GK Practice Question and Answer
8 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 was sworn in for a second term as president of Angola?
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632add491656651c9e9a73e2- 1Jeremias Chitundafalse
- 2Arlete Chimbindafalse
- 3Joao Lourencotrue
- 4Abdelmadjid Tebbounefalse
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Answer : 3. "Joao Lourenco "
Q: Garnet deposits in Rajasthan are found at:
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635c0d78a765b1141d9dbd11- 1Sawaimadhopurfalse
- 2Bundifalse
- 3Tonktrue
- 4Jaipurfalse
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Answer : 3. "Tonk"
Q: Which of these battles proved decisive in the Anglo-French rivalry in India?
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63897665a528960cccf226ce- 1Battle of Wandiwashtrue
- 2Battle of Plasseyfalse
- 3Battle of Seringapattnamfalse
- 4Battle of Mysorefalse
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Answer : 1. "Battle of Wandiwash"
Q: According to the Animal Census-2019, the total livestock population of Rajasthan is-
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- 2568.01 lakhtrue
- 3668.01 lakhfalse
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Answer : 2. "568.01 lakh"
Q: The indigenously made Atmospheric Water Generator (AWG) by which Navratna company can make water from the moisture in the atmosphere?
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63bd1ffb61d62119f1d2be87- 1Gail India Limitedfalse
- 2Bharat Electronics Limitedtrue
- 3Bharat Heavy Electronics Limitedfalse
- 4steel authority of Indiafalse
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Answer : 2. "Bharat Electronics Limited"
Q: What is Google Play Store?
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64940e1c13e8bde032354204- 1It is an international online software store developed by Google for Android devices.true
- 2It is an online store selling hardware devices for Android devices.false
- 3It is a chat program where people interact with each other.false
- 4It is a physical store where you can buy anythingfalse
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Answer : 1. "It is an international online software store developed by Google for Android devices."
Explanation :
1. It is an international online software store developed by Google for Android devices.
2. Google Play is an online store where people can find their favorite applications, games, movies, TV shows, books, and more.
3. There are 2 million applications and games available for billions of people in the world.
4. So far, developers have earned more than $120 billion from these.
Q: In which Indian state is the place where the Dandi Salt March took place today?
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64b182d4e154aff53366c415- 1Keralafalse
- 2Kashmirfalse
- 3Gujarattrue
- 4Delhifalse
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Answer : 3. "Gujarat"
Explanation :
1. The place where Dandi Salt March was carried out is today located in Gujarat state of India.
2. This place is on the coast of Arabian Sea near Dandi city.
3. Dandi March lasted from March 12, 1930 to April 6, 1930.
4. This journey was led by Mahatma Gandhi.
5. The purpose of this journey was to protest against the salt monopoly imposed by the British government.