BEL First Grade College, Bangalore All Questions

Correct Answer: Second Five-year Plan

Solution : The correct answer is the Second Five-year Plan.

During the Second Five-Year Plan (1956-1961), India, under the influence of the Harrod-Domar Growth Model and Prof. P. C. Mahalanobis' sectoral models, emphasized rapid industrialization, particularly in heavy and basic industries. This phase, known

Correct Answer: Low cost per tonne-kilometer

Solution : A key advantage of using rail transport for long-distance freight in India is its low cost per tonne-kilometer, making it an economical choice for bulk goods.

Correct Answer: 1948

Solution : The correct answer is 1948.

In 1948, the first Industrial policy based on the mixed economy principle was announced in India. The policy demarcated the areas of operation of the public and private sectors in the country. This policy was presented in the Parliament by

Correct Answer: To double the exports of manufacturing goods by 2022.

Solution : The answer is To double the exports of manufacturing goods by 2022.

On November 4, 2011, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry's Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) notified the National Manufacturing Policy (NMP). The

Correct Answer: 20%
 

Solution : Large deposits of iron ore, coal and natural gas are found in the country. India alone accounts for nearly 20% of the total iron ore reserves of the world.
Hence Option C is correct.

Correct Answer: 24th parallel

Solution : The correct answer is the 24th parallel.

The 24th parallel line separates India and Pakistan. It is also called Sir Creek and is situated in the Rann of Kutch, Gujarat. Although India does not observe this boundary, Sir Creek is a 96-kilometre stretch of

Correct Answer: Vice-President 

Solution : Correct Answer is Vice President

The Electoral College, comprised of Rajya Sabha members, appoints the Vice President. The vice president is also the Rajya Sabha's ex-official chairman.Aside from the Vice President, The President of India appoints all other possibilities mentioned, such as the CJI, Chief

Correct Answer: Alluvial soil

Solution : The correct option is Alluvial soil.

The Northern Plain in India is primarily composed of alluvial soil. This fertile soil is deposited by rivers like the Ganges and Yamuna, making it suitable for agriculture. Alluvial soil is well-drained, rich in minerals and supports

Correct Answer: Both statements are true.
 

Solution : The correct answer is (a) Both statements are true.

Statement 1 is accurate. Successful entrepreneurs can indeed create wealth for themselves and, through their business activities, contribute to the economic development of the nation by generating employment, promoting innovation, and contributing to

Correct Answer: Godavari

Solution : The correct option is Godavari.

The Godavari River is a major river in India that drains into the Bay of Bengal. The Godavari flows through the states of Maharashtra, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, and Andhra Pradesh before ultimately discharging into the Bay of Bengal. Like the Ganges,