GK Practice Question and Answer
8 Q: Which of the following writ is sought to get an order of an authority quashed?
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63105b28d9ac741324b66a31- 1Quo Warrantofalse
- 2Habeas Corpusfalse
- 3Mandamusfalse
- 4Certioraritrue
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Answer : 4. "Certiorari"
Q: India's first olive refinery, was set up in Rajasthan at-
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6408bcb656c45fd8d39bbced- 1Pachpadrafalse
- 2Lunkaransartrue
- 3Amarsagarfalse
- 4Suratgarhfalse
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Answer : 2. "Lunkaransar"
Explanation :
The then Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Smt. Vasundhara Raje inaugurated the refinery for Rs 3.75 crore in the Lunkaransar area of Bikaner on October 3, 2014. With this, Rajasthan became the first state in the country to establish this type of refinery. Through this, 11,574.09 kg of olive oil has been produced, given the brand name 'Raj Olive Oil'. Bikaner is also being developed as a centre for olive cultivation.
Q: According to 2011 Census, the percentage of scheduled tribe population to total population in Rajasthan is -
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640f07fb56c45fd8d3a9e718- 114.8false
- 216.9false
- 313.5true
- 413.3false
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Answer : 3. " 13.5"
Explanation :
According to the 2011 census, Scheduled Tribes constitute 13.5 per cent of the total population of Rajasthan.
Q: Which one of the following is the process involved in photosynthesis?
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62ac7badf5480112e46cb4f2- 1Food is oxidized to release carbon dioxide and waterfalse
- 2Oxygen is taken, and carbon dioxide and water vapor are given outfalse
- 3Potential energy is released to form free energyfalse
- 4Free energy is converted into potential energy and storedtrue
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Answer : 4. "Free energy is converted into potential energy and stored "
Q: Who among the following freedom fighters of India revived the Indian National Army ‘Azad Hind Fauj’ (which was formed in 1942 by Rash Behari Bose and Captain-General Mohan Singh) in the year 1943?
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6419b9c3dcb650c1454e3ff4- 1Mahatma Gandhifalse
- 2Jawaharlal Nehrufalse
- 3Bhagat Singhfalse
- 4Subhas Chandra Bosetrue
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Answer : 4. "Subhas Chandra Bose"
Q: In India, which of the following is NOT an objective of the National Manufacturing Policy?
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64b1834336fc1bf5764538b0- 1To increase the sectoral share of manufacturing in GOP to at least 25% by 2022.false
- 2To double the exports of manufacturing goods by 2022.true
- 3To increase the rate of job creation so as to create 100 million additional jobs by 2022.false
- 4To enhance global competitiveness, domestic value addition, technological depth and environmental sustainability of growth.false
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Answer : 2. "To double the exports of manufacturing goods by 2022."
Explanation :
In India, the following are the main objectives of the National Manufacturing Policy.
1. To increase the sectoral share of manufacturing in GOP to at least 25% by 2022.
2. To increase the rate of job creation so as to create 100 million additional jobs by 2022.
3. To enhance global competitiveness, domestic value addition, technological depth and environmental sustainability of growth.
Q: What were the major cities of the Harappan civilization?
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652cf9fef65a38281b1c4666- 1Mohenjo-Daro, Athens, Rome, Beijingfalse
- 2Harappa, Mohenjo-Daro, Lothal, Dholaviratrue
- 3Babylon, Memphis, Thebes, Urfalse
- 4Petra, Carthage, Ephesus, Ninevehfalse
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Answer : 2. "Harappa, Mohenjo-Daro, Lothal, Dholavira"
Explanation :
The Harappan civilization was characterized by its well-planned cities and advanced infrastructure. Some of the major cities of the Harappan civilization include:
1. Harappa: Harappa was one of the first cities to be excavated in the 1920s and gave its name to the entire civilization. It is located in present-day Pakistan and was a significant center of the ancient Indus Valley civilization.
2. Mohenjo-Daro: Mohenjo-Daro, meaning "Mound of the Dead," is another major city of the Harappan civilization, located in present-day Pakistan. It was one of the largest and most advanced cities of its time, featuring complex urban planning and sophisticated drainage systems.
3. Kalibangan: Kalibangan is located in present-day Rajasthan, India. It is notable for its unique fire altars and is an important archaeological site belonging to the Harappan civilization.
4. Lothal: Lothal is situated in present-day Gujarat, India. It was a vital trading center, known for its advanced dockyards and extensive trade connections with other civilizations.
5. Dholavira: Dholavira, located in the Rann of Kutch in present-day Gujarat, India, is known for its intricate urban planning and large water conservation systems. It is one of the five largest Harappan sites in the Indian subcontinent.
6. Rakhigarhi: Rakhigarhi is one of the largest sites of the Harappan civilization, located in present-day Haryana, India. It is still being extensively studied by archaeologists and has provided valuable insights into the life and culture of the ancient Indus Valley people.
These cities, along with numerous smaller settlements, formed the backbone of the Harappan civilization, showcasing their advanced urban planning, architecture, and social organization.
Q: Who among the followings has been declared the winner of Kenya's presidential election?
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6305818ee864816d0047db43- 1Abdilatif Abdallafalse
- 2Jane Anyangofalse
- 3William Rutotrue
- 4Francis Atwolifalse
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