GK Practice Question and Answer
8 Q: Fire temple is the place of worship of which of the following religion?
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5f156aa7eddbc50839d56c93- 1Zoroastrianism (Persian Religion)true
- 2Shinto’sfalse
- 3Taoismfalse
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Answer : 1. "Zoroastrianism (Persian Religion) "
Explanation :
A fire temple is a place of worship in Zoroastrianism, the ancient Persian religion founded by the prophet Zoroaster (or Zarathustra). In Zoroastrianism, fire is considered a sacred and purifying element, and fire temples serve as places where adherents gather for religious rituals and ceremonies. Fire is a symbol of Ahura Mazda, the supreme deity in Zoroastrianism.
Q: Harisena, the author of the famous “Prayag Prashasti” adorned the court of which Gupta ruler?
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5f0d9adefce67160728f2f7c- 1Samudraguptatrue
- 2Kumar Gupta-Ifalse
- 3Chandragupta Vikramadityafalse
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Answer : 1. "Samudragupta "
Explanation :
Harisena, the author of the famous "Prayag Prashasti," adorned the court of Samudragupta, who was a prominent ruler of the Gupta Empire in ancient India. Samudragupta ruled from around 335 to 375 CE and is often considered one of the greatest rulers of the Gupta dynasty. The "Prayag Prashasti" is an inscription that glorifies Samudragupta's achievements and military conquests, providing valuable historical insights into the Gupta period.
Q: Who founded the city of Pataliputra?
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5f0d98236d435560094861f7- 1Ajatshatrufalse
- 2Bimbisarafalse
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Answer : 4. "Udayin "
Explanation :
Udayin founded the city of Pataliputra in the 5th century. Pataliputra is now known as Patna which is the capital of Bihar. Udayin was the ruler who first established Pataliputra as the capital of Magadha.
Q: Who directed India's first publicly screened cinema Raja Harishchandra?
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5f04424ed996064ceba932c5- 1Bimal Royfalse
- 2Dada Saheb Phalketrue
- 3V G Damlefalse
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Answer : 2. "Dada Saheb Phalke "
Explanation :
India's first publicly screened cinema, "Raja Harishchandra," was directed by Dadasaheb Phalke. He is often regarded as the father of Indian cinema. "Raja Harishchandra" was released in 1913, marking the beginning of the Indian film industry. Dadasaheb Phalke played a crucial role in the early development of Indian cinema and is remembered for his pioneering contributions to the art form.
Q: 'Panchayati Raj' started?
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608a596936f5727dff28f2c5- 11952false
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Answer : 4. "1959"
Explanation :
Panchayati Raj system was implemented by the then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in Bagdhari village of Nagaur district of Rajasthan on 2 October 1959.
Q: In India, which day is celebrated as the National Panchayati Raj Day?
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6087c13a0ac1df7d9f7cf67b- 123 Aprilfalse
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- 322 Aprilfalse
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Answer : 4. "24 April"
Explanation :
1. The provisions related to Panchayati Raj have been discussed in the original Constitution under Part 9 by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 (Article 243). Part 9, under the heading ‘Panchayats’, contains provisions related to Panchayati Raj up to Articles 243-243O (243-243O).
2. Panchayati Raj Day is celebrated every year on 24 April in India as the foundation of democracy.
3. The Panchayati Raj system is the system of local self-government in rural India.
4. Panchayati Raj system was implemented by the then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in Bagdhari village of Nagaur district of Rajasthan on 2 October 1959.
5. Local government form was first adopted in the states of Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh.
6. The concept of Panchayati Raj in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in the Directive Principles of State Policy.
7. The tenure of Panchayats is fixed for five years but it can be dissolved even before the tenure.
Q: Which of the following committee is known to recommend 3-tier Panchayati Raj system?
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6101146a0b25de5a90f40467- 1Ashok Mehta Committeefalse
- 2Balwant Rai Mehta Committeetrue
- 3Sarkaria Committeefalse
- 4Rao Committeefalse
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Answer : 2. "Balwant Rai Mehta Committee"
Explanation :
1. The provisions related to Panchayati Raj have been discussed in the original Constitution under Part 9 by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 (Article 243). Part 9, under the heading ‘Panchayats’, contains provisions related to Panchayati Raj up to Articles 243-243O (243-243O).
2. Panchayati Raj Day is celebrated every year on 24 April in India as the foundation of democracy.
3. The Panchayati Raj system is the system of local self-government in rural India.
4. Panchayati Raj system was implemented by the then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in Bagdhari village of Nagaur district of Rajasthan on 2 October 1959.
5. Local government form was first adopted in the states of Rajasthan and Andhra Pradesh.
6. The concept of Panchayati Raj in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in the Directive Principles of State Policy.
7. The tenure of Panchayats is fixed for five years but it can be dissolved even before the tenure.
8. All types of major committees related to Panchayati Raj are as follows
- Balwant Rai Mehta Committee (1957)
- Ashok Mehta Committee (1977)
- Yes. V.K Rao Committee (1985)
- L.M. Singhvi Committee (1986)
Q: The National Panchayati Raj Day is observed on which date in India?
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5ea94f1b07542b13ae2c6239- 123 Aprilfalse
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Answer : 3. "24 April"
Explanation :
1. The provisions related to Panchayati Raj have been discussed in the original Constitution under Part 9 by the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992 (Article 243). Part 9, under the heading ‘Panchayats’, contains provisions related to Panchayati Raj up to Articles 243-243O (243-243O).
2. Panchayati Raj Day is celebrated every year on 24 April in India as the foundation of democracy.

