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26. Consider the following statements in respect of a jet engine and a rocket.
1. Both a jet engine and a rocket engine function by expelling hot gases opposite to the direction of desired acceleration.
2. A rocket carries its own supply of oxygen for combustion.
3. A jet engine requires oxygen from the atmosphere for combustion.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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27. Mahamastakabhisheka, a festival held once every twelve years, is related to
A. Jainism
B. Buddhism
C. Alvars
D. Nayanars
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28. Who among the following is/are the members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)?
1. Japan
2. Saudi Arabia
3. Afghanistan
4. South Korea
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 4 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 3 only
D. None of the above
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29. Albedo is the fraction of solar energy which is
A. Reflected from the Earth back into space
B. Absorbed by autotrophic organisms
C. Directly incident on Goldilocks zones
D. Captured by clouds
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30. The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has launched BGR-34. It is the country's first
A. Fast Breeder Thorium Reactor
B. Anti-diabetic ayurvedic drug
C. Centralized database system for tackling cyber crimes
D. Molecular distillation technology to process shale gas from rocks
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31. Consider the following about the Bharhut Stupa.
1. The Shungas improvised the art work at Bharhut.
2. Jataka tales have been depicted on its railings.
3. Queen Maya's dream has been depicted at Bharhut.
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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32. The Vesara style of temple combination of mainly
A. Dravida and Nagara styles
B. Hoysala and Halebidu styles
C. Nagara and Hoysala Styles
D. Dravida and Halebidu Styles
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33. Consider the following about the Treaty of Madras 1769.
1. It was signed between the Mysore and the British East India Company.
2. The treaty allowed for the annexation of the signing Kingdom by the British.
3. It brought an end to the First Carnatic War.
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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34. Peitra Dura is
A. A decorative art made using polished coloured stones
B. A royal weaving pattern mentioned in Akbarnama
C. A handmade decorative blade fitted with gemstones to showcase military victories
D. A miniature painting of natural colours often found in Mughal Darbars
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35. Naqqar khana was
A. A drum house from where ceremonial music was played in Mughal palaces
B. A prayer hall indicating the direction of Mecca
C. The discussion hall for secret courtly affairs in the Mughal palaces
D. Made to host foreign dignitaries in Mughal complexes
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36. Consider the following statements about Madam Bhikaji Cama.
1. She co-founded the Paris Indian Society.
2. She has once served as the president of the British Committee of the Indian National Congress (INC).
3. She unfurled the National Flag at the International Socialist Conference in Paris in 1907.
4. She has served as the Secretary General of the Indian Home Rule Society.
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2, 3 and 4 only
C. 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 4 only
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37. Why RBI is called as the 'lender of last resort'?
A. If commercial banks refuse to give loan to a poor, he can always turn to RBI for approval.
B. It acts as a guarantor for banks and extends loans to ensure the solvency of the latter.
C. All heavy infrastructure projects that cannot be financed by individual banks are financed by the RBI.
D. It is the last agency to assess the credit worthiness of borrowers.
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38. Mansabdari system was introduced by Akbar. What did 'Mansab' of an officer imply in the system?
1. Salary of the officer
2. Land granted to the Officer
3. Number of soldiers maintained by the officer
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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39. 'Shadow zone' of an earthquake refers to the zone where
A. Tendency of experiencing an earthquake is the maximum
B. The destruction is highest due to the hypocentre being below the zone
C. Earthquake waves reflect back due to the presence of large ocean beds
D. None of the above
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40. Rotavirus vaccination project aims to tackle which of the following diseases?
A. Malaria
B. Hepatitis B
C. Chikungunya
D. Diarrhoea
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41. Coriolis force plays a role in which of the following?
1. Formation of meanders
2. Direction of trade winds
3. Directing Jet Streams
4. Impact crater
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1, 2 and 4 only
B. 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3 only
D. 2 only
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42. Osmosis performs which of the following functions in plants?
1. It helps plants in photosynthesis.
2. The roots absorb water through osmosis.
Which of the above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None
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43. The Bay of Fundy in Canada is known for
A. Highest amount of freshwater flooding the seas
B. Highest tidal range in the world
C. Having largest number of natural harbour sites
D. Highest frequency of cyclones hitting a bay in the world
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44. Jataka tales have been painted in
A. Warli Temple
B. Ajanta Caves
C. Lepakshi Temple
D. Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka
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45. Which of the following can be used to disinfect water?
1. Ozone
2. UV radiation
3. Iodine
4. Bromine
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2, 3 and 4 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. All of the above
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46. What do you understand by the term "Sea floor spreading"?
A. Forward advancement of the ocean floor towards shorelines
B. Accumulation of thick organic deposits at the sea bed
C. Expansion of new sea bed due to silt brought by freshwater rivers
D. None of the above
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47. The "Home charges" mentioned in the drain theory by Dadabhai Naoroji included
1. Profits from local trade monopolies by the British
2. Remittances out of British official's income sent to Europe
3. Charges of British administrative setup in India
Select the correct answer using the codes below.
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. None of the above
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48. Which of the following state celebrate festival ‘KAMBALA’?
A. Karnataka
B. Punjab
C. Himachal Pradesh
D. Odisha
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49. Which ministry launched ‘SHe-box’ portal?
A. Ministry of Defence
B. Ministry of Home Affairs
C. Ministry of Women and Child Development
D. Ministry of Telecom
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50. ‘Quad Talks’ recently in news, which of the following country is not part of this Quadrilateral?
A. Pakistan
B. USA
C. India
D. Australia
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