Pandit Panchaxara Gavaigalavar Arts College, Gadag All Questions

Correct Answer: Both statements are true.
 

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

Statement 1 accurately highlights that inadequate investment in the power sector has been a significant challenge in ensuring reliable and uninterrupted power supply in India. Insufficient investment can lead to inadequate infrastructure development,

Correct Answer: 200

Solution : The correct answer is 200.

India has approximately 200 non-major (minor) ports, contributing significantly to the country's maritime trade alongside its 13 major ports. These minor ports handle both coastal and fishing trade, playing a crucial role in regional economies and national development. The

Correct Answer: Thar Desert

Solution : The correct answer is Thar desert.

In India mushroom rocks are found in Thar desert region in Rajasthan. Mushroom rocks are Aeolian landform, i.e they are formed by the action of winds on the rocks. It is an erosional landform and also called as

Correct Answer: Discus throw

Solution : The correct answer is Discus throw.

Sandeep Kumari represents India in the discus throw. She was banned for four years by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) after failing a drug test. The National Dope Test Laboratory had failed to discover the prohibited substance

Correct Answer: They prompted reforms to prevent future revolts

Solution : Correct Option: 2
Explanation: British narratives of the Revolt of 1857, which emphasized the need for strong control, prompted reforms such as the Indian Councils Act and the Queen's Proclamation to prevent future revolts and address some Indian grievances.

Correct Answer: Recognize and secure the rights of forest-dwelling communities

Solution : The correct answer is (C) Recognize and secure the rights of forest-dwelling communities.

The Forest Rights Act, also known as the Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, was enacted in India in

Correct Answer: Overpopulation in urban areas

Solution : The correct answer is (d) Overpopulation in urban areas

While overpopulation in urban areas can pose challenges in terms of urban infrastructure and resource management, it is not directly related to rural development. Rural development primarily focuses on addressing challenges specific to

Correct Answer: Rourkela Steel Plant

Solution : The correct option is Rourkela Steel Plant.

Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) is India's first public-sector integrated steel plant. In the 1960s, it was built with German assistance and had a capacity of one million metric tonnes. The Steel Authority of India operates it.

Correct Answer: Bangladesh

Solution : The correct answer is Bangladesh.

India's land border is about 15,200 km. The neighbouring countries of India, in decreasing order of border length, are Bangladesh > China > Pakistan > Nepal > Myanmar > Bhutan >Afghanistan. India's neighbouring island countries are the Sri Lanka and

Correct Answer: The need for developed countries to take greater responsibility for environmental protection
 

Solution : In global environmental debates, India emphasizes the need for developed countries to take greater responsibility for environmental protection, advocating for the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities based on historical emissions and current capabilities.