BEL First Grade College, Bangalore All Questions

Question : The tenure of debentures is determined by:

Option 1: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
  

Option 2: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
   

Option 3: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs

Option 4: The issuing company

Question : "India by the Nile",was a  cultural festival celebrated by India and _______________.

Option 1: Sudan

Option 2: Kampala

Option 3: Egypt

Option 4: Kenya

Question : How many countries share land boundaries with India?

Option 1: Seven

Option 2: Five

Option 3: Eight

Option 4: Six

Question : What is a primary source of firsthand accounts for the study of the partition of India?

Option 1: Archaeological artifacts

Option 2: Government archives

Option 3: Oral testimonies

Option 4: Historical novels

Question : Which of the following was a political fallout of the Green Revolution in India?

Option 1: Decline in the influence of regional parties

Option 2: Emergence of farmer's movements

Option 3: Strengthening of the central government

Option 4: Reduction in rural-urban migration

Question : Identify which of the following statements about agriculture in India are correct.
1. Rabi crops are sown in India from October to December and harvested from April to June.
2. Important crops grown during Rabi in India are paddy, maize, gram, soybean, and mustard.
3. Aus, Aman, and Boro are three crops of paddy in Assam, West Bengal, and Odisha.

Option 1: 1, 2 and 3

Option 2: 1 and 3 only

Option 3: 2 and 3 only

Option 4: 1 and 2 only

Question : When was the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana launched by the Government of India?

Option 1: 2018

Option 2: 2014

Option 3: 2016

Option 4: 2012

Question : At the 2023 Khelo India Youth Games, how many silver medals were won by Maharashtra?

Option 1: 50

Option 2: 55

Option 3: 56

Option 4: 60

Question : What was the primary challenge in resettling refugees after the partition of India?  
 

Option 1: Language barriers  
 

Option 2: Lack of employment opportunities  
 

Option 3: Religious conflicts  

Option 4: Housing shortages  

Question : Comprehension

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.

Unemployment is a major issue in India that (1)________millions of people across the country. Despite being one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, India has struggled to create (2)________jobs to keep up with its rapidly expanding population. The unemployment rate in India varies widely (3)________ different states and regions. Young people, in particular, face significant challenges in finding employment. Many are highly educated but lack the skills and experience needed to (4)________ in a highly competitive job market. There are many factors contributing to the high levels of unemployment in India. Some of these include a lack of investment in infrastructure, a mismatch between the skills of workers and the needs of employers, and a lack of access to finance for small and medium-sized businesses. The Indian government has launched several initiatives to address the issue of unemployment in the country. These include programs to support small businesses, increase investment in infrastructure and provide vocational training to young people. However, much more needs to be done to create sustainable, long-term employment opportunities for all Indians. Unemployment can have serious social and economic consequences, including poverty, crime and social (5)________.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

Option 1: expel

Option 2: exaggerate

Option 3: expand

Option 4: compete