Current affairs and static general knowledge — history, geography, polity, economy, science, sports, awards, books, and important days as asked in the general awareness section.
‘Bhavai’ is the traditional theatre form of which Indian state?
Gujarat
Nagaland
Tamil Nadu
Karnataka
Correct answer
Gujarat
As per the Union Budget 2022-23, how many new jobs are to be created under the productivity linked incentive scheme in 14 sectors?
60 lakhs
80 lakhs
40 lakhs
20 lakhs
Correct answer
60 lakhs
Manuscripts were usually written on ___________.
marbles
palm leaf
tulsi leaves
iron
Correct answer
marbles
Gatka, a traditional fighting style of the Nihang Sikh warriors, used both for self-defence as well as a sport, has originated from which of the following states of India?
Gujarat
Rajasthan
Bihar
Punjab
Correct answer
Gujarat
Which of the following trees is found in mountain forests?
Rosewood
Ebony
Teak
Cedar
Correct answer
Rosewood
‘Total Recall : My Unbelievably True Life Story’ is an autobiography of:
Chris Gayle
Eddie Huang
IK Gujral
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Correct answer
Chris Gayle
Where are villi present in the human alimentary canal?
Pancreas
Oesophagus
Stomach
Small intestine
Correct answer
Pancreas
Rajaraja I, the most powerful Chola ruler, became king in ______ C.E.
985
970
977
995
Correct answer
985
Guru Bipin Singh was known for which classical dance form?
Manipuri
Kathak
Bihu
Kathakali
Correct answer
Manipuri
The premier iron ore exporting port of India is situated in ______.
Uttar Pradesh
Goa
Maharashtra
Gujarat
Correct answer
Uttar Pradesh
Article 43B was inserted as a _______ in the Constitution of India.
Constitutional body
Fundamental duty
Directive principle of state policy
Fundamental right
Correct answer
Constitutional body
The Constitution of India states that 'no person shall be eligible for election as President of India unless he has completed the age of ______ years’.
twenty-five
forty
thirty-five
forty-five
Correct answer
twenty-five
If a batsman hits a ball twice other than for the purpose of protecting his wicket or with consent from the opposition then:
the batsman is given a warning
the ball is declared dead
he is out
a bye of five runs is declared
Correct answer
the batsman is given a warning
The Tendulkar Committee Report (2011-2012) was based on ________.
population growth
commerce
poverty
unemployment
Correct answer
population growth
Which of the following pairs of name of battle and year is/are correctly matched?
I. Battle of Buxar – 1764
II. Battle of Plassey – 1757
Only I
Both I and II
Only II
Neither I nor II
Correct answer
Only I
Who is the author of the book ‘The Great Indian Novel’?
Arun Shourie
Shashi Tharoor
Kiran Bedi
K Natwar Singh
Correct answer
Arun Shourie
What is the chemical name of battery acid?
Sulfuric acid
Barium sulphate
Hypochlorous acid
Boric acid
Correct answer
Sulfuric acid
Who took oath as Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh for the second consecutive term in March 2022?
Harish Rawat
Yogi Adityanath
Akhilesh Yadav
Mohan Prakash
Correct answer
Harish Rawat
Harishena was a court poet of ______.
Bindusara
Samudragupta
Bimbisara
Ashoka
Correct answer
Bindusara
Which of the following separates Little Andaman from South Andaman of India?
Amindivi Islands
Duncan passage
Reunion Hotspot
Minicoy island
Correct answer
Amindivi Islands
Solving previous year questions by topic helps identify recurring concepts, question patterns, and frequently asked sub-topics. Attempt each question, review the step-by-step explanation, and note down key formulas or facts for quick revision before the exam.