Current affairs and static general knowledge — history, geography, polity, economy, science, sports, awards, books, and important days as asked in the general awareness section.
In 1950-51, what percentage of GDP of India was contributed by the industrial sector?
22 percent
28 percent
13 percent
16 percent
Correct answer
22 percent
Which of the following pair of types of climate-area is NOT correct?
I. Semi-arid steppe climate - Punjab
II. Monsoon with dry summer - Coromandel coast of Tamil Nadu
Only I
Neither I nor II
Only II
Both I and II
Correct answer
Only I
Fundamental Duties have _______, social and economic significance.
ethical
historical
religious
political
Correct answer
ethical
The 'Surat split' took place in the _______ session of the Indian National Congress.
1907
1905
1906
1908
Correct answer
1907
Which level of the food chain includes Typha bulrushes, Sagittaria, Hydrilla, Rupia, Chara, occurring in concentric layers from the periphery to the deep regions?
Producers
Primary consumers
Secondary consumers
Decomposers
Correct answer
Producers
What is the minimum over rate in a Test match?
10 overs/h
15 overs/h
12 overs/h
13 overs/h
Correct answer
10 overs/h
Which of the following types of elements is included in the leftmost group of the periodic table?
Noble gases
Halogen
Non metal
Alkali metals
Correct answer
Noble gases
What is the correct formula of calcium hydroxide?
CaOH
Ca(OH)4
Ca(AIOH)4
Ca(OH)2
Correct answer
CaOH
Choose the correct pair of autobiography and related personality from the following.
The Taste of My Life: Sania Mirza
Moon Walk: Michael Jackson
Dreams From My Father : Vijay Kumar
Straight from the Heart : Barack Obama
Correct answer
The Taste of My Life: Sania Mirza
Which state in India ranks first in milk production as per data of 2020-21?
Gujarat
Andhra Pradesh
Rajasthan
Uttar Pradesh
Correct answer
Gujarat
Which extraordinary scholar and artist of the 17th century AD composed Bhaamaakalaapam, a dance drama based on Kuchipudi?
Sachindra Yogi
Shivendra Yogi
Siddhendra Yogi
Sidharth Yogi
Correct answer
Sachindra Yogi
What is the value of merchandise exports by India in September 2022?
18.23 Billion USD
108.59 Billion USD
35.45 Billion USD
61.16 Billion USD
Correct answer
18.23 Billion USD
Devka Beach, a beautiful expanse of black sand is located in ______.
Mumbai
Daman
Kochi
Vijayawada
Correct answer
Mumbai
_______ is a traditional tribal dance performed mainly by the women of Jharkhand during the cultivation season.
Vera Dance
Yakshagana
Verdigao Dance
Jhumur
Correct answer
Vera Dance
In the Delhi Sultanate, which of the following were known as Bandagan?
Special person appointed for religious conversion
Special Officer for Land Revenue Recovery
Specialized artisans employed in the royal kharkhanas
Special slaves bought for military service
Correct answer
Special person appointed for religious conversion
Which Article of the Constitution of India deals with the Conduct of Business of the Government of a State?
Article 165
Article 163
Article 166
Article 164
Correct answer
Article 165
According to the 2011 census, what is the difference in the male and female literacy rates in India?
14.96 percent
15.23 percent
17.98 percent
16.68 percent
Correct answer
14.96 percent
In India, the judicial system is largely autonomous. The Judiciary must use its powers under Articles 32 and _______ to protect the fundamental rights given in the Constitution of India.
11
12
13
10
Correct answer
11
In the Kandariya Mahadeva temple, _______ was the place of ritual worship, where only the king, his family members, and the priests gathered.
Garbhagriha
Mahamandap
Antarala
Amalaka
Correct answer
Garbhagriha
The first unified Asian Games were held in:
Manila
Tokyo
Jakarta
New Delhi
Correct answer
Manila
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