GK Practice Question and Answer

Q:

Which of the following writs means “By what authority”? 

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    Mandamus
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    Certiorari
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    Quo warranto
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    Habeas Corpus
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Answer : 3. "Quo warranto "
Explanation :

The writ of quo warranto means "by what authority". It is issued by the Supreme Court or High Court to question the authority of a government office. The writ is used to prevent people from illegally taking over public offices. 


Q:

When Mahatma Gandhi was arrested who among the following took over the leadership of Salt Satyagraha? 

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    Vinoba Bhave
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    Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel
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    Abbas Tyabji
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    Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad
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Answer : 3. "Abbas Tyabji "
Explanation :

Mahatma Gandhi appointed Tyabji, at age seventy-six, to replace him as leader of the Salt Satyagraha in May 1930 after Gandhi's arrest.

Q:

In which session of Congress the demand of “Poorna Swaraj” was accepted as the aim of the Congress? 

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    Calcutta
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    Madras
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    Nagpur
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    Lahore
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Answer : 4. "Lahore "
Explanation :

The demand for "Poorna Swaraj" (Complete Independence) as the aim of the Indian National Congress was officially accepted during the Lahore Session of the Congress in 1929. The Lahore Session, also known as the Lahore Congress, is particularly famous for the resolution of Poorna Swaraj, which laid the foundation for the independence movement in India. The resolution was passed on December 31, 1929.

Q:

Which of the following denotes awarding a lesser sentence in place of one originally awarded due to some special grounds? 

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    Respite
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    Commute
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    Remission
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    Pardon
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Answer : 1. "Respite"

Q:

Which of the following statement is incorrect about Habeas Corpus?  

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    It reviews the legality of the prisoner ' s imprisonment .
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    It was originally a part of the English system of civil liberties
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    Only the detained person can apply for the writ
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    All are correct
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Answer : 3. "Only the detained person can apply for the writ "
Explanation :

The incorrect statement about Habeas Corpus among the options provided is: "Only the detained person can apply for the writ."

In reality, Habeas Corpus can be applied for by anyone, not just the detained person. This legal remedy is often used to protect individuals from unlawful detention, and friends, family members, or even organizations can file a petition for the writ on behalf of the person being held. So, the correct answer is the third statement, "Only the detained person can apply for the writ."

Q:

Who acts as the channel of communication between the President and the council Minister?

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    Chairman, Rajya Sabha
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    Speaker of Lok Sabha
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    Vice - President
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    Prime Minister
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Answer : 4. "Prime Minister "
Explanation :

In parliamentary systems of government, the Prime Minister often serves as the key channel of communication between the head of state (such as the President or Monarch) and the council of ministers or cabinet. The Prime Minister is typically the leader of the executive branch and is responsible for coordinating government policies and decisions.

Q:

Who was Lekh Tandon?

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    Indian Filmmaker and Actor
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    Indian Writer and Dancer
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    Indian Composer and Doctor
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    Indian Producer and Musician
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    None of the given options is true
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Answer : 1. "Indian Filmmaker and Actor"
Explanation :

Lekh Tandon (13 February 1929 – 15 October 2017)[1][2] was an Indian filmmaker and actor. He had directed numerous Bollywood movies and Indian TV Serials. He gained national fame due to success of his directorial ventures Professor (1962 film), Prince (1969 film), Ek Baar Kaho and Agar Tum Na Hote. His films Amrapali starring Vyjanthimala and Agar Tum Na Hote with Rajesh Khanna in the lead role are considered as classics. Later after 2000, he had acted in movies such as Swades, Rang De Basanti, Chennai Express and Chaarfutiya Chhokare. He was the brother of Urdu playwright Yograj Tandon.

Q:

Which organ of UNO is considered as world parliament? 

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    General Assembly
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    Security Council
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    International Court of Justice
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    Trusteeship Council
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Answer : 1. "General Assembly "
Explanation :

The organ of UN which is referred to as the Parliament is the United Nations General Assembly. All member nations have equal representation in the General Assembly. It is the main deliberative, policy-making, and representative organ of the UN.

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