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

Correct Answer: Champaran

Solution : The correct answer is Champaran.

Gandhi ji returned from South Africa in January 1915. After that Champaran Satyagraha in 1916 was the first major event in India led by Gandhiji. He was invited there by Rajkumar Shukla and Sant Raut. In Champaran Satyagrah he raised

Correct Answer: Bangladesh

Solution : The correct answer is Bangladesh.

In 1996, a treaty regarding the sharing of the water of the Ganga at Farakka was signed between India and Bangladesh. It was signed between then-Indian Prime Minister H. D. Deve Gowda and Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Correct Answer: Coal

Solution : The correct answer is Coal.

In India, 73% of the total power production is through coal-based thermal power plants. However, it is estimated to decrease to 45% by 2030 in adherence to the renewable energy targets of India and net zero by 2070. Renewable

Correct Answer: Widening economic disparities between regions

Solution : A social consequence of the Green Revolution in India was the widening economic disparities between regions, as the benefits were not evenly distributed across all agricultural areas.

Correct Answer: Rs.86,000

Solution : Answer = 86000 

Goodwill = Super Profit × Number of Years' Purchase

Rs. 90,000 = Super Profit × 2

Super Profit = = Rs. 45,000

Capital Employed = Assets - Outside Liabilities (Creditors)

= Rs. 5,00,000 - Rs. 90,000 = Rs. 4,10,000

Or

= Partners

Correct Answer: Statement 1 is true, statement 2 is false.

Solution : The correct answer is (c). Statement 1 is true, but statement 2 is false.

The Unemployment Insurance Scheme (UIS) is a government-run program that provides financial assistance to unemployed individuals in India. The UIS is funded by the

Correct Answer: Advocating for gender equality and women's rights

Solution : Women's movements in independent India have primarily focused on advocating for gender equality and women's rights, addressing issues such as domestic violence, workplace discrimination, and legal reforms.

Correct Answer: Political environment 

Solution : Political environment constitutes all the factor related to governmnet affairs such as type of government in power, attitude of government towards different groups of societies, policy changes implemented by different government etc. Present political system & profile of political leaders. In the above case,

Correct Answer: North-Eastern

Solution : The correct answer is North-Eastern.

The North Eastern Railway, headquartered in Gorakhpur, operates with divisions in Varanasi, Lucknow, and Izatnagar. Prioritising passenger services, it offers dependable transportation in Uttar Pradesh, Uttaranchal, and Western Bihar. The railway plays a vital role in the socio-economic and

Correct Answer: 1972

Solution : The correct answer is 1972.

In 1972, the Indian government launched a comprehensive family planning project. India was the first country in the world to launch a nationwide family planning initiative in 1952. Over time, the plan has changed in both policy and practical