Pandit Panchaxara Gavaigalavar Arts College, Gadag All Questions

Question : How did political changes in the 19th century affect rural society in India?

Option 1: Emergence of democratic institutions
 

Option 2: Strengthening of traditional monarchies
 

Option 3: Expansion of British colonial rule

Option 4: Rise of local self-governance

Question : The first attempt to introduce a representative and popular element in the governance of India was made through :

Option 1: Indian Council Act , 1861

Option 2: Indian Council Act , 1892

Option 3: Indian Council Act , 1909

Option 4: Government of India Act , 1919

Question : It is an instrument of short term borrowings issued by Reserve Bank of India on behalf of Indian government. Which money market instrument is highlighted in the given statement?
 

Option 1: Treasury bill

Option 2: Commercial paper

Option 3: Call money

Option 4: Commercial bill

Question : Which part of the Constitution of India incorporates the Directive Principles of State Policy?

Option 1: Part IV

Option 2: Part V

Option 3: Part VI

Option 4: Part III

Question : According to the Constitution of India, the executive power of the state shall be vested in the ______.

Option 1: President of India

Option 2: Governor of the state

Option 3: Chief Minister of the state

Option 4: Advocate-General of the state

Question :  Which of the following is an example of a non-electoral Dalit movement in India?

Option 1: Bahujan Samaj Party's electoral campaigns

Option 2: Dalit Panther Movement

Option 3: Reservation in educational institutions

Option 4:  Election of Dalit presidents

Question : How many silver medals won by India in Commonwealth Games 2022?

Option 1: 20

Option 2: 16

Option 3: 18

Option 4: 14

Question : Which article of the Constitution of India deals with the sessions of the Parliament?

Option 1: Article 85

Option 2: Article 89

Option 3: Article 90

Option 4: Article 101

Question :

Complete the following paragraph

The culture of India is the oldest culture of the world around 5,000 years. Indian culture is considered as the first and supreme culture of the world. There is a common saying about India that “Unity in Diversity” means India is a diverse country where people of many religions live together peacefully with their own separate cultures. __________________________________________________

Option 1:

Many cultures have been initiated in India

Option 2: People of various religions differ in their language, food tradition, rituals, etc however they live with unity

Option 3: Many cultures have been originated from India

Option 4: In India, many cultures have relived despite diversity

Option 5:

India is a land of various cultures

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. 3.

Option 1: from

Option 2: between

Option 3: across

Option 4: amongst