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Category Description: India is a vast and diverse country located in South Asia. It is the world's second-most populous nation, with a rich cultural heritage and a complex history. India is known for its vibrant traditions, ancient civilizations, and stunning landscapes. It is a land of contrasts, with bustling cities, serene rural villages, and breathtaking natural beauty. India is a melting pot of cultures, religions, and languages, reflecting its diverse population. The country is home to some of the world's most iconic landmarks, such as the Taj Mahal, the Red Fort, and the Hawa Mahal. India is a rapidly developing nation with a growing economy and a vibrant democracy.
Q1. Who was primarily responsible for writing the influential series of nationalist articles published in the Bande Mataram newspaper in 1907?
Q1. Who was primarily responsible for writing the influential series of nationalist articles published in the Bande Mataram newspaper in 1907?
Answer: (C) Sri Aurobindo Ghosh
While the Bande Mataram newspaper was started by Bipin Chandra Pal, the powerful series of articles that appeared in 1907, known for their fervent nationalist ideology and call for complete independence, were largely penned and edited by Sri Aurobindo Ghosh. These writings played a significant role in shaping the Indian nationalist movement during that period.
Q2. When did Jallianwala Bagh massacre took place?
Q2. When did Jallianwala Bagh massacre took place?
Answer: (C) 1919
The Jallianwala Bagh massacre took place on 13 April 1919 in Amritsar. It occurred on Baisakhi Day when a large crowd gathered at Jallianwala Bagh to peacefully protest against the repressive measures of the British.
Q3. India conducted its first nuclear explosion in
Q3. India conducted its first nuclear explosion in
Answer: (A) 1974
1974 India conducted its first nuclear tests on May 18, 1974, in Pokhran, Rajasthan, as part of the 'Smiling Buddha' operation.
Q4. Who designed the National flag of India?
Q4. Who designed the National flag of India?
Answer: (C) Pingali Venkayya
The National Flag of India was designed by Pingali Venkayya in 1921. It was a tricolour Flag with Saffron, White, and Green, with the Ashok Chakra at the centre. The National Flag was adopted on 22nd July 1947.
Q5. Who was the first woman to receive "Bharat Ratna"?
Q5. Who was the first woman to receive "Bharat Ratna"?
Answer: (B) Indira Gandhi
Indira Gandhi
Q6. Which state has the maximum number of seats in the Rajya Sabha in India
Q6. Which state has the maximum number of seats in the Rajya Sabha in India
Answer: (D) Uttar Pradesh
As of January 2022, Uttar Pradesh has the maximum number of seats in the Rajya Sabha, with 31 members. The number of seats varies from state to state, and is allocated according to the Fourth Schedule of the Constitution. The Rajya Sabha, or "Council of States", is the upper house of the Parliament of India, with a maximum potential seating capacity of 250 members. After the Jammu and Kashmir (Reorganisation) Act, 2019, the current seating capacity is 245, with 233 elected members and 12 appointed members.
Q7. When did the Aryans came to India?
Q7. When did the Aryans came to India?
Answer: (B) Between 2000 BCE and 1500 BCE
The Aryans migrated to the Indian subcontinent in 1500 BCE (between 2000 BCE and 1500 BCE). They were a large community of nomadic cattle herders who came from central Asia. They crossed the Hindu Kush Mountains and came into contact with the Indus Valley Civilization.
Q8. Where is the Shore Temple located?
Q8. Where is the Shore Temple located?
Answer: (A) Mahabalipuram
The Shore Temple is a complex of temples and shrines that overlooks the shore of the Bay of Bengal. It is located in Mahabalipuram, about 60 kilometres (37 mi) south of Chennai in Tamil Nadu, India.
Q9. Reserve Bank of India was established in the year?
Q9. Reserve Bank of India was established in the year?
Answer: (D) 1935
The Reserve Bank of India was established on April 1, 1935 in accordance with the provisions of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. The Central Office of the Reserve Bank was initially established in Kolkata but was permanently moved to Mumbai in 1937.
Q10. Which of the following Indian states does not have a coastline?
Q10. Which of the following Indian states does not have a coastline?
Answer: (D) Rajasthan
Rajasthan
Q11. On which of the following river banks is the city Agra located?
Q11. On which of the following river banks is the city Agra located?
Answer: (A) Yamuna
Agra is a city on the banks of the river Yamuna in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh, India. Agra is known for Mughal Architecture Taj Mahal which was built in 1653 by Shah Jahan. It is one of the seven wonders of the world and is appraised to be the most popular tourist attraction in the country.
Q12. What is Madol?
Q12. What is Madol?
Answer: (A) An instrument
A Madol is a double-sided barrel drum, a percussion instrument widely used by various ethnic groups in Northeast India, particularly in Assam, Sikkim, and among communities of Nepali origin. It's an important part of their folk music and cultural performances. It is often played during festivals, dances, and other cultural events.
Q13. Who was the first governor general of free India?
Q13. Who was the first governor general of free India?
Answer: (C) Lord Mountbatten
Lord Mountbatten (1947-48) was the last viceroy of the British Indian Empire and the first Governor-General of independent India.
Q14. Who established the Hindu Dharma Sangrakshini Sabha in the year 1893?
Q14. Who established the Hindu Dharma Sangrakshini Sabha in the year 1893?
Answer: (D) Damodar Chapekar and Balkrishna Chapekar
The Hindu Dharma Sangrakshini Sabha was founded in 1893 by the Chapekar brothers, Damodar Hari Chapekar and Balkrishna Hari Chapekar. This organization aimed to protect and promote Hindu religious traditions and address social and political issues of the time from a Hindu perspective.
Q15. Which of the following is not native to India?
Q15. Which of the following is not native to India?
Answer: (A) Chimpanzee
Chimpanzees are not native to India. Chimpanzees are primarily found in the forests and savannahs of Central and West Africa.
Q16. How many days did Chandrayaan 3 take to reach the moon's surface?
Q16. How many days did Chandrayaan 3 take to reach the moon's surface?
Answer: (D) 40 days
40 days
Q17. The Kaziranga National Park is famous for the conservation of:
Q17. The Kaziranga National Park is famous for the conservation of:
Answer: (C) One-horned Rhinoceros
Kaziranga National Park, located in Assam, India, is renowned worldwide for its exceptional conservation efforts, particularly for the one-horned rhinoceros. It hosts the largest population of this critically endangered species.
Q18. Which type of an economic model India follows?
Q18. Which type of an economic model India follows?
Answer: (C) Mixed
Mixed
Q19. Who was the first female governor of India?
Q19. Who was the first female governor of India?
Answer: (C) Sarojini Naidu
Sarojini Naidu
Q20. Who was the viceroy of India during the partition of Bengal?
Q20. Who was the viceroy of India during the partition of Bengal?
Answer: (B) Lord Curzon
Bengal was partitioned on October 16, 1905, by Viceroy Lord Curzon. The British cited the administrative reasons for the partition of Bengal. The plan was to carve out modern-day Bangladesh and Assam as East Bengal and make Dhaka as the new capital.