GK Practice Question and Answer

Q:

The main aim of Communicative Language Teaching is to- 

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    provide communicative competence to learners
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    focus on the structure of the target language
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    emphasize the use of English as a library language
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    encourage learners to speak like native speakers of English.
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Answer : 1. "provide communicative competence to learners "

Q:

Tanjore Balasaraswati was known for which classical dance form? 

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    Bihu
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    Bharatanatyam
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    Manipuri
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    Odissi
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Answer : 2. "Bharatanatyam "

Q:

whom is the 'Kirti Stambh' located in Chittor Fort dedicated?

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    Rana Sanga
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    Rana Kumbha
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    Jain Tirthankara Adinatha
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    Mahavir Swami
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Answer : 3. "Jain Tirthankara Adinatha"
Explanation :

1. Chittorgarh Fort is a historical fort located in Chittorgarh city in the state of Rajasthan, India. It is one of the largest and most important forts in India, and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

2. Apart from all these attractions, the most special are the two stone pillars here, which are called Kirti Stambh and Vijay Stambh. These two pillars reflect the glorious past of the fort and the Rajput dynasty. Both these pillars attract tourists with their beauty, architecture and height.

Q:

What was the theme of the 12th Five Year Plan?

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    poverty alleviation through rapid growth rate of agriculture and industries
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    Sustainable and more inclusive growth
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    To develop agriculture and basic industries
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    Economic development with stability and attainment of self-reliance Economic development with stability and attainment of self-reliance
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Answer : 2. "Sustainable and more inclusive growth"
Explanation :

1. The theme of this plan was “Faster, More Inclusive and Sustainable Growth”.

2. The objective of the scheme was to strengthen infrastructure projects and provide electricity supply to all villages.

3. It aims to eliminate gender and social gaps in school admissions and improve access to higher education.

Q:

Who has become the youngest woman to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom, America's highest civilian award? 

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    Diana Ross
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    Sandra Linde
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    Simone Biles
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    Megan Rapinoe
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Answer : 3. "Simone Biles"

Q:

Which State/Union Territory is traditionally associated with a yogurt-based gravy dish called 'Yakhni'?

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    Jammu and Kashmir
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    Uttar Pradesh
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    Madhya Pradesh
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    Jharkhand
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Answer : 1. "Jammu and Kashmir"
Explanation :

1. 'Yakhni', a curd-based gravy dish, is traditionally made in Jammu and Kashmir, India.

2. In India, Yakhni is one of the most popular meat dishes. As -

- Mutton Yakhni: It is a traditional Indian dish made from lamb meat.

- Chicken Yakhni: It is a popular Indian dish made from chicken meat.

- Fish Yakhni: It is a popular Indian dish made from fish meat.

- Vegetable Yakhni: It is a delicious vegetarian dish made from vegetables.

Q:

Transverse sand dunes are found in which districts of Rajasthan?

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    Bikaner-Ganganagar
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    Jodhpur-Barmer
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    Jalore-Pali
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    Jodhpur-Nagaur
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Answer : 1. "Bikaner-Ganganagar"

Q:

Which of the following statement is correct with respect to the Prashastis and land grants?

I. Prashastis were composed by learned Brahmanas.

II. Kings often rewarded Brahmanas by grants of land which were recorded on copper plates.

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    Only I
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    Neither I nor II
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    Both I and II
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    Only II
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Answer : 3. "Both I and II"

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