GK Practice Question and Answer

Q:

In the context of Sufi traditions, what is the meaning of the word 'Sama'?

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    Recitation of sacred songs
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    Magic Tricks
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    Disciple
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    Ashram
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Answer : 1. "Recitation of sacred songs"
Explanation :

In the context of Sufi traditions, the meaning of the word 'sama' can be summed up in the following points:

1. Meaning: "to hear"

2. Nature: A Sufi Ceremony

3. Objective: To concentrate the mind in the remembrance of God and grow spiritually

4. Celebrations: Often include singing, playing instruments, dancing, poetry recitation and prayers, wearing symbolic costumes, and other rituals.

5. Genres: Charki, Mevlawi, Qawwali

6. Effect: A Powerful Spiritual Experience

Q:

Epiglottis is made up of which of the following tissues?

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    Ligament
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    Tendon
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    Cartilage
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    Bone
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Answer : 3. "Cartilage "

Q:

National Income include–

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    Financial help to earthquake victims
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    Poket money of a child
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    Winning of a lottery Prize
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    Construction of a new House
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Answer : 4. "Construction of a new House"
Explanation :

When new house is given on rent the factor income will increase. Hence, it will be part of National Income. Rests are part of Transfer Payment.

Q:

The Central Statistical Organisation (CSO) provides data under a new revised series in which the base year is taken as–

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    1960-61
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    1970-71
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    2011-12
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    1990-91
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Answer : 3. "2011-12 "
Explanation :

The CSO provides data under a new revised series in which the base year is taken as 2011–12.

Q:

To which of the following did Israel sell Haifa Port, a major trade hub on its Mediterranean coast for $1.2 billion?

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    Dubai Ports World
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    Terminal Investment Limited
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    Adani Ports
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    PSA International
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Answer : 3. "Adani Ports "

Q:

Which one of the following is a stringed musical instrument of Rajasthan?

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    Algoza
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    Jantar
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    Poongi
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    Bankia
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Answer : 2. "Jantar"

Q:

The book titled 'My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Actions' is an autobiography of:

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    Pratibha Patil
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    Atal Bihari Vajpayee
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    APJ Abdul Kalam
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    Lal Krishna Advani
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Answer : 3. "APJ Abdul Kalam"
Explanation :

1. The book titled 'My Journey: Transforming Dreams into Action' is written by former President of India, Dr. A.P.J. It is the autobiography of Abdul Kalam.

2. This book describes his journey from childhood to becoming the President of India.

3. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Saheb served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007.

4. Thus he came to be known as the Missile Man of India for his work on the development of ballistic missiles and launch vehicle technology.

Q:

When was “PM Vishwakarma Yojana” launched recently by Prime Minister Narendra Modi?

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    14 September 2023
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    16 September 2023
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    17 September 2023
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    18 September 2023
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Answer : 3. "17 September 2023"
Explanation :

1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the PM Vishwakarma Yojana on the occasion of Vishwakarma Jayanti on 17 September.

2. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched this scheme with his vision to provide support and skills to the people engaged in traditional crafts.

 3. The Central Government will spend Rs 13,000 crore on this scheme.

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