Directorate of Distance Education, Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata All Questions

Correct Answer: Atal Bihari Vajpayee

Solution : The correct option is Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

For multiple terms, Atal Bihari Vajpayee led India as Prime Minister. He served as India's Prime Minister three times.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee's Prime Ministerial Career

• First term: May 16, 1996- May 31, 1996
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Correct Answer: Political mobilization on religious lines

Solution : Communalism in India often manifests as political mobilization on religious lines, where political parties or groups use religious identity to garner support and votes.

Correct Answer: Lord Macaulay

Solution : The correct answer is Lord Macaulay.

English as the official language of India for higher education was incorporated in the resolution formulation by Lord Macaulay. Lord Macaulay's "Minute on Education" in 1835 played a significant role in promoting the use of English as the

Correct Answer:  Regionalism

Solution : Regional disparities in terms of economic development, infrastructure, and opportunities can contribute to regionalism, as people in less developed regions may seek greater recognition and autonomy.

Correct Answer: Extradition

Solution : The correct answer is Extradition.

The subject of Extradition is in the Union List of the Constitution of India. This means that the Parliament of India has exclusive power to legislate on matters related to the extradition of foreign nationals accused or convicted of crimes.

Correct Answer: Mangrove Forests

Solution : The correct option is Mangrove Forests.

The Sundari trees (Heritiera spp.), known for providing durable and hard timber, are primarily found in the Sundarbans mangrove forest area in India. The Sundarbans is a vast delta region in the southern part of the state of

Correct Answer: Eastern Railway

Solution : The correct option is Eastern Railway.

These are the cities located in the state of West Bengal. It covers parts of the eastern and northeastern regions of India. Howrah Division is the busiest and oldest railway division.

Correct Answer: Protecting the interests of investors
 

Solution : The correct answer is (b) Protecting the interests of investors

One of the functions of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) is to protect the interests of investors. SEBI plays a crucial role in safeguarding investor interests by regulating

Correct Answer: north

Solution : The correct answer is north.

Nepal, a neighbouring country of India, is located to the north of India. The northern boundary of India is defined by the mighty Himalayan mountain range, which also acts as the southern boundary of Nepal. The Himalayas serve as

Correct Answer: north-western

Solution : The correct option is north-western.

The withdrawal of monsoons begins in north-western states. It starts in early September and ceases completely by mid-October. Monsoon withdrew completely by early December from the entire country. In India, a retreating monsoon refers to when the wind direction