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

Correct Answer: Linguistic nationalism  

Solution : A major cause of political conflicts over language in India was linguistic nationalism, as different linguistic groups sought recognition and promotion of their languages.

Correct Answer: Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala

Solution : The correct options is Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.

Carnatic music is a piece of classical music primarily associated with the states of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. The music has a rich history and

Correct Answer: Close connection with nature

Solution : Correct Option: Option 3
Explanation: Tribal communities in India are often characterized by their close connection with nature, relying on forests and natural resources for their livelihoods and cultural practices.

Correct Answer: Chandigarh

Solution : The correct answer is Chandigarh.

Chandigarh was planned and designed by the renowned French architect Le Corbusier. It was also the dream city of former Indian Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru. It is a Union territory and shared capital of Punjab and Haryana. Some notable

Correct Answer: Kerala

Solution : The correct answer is Kerala.

In the 2011 Census, Kerala emerged with the highest literacy rate at 94%, setting the benchmark. Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh and Delhi also surpassed the national average, yet a noteworthy trend was the prevalence of higher male literacy across all

Correct Answer: Lord Cornwallis

Solution : The correct answer is Lord Cornwallis.

The policy was introduced by Lord Cornwallis, the Governor-General of India, from 1786 to 1793. The primary purpose of the Permanent Settlement was to establish a fixed and unchanging land revenue demand, or "rent," between the British

Correct Answer: Goddess Parvati

Solution : The correct option is Goddess Parvati.

The Gangaur festival, primarily celebrated in Rajasthan and some parts of central and western India, is dedicated to Goddess Gauri. Gauri is considered a manifestation of Goddess Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva, in Hindu mythology.

Correct Answer: 2012

Solution : The correct answer is 2012.

The World Health Organisation states that one of the most common interventions to avoid anaemia is to take weekly Iron-Folic acid supplements or WIFS. The Weekly Iron and Folic Acid Supplementation (WIFS) initiative was introduced by India's Ministry of

Correct Answer: Yes

Solution : The correct answer is Yes.

Article 111 of the Indian Constitution specifies the veto powers of the President. The President has three veto powers, i.e., absolute, suspension and pocket veto. Before a bill can become law, it must first be introduced in the parliament and

Correct Answer:

Solution : Chennai is a city in India. India is a country in Asia. Therefore, the circle of Chennai is completely inside the circle of India and the circle of India is completely inside the circle of Asia. 
The Venn diagram is as follows –

Hence, the first