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

Question : With which of the following nations did India ink a landmark "Defense Pact" in June 2020 to access each other's bases?

Option 1: Australia

Option 2: Israel

Option 3: Mongolia

Option 4: Taiwan

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. 1.

Option 1: compromises

Option 2: effects

Option 3: controls

Option 4: affects

Question : Mahatma Gandhi began his political activities in India first from :

Option 1: Dandi

Option 2: Kheda

Option 3: Sabarmati

Option 4: Champaran

Question : In 1996, a treaty regarding the sharing of the water of Ganga at Farakka was signed between India and ______.

Option 1: Pakistan

Option 2: Bangladesh

Option 3: China

Option 4: Nepal

Question : Which of the following is the most important raw material for the generation of power in India?

Option 1: Mineral Oil

Option 2: Natural Gas

Option 3: Uranium

Option 4: Coal

Question : What was a social consequence of the Green Revolution in India?

Option 1: Increased urbanization

Option 2: Reduced caste-based discrimination

Option 3: Widening economic disparities between regions

Option 4: Improved gender equality in rural areas

Question : M/s Hi-Tech India has assets of Rs. 5,00,000 whereas liabilities are: Partner; Capitals—Rs. 3,50,000, General Reserve—Rs. 60,000 and Sundry Creditors—Rs. 90,000. If the normal rate of return is 10% and the goodwill of the firm is valued at Rs. 90,000 at 2 years; purchase of super profit, the average profit of the firm will be 

Option 1: Rs.4,000

Option 2: Rs.41,000

Option 3: Rs.86,000

Option 4: None of these

Question : Statement 1: The Unemployment Insurance Scheme provides financial assistance to unemployed individuals in India.

Statement 2: The scheme is funded by contributions from both employers and employees.

Option 1: Both statements are true.

Option 2: Both statements are false.

Option 3: Statement 1 is true, statement 2 is false.

Option 4: Statement 1 is false, statement 2 is true.

Question : Women's movements in independent India have focused on:

Option 1: Promoting sports and athletics

Option 2: Encouraging female entrepreneurship

Option 3: Advocating for gender equality and women's rights

Option 4: Supporting political campaigns

Question : Even after opening up of indian economy, foreign companies found it extremely difficult to cut through the bureaucratic and red tapism in government offices. This discourages them from investing in India. 
Identify the dimension of environment mention in above para.

Option 1: Social environment

Option 2: Technological environement

Option 3: Political environment 

Option 4: All of the above