Current affairs and static general knowledge — history, geography, polity, economy, science, sports, awards, books, and important days as asked in the general awareness section.
What is the name of the layer of the Earth's atmosphere where weather phenomena occur?
Stratosphere
Mesosphere
Troposphere
Thermosphere
Correct answer
Stratosphere
Under the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, which of the following statements is TRUE?
Oral evidence holds greater importance than documentary evidence.
Digital records require supplementary paper documentation.
Electronic evidence is treated as equal to documentary evidence.
Hearsay evidence is always admissible.
Correct answer
Oral evidence holds greater importance than documentary evidence.
What is the main objective of the 'Amrit Dharohar' scheme launched in 2023?
River conservation
Wetland ecosystem protection
Wildlife protection
Air pollution control
Correct answer
River conservation
Which mission by ISRO aims to explore Venus and study its atmosphere?
Shukrayaan-1
Mangalyaan-2
Gaganyaan
Chandrayaan-4
Correct answer
Shukrayaan-1
Which of the following statements is correct about the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP)?
It aims to eliminate tuberculosis in India by the year 2030
The NTEP reported fewer TB cases in 2024 than in 2023 due to reduced screening.
India has developed its first state-wise TB burden estimation model under NTEP.
It focuses solely on vaccination to prevent TB in newborns
Correct answer
It aims to eliminate tuberculosis in India by the year 2030
Which Indian mission focuses on generating clean energy from hydrogen fuel?
National Solar Mission
National Green Hydrogen Mission
National Green Energy Project
National Wind Energy Mission
Correct answer
National Solar Mission
What does GDP stand for in economics?
Gross Domestic Product
Government Domestic Plan
General Development Plan
Gross Demand Process
Correct answer
Gross Domestic Product
Fill in the blank:
AQI values above ______ indicate unhealthy air quality for sensitive groups.
100
50
75
25
Correct answer
100
Which two tectonic plates are responsible for the formation of the Himalayas due to their collision?
Indian & Eurasian
Indian & African
Eurasian & Australian
Pacific & Eurasian
Correct answer
Indian & Eurasian
Which state in India has the highest literacy rate according to the provided data in the Census 2011?
Mizoram
Rajasthan
Arunachal Pradesh
Bihar
Correct answer
Mizoram
Which state in India has the highest sex ratio according to the 2011 Census?
Tamil Nadu
Himachal Pradesh
Rajasthan
Kerala
Correct answer
Tamil Nadu
Which act introduced separate electorates for Hindus and Muslims in British India?
Indian Councils Act 1892
Government of India Act 1935
Morley-Minto Reforms 1909
Montagu-Chelmsford Reforms 1919
Correct answer
Indian Councils Act 1892
Which act made the 'Governor-General of Bengal' as the 'Governor-General of India?
Charter Act of 1813
Charter Act of 1833
Charter Act of 1853
Indian Council Act of 1861
Correct answer
Charter Act of 1813
Which of the following is a Sushira Vadya used in Indian classical music?
Sitar
Flute
Tabla
Veena
Correct answer
Sitar
The book "Wings of Fire" is an autobiography of?
Vikram Seth
Abdul Kalam
R.K. Laxman
C.V. Raman
Correct answer
Vikram Seth
Who wrote the book "Train to Pakistan", based on the partition of India?
Mulk Raj Anand
Khushwant Singh
Ruskin Bond
Amitav Ghosh
Correct answer
Mulk Raj Anand
The Mathura School of Art flourished during which period?
Maurya
Gupta
Kushan
Chola
Correct answer
Maurya
Which ruler greatly supported Gandhara art?
Ashoka
Kanishka
Samudragupta
Harsha
Correct answer
Ashoka
Which sport contributed the most gold medals to India in the Olympics?
Hockey
Badminton
Boxing
Shooting
Correct answer
Hockey
Which program was launched to make India a global leader in digital technology?
Make in India
Digital India
Skill India
Startup India
Correct answer
Make in India
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