General Awareness PYQs

In the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R).

Select the correct option from the following:

Assertion (A): People who used copper hoards in the upper Gangetic basin were nomadic hunters.

Reason (R): Copper hoards were often found with ochre-coloured pots and mud structures.

Instructions: For each question, read the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) carefully. Choose the correct option:

Assertion (A): BIMSTEC replaced SAARC as the primary South Asian economic cooperation platform.

Reason (R): SAARC failed due to lack of sectoral leadership among its members.

Which of the following best characterizes the structural focus areas of BRICS cooperation in recent years?

What is the primary goal of the Mahila Kisan Sashaktikaran Pariyojana (MKSP) under NRLM?

How does the Chabahar Port strategically assist India?

Which is the First country to introduce the idea of prioritizing happiness over economic growth?

What is the key focus of NRLM (National Rural Livelihood Mission)?

Which Indian festival is celebrated to mark the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile?

Who is the author of the internationally acclaimed book The God of Small Things?

The Gothic architectural style originated in which continent?

Name the location of the National Institute of Rehabilitation Training and Research (NIRTAR)?

When is a 'Vote on Account' necessary?

Name the situation when the central bank reduces interest rates to stimulate economic growth?

Which region of the world has the highest elderly dependency ratio?

Name the state known as the 'Oil Bowl of India' due to abundant crude oil production?

Alauddin Khilji's reign is marked by his successful defense against which foreign invader?

How many schedules are there in the Indian Constitution?

What is the primary function of the Inter-State Council?

The first Khelo India Youth Games were organized in which city?

"Raid" is a commonly used term in which Indian sport?