Common GK Practice Question and Answer

Q:

Which of the following refers to hypotheses which are confirmed by varied tests?

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    Assumption
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    Theory
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    Answer
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    Opinion
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Answer : 2. "Theory"
Explanation :

When hypothesis are confirmed by varied tests then it becomes theory. A theory is always backed by evidence; a hypothesis is only a suggested possible outcome, and is testable and falsifiable.

Q:

In which year did the postal index system begin in India?

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    1952
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    1998
    Correct
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    1972
    Correct
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    1970
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Answer : 3. "1972"

Q:

How much distance was traveled by first train of India?

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    33 km
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    36 km
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    34 km
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    46 km
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Answer : 3. "34 km"

Q:

What is the term of office of a temporary member of the UN Security Council?

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    3 years
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    6 months
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    1 year
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    2 years
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Answer : 4. "2 years"
Explanation :

The term of office for a temporary member of the UN Security Council is 2 years.

Non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council are elected for a term of two years. These members are elected by the United Nations General Assembly, and five of them are elected each year. The rotation ensures that there is a turnover of membership, bringing in new countries to contribute to the Security Council's work and decision-making processes. This system is designed to provide a degree of continuity while allowing for diverse representation from various regions of the world.

Q:

Which of the following is not a classical dance?

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    Odyssey
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    Manipuri
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    Garba
    Correct
    Wrong
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    Kathak
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Answer : 3. "Garba"

Q:

The Constituent Assembly was founded by

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    Cripps proposal
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    Mountbatten Plan
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    Cabinet Mission Plan
    Correct
    Wrong
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    None of these
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Answer : 3. "Cabinet Mission Plan"

Q:

 Which of the following was adopted from the Maurya dynasty in the emblem of Government of India? 

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    Four Lions
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    Chariot Wheel
    Correct
    Wrong
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    Horse
    Correct
    Wrong
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    Words 'Satyameva Jayate'
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Answer : 1. "Four Lions "
Explanation :

The Lion Capital of Ashoka, a sculpture with four lions standing back to back, was originally erected by Emperor Ashoka in Sarnath, and it is now preserved at the Sarnath Museum. The emblem is an adaptation of this historic symbol and is used as the national emblem of India.

Q:

What is Bharat 22?

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    Name of a new solar lamp
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    New Wing of SEBI
    Correct
    Wrong
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    Exchange Traded Fund (ETF)
    Correct
    Wrong
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    none of these
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Answer : 3. "Exchange Traded Fund (ETF)"

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