1) Consider the following statements related to Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (Amendment) Ordinance, 2015:
1. Under section 33 compulsory employment clause shall be inserted.
2. Land acquired for Hospitals, Educational Institutions and other Social Projects will not come under definition of Industrial Corridor.
3. Government to ensure before notification land acquired would be bare minimum required for a project.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
a. 1,2
b. 2,3
c. 1,3
d. All of the above
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2) Which of the following statements are true about Down's syndrome?
1. Down syndrome is a genetic disorder.
2. It is caused by the presence of all or part of a third copy of chromosome 22.
3. It is typically associated with physical growth delays, characteristic facial features, and mild to moderate intellectual disability.
4. Down syndrome can not be identified during pregnancy.
a. 1,2,3
b. 1,3
c. 1,3,4
d. All of the above
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ANSWER: 1,3
Explanation:
Down syndrome s caused by the presence of all or part of a third copy of chromosome 21. Down syndrome can be identified during pregnancy by prenatal screening followed by diagnostic testing, or after birth by direct observation and genetic testing. Since the introduction of screening, pregnancies with the diagnosis are often terminated.
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3) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. Sangolli Rayanna was the army chief of the Kingdom of Kittur ruled at the time by Rani Chennamma.
2. Rani Chennamma's adoption of son was rejected by British under doctrine of lapse policy.
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
Explanation:
In 1824, Rani Chennma adopted Shivalingappa, and made him heir to the throne. The British East India Company did not accept this and ordered Shivalingappa's expulsion, using a policy of paramountcy and complete authority as doctrine of lapse officially codified between 1848 and 1856 by Lord Dalhousie.
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4) Which of the following rivers will not be linked under river link project?
a. Narmada-Kshipra
b. Ken- Chambal
c. Godavari - Narmada
d. Kosi-Ghaghara
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5) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. The PSU that have made profits in the last three years continuously and have positive net worth are eligible to be considered for grant of Miniratna status.
2. It must have average annual turnover of more than Rs. 1000 crore, during the last 3 years for grant of Miniratna status..
3. There are two categories of Miniratna: Miniratna-1 and Miniratna -2.
a. 1,2
b. 2,3
c. 1,3
d. All of the above
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ANSWER: 1,3
Explanation:
Miniratna-I: up to Rs. 500 crore or equal to their net worth, whichever is lower.
Miniratna-II: up to Rs. 300 crore or up to 50% of their net worth, whichever is lower.
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6) Which of the following criteria is / are required for a region to declare it as a bio- diversity hotspot?
1. It must contain at least 0.5% or 1,500 species of vascular plants as endemics.
2. It has to have lost at least 70% of its primary vegetation.
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
Explanation:
Bio - diversity hotspot South Asia region
i. Eastern Himalaya, Nepal
ii. Indo-Burma, India and Myanmar
iii. Western Ghats, India
iv. Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka
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7) Cloud burst phenomenon is associated with which type of precipitation?
a. Convection
b. Orographic
c. Stratiform
d. All of the above
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ANSWER: Orographic
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Cloudbursts are infrequent as they occur only via orographic lift occasionally when a warm air parcel mixes with cooler air, resulting in sudden condensation.
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8) Consider the following statements
1. India and Sri Lanka’s central banks signed a currency swap agreement under the SAARC Framework.
2. Under the arrangement, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka can draw up to $1.1 billion for a maximum period of six months.
3. The swap will be offered in U.S. dollar, euro or Indian rupee against the domestic currency or domestic currency-denominated government securities of the requesting country.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
a. 1,2
b. 2,3
c. 1,3
d. All of the above
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9) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. Andrei Sakharov was a Russian nuclear physicist and human rights activist who won Nobel Peace Prize in 1975.
2. The Sakharov Prize was established by the Kremlin.
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
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ANSWER: Only 1
Explanation:
The Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought was established in December 1988 by the European Parliament.
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10) Anil Baijal Panel is related to
a. Environmental effects of land acquisition
b. Evaluate skill development schemes in rural India
c. Social effects of land acquisition
d. Evaluate corporate CSR activities
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ANSWER: Evaluate corporate CSR activities
Explanation:
Anil Baijal Panel to suggest a framework to assess CSR activities. The committee would work on money spent on such activities, by the corporates.
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11) Consider the following statements about NAFTA
1. NAFTA agreement eliminate barriers to trade and investment between the U.S., Canada and Mexico which was implemented on January 1, 1994.
2. NAFTA established the CANAMEX Corridor for road transport between Canada and Mexico.
3. Cuba becomes new member of NAFTA.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
a. 1,2
b. 2,3
c. 1,3
d. All of the above
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ANSWER: 1,2
Explanation:
NAFTA has two supplements: the North American Agreement on Environmental Cooperation (NAAEC) and the North American Agreement on Labor Cooperation (NAALC).
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12) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1.The capital of Kakatiya dynasty was Orugallu, now known as Warangal.
2. The cultural and administrative distinction of the Kakatiyas was mentioned by Marco Polo.
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
Explanation:
Marco Polo visited Orugallu during the rule of Rani Rudrama devi.
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13) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. The CSR norms is applicable to companies with an annual turnover of 1000 crore rupees and more, or a net value of 500 crore rupees and more, or a net income of 5 crore rupees and more.
2. As per the CSR rule, company need to set-up a CSR committee consisting of their board members, as well as at least one independent director.
3. It also encourages companies to spend a minimum of 2 % of their average net profit in the previous 3 years on CSR activities.
a. 1,2
b. 2,3
c. 1,3
d. All of the above
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14) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. Karnataka was the first state to launch Soil health card scheme.
2. Based on current status of soil health carry crop-wise recommendations of nutrients and fertilizers required for the individual farms.
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
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15) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. Atmiya sabha was founded by Aatma Ram Pandurang.
2. Prarthana Samaj was founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy.
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
Explanation:
Atmiya sabha was founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy in 1815. Prarthana Samaj was founded by Aatma Ram Pandurang in 1867.
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16) Mahadev Govind Ranade was associated with :
1. Atmiya Sabha
2. Poona Sarvajanik Sabha
3. Prarthana Samaj
4. Deccan Education Society
5. Sudhaarak periodical
a. 1,2,3,4
b. 1,2,3
c. 2 and 3
d. All of the above
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ANSWER: 2 and 3
Explanation:
Gopal Ganesh Agarkar was editor of Sudhaarak periodical.
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17) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1.Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY) provides cashless health insurance to the people living below poverty line.
2. It works under aegis of ministry of labor 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
Explanation:
Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY) was transferred from aegis of ministry of labor and employment to ministry of Health and welfare from April 1, 2015 under the National Health Assurance Mission.
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18) What is the name of Stephen Hawking led search for alien life beyond solar system?
a. Explore
b. Brotherhood
c. Breakthrough Mission
d. Breakthrough Listen
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ANSWER: Breakthrough Listen
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Launched at the Royal Society in London, with the Cambridge cosmologist Stephen Hawking, the Breakthrough Listen project will search for alien life yet by listening out for potential radio signals coming from advanced civilizations far beyond the solar system. The project will not broadcast signals into space but listen the radio signals.
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19) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. Eucalyptus plantation draw a tremendous amount of water from the soil through the process of transpiration.
2. Eucalyptus are fast-growing sources of wood, producing oil that can be used for cleaning and as a natural insecticide, or an ability to be used to drain swamps and thereby reduce the risk of malaria.
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
Explanation:
The Forest Department of Karnataka has prohibited the planting of the high-water-consuming tree in forest land since 2011, but it continues in private land.The Karnataka High Court had asked the forest department to consider banning eucalyptus plantations across the State. The move came after a petitioner said the non-native eucalyptus tree was responsible for the lowering groundwater levels in the region.
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20) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. The judges of Supreme Court and High Court will be appointed by NJAC only.
2. NJAC is also responsible for transfer of judges.
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
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ANSWER: Only 2
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The judges of Supreme Court and High Court will be appointed by President in consultation with NJAC.
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21) According to Insurance Laws (Amendment) bill 2015 foreign investment cap in insurance sector is changed from 26% to
a. 100%
b. 75%
c. 49%
d. 51%
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22) Which of the following statements are true about GSLV Mk III?
1. GSLV Mk III is conceived and designed to make ISRO fully self reliant in launching heavier communication satellites of INSAT-4 class, which weights 4500 to 5000 kg.
2. The vehicle is capable of multi-mission launch capability for GTO, LEO, Polar and intermediate circular orbits.
3. It will have 3 stages starting from solid propellant in first to re-startable liquid stage to cryogenic in third.
a. 1,2
b. 2,3
c. 1,3
d. All of the above
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ANSWER: All of the above
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The GSLV-III or Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III, is a launch vehicle developed by the Indian Space Research Organization.
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23) Consider the following statements about child labor law
1. It prohibits employment of children below 14 years in all occupations and processes including family business as well.
2. Punishment has been increased for those employing children below the age of 14 years in violation of the law. They would face imprisonment of up to three years and a fine of up to Rs 50,000 for each offense under the new law.
3. A new definition of adolescent has also been introduced in the Act and employment of adolescents (14-16 years of age) has been prohibited in hazardous occupations and processes.
Which of the above statements are not true?
a. 1,2
b. 2,3
c. 1,3
d. All of the above
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ANSWER: All of the above
Explanation:
No explanation is available for this question!
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24) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. The Space Commission is the highest policy-making body for matters related to space exploration in India and is headed by the chairman of ISRO.
2. The Space Commission reports to the Parliament.
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
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25) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. Antrix Corporation Limited is the marketing arm of ISRO for promotion and commercialization of space products.
2. It was awarded 'Miniratna' status by the government in 2008.
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
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26) When Mandela day is observed?
a. 15 July
b. 5 December
c. 18 July
d. 18 December
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ANSWER: 18 July
Explanation:
Nelson Mandela International Day (or Mandela Day) is an annual international day in honour of Nelson Mandela, celebrated each year on 18 July, Mandela's birthday. The day was officially declared by the United Nations in November 2009, with the first UN Mandela Day held on 18 July 2010.
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27) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. Muziris was an ancient seaport and urban center in in Kerala.
2. Muziris has found mention in Sangam literature.
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
Explanation:
The Kerala Tourism has bagged this year's Pacific Asia Travel Association award for its Muziris Heritage Project in the 'Heritage & Culture' category. The award, sponsored by the Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO), went to the Muziris Heritage Project for its conservational efforts, uniqueness and impact on local community.
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28) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. The Ross Sea is an arm of the southern Pacific Ocean in Antarctica.
2. In July 2013, the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources declared Ross Sea as a marine protected area.
a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above
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ANSWER: Only 1
Explanation:
In July 2013, the Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources held a meeting in Bremerhaven Germany, to decide whether to turn the Ross Sea into a marine protected area. The deal failed due to Russia voting against it, citing uncertainty about whether the commission had the authority to establish a marine protected area.
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29) Which of the following statements is / are correct?
1. Two humped camel is native to the steppes of Central Asia.
2. It is Critically endangered species in IUCN's red list of Threatened Species.
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
Explanation:
Two humped camel or Bactrian camel are seen in remote regions of the Gobi and Taklamakan Deserts of Mongolia and China, migrating from the desert to rivers in Siberia during winter. A small number of wild Bactrian camels still roam the Mangystau Province of southwest Kazakhstan and the Kashmir valley in India. Feral herds of Bactrian camels are found in Australia.
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30) Which lake is called as tortoise lake in India?
a. Chandubi Lake
b. Chilka Lake
c. Hajong Lake
d. Haflong Lake
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ANSWER: Hajong Lake
Explanation:
Hajong lake a unique tortoise habitat situated in Assam. It is the only natural tortoise habitat in Assam.
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