Basic GK Practice Question and Answer

Q:

An aquatic plant was introduced to the US to remove pollution in Indian aquatic bodies as a troublesome weed. what is its name?

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    hawthorn
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    Egiolps
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    hyacinth
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    Pistia
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Answer : 2. "Egiolps"
Explanation :

So the correct answer is 'Eichhornia crassipes' An aquatic plant introduced from America to check pollution turned out to be a troublesome weed in Indian water bodies.

Q:

From which source is the list of countries emitting carbon dioxide based on carbon dioxide emissions?

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    Burning of fossil fuels
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    Cement Industry
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    Both of the above
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    None of these
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Answer : 3. "Both of the above"
Explanation :

This is a list of sovereign states and territories by carbon dioxide emissions due to certain forms of human activity, based on the EDGAR database created by European Commission and Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency.

Q:

Which of the following disease reduces the age of laborers working in coal mine and that disease is called Black Lung disease?

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    Clomgolanosis
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    progressive massive fibrosis
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    mesothelioma
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    None of these
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Answer : 1. "Clomgolanosis"
Explanation :

Coal workers' pneumoconiosis (CWP), commonly known as "black lung disease," occurs when coal dust is inhaled. Over time, continued exposure to the coal dust causes scarring in the lungs, impairing your ability to breathe. Considered an occupational lung disease, it is most common among coal miners.

Q:

Which government has launched 'Mo Sarkar' campaign?

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    West Bengal
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    Tripura
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    Nagaland
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    Odisha
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Answer : 4. "Odisha"
Explanation :

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has launched the 'Mo Sarkar' program. This program promotes Gandhian thinking. Also, encourages people to raise their voice for their rights. 'Mo Sarkar' aims to improve governance by collecting feedback on the behavior and professionalism displayed by government officials. This program has been started in 21 district headquarters, hospitals and medical colleges of Cuttack, Sambalpur and Berhampur.

Q:

On which date 'International Tiger Day' is celebrated every year?

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    25th July
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    July 27
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    29th July
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    30th July
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Answer : 3. "29th July"
Explanation :

1. International Tiger Day is celebrated every year on 29 July.

2. This day is also called Global Tiger Day.

3. This day is celebrated every year to raise awareness about tiger conservation.

Q:

The number of ossicles in the ear of mammals is

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    2
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    3
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    4
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    5
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Answer : 2. "3"
Explanation :

The mammalian middle ear contains three ossicles, which move the vibrations of the eardrum into waves in the liquid and membrane of the inward ear. There are three ossicles in every ear : MalleusIncusStapes. As we have a couple of ears, so altogether there are 6 ossicles, or 3 sets of ossicles.

Q:

Which cult was started by Baba Ramdev in Runicha?

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    Hinduism
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    Vaishnavism
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    Jaspanth
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    Kamadia Panth
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Answer : 4. "Kamadia Panth"
Explanation :

Baba Ramdevji is also worshiped by Muslims and they worship him by the name of Ramsa Pir or Ramshah Pir. Ramdevji had miraculous powers and his fame spread far and wide. According to legend, five Pirs from Mecca came to test Ramdev's powers.

Q:

What kind of inspiration does the 'Runecha Mela' of Rajasthan give for a satisfied society?

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    Holy life
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    constant God remembrance
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    Communal harmony
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    To speak the truth
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Answer : 3. "Communal harmony"
Explanation :

In Rajasthan, Ramdev ji's fair is held from Bhadrapada Shukla Dwitiya till Gyaras. This fair is held at Ramdevra, also known as Runicha Dham, located near Pokaran town in Jaisalmer district. This fair is also a symbol of Hindu Muslim unity. Because both Hindus and Muslims come to this fair.

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