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Question : When was the Indian Meteorological Department which collects data on temperature, rainfall, wind, etc., and makes weather forecasts, established by the Government of India?
Option 1: 1879
Option 2: 1876
Option 3: 1875
Option 4: 1873
Correct Answer: 1875
Solution : The correct answer is 1875.
The Indian Meteorological Department was established in 1875, with its headquarters at Calcutta. The headquarters was shifted to Shimla in 1905, to Pune in 1928, and then to Delhi in 1944. IMD has expanded its infrastructure for meteorological observations,
Question : Comprehension: In the following passage, some of the words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.
Although the (1)______in the Supreme Court arise out of the judgements or orders made by the Subordinate Courts including the High Courts, but of late the Supreme Court has started entertaining (2)______in which interest of the public at large is involved, and the Court can be moved by any (3)_______or group of persons either by filing a Writ Petition at the Filing Counter of the Court or by (4)________a letter to Hon'ble the Chief Justice of India highlighting the question of public importance for (5)_______this jurisdiction. Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 3.
Option 1: personnel
Option 2: species
Option 3: individual
Option 4: fauna
Correct Answer: individual
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
In this context, the term individual fits well. It means that an individual person can initiate a legal action by filing a writ petition or by sending a letter to the Chief Justice of India.
"Individual" here refers
Question : Which of the following best describes the role of India in the United Nations during Nehru's era?
Option 1: Permanent member of the Security Council
Option 2: Leader in peacekeeping operations
Option 3: Advocate for decolonization and disarmament
Option 4: Main contributor to the UN budget
Correct Answer: Advocate for decolonization and disarmament
Solution : Correct Option: 3 Explanation: During Nehru's era, India played a significant role in the United Nations as an advocate for decolonization and disarmament. India actively participated in discussions and initiatives related to ending colonialism and promoting global peace.
Question : The natural vegetation of India is broadly divided into ___________ groups.
Option 1: 6
Option 2: 5
Option 3: 9
Option 4: 7
Correct Answer: 5
Solution : The correct option is 5.
The natural vegetation of India is broadly divided into five groups. These are:
Question : With which country, India has the longest international boundary ?
Option 1: Nepal
Option 2: Pakistan
Option 3: China
Option 4: Bangladesh
Correct Answer: Bangladesh
Solution : The correct answer is Bangladesh.
India shares its longest International boundary with Bangladesh and it is the fifth longest border in the world. It is of length 4096 km. In terms of length of international border with India- Bangladesh is followed by China, Pakistan, Nepal
Question : As per the Constitution of India, the President of India shall hold office for a term of ___ from the date on which he enters his office.
Option 1: four years
Option 2: six years
Option 3: three years
Option 4: five years
Correct Answer: five years
Solution : The correct answer is five years.
The Indian President is appointed to a five-year term that begins on the day of his inauguration, according to Article 56 of the Constitution. He can submit his resignation in writing to the Vice president of India
Question : As per Census 2011, what is the Total Fertility Rate in India? (provide an approximate range)
Option 1: 3.1-3.9
Option 2: 2.1-2.9
Option 3: 4.1-4.9
Option 4: 5.1-5.9
Correct Answer: 2.1-2.9
Solution : The correct answer is 2.1-2.9.
The Total Fertility Rate (TFR) is a measure that indicates the total number of children a woman is expected to have during her lifetime based on the prevailing age-specific fertility rates in the population. According to the 2011 Census
Question : Nowruz is celebrated by which of the following communities in India?
Option 1: Buddhist
Option 2: Jain
Option 3: Sikh
Option 4: Parsi
Correct Answer: Parsi
Solution : The correct option is Parsi.
The Parsi community in India celebrates Nowruz. The Parsis are followers of Zoroastrianism, one of the world's oldest monotheistic religions. Nowruz holds significant cultural and religious importance for Zoroastrians, and it marks the beginning of the Zoroastrian calendar year.
Question : In which year was the Special Marriage Act passed in India?
Option 1: 1958
Option 2: 1954
Option 3: 1962
Option 4: 1950
Correct Answer: 1954
Solution : The correct answer is 1954.
The Special Marriage Act of 1954, enacted by the Parliament of India, facilitates civil or "registered" marriages for individuals in India and Indian nationals residing abroad without regard to their religion or faith. This legal framework ensures that the
Question : Statement 1: External sector reforms in India aimed to attract foreign direct investment (FDI).
Statement 2: External sector reforms focused on imposing stricter trade barriers.
Option 1: Both statements are true.
Option 2: Both statements are false.
Option 3: Statement 1 is true, and statement 2 is false.
Option 4: Statement 1 is false, and statement 2 is true.
Correct Answer: Statement 1 is true, and statement 2 is false.
Solution : The correct answer is (c) Statement 1 is true, and statement 2 is false.
Statement 1 is true. The external sector reforms introduced in the 1991 economic policy aimed to attract foreign investment and promote economic growth.
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