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National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) is located in
A)
Mumbai
B)
Dehradun
C)
Hyderabad
D)
Chennai
The National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), one of the primary centers of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), is located in Hyderabad.
Mizo chief who captured and brought Mary Winchester into the Lushai Hills
A)
Vuttaia
B)
Bengkhuaia
C)
Lalsavunga
D)
Sibuta
Chief Bengkhuaia of Sailam led the 1871 raid on Alexandrapur tea estate in Cachar and brought Mary Winchester (Zoluti) to the Lushai Hills.
The function of mammary glands is regulated by a hormone known as
A)
Oxytocin
B)
Prolactin
C)
Thyroxine
D)
Vasopressin
Prolactin, secreted by the anterior pituitary gland, is the primary hormone regulating mammary gland development and stimulating milk production (lactogenesis).
Who has been recently appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Mizoram University?
A)
Prof. Samba Shiva Rao
B)
Prof. Ghanashyam Deka
C)
Prof. Dibakar Chandra Deka
D)
Prof. Mukesh Kumar Yadav
Prof. Dibakar Chandra Deka was appointed and assumed office as the Vice-Chancellor of Mizoram University.
The word ‘Socialist’ was inserted into the Preamble of the Constitution by:
A)
The Constitution (Thirty-Eight Amendment) Act, 1975
B)
The Constitution (Thirty-Nine Amendment) Act, 1975
C)
The Constitution (Forty-Second Amendment) Act, 1976
D)
The Constitution (Forty-Fourth Amendment) Act, 1978
The 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976 added three new words—'Socialist', 'Secular', and 'Integrity'—to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution.
The most environment-friendly refrigerants are
A)
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
B)
Hydrocarbons (HC)
C)
Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)
D)
Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs)
To determine the most environment-friendly refrigerant, we must evaluate the impact of each option on the Ozone Layer (Ozone Depletion Potential - ODP) and the Climate (Global Warming Potential - GWP).
1. **Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs):** These contain chlorine and bromine, which catalyze the destruction of the ozone layer. They also have very high GWP. They are banned under the Montreal Protocol.
2. **Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs):** These were introduced as transitional substitutes for CFCs. While they have lower ODP than CFCs, they still contain chlorine and contribute to ozone depletion and global warming.
3. **Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs):** These were developed to have zero ODP (no chlorine). However, they are potent greenhouse gases with very high GWP, contributing significantly to global warming. They are being phased down under the Kigali Amendment.
4. **Hydrocarbons (HC):** Natural refrigerants like propane (R290) and isobutane (R600a) have zero ODP and extremely low GWP compared to the other options. Because they do not deplete the ozone layer and have a negligible impact on the greenhouse effect, they are considered the most environment-friendly.
Therefore, Hydrocarbons (HC) are the most sustainable choice among the given options.
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women is observed on
A)
30th April
B)
25th November
C)
10th December
D)
8th March
The United Nations General Assembly designated 25th November as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
As per the Human Development Index (HDI), the index value varies between
A)
0 and 1
B)
0 and 5
C)
-5 and +5
D)
0 and 10
The Human Development Index (HDI) is a composite statistical measure developed by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to measure average achievement in key dimensions of human development: a long and healthy life, knowledge, and a decent standard of living.
1. **Calculation Method**: The HDI is calculated as the geometric mean of normalized indices for each of the three dimensions (Life Expectancy Index, Education Index, and Income Index).
2. **Normalization**: Each dimension is normalized using a formula: (Actual Value - Minimum Value) / (Maximum Value - Minimum Value). This process ensures that the resulting index for each dimension falls between 0 and 1.
3. **Final Value**: Since the final HDI is the geometric mean of these three normalized indices, the resulting value must also fall within the range of 0 to 1.
- Option (b), (c), and (d) are incorrect because the HDI is specifically designed as a ratio/percentage-based index where 0 represents the lowest possible development and 1 represents the highest possible development.
The biggest role in Integrating the Princely States into the Indian Union was played by
A)
Jawaharlal Nehru
B)
Rajagopalachari
C)
Mountbatten
D)
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, as India's first Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs, played the decisive role in the political integration of over 560 princely states into the Indian Union.
Inability of clotting of blood is due to the deficiency of
A)
Vitamin A
B)
Vitamin B1
C)
Vitamin D
D)
Vitamin K
Vitamin K is required as a cofactor for the hepatic synthesis of blood clotting factors (factors II, VII, IX, and X); its deficiency causes impaired blood coagulation and prolonged bleeding.
India’s sovereignty ultimately rests with the:
A)
President of India
B)
People
C)
Prime Minister
D)
Constitution
In Indian constitutional theory and democratic republican governance, ultimate sovereignty rests with the People of India, as affirmed in the Preamble ('We, the People of India...').
Which among the following correctly defines Global 200?
A)
An annual list of top ranking 200 companies released by Forbes Magazine
B)
List of 200 World Heritage Sites released by UNESCO
C)
List of 200 Cities which are of strategic importance by UNO
D)
List of 200 Ecoregions identified by the WWF for conservation
The Global 200 is WWF's blueprint of 200 ecoregions prioritized for global biodiversity conservation.
The Environment (Protection) Act was enacted in
A)
1952
B)
1972
C)
1986
D)
1991
The Environment (Protection) Act was enacted by the Parliament of India in 1986. It was passed under Article 253 of the Indian Constitution to implement the decisions taken at the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment held in Stockholm in 1972. The act was specifically designed as an 'umbrella' legislation to provide a framework for the coordination of various central and state authorities established under previous laws, such as the Water Act and the Air Act, and was heavily influenced by the tragedy of the Bhopal Gas Leak (1984).
Analysis of other options:
- Option (a) 1952: This is not associated with a major national environmental act in India.
- Option (b) 1972: This is the year the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act was enacted.
- Option (d) 1991: This year is associated with economic reforms in India, not the enactment of the Environment (Protection) Act.
Trickling Filter is used in following process of wastewater treatment plant.
A)
Mechanical treatment
B)
Biological treatment
C)
Advanced treatment
D)
All of the above
A trickling filter is an attached-growth aerobic biological wastewater treatment system (secondary treatment) that uses a microbial biofilm to degrade dissolved organic matter.
Harshacharita was authored by:
A)
Harshavardhana
B)
Kalidasa
C)
Bana Bhatta
D)
Harishena
Harshacharita was authored by the court poet Bana Bhatta.
Which of the following is NOT a Vedanga?
A)
Nirukta – Etymology
B)
Vyakarana – Grammar
C)
Kalpa – Ritual instructions
D)
Virakta – Philosophy
The six Vedangas are Shiksha (phonetics), Kalpa (rituals), Vyakarana (grammar), Nirukta (etymology), Chandas (metrics), and Jyotisha (astronomy). 'Virakta' is not one of the Vedangas.
The G20 members represent over
A)
87% of global GDP
B)
75% of global GDP
C)
85% of global GDP
D)
65% of global GDP
The member nations of the G20 collectively represent approximately 85% of global GDP, over 75% of global international trade, and roughly two-thirds of the world population.
2023 QS World Universities Rankings have included how many Academic Programmes from India within Global Top 100?
A)
22
B)
33
C)
44
D)
12
According to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023, India saw a significant improvement in its global standing. Specifically, in the 'Rankings by Subject' category, India had 33 academic programmes ranked within the Global Top 100. This growth was driven by strong performances in fields such as Engineering, Technology, and Pharmacy, with institutions like the IITs and IISc contributing heavily to this count. Option 'a' (22), 'c' (44), and 'd' (12) are incorrect as they do not match the official data released by QS for the 2023 cycle regarding the number of Indian programmes in the top 100.
Which of the following is formed due to the filling of lakes?
A)
Lacustrine plain
B)
Peninsula
C)
Alluvium deposit
D)
Piedmont plateau
A lacustrine plain is a flat landform created by the gradual deposition of sediments and the eventual filling or draining of a lake basin.
Indian constitution does not provide any procedure to remove the
A)
President
B)
Vice President
C)
Governor
D)
Judge of Supreme Court
The Indian Constitution provides specific mechanisms for the removal of several high-ranking officials, but not for the Governor. Here is the detailed breakdown:
1. **President (Option a):** The Constitution provides a detailed procedure for the removal of the President through a process called 'Impeachment' under Article 61, on the grounds of 'violation of the Constitution'.
2. **Vice President (Option b):** The Vice President can be removed by a resolution of the Rajya Sabha passed by an effective majority and agreed to by the Lok Sabha, as per Article 67(b).
3. **Judge of Supreme Court (Option d):** Judges of the Supreme Court can be removed by the President on the recommendation of Parliament after an address is passed by both Houses of Parliament with a special majority on grounds of 'proved misbehaviour or incapacity' (Article 124(4)).
4. **Governor (Option c):** The Constitution does not provide any specific procedure or grounds for the removal of a Governor. According to Article 156, the Governor holds office 'during the pleasure of the President'. This means the President (acting on the advice of the Union Council of Ministers) can remove a Governor at any time without providing a reason or following a formal removal process. Because the removal is based on 'pleasure' rather than a prescribed 'procedure', the Governor is the correct answer.
Which one is not a Local Self Government?
A)
Panchayati Raj Institution
B)
Municipal Council
C)
Municipal Corporation
D)
Autonomous District Council
While they exercise certain powers of self-governance, Autonomous District Councils under the Sixth Schedule are not typically classified as Local Self Government institutions in the same category as Panchayati Raj or Municipal bodies.
Deccan Traps are largely made of
A)
Flow of basalt
B)
River deposit
C)
Limestone
D)
Lava flow alternating with sedimentary deposits
The Deccan Traps are a massive volcanic flood basalt formation in India created by multiple layers of solidified basaltic lava flows.
As per the National Education Policy-2020, mother tongue/ regional language is to be the medium of teaching up to
A)
at least Grade/Class -V
B)
at least Grade/Class -VI
C)
at least Grade/Class -VII
D)
at least Grade/Class -VIII
Under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the medium of instruction is to be the home language/mother tongue/regional language until at least Grade 5.
HCFCs can be used as refrigerants instead of
A)
CO
B)
Cl2
C)
CFCs
D)
CO
Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) were introduced as transitionary replacements for Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) because of their lower ozone-depleting potential.
In the context of the Mizos, ‘kuang ur’ usually lasted for
A)
One month
B)
Two months
C)
Three months
D)
Four months
In traditional Mizo funeral customs for chiefs and distinguished persons, 'kuang ur' (the smoking/baking of the corpse inside a log coffin over a continuous fire) typically lasted for three months until only the bones remained.