Insurance
Ans:
Railway Travel Insurance
Explanation :
An Optional Travel Insurance Scheme on a pilot basis for one year has been launched w.e.f 01.09.2016 for the Railway passengers who book e-ticket through official website of Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). It provide financial support to the family /legal heir in case of death/injury of reserved passengers due to train accident/ untoward incidents as defined under section 123 read with Sections 124 and 124A of the Railways Act, 1989.
[25] Who discovered electricity and invented the lightning rod and bifocals?
A.
Kirkpatrick Macmillan
B.
Benjamin Franklin
C.
William Henry Fox Talbot
D.
Sir Alexander Fleming
Ans:
Benjamin Franklin
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.
Explanation :
The 2018 Men’s Hockey World Cup will be the 14th edition of the Hockey World Cup field hockey tournament. It is scheduled to be held from 28 November to 16 December, 2018, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, India.
[18] Who was the architect of Humayun's Tomb?
A.
Ustad Ahmad of Lahouri
B.
George Wittet
C.
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
D.
Yaqut of Dabul
Ans:
Mirak Mirza Ghiyath
Explanation :
Humayun’s tomb is the tomb of the Mughal Emperor ‘Humayun in Delhi. The tomb was commissioned by Humayun’s wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum in 1569-70, and designed by Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect chosen byher.
[19] Which of the following award is to recognize distinguished service of a high order to the nation?
A.
Padma Bhushan
B.
Param Vir Chakra
C.
Padma Vibhushan
D.
Bharat Ratna
Ans:
Padma Bhushan
Explanation :
The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The Awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognize achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.
[20] Which of the statements given below are correct? 1. The author of the novel 'A Head Full of Ghosts' is M.R Carey. 2. The author of the novel The Cartel' is Don Winslow. 3. The author of the novel `Dodgers' is Bill Beverly.
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1 and 3
D.
1, 2 and 3
Ans:
2 and 3
Explanation :
A Head Full of Ghosts is a horror novel by American writer Paul Tremblay. • The Cartel is a novel by Don Winslow • Dodgers is a novel by Bill Beverly
[21] In April 2017, Emma Morano, the world's oldest woman has passed away at the age of 117. Which country was she from?
A.
Italy
B.
France
C.
China
D.
Germany
Ans:
Italy
Explanation :
Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person and also believed to have been the last surviving person born in the 1800s, has died at her home in northern Italy.
[22] Bangladesh does not share its border with which Indian state?
A.
Assam
B.
Tripura
C.
Jharkhand
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
Jharkhand
Explanation :
Bangladesh and India share a 4,096-kilometer (long international border, the fifth-longest land border in the world. West Bengal with 2,217 km share longest border with Bangladesh. Other states include 262 km in Assam, 856 km in Tripura, 180 km in Mizoram, 443 km in Meghalaya and 2,217 km in West Bengal.
[23] is the number of individuals of the same species that have come into the habitat from elsewhere during the time period under consideration.
A.
Natality
B.
Mortality
C.
Immigration
D.
Emigration
Ans:
Immigration
Explanation :
Migration is the movement of individuals of a species from one place to another. Emigration is migration seen as the exit of individuals from one region (to another where they will settle permanently or temporarily). Immigration is migration seen as the settling in one region (permanently or temporarily) of individuals coming from another region.
[24] scheme by the Central Government states that an insurance of 10 lakhs will cover each passenger traveling by Indian Rail while booking a ticket if an amount of 92 paise is paid.
A.
Gangajal Delivery Scheme
B.
Mission Bhagiratha In Telangana
C.
National Apprenticeship Promotion
D.
Railway Travel Insurance
Ans:
Railway Travel Insurance
Explanation :
An Optional Travel Insurance Scheme on a pilot basis for one year has been launched w.e.f 01.09.2016 for the Railway passengers who book e-ticket through official website of Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). It provide financial support to the family /legal heir in case of death/injury of reserved passengers due to train accident/ untoward incidents as defined under section 123 read with Sections 124 and 124A of the Railways Act, 1989.
[25] Who discovered electricity and invented the lightning rod and bifocals?
A.
Kirkpatrick Macmillan
B.
Benjamin Franklin
C.
William Henry Fox Talbot
D.
Sir Alexander Fleming
Ans:
Benjamin Franklin
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.
Explanation :
The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day. The Awards are given in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (distinguished service of higher order) and Padma Shri (distinguished service). The award seeks to recognize achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.
[20] Which of the statements given below are correct? 1. The author of the novel 'A Head Full of Ghosts' is M.R Carey. 2. The author of the novel The Cartel' is Don Winslow. 3. The author of the novel `Dodgers' is Bill Beverly.
A.
1 and 2
B.
2 and 3
C.
1 and 3
D.
1, 2 and 3
Ans:
2 and 3
Explanation :
A Head Full of Ghosts is a horror novel by American writer Paul Tremblay. • The Cartel is a novel by Don Winslow • Dodgers is a novel by Bill Beverly
[21] In April 2017, Emma Morano, the world's oldest woman has passed away at the age of 117. Which country was she from?
A.
Italy
B.
France
C.
China
D.
Germany
Ans:
Italy
Explanation :
Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person and also believed to have been the last surviving person born in the 1800s, has died at her home in northern Italy.
[22] Bangladesh does not share its border with which Indian state?
A.
Assam
B.
Tripura
C.
Jharkhand
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
Jharkhand
Explanation :
Bangladesh and India share a 4,096-kilometer (long international border, the fifth-longest land border in the world. West Bengal with 2,217 km share longest border with Bangladesh. Other states include 262 km in Assam, 856 km in Tripura, 180 km in Mizoram, 443 km in Meghalaya and 2,217 km in West Bengal.
[23] is the number of individuals of the same species that have come into the habitat from elsewhere during the time period under consideration.
A.
Natality
B.
Mortality
C.
Immigration
D.
Emigration
Ans:
Immigration
Explanation :
Migration is the movement of individuals of a species from one place to another. Emigration is migration seen as the exit of individuals from one region (to another where they will settle permanently or temporarily). Immigration is migration seen as the settling in one region (permanently or temporarily) of individuals coming from another region.
[24] scheme by the Central Government states that an insurance of 10 lakhs will cover each passenger traveling by Indian Rail while booking a ticket if an amount of 92 paise is paid.
A.
Gangajal Delivery Scheme
B.
Mission Bhagiratha In Telangana
C.
National Apprenticeship Promotion
D.
Railway Travel Insurance
Ans:
Railway Travel Insurance
Explanation :
An Optional Travel Insurance Scheme on a pilot basis for one year has been launched w.e.f 01.09.2016 for the Railway passengers who book e-ticket through official website of Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). It provide financial support to the family /legal heir in case of death/injury of reserved passengers due to train accident/ untoward incidents as defined under section 123 read with Sections 124 and 124A of the Railways Act, 1989.
[25] Who discovered electricity and invented the lightning rod and bifocals?
A.
Kirkpatrick Macmillan
B.
Benjamin Franklin
C.
William Henry Fox Talbot
D.
Sir Alexander Fleming
Ans:
Benjamin Franklin
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.
Explanation :
Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person and also believed to have been the last surviving person born in the 1800s, has died at her home in northern Italy.
[22] Bangladesh does not share its border with which Indian state?
A.
Assam
B.
Tripura
C.
Jharkhand
D.
Meghalaya
Ans:
Jharkhand
Explanation :
Bangladesh and India share a 4,096-kilometer (long international border, the fifth-longest land border in the world. West Bengal with 2,217 km share longest border with Bangladesh. Other states include 262 km in Assam, 856 km in Tripura, 180 km in Mizoram, 443 km in Meghalaya and 2,217 km in West Bengal.
[23] is the number of individuals of the same species that have come into the habitat from elsewhere during the time period under consideration.
A.
Natality
B.
Mortality
C.
Immigration
D.
Emigration
Ans:
Immigration
Explanation :
Migration is the movement of individuals of a species from one place to another. Emigration is migration seen as the exit of individuals from one region (to another where they will settle permanently or temporarily). Immigration is migration seen as the settling in one region (permanently or temporarily) of individuals coming from another region.
[24] scheme by the Central Government states that an insurance of 10 lakhs will cover each passenger traveling by Indian Rail while booking a ticket if an amount of 92 paise is paid.
A.
Gangajal Delivery Scheme
B.
Mission Bhagiratha In Telangana
C.
National Apprenticeship Promotion
D.
Railway Travel Insurance
Ans:
Railway Travel Insurance
Explanation :
An Optional Travel Insurance Scheme on a pilot basis for one year has been launched w.e.f 01.09.2016 for the Railway passengers who book e-ticket through official website of Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). It provide financial support to the family /legal heir in case of death/injury of reserved passengers due to train accident/ untoward incidents as defined under section 123 read with Sections 124 and 124A of the Railways Act, 1989.
[25] Who discovered electricity and invented the lightning rod and bifocals?
A.
Kirkpatrick Macmillan
B.
Benjamin Franklin
C.
William Henry Fox Talbot
D.
Sir Alexander Fleming
Ans:
Benjamin Franklin
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.
Explanation :
Migration is the movement of individuals of a species from one place to another. Emigration is migration seen as the exit of individuals from one region (to another where they will settle permanently or temporarily). Immigration is migration seen as the settling in one region (permanently or temporarily) of individuals coming from another region.
[24] scheme by the Central Government states that an insurance of 10 lakhs will cover each passenger traveling by Indian Rail while booking a ticket if an amount of 92 paise is paid.
A.
Gangajal Delivery Scheme
B.
Mission Bhagiratha In Telangana
C.
National Apprenticeship Promotion
D.
Railway Travel Insurance
Ans:
Railway Travel Insurance
Explanation :
An Optional Travel Insurance Scheme on a pilot basis for one year has been launched w.e.f 01.09.2016 for the Railway passengers who book e-ticket through official website of Indian Railway Catering & Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). It provide financial support to the family /legal heir in case of death/injury of reserved passengers due to train accident/ untoward incidents as defined under section 123 read with Sections 124 and 124A of the Railways Act, 1989.
[25] Who discovered electricity and invented the lightning rod and bifocals?
A.
Kirkpatrick Macmillan
B.
Benjamin Franklin
C.
William Henry Fox Talbot
D.
Sir Alexander Fleming
Ans:
Benjamin Franklin
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.
Explanation :
Among his many creations were the lightning rod, glass harmonica (a glass instrument, not to be confused with the metal harmonica), Franklin stove, bifocal glasses and the flexible urinary catheter. In 1752, he tied a key to a kite string and took it outside during a thunderstorm. His goal was to prove that lightning was a form of electricity.