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

Correct Answer: India-40, Pakistan-64, China-77
 

Solution : Percentage of improved sanitation in different economies was
India-40, Pakistan-64, China-77.
Hence option D is correct.

Correct Answer: Both statements are true.

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

Statement 1: The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana provides loans to individuals, including self-employed individuals, for starting or expanding their own business. These loans are available to both unemployed and employed individuals.

Statement 2:

Correct Answer: Madhya Pradesh

Solution : The correct answer is Madhya Pradesh.

The Indira Sagar Dam is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. It is built on the Narmada River, one of the major rivers in central India. The dam serves various purposes, including irrigation, hydroelectric power

Correct Answer: Three 

Solution : Correct Answer is - Three 

Three types of emergencies are addressed in the Constitution of India - National Emergency, State Emergency, and Financial Emergency. Part XVIII of the Constitution contains national emergency in Article 352, state emergency in Article 356 and financial emergency in Article

Correct Answer: Haryana

Solution : The correct option is Haryana.

Among Indian states, Haryana records the lowest sex ratio at 877, while the union territory of Daman and Diu has the overall lowest sex ratio at 618.

Correct Answer: Reserve Bank of India

Solution : The correct option is the Reserve Bank of India.

The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) is regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Established in 1990, SIDBI serves as the principal financial institution for the promotion, financing and

Correct Answer:  The representation in Parliament

Solution : The electoral success of Dalit politics in India is often measured by the representation of Dalit leaders and parties in Parliament, as it reflects their ability to mobilize support and influence national politics.

Correct Answer: Greater emphasis on caste in electoral politics

Solution : The rise of OBC politics in North India has led to a greater emphasis on caste in electoral politics, with political parties often catering to specific caste groups to secure votes.

Correct Answer: Bihar

Solution : The correct option is Bihar.

According to the 2011 Census of India, the state with the lowest literacy rate in India was Bihar. Its literacy rate was only 47%.

The Census of India is a decennial (conducted every ten years) exercise that aims to collect

Correct Answer: 18 years

Solution : The correct answer is 18 years.

Though it is the right of every citizen, people below the age of 18 do not vote. They are not mature enough to choose their leaders. The right to vote is a legal right.