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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. What day India will celebrate on August 23 to commemorate the achievement of Chandrayaan-3?
Q1. What day India will celebrate on August 23 to commemorate the achievement of Chandrayaan-3?
Answer: (C) National Space Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Saturday, declared August 23 as the National Space Day to commemorate the remarkable achievement of Chandrayaan-3's landing on the moon.
Q2. To which dynasty did the earliest mythological ruler of Kamrupa belong?
Q2. To which dynasty did the earliest mythological ruler of Kamrupa belong?
Answer: (A) Danava Dynasty
Narakasura, the earliest mythological ruler of Kamrupa, is traditionally associated with the Danava dynasty. This dynasty is primarily found in mythological and Puranic literature.
Q3. Who was hanged along with Maniram Dewan?
Q3. Who was hanged along with Maniram Dewan?
Answer: (A) Piyali Barua
Maniram Dewan and Piyali Barua were charged with treason. On 26 February 1858, they were both hanged by the British in public at Jorhat. Their capital punishment shocked the entire Assam valley, which had not witnessed such public executions for a long time.
Q4. What served as the capital for the Varmanas?
Q4. What served as the capital for the Varmanas?
Answer: (C) Pragjyotishpur
The Varmana dynasty ruled over the ancient kingdom of Kamarupa, which is now primarily located in the state of Assam, India. Pragjyotishpura served as the capital of this powerful dynasty.
Q5. Which is considered to be the oldest discovery of the Indus Valley Civilization?
Q5. Which is considered to be the oldest discovery of the Indus Valley Civilization?
Answer: (D) Bhirdana
Bhirrana, aka Bhirdana and Birhana
Q6. Which mythical underground river is considered to have joined Ganga and Yamuna at Triveni Sangam of Prayagraj (formerly Prayag of Allahabad)?
Q6. Which mythical underground river is considered to have joined Ganga and Yamuna at Triveni Sangam of Prayagraj (formerly Prayag of Allahabad)?
Answer: (C) Saraswati
The Saraswati River is a mythical underground river that is said to join the Ganges and Yamuna rivers at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj (formerly Prayag of Allahabad). The Saraswati is invisible and flows underground, joining the other two rivers from below. The muddy and pale-yellow waters of the Ganga merge with the blue waters of Yamuna at Triveni Sangam.
Q7. When did British first visit Assam?
Q7. When did British first visit Assam?
Answer: (C) 1792
The Assam proper i.e.the Brahmaputra Valley came under the British contact during the tenure of the Ahom King Gaurinath Singh(1769-80) when he sought for military help to control the uprising of the Moamarias. Lord Cornwallis, the then Governor General sent Capt. Welsh in September,1792.
Q8. Which of the following article of Constitution of India deals with the impeachment of the President?
Q8. Which of the following article of Constitution of India deals with the impeachment of the President?
Answer: (A) Article 61
Article 61
Q9. In India, Coins are minted in which cities?
Q9. In India, Coins are minted in which cities?
Answer: (A) Mumbai, Hyderabad, Calcutta and Noida
Coins are minted in four mints owned by the Government of India. The mints are located at Mumbai, Hyderabad, Calcutta and Noida. The Department of Currency Management receives notes from four currency note printing presses. Two of the currency note printing presses are owned by the Government of India and two are owned by the Reserve Bank, through its wholly owned subsidiary, the Bharatiya Reserve Bank Note Mudran Ltd. (BRBNML). The government owned presses are at Nasik (Western India) and Dewas (Central India). The other two presses are at Mysore (Southern India) and Salboni (Eastern India).
Mumbai, Hyderabad, Calcutta and Noida
Coins are minted in four mints owned by the Government of India. The mints are located at Mumbai, Hyderabad, Calcutta and Noida. The Department of Currency Management receives notes from four currency note printing presses. Two of the currency note printing presses are owned by the Government of India and two are owned by the Reserve Bank, through its wholly owned subsidiary, the Bharatiya Reserve Bank Note Mudran Ltd. (BRBNML). The government owned presses are at Nasik (Western India) and Dewas (Central India). The other two presses are at Mysore (Southern India) and Salboni (Eastern India).
Q10. Who established the Hindu Dharma Sangrakshini Sabha in the year 1893?
Q10. 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.
Q11. Goecha La pass is located in which state?
Q11. Goecha La pass is located in which state?
Answer: (A) Sikkim
Goecha La pass is located in the Gyalshing district of Sikkim, India, at an altitude of 16,207 ft (4,940 m) in the Himalayan range. The pass is close to the Nepal border and offers views of the southeast face of Kanchenjunga, the world's third highest mountain. It's also a base camp for people who want to climb the mountain.
Q12. Which of the following Indian rulers was defeated by Mahmud Ghazni in his first attack in the year 1001 AD?
Q12. Which of the following Indian rulers was defeated by Mahmud Ghazni in his first attack in the year 1001 AD?
Answer: (D) Jaipal
In 1001AD when Mohmud of Ghazni invaded India for the purpose of loot. He was attacked by the Hindu Shahi army of Jaypala, near Peshawar. Jayapala got defeated in the battle.
Q13. India conducted its first nuclear explosion in
Q13. 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.
Q14. What is the maximum period for which a person can remain a Minister for the state government without being a member of the state legislative?
Q14. What is the maximum period for which a person can remain a Minister for the state government without being a member of the state legislative?
Answer: (C) 6 months
A person who is not a member of State Legislature can be appointed as Chief Minister for 6 months, within which time, he should be elected to the state legislature, failing which he ceases to be Chief Minister.
Q15. The controversial Ilbert Bill of 1833 in British India was introduced by
Q15. The controversial Ilbert Bill of 1833 in British India was introduced by
Answer: (B) Lord Ripon
Lord Ripoon
Q16. Which article of the Indian Constitution contains the fundamental duties of Indian citizens?
Q16. Which article of the Indian Constitution contains the fundamental duties of Indian citizens?
Answer: (C) Article 51A
The 42nd constitutional amendment added part IV A and Article 51A to the Indian constitution.
Q17. Which is officially the National tree of India?
Q17. Which is officially the National tree of India?
Answer: (B) Banyan
The Banyan tree (Ficus benghalensis) is the national tree of India. It was adopted as the national tree in 1950. The Banyan tree is native to the Indian subcontinent and can be found in tropical and subtropical parts of India. It is a member of the fig family and can live and regenerate for thousands of years. Banyan trees are the largest trees in the world by canopy coverage. The Banyan tree and the Peepal tree are among the most revered trees in India.
Q18. 'Heart and soul' of Indian Constitution is
Q18. 'Heart and soul' of Indian Constitution is
Answer: (B) Article 32
Article 32
Q19. The 'Dhola-Sadia Bridge,' one of the longest bridges in India, connects Assam with which state?
Q19. The 'Dhola-Sadia Bridge,' one of the longest bridges in India, connects Assam with which state?
Answer: (B) Arunachal Pradesh
The Dhola-Sadia Bridge, officially known as the Bhupen Hazarika Setu, spans the Lohit River, a tributary of the Brahmaputra, and connects Dhola in Assam with Sadia in Arunachal Pradesh. This bridge significantly reduces travel time between the two states and improves connectivity in the region. It is one of the longest river bridges in India.
Q20. Ustad Bismillah Khan was a famous ______________ player.
Q20. Ustad Bismillah Khan was a famous ______________ player.
Answer: (B) Shehnai
Ustad Bismillah Khan used to play Shehnai. Ustad Bismillah Khan (1916 – 2006) (Real name is Qamaruddin Khan), was an Indian musician credited with popularizing the Shehnai.