GK Practice Question and Answer

Q:

Balwant Rai Mehta Committee was on:

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    Democratic Decentralization
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    Panchayati Raj Institutions
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    Rural Development
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    Community Development programmes
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Answer : 4. "Community Development programmes"

Q:

In which of the following Legislative Assembly - election, the number of members of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly was increased from 184 to 200? 

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    Second Assembly Election
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    Fourth Assembly Election
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    Sixth Assembly Election
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    None of the above
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Answer : 3. "Sixth Assembly Election "
Explanation :

1. The first assembly elections in Rajasthan were held in the year 1952. The tenure of the assembly formed during this period lasted till 1952.

2. The number of members in the first assembly was 160. When Ajmer merged with Rajasthan state in the year 1956, the number of members was increased to 190.

3. The number of members in the second assembly (1957-62) was. Whereas in the fourth assembly (1967-72) there were 184 members.

4. From the sixth (1977-80) Legislative Assembly, the number of members increased to 200.

Q:

‘Elder line', the first Pan - India toll - free helpline number for senior citizen is -

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    12468
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    12345
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    10987
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    14567
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Answer : 4. "14567 "
Explanation :

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment had released the first pan-India toll-free helpline number 14567 Elder Line for senior citizens on September 28, 2021.

Q:

For which fort Col. James Tod said, “If he is offered a Jagir in Rajasthan, he will choose this fort"?

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    Chittorgarh
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    Bhainsrorgarh
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    Nahargarh
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    Ranthambhor
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Answer : 2. " Bhainsrorgarh "
Explanation :

1. Colonel James Tod had said that if he was offered a jagir in Rajasthan, he would choose the fort of Bhainsrodgarh. Bhainsrodgarh Fort is located in Chittorgarh district of Rajasthan. It is an ancient and historical fort known for its beauty and natural beauty.

2. Todd was a British historian and diplomat who wrote several books on the history and culture of Rajasthan. He called Bhainsrodgarh fort "Paradise of Rajasthan". He said the citadel is "a unique place for its beauty, natural beauty and historical importance."

Q:

What is 'Palan'? 

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    A folk musical instrument
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    The seat to be placed on the horse
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    The seat to be placed on the camel
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    Synonym of Gorband
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Answer : 3. "The seat to be placed on the camel "
Explanation :

1. In Rajasthani language, "Palan" means "saddle placed on a camel". It is made of wood or metal, and has a seat for riding on the back of a camel. The palan usually consists of a back, a mattress, and a halter. Palan camels are used for riding, carrying goods, or both. 

2. The owner of five hundred camels is called (Pachasadi).

3. The bundle of grass loaded on a camel is called hay.

4. Palan is tied on the back of the camel for carrying it.

5. To enhance the beauty of the camel, a cow's neck is worn.

6. In Marwari, the sitting of a camel is called (Jhaikna).

Q:

Where is the Institute of Tropical Medicine and Virology being set up?

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    Udaipur
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    Alwar
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    Jadhpur
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    Jaipur
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Answer : 4. " Jaipur "
Explanation :

The Institute of Tropical Medicine and Virology has been established in Jaipur for investigation, treatment and research of viral diseases.

Q:

When did the Mangarh Massacre happen? 

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    17th November,1913
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    13th October, 1913
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    21st January,1914
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    23rd March,1914
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Answer : 1. "17th November,1913 "
Explanation :

 1. Mangarh Hill situated on the Gujarat-Rajasthan border is also known by the tribal name Jallianwala.

2. On November 17, 1913, a tragedy occurred in Mangadh (Banswara, Rajasthan) in which more than 1,500 Bhil tribals were killed.

3. Guru was a great leader among the Bhil and Garasia tribal communities, a man who united thousands of tribals on his own. The immediate Mangadh covered the border areas of present-day Udaipur, Dungarpur and Banswara of Rajasthan, Idar of Gujarat and Malwa of Madhya Pradesh.

Q:

Which of the following is the first desert park in Jaipur?

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    Kishan Bagh
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    Hari Bagh
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    Ram Bagh
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    Laxman Bagh
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Answer : 1. "Kishan Bagh "
Explanation :

1. Kishan Bagh is the first desert park of Jaipur.

2. This park is one of the huge open spaces spread over 30 acres within the city limits of Jaipur.

3. This is the first desert park of Jaipur built at the foothills of Nahargarh Fort.

4. The recreated landscape of Kishan Bagh idealizes the desert ecology.

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