1) Which of the following statement / s is / are correct?
1) GoI launched the ‘.in’ domain in Devanagari script.
2) It covers 22 languages mentioned in the Constitution of India.
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
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ANSWER: None of the above
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GoI launched the ‘.bharat’ domain in Devanagari script covering 8 languages including Hindi, Konkani and Marathi.
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2) The overall scope of Digital India is on being transformative, that is to realize IT + IT = IT. Here the three IT’s respectively stand for
a. Indian Talent, Information Technology, India Together
b. Indian Talent, Information Technology, India Tomorrow
c. Indian Talent, Indian Technique, India Tomorrow
d. Indian Technique, Information Technology, India Tomorrow
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ANSWER: Indian Talent, Information Technology, India Tomorrow
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Digital India is like an Umbrella programme covering many departments, preparing India for a knowledge future. Many existing schemes will be implemented in a synchronized manner under this.
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3) Swachh Bharat Mission is to be implemented at the National Level by
a. Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation
b. Ministry of Panchayati raj
c. Jointly by Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Ministry of Rural Development and Ministry of Urban Development
d. Jointly by Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Ministry of Rural Development and Ministry of Urban Development
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ANSWER: Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation
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It is solely implemented by Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation, however convergence with other departments, ministries and schemes is seen at national, state and district levels.
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4) Which of the following statement / s is / are correct?
1) An action Plan is drawn up for Swachh Bharat Mission to become
reality by 2019, 125th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
2) The action plan calls for an Open Defecation Free (ODF) India in 3 years time.
3) Priority is being given to build toilets for boys and girls in all schools of the country and this is envisaged to be completed in one year.
a. Only 1
b. Only 1 and 2
c. Only 3
d. None of the above
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ANSWER: Only 3
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Swachh Bharat is to be a reality by 2019, which is 150th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. ODF target is in 5 years.
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5) In Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana, a MP takes up a village for development. In this scheme, what award categories have been decided?
1) Best Adarsh Grams.
2) Best District Collectors
3) Best MPs
4) Best Practices
a. Only 1 and 3
b. Only 1, 2 and 4
c. Only 1, 3 and 4
d. All of the above
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ANSWER: Only 1, 2 and 4
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The four award categories are – Best Adarsh Grams, Best District Collectors, Best Practices, and Best Charge Officers.
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6) Which of the following statement / s is / are correct with regards to Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana?
1) A Lok Sabha MP has to choose a Gram Panchyat, which does not belong to his/her constituency.
2) A Rajya Sabha MP has to choose a Gram Panchayat from the state, other than from which he/she is elected.
3) Nominated MPs may choose Gram Panchayat from the rural area of any district in the country.
4) Primarily, the goal is to develop five Adarsh Grams by March 2019, of which one would be achieved by 2016.
a. Only 3
b. Only 1, 2 and 3
c. Only 3 and 4
d. All of the Above
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ANSWER: Only 3 and 4
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A Lok Sabha MP has to choose a Gram Panchyat, which belongs to his/her constituency. A Rajya Sabha MP has to choose a Gram Panchayat from the state from which he/she is elected. Primarily, the goal is to develop 3 Adarsh Grams by March 2019, of which one would be achieved by 2016. Pm has adopted Jayapur village from Varanasi. Sachin Tendulkar adopted Puttamraju vari Kandriga (P.R.Kandriga), a village near Gudur in Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh. Sachin is nominated to the Rajya Sabha.
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7) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) consists of following six pillars. Which of the following are to be completed in first phase (15th August, 2014 - 15th August, 2015) i.e. one year?
1) Universal Access to banking facilities
2) Financial Literacy programme
3) Providing Basic banking accounts with overdraft facility, RuPay debit card with inbuilt insurance.
4) Micro Insurance
5) Unorganized sector pension schemes like Swavlambam
6) Creation of Credit Guarantee Fund for coverage of defaults in overdraft accounts.
a. 1, 2 and 3
b. 1, 2, 3 and 4
c. 1, 3 and 4
d. 3, 4 and 5
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ANSWER: 1, 2 and 3
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Phase 1 includes implementing 1, 2 and 3. Phase 2 (15th August 2015 to 15th August 2018) includes implementing 4, 5 and 6. It is a National Mission for Financial Inclusion.
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8) Which of the following statement / s is / are correct with regard to Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Shramev Jayate Karyakaram?
1) It aims both at creating conducive environment for industrial development and also expanding government support to impart skill training to workers.
2) It is implemented jointly by Ministry of Human Resource Development and Ministry of Labour and Employment.
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
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ANSWER: Only 1
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It is implemented by Ministry of Labour and Employment only with five schemes under it.
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9) Five schemes have been launched under Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Shramev Jayate Karyakaram. Which of the following come under those?
1) Revamped Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana.
2) Apprentice Protsahan Yojana
3) Universal Account Number Scheme
4) Random Inspection Scheme
a. Only 1 and 2
b. 2, 3 and 4
c. 1, 3 and 4
d. All of the above
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ANSWER: All of the above
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The five schemes are - Revamped Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana, Apprentice Protsahan Yojana, Universal Account Number Scheme, Random Inspection Scheme and Shram Suvidha Portal.
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10) Which of the following statement / s is / are correct with regard to ‘Make in India’ initiative?
1) It promotes Green and Advanced manufacturing.
2) A body, namely the ‘Invest India’, has been created to act as the first reference point for guiding foreign investors on all aspects of regulatory and policy issues and to assist them in obtaining clearances.
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
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ANSWER: Both 1 and 2
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It is implemented by Department of industrial Policy and Promotion in Ministry of Commerce and Industry. E-Biz portal would provide a 24x7; online, real-time platform for all central regulatory clearances. In partnership with State governments, State Level Clearances would also be brought on this portal.
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11) ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ Initiative focuses on
1) Ensure girls are educated
2) Improve imbalance in sex ratio
3) Gender Budgeting
4) Gender Mainstreaming
a. Only 1 and 2
b. Only 1, 2 and 4
c. Only 1, 2 and 3
d. All of the above
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ANSWER: Only 1, 2 and 4
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The school curriculum will have a separate chapter on gender mainstreaming to sensitize students, teachers and community at large to be more sensitive to the needs of the girl child and women.
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12) Which of the following are among the 9 pillars of the Digital India Program?
1) Broadband Highways
2) e-Governance
3) IT sector Jobs
4) Early Harvest Programmes
a. Only 1, 2 and 3
b. Only 2 and 3
c. Only 4
d. All of the above
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ANSWER: All of the above
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The nine pillars are Broadband Highways, Universal Access to Mobile Connectivity, Public Internet Access Programme, e-Governance – Reforming Government through Technology, e-Kranti (NeGP 2.0) – Electronic delivery of services, Information for All, Electronics Manufacturing – Target NET ZERO Imports, IT for Jobs, Early Harvest Programmes.
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13) A Unified Portal for Labor Law compliance has been launched. Its named as
a. Bharat Rozgar
b. Shramev Jayate
c. Shram Suvidha
d. India Labor
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ANSWER: Shram Suvidha
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Under the portal the government would allot Labour Identification Number (LIN) and allow the firms to file online compliance for 16 out of 44 labor laws by introducing just a single online form. The LIN web portal will operate through unique LIN or Shram Pehchan Sankhya for each employer and will provide for e-filing of annual returns by employers.
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14) The duration of national anthem is approximately
a. 50 seconds
b. 52 seconds
c. 54 seconds
d. 58 seconds
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ANSWER: 52 seconds
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A shorter version plays for approximately 20 seconds comprising of the first and last lines of the stanza.
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15) Which of the following are true regarding India’s National Song?
1) It was composed by Bankimchandra Chatterji in Sanskrit.
2) It was first sung on 27th December, 1911 at the Kolkata Session of Indian National Congress.
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
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ANSWER: Only 1
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It was first sung at the 1896 session of INC. Jana gana mana (National Anthem) was first sung on 27th December, 1911 at the Kolkata Session of Indian National Congress.
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16) Which of the following are correctly matched?
1) National Flag -------------------------- 22nd July, 1947
2) State Emblem ------------------------- 26th January, 1950
3) National Anthem ---------------------- 26th January, 1950
a. Only 1
b. Only 1 and 2
c. Only 2 and 3
d. All of the above
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17) Which of the following statement / s is / are correct?
1) The state emblem, adopted from Sarnath Lion Capitol of Ashoka, has only three lions visible.
2) It consists of a wheel at the centre of the abacus, a bull, a horse, bell-shaped lotus and inscription ‘Satyameva Jayate’ from Mundaka Upanishad.
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
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18) Display, insults, etc. of the National Flag is governed by the provisions of
1) Flag Code of India, 2002.
2) Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971.
3) Emblems and Names Act, 1950.
a. Only 1
b. Only 1 and 2
c. Only 2
d. All of the Above
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ANSWER: All of the Above
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All three give rules to be followed during displaying the flag. According to Flag Code of India, 2002, there is no restriction on the display of the flag by general public, private organizations, etc.
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19) Which is the national heritage animal of India?
a. Ganges Dolphin
b. Gir Lion
c. Elephant
d. White tiger
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20) Nelumbo Nucipera Gaertn is scientific name for
a. Banyan Tree (National Tree of India)
b. Mango (National Fruit of India)
c. Lotus (National Flower of India)
d. Dolphin (National Aquatic Animal of India)
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ANSWER: Lotus (National Flower of India)
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Banyan Tree – Ficus benghalensis; Mango – Mangifera indica; Peacock – Pavo cristatus; Tiger – Panthera tigris; Dolphin – Platanista Gangetica (also called Ganges dolphin, Ganges Susu, Blind river dolphin, South Asian river dolphin - found in India, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Nepal).
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21) Traditionally Indians note how many seasons?
a. 6
b. 4
c. 5
d. 3
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ANSWER: 6
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6 seasons are – spring (Sanskrit: vasanta), summer (grishma), monsoon (varsha), early autumn (sharada), late autumn (hemanta) and winter (shishira). Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) designates 4 official seasons-winter, summer, monsoon and post-monsoon.
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22) India is divided into how many river basins/group of river basins?
a. 20
b. 8
c. 12
d. 36
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23) Which of the following is / are composite river basins?
1) Godavari-Krishna river basin
2) Ganga-Brahmaputra-Meghna
3) Subarnarekha and Baitarani
4) Luni
a. Only 1 and 2
b. Only 3 and 4
c. Only 3
d. All of the above
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ANSWER: Only 3 and 4
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There are 8 composite river basins – Rivers between Subarnarekha-Baitarani; east flowing rivers between Mahanadi and Pennar; east flowing rivers between Kanyakumari and Pennar; Inland drainage of Rajasthan desert; west flowing rivers of Kutchh and Saurashtra including Luni; west flowing rivers between Tapi to Tadri; west flowing rivers between Kanyakumari to Tadri; Minor rivers draining into Myanmar and Bangladesh.
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24) Which rivers of Rajasthan drain into the sea?
1) Banas
2) Saraswati
3) Luni
4) Ghaggar
a. Only 2
b. Only 3 and 4
c. Only 2 and 3
d. None of the above
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ANSWER: None of the above
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Luni, Machhu, Rupen, Saraswati, Banas, Ghaggar, etc. are Desert Rivers which do not drain in the sea. Some drain into salt lakes with no outlet to the sea.
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25) Wildlife Institute of India has proposed a modified classification which divides the country in how many biogeographic regions?
a. 10
b. 6
c. 4
d. 5
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ANSWER: 10
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They are – Trans-Himalayan; Himalayan; Indian Desert; Semi-Arid; Western Ghats; Deccan Peninsula; Gangetic Plain; North East India; Islands; and Coasts.
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