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Question : The displacement of people due to the construction of which dam led to a significant Development-Affected People's Movement in India?  
 

Option 1: Tehri Dam  
 

Option 2: Bhakra Nangal Dam  
 

Option 3: Sardar Sarovar Dam  

 

Option 4: Hirakud Dam  

Team Careers360 16th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Sardar Sarovar Dam  

 


Solution : The displacement of people due to the construction of the Sardar Sarovar Dam on the Narmada River led to a significant Development-Affected People's Movement, known as the Narmada Bachao Andolan.

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Question : There are certain words missing in the passage given below. The options given contain an answer that will fit in those given blanks. Choose the correct word to be used to make the sentence coherent and grammatically correct. 

In 1899 in Wyoming a fossilised skeleton was discovered from which Dippy was cast. It was 1)_____________ by one of the Scottish-American industrialist Andrew Carnegie for the  still under construction Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Pittsburgh, where it still stands .As per the Carnegie Museum website , “Museum director William J Holland organised the 2)________________ to the American west in 1899. After three months of rigrous search, one of the team member discovered a huge toe bone at Sheep’s Creek Wyoming. With further digging led to a huge, long neck dinosaur which was later identified as a sauropod.The news was spread quickly, and before he was even excavated, Dippy was a celebrity. Visitors thronged to the site in Wyoming, which was later dubbed “Camp Carnegie.” After the 3)________________ collection of Dippy’s bones, it was packed in the boxes and the bones were sent back to Pittsburgh in 130 crates.”

Dippy is considered to be one of the most famous single dinosaur skeleton in the world, Dippy has been a subject of several children’s books apart from a book 4)_______________ to the dinosaur, Dippy: The Tale of a Museum Icon. There are various products which celebrates the dinosaur — from mugs to T-shirts, caps to soft toys and also an ice flavour. Dippy has also 5)________________ in many films such as Paddington, Night at the Museum 3 and One of Our Dinosaurs is Missing.

Choose the correct word to be used in blank 2.

Option 1: dichotomy 

Option 2: expedition
 

Option 3: nonplus
 

Option 4: dishevelled

Team Careers360 18th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: expedition
 


Solution : The correct answer is expedition.

As per the Carnegie Museum website , “Museum director William J Holland organised the expedition to the American west in 1899.

Explanation:

Expedition is the only word that will fit the blank and make the sentence coherent.
It refers to a journey undertaken by a group of people for a specific purpose, such as exploration, research, or warfare.

Meaning of the rest of the words

Dichotomy — a difference between two opposite things.

Nonplus- a state of being surprised and perplexed.

Dishevelled- (of a person's hair, clothes, or appearance) untidy; disordered

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Question : Which of the following is a revenue receipts?
 

Option 1: Financial help from a multinational company for victims of flood affected.
 

Option 2: Loan take it from Japan for construction of Metro.
 

Option 3: Funds taken from public in the form of national savings certificates.
 

Option 4: Sale of 40% of shares of public sector undertakings.
 

Team Careers360 18th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Financial help from a multinational company for victims of flood affected.
 


Solution : Financial help from a multinational company for victims of flood affected is a revenue receipts as it neither creates liability nor reduces any assets of the government. Rest all three are capital receipt.
Hence Option A is correct.

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Question : Select the INCORRECT pair of a famous minaret and its construction year in India.

Option 1: Shaheed Minar – 1828 CE 

Option 2: Chand Minar – 1445 CE

Option 3: Charminar – 1664 CE

Option 4: Jhulta Minar – 1452 CE

Team Careers360 10th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Charminar – 1664 CE


Solution : The correct answer is Charminar – 1664 CE.

The Charminar, meaning "four minarets", stands as an iconic monument in Hyderabad, Telangana, India, constructed in 1591. Emblematic of the city, it is officially part of Telangana's emblem. With a history spanning over 425 years, the structure houses a mosque on its top floor. Beyond its historical and religious significance, Charminar is renowned for bustling local markets, making it a major tourist attraction. It also hosts various festivals, including Eid-ul-Adha and Eid al-Fitr, adjacent to the Makkah Masjid.

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Question : Which of the following is not a characteristic of National Highways in India?

Option 1: Meant for inter-state transport.

Option 2: Connect state capitals and major cities.

Option 3: Construction of border roads in high-altitude areas.

Option 4: Maintained by the Central Government.

Team Careers360 20th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Construction of border roads in high-altitude areas.


Solution : The correct answer is Construction of border roads in high-altitude areas.

National Highways in India are primarily meant for inter-state transport; they connect state capitals and major cities and are maintained by the Central Government. However, the construction of border roads in high-altitude areas, especially in remote and mountainous regions, is typically undertaken by specialized organizations like the Border Roads Organization (BRO) rather than being a primary function of National Highways.

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Question : Which of the following was a significant aspect of Chennai's expansion in the 18th and 19th centuries? 

Option 1: The development of the automobile industry  

 

Option 2: The establishment of the Madras Presidency  
 

Option 3: The growth of the IT sector  

 

Option 4: The construction of the Marina Beach 

Team Careers360 8th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: The establishment of the Madras Presidency  
 


Solution : The establishment of the Madras Presidency was a significant aspect of Chennai's expansion in the 18th and 19th centuries, as it became an administrative and cultural center.

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Question : Case Study: GHI Construction Company

GHI Construction Company is a well-known firm in the construction industry. They have been using traditional construction techniques but are now planning to adopt sustainable methods.

Question:

The importance of planning for GHI Construction Company lies in:

Option 1: Enhancing employee autonomy
   

Option 2: Limiting financial resources
   

Option 3: Facilitating decision-making process

 

Option 4: Ignoring external opportunities

Team Careers360 13th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Facilitating decision-making process

 


Solution : The correct answer is (c) Facilitating decision-making process

Facilitating decision-making process is the correct answer. Planning plays a crucial role in facilitating the decision-making process. It helps in assessing the current situation, setting goals, identifying resources needed, and outlining the steps to achieve sustainability objectives. It provides a roadmap for informed decision-making.

In summary, the importance of planning for GHI Construction Company in adopting sustainable construction methods lies in facilitating the decision-making process. Planning provides a structured approach to evaluate options, allocate resources, and make informed decisions to achieve the company's sustainability goals.

 

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