Q1. The largest public sector undertaking in the country is? Q1. The largest public sector undertaking in the country is?
(A) Railways (A) Railways
(B) Airways (B) Airways
(C) Roadways (C) Roadways
(D) Iron and Steel Plants (D) Iron and Steel Plants
Answer: (A) Railways Answer: (A) Railways
Indian Railways is widely regarded as the largest public sector undertaking (PSU) in India. Its distinction comes not just from its significant contribution to the economy but primarily from its vast operational network, which spans across the entire country, and its status as one of the world's largest employers (with over 1.2 million employees). It is the backbone of India's transport infrastructure, facilitating both passenger and freight movement on a massive scale. While other PSUs might lead in terms of revenue (like IOCL or ONGC) or market capitalization (like SBI), Indian Railways' sheer scale of operations and human resource base makes it the single largest public sector entity.Indian Railways is widely regarded as the largest public sector undertaking (PSU) in India. Its distinction comes not just from its significant contribution to the economy but primarily from its vast operational network, which spans across the entire country, and its status as one of the world's largest employers (with over 1.2 million employees). It is the backbone of India's transport infrastructure, facilitating both passenger and freight movement on a massive scale. While other PSUs might lead in terms of revenue (like IOCL or ONGC) or market capitalization (like SBI), Indian Railways' sheer scale of operations and human resource base makes it the single largest public sector entity.
Q1. To which dynasty did the earliest mythological ruler of Kamrupa belong? Q1. To which dynasty did the earliest mythological ruler of Kamrupa belong?
Narakasura, the earliest mythological ruler of Kamrupa, is traditionally associated with the Danava dynasty. This dynasty is primarily found in mythological and Puranic literature.Narakasura, the earliest mythological ruler of Kamrupa, is traditionally associated with the Danava dynasty. This dynasty is primarily found in mythological and Puranic literature.
Q2. Where in Northeast India is Kangla fort located? Q2. Where in Northeast India is Kangla fort located?
(A) Agartala (A) Agartala
(B) Gangtok (B) Gangtok
(C) Itanagar (C) Itanagar
(D) Imphal (D) Imphal
Answer: (D) Imphal Answer: (D) Imphal
Kangla Fort, also known as Kangla Palace, is located in Imphal, the capital of Manipur. Some say the fort is located in the heart of the city, surrounded by a trench and the Imphal River.Kangla Fort, also known as Kangla Palace, is located in Imphal, the capital of Manipur. Some say the fort is located in the heart of the city, surrounded by a trench and the Imphal River.
Q4. The provisions for creation and abolition of Legislative Councils in any State is included in Indian Constitution under Q4. The provisions for creation and abolition of Legislative Councils in any State is included in Indian Constitution under
Q5. Where is thar desert located in India? Q5. Where is thar desert located in India?
(A) Ladakh (A) Ladakh
(B) Rajasthan (B) Rajasthan
(C) Jammu and Kashmir (C) Jammu and Kashmir
(D) Kerala (D) Kerala
Answer: (B) Rajasthan Answer: (B) Rajasthan
The Great Indian Desert is also known as the Thar Desert. It is located partly in Rajasthan, and partly in Punjab and Sindh. Jaisalmer and Bikaner are cities in Rajasthan which are located in the desert region.The Great Indian Desert is also known as the Thar Desert. It is located partly in Rajasthan, and partly in Punjab and Sindh. Jaisalmer and Bikaner are cities in Rajasthan which are located in the desert region.
Q6. When did Subhas Chandra Bose died? Q6. When did Subhas Chandra Bose died?
(A) 1942 (A) 1942
(B) 1945 (B) 1945
(C) 1943 (C) 1943
(D) 1944 (D) 1944
Answer: (B) 1945 Answer: (B) 1945
Subhas Chandra Bose reportedly died in a Japanese hospital in Taiwan from burn injuries on August 18, 1945, as a result of a plane crash while fleeing Southeast Asia, days after World War II ended with the surrender of Japan (which had been supporting Bose and his liberation army).Subhas Chandra Bose reportedly died in a Japanese hospital in Taiwan from burn injuries on August 18, 1945, as a result of a plane crash while fleeing Southeast Asia, days after World War II ended with the surrender of Japan (which had been supporting Bose and his liberation army).
Q7. The Bogibeel Bridge, India's longest rail-cum-road bridge, spans which river in Assam? Q7. The Bogibeel Bridge, India's longest rail-cum-road bridge, spans which river in Assam?
(A) Brahmaputra (A) Brahmaputra
(B) Barak (B) Barak
(C) Subansiri (C) Subansiri
(D) Lohit (D) Lohit
Answer: (A) Brahmaputra Answer: (A) Brahmaputra
The Bogibeel Bridge is a 4.94 km long combined road and rail bridge located on the Brahmaputra River in Assam, India. It connects the districts of Dhemaji and Dibrugarh.The Bogibeel Bridge is a 4.94 km long combined road and rail bridge located on the Brahmaputra River in Assam, India. It connects the districts of Dhemaji and Dibrugarh.
Q9. When did the Aryans came to India? Q9. When did the Aryans came to India?
(A) Between 5000 BCE and 3000 BCE (A) Between 5000 BCE and 3000 BCE
(B) Between 2000 BCE and 1500 BCE (B) Between 2000 BCE and 1500 BCE
(C) Between 3000 BCE and 2000 BCE (C) Between 3000 BCE and 2000 BCE
(D) Between 1000 BCE and 500 BCE (D) Between 1000 BCE and 500 BCE
Answer: (B) Between 2000 BCE and 1500 BCE 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.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.
