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Exam: |
Combined Graduate Level Examination Tier I |
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Exam Date: |
09/09/2024 |
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Exam Time: |
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM |
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Section: |
General Awareness |
Q.1. Which condition, also known as icterus, causes a yellowing of your skin and the whites of your eyes?
1. Ichthyosis
2. Jaundice
3. Eczema
4. Pemphigus
Answer: 2
Jaundice, also known as icterus, is a medical condition where the skin and whites of the eyes turn yellow due to a buildup of bilirubin in the blood.
Q.2. Under the leadership of which of the following revolutionaries was Chittagong Armoury Raid conducted?
1. Rash Behari Bose
2. Badal Gupta
3. Hemu Kalani
4. Surya Sen
Answer: 4
Surya Sen, also known as Masterda, is widely recognized as the leader of the Chittagong Armoury Raid, an important event in the Indian independence movement.
Q.3. In which of the following states is Govindji Nartanalaya located?
1. Manipur
2. Assam
3. Nagaland
4. Tripura
Answer: 1
Govindji Nartanalaya
is a dance school founded by Manipuri dancer Bipin Singh. The name is derived
from the Shri Govindaji Temple, a prominent Vaishnavite temple in Imphal,
Manipur.
Q.4. Which of the following celebrations is dedicated to Sun God and his wife
Usha to thank them for sustaining life on earth and for granting wishes?
1. Madai Festival
2. Chhath Puja
3. Vishwakarma Puja
4. Sorath Sabha
Answer: 2
Chhath Puja is a
Hindu festival where people offer prayers to the Sun God (Surya) and his wife
Usha, seeking blessings for life and prosperity.
Q.5. Which of the following inscriptions of Rudradaman happened to be the first royal inscription of early India composed in chaste Sanskrit?
1. Prayag
2. Girnar
3. Chirand
4. Mehrauli
Answer: 2
The Girnar
inscription of Rudradaman is considered the first royal inscription of early
India composed in chaste Sanskrit. This inscription is also known as the
Junagarh Rock Inscription.
Indian Constitution (1773-1947): History, Acts & Timeline for UPSC, SSC, Railway Aspirants.
Q.6. The first southern campaign of Alauddin Khilji in 1307-08 AD was led to
which of the following regions?
1. Devagiri
2. Warangal
3. Dwar Samudra
4. Madura
Answer: 1
This was the capital
of the Yadava dynasty in the Deccan region, making it the initial target of
Alauddin Khilji's southern expansion.
Q.7. What is the IUPAC name of tertiarybutyl alcohol?
1. 2-Methylpropan-2-ol
2. 1-propylpropan-3-ol
3. 1-Methylpropan-3-ol
4. 1-ethylpropan-3-ol
Answer: 1
Tertiary butyl
alcohol has the structure (CH3)3COH. In IUPAC naming, the longest carbon chain
is considered the parent chain (propane). The carbon with the OH group is
assigned the lowest number (2). Since three methyl groups are attached to that
carbon, the name becomes 2-methylpropan-2-ol.
Q.8. What is the relationship between interest rate and demand for money?
1. No relationship exists
2. Inverse
3. Direct
4. Proportionate
Answer: 2
Q.9. When electricity is passed through water, what kind of chemical reaction
occurs?
1. Decomposition
2. Displacement
3. Double displacement
4. Combination
Answer: 1
Decomposition
reactions break down a single compound into two or more simpler substances. When
electricity is passed through water (electrolysis), it decomposes into hydrogen
and oxygen.
Q.10. Which music-composer duo was honoured with the National Lata Mangeshkar Award for the year 2020?
1. Sachin–Jigar
2. Jatin-Lalit
3. Salim–Sulaiman
4. Anand-Milind
Answer: 4
Salient Features of the Indian Constitution: Exam-Oriented Guide for SSC, UPSC & Railway Aspirants.
Q.11. Which of the following can be represented as a functional unit of nature?
1. Vehicles
2. Ecosystem
3. Humans
4. Plants
Answer: 2
An ecosystem is a
complex network of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.
It includes both biotic components (living things like plants, animals, and
microorganisms) and abiotic components (non-living things like soil, water, and
air). These components interact with each other in a balanced and
interconnected manner. Ecosystems are essential for maintaining biodiversity
and sustaining life on Earth.
Q.12. In which state of India is Kund or Tanka used for water harvesting?
1. Rajasthan
2. Andhra Pradesh
3. Uttar Pradesh
4. Punjab
Answer: 1
Q.13. The inaugural match of the Women Premier League 2023 cricket was played in which of the following venues?
1. Delhi
2. Mumbai
3. Chennai
4. Kolkata
Answer: 2
The opening ceremony took place on 4 March at DY Patil Stadium in Navi
Mumbai.
Q.14. Which of the following is NOT correct about Directive Principles of State
Policy?
1. They ensure social and economic development.
2. They are justiciable in nature.
3. They provide guidelines for the governance of the country.
4. They are morally binding on the government.
Answer: 2
Directive Principles
of State Policy (DPSP) are not enforceable by courts, meaning they are
non-justiciable. They are considered guidelines for the government to follow
when formulating policies, but citizens cannot sue the government if they fail
to uphold a DPSP.
Q.15. At what latitude does the easterly jet stream blow over peninsular India
during the summer months?
1. 24°N
2. 30°N
3. 14°N
4. 28°N
Answer: 3
During the summer
months, the easterly jet stream known as the Subtropical Easterly Jet Stream
(STEJ) flows over peninsular India at approximately 14°N latitude.
Q.16. According to Census of India 2011, in rural India, which state has the maximum female workforce participation rate?
1. Arunachal Pradesh
2. Uttar Pradesh
3. Himachal Pradesh
4. Andhra Pradesh
Answer: 3
The Census data
indicates that Himachal Pradesh had a particularly high proportion of women
actively engaged in the workforce, especially in rural areas. This can be
attributed to factors like the state's strong agricultural base and cultural
acceptance of women's participation in economic activities.
Q.17. In 2021, in which of the following states did the Prime Minister lay the foundation stone for the Raja Mahendra Pratap Singh State University?
1. Uttar Pradesh
2. Gujarat
3. Himachal Pradesh
4. Nagaland
Answer: 1
Q.18. When was a Madrasa opened in Kolkata to promote the study of Arabic, Persian and Islamic law?
1. 1772 C.E.
2. 1783 C.E.
3. 1781 C.E.
4. 1774 C.E.
Answer: 3
The Calcutta Madrasa
(also known as Madrasa 'Aliya) was founded by Warren Hastings in 1781. The goal
was to provide education in Islamic law and related subjects.
Q.19. Which Article of the Constitution explains that the executive power of every state shall be so exercised as not to impede or prejudice the exercise of the executive power of the Union, and the executive power of the union shall extend to the giving of such directions to a state as may appear to the Government of India to be necessary for that purpose?
1. Article 261
2. Article 247
3. Article 257
4. Article 123
Answer: 3
Article 257 of the
Indian Constitution specifically addresses the control of the Union over states
in certain cases. It states that the executive power of each state must be
exercised in a way that does not impede or prejudice the executive power of the
Union, and it empowers the Union government to issue directions to the states
to ensure this.
Q.20. Which of the following statements correctly defines the green revolution?
1. It is a new strategy in agriculture to produce food grains, especially wheat and rice.
2. It is a new strategy to increase the share of the forest.
3. It is a new strategy to use green colour for all purposes.
4. It is a new strategy to use only herbal products.
Answer: 1
The Green Revolution
was a series of agricultural initiatives, primarily focused on increasing food
production, particularly wheat and rice, through the introduction of
high-yielding varieties (HYVs), improved irrigation techniques, and the use of
fertilizers and pesticides.
Citizenship in India – Meaning, Types &
Provisions Explained (Article :5 – 11)
Q.21. In the year 1952, who among the following lent his voice for the film ‘Amar Bhupali’, which was being produced in two languages simultaneously and he sang in both Bengali and Marathi ?
1. Kishore Kumar
2. Hemanta Mukherjee
3. Debabrata Biswas
4. Manna Dey
Answer: 4
Q.22. In which part of India does the hot wind ‘Loo’ blow?
1. West and Southwestern
2. North and Northwestern
3. East and Northeastern
4. South and Southwestern
Answer: 2
The Loo is a local
wind that originates from the high-temperature areas of the Thar Desert and the
Indo-Gangetic plain, leading to a low-pressure zone. This pressure difference
causes the hot air to move towards the north and northwest, resulting in the
characteristic Loo winds. These winds are known for their intense heat and
dryness, which can cause heatwaves and other heat-related health issues.
Q.23. The government of which of the following states created a draft policy in 2022 for senior citizens on the basis of article 41, which aims to form a directorate for the welfare of senior citizens?
1. Karnataka
2. Telangana
3. Tamil Nadu
4. Kerala
Answer: 3
In 2022, the Tamil Nadu government drafted a
policy for senior citizens focusing on their welfare, social security, and
care, aligning with Article 41 of the Indian Constitution.
Q.24. When was the High Court and Supreme Court Judges (Salaries and Conditions
of Service) Amendment Bill, 2021 introduced in Lok Sabha?
1. 27 September 2021
2. 30 November 2021
3. 29 March 2021
4. 28 April 2021
Answer: 2
Q.25. At which Olympics did Gagan Narang win a bronze medal?
1. London 2012
2. Rio 2016
3. Athens 2004
4. Beijing 2008
Answer: 1
He achieved this in
the Men's 10m Air Rifle event.
Union and Its Territory – Indian Polity Notes
for UPSC, SSC, Railway Exams.
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