UPSC 2021: Weekly GK and Current Affairs Quiz Jul 31 – Aug 06 with Multiple Choice Questions and answers for IAS Exam Preparation other competitive exams like SSC, PCS, Banking exams, etc.
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UPSC 2021: Weekly GK and Current Affairs Quiz Jul 31 - Aug 06
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Question 1 of 30
1. Question
Category: Science and TechnologyConsider the following statements regarding Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark II (GSLV Mk II):
- It is a fourth-generation launch vehicle with a four-stage vehicle and four liquid strap-ons.
- The indigenously developed flight-proven Cryogenic Upper Stage (CUS) forms the third stage of GSLV Mk II.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Statement 2 is only correct. Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark II (GSLV Mk II) is the largest launch vehicle developed by India, which is currently in operation. This fourth-generation launch vehicle is a three-stage vehicle with four liquid strap-ons. The indigenously developed Cryogenic Upper Stage (CUS), which is flight-proven, forms the third stage of GSLV Mk II.
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Statement 2 is only correct. Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark II (GSLV Mk II) is the largest launch vehicle developed by India, which is currently in operation. This fourth-generation launch vehicle is a three-stage vehicle with four liquid strap-ons. The indigenously developed Cryogenic Upper Stage (CUS), which is flight-proven, forms the third stage of GSLV Mk II.
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Question 2 of 30
2. Question
Category: Science and TechnologyConsider the following statements regarding Orion Spacecraft:
- It is a human spacecraft for deep-space missions.
- It is the second such initiative by any country and the first initiative of China.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Statement 1 only is correct. Orion is NASA’s mission.
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Statement 1 only is correct. Orion is NASA’s mission.
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Question 3 of 30
3. Question
Category: G KWho publishes the Pneumonia and Diarrhea Progress Report?
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The International Vaccine Access Centre publishes the Pneumonia and Diarrhea Progress Report.
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The International Vaccine Access Centre publishes the Pneumonia and Diarrhea Progress Report.
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Question 4 of 30
4. Question
Category: Environment and EcologyConsider the following statements with respect to River Pampa:
- It is the longest river in Kerala.
- It originates in the Pulachimalai hill in the Western Ghats.
- It flows westwards and drains into Vembanad Lake.
Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The Pamba River (also called Pampa river) is the third-longest river in the South Indian state of Kerala after Periyar and Bharathappuzha. It originates in the Pulachimalai hill in the Western Ghats. It is a west flowing river. It flows westwards and empties into the Vembanad Lake.
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Statement 1 is incorrect. The Pamba River (also called Pampa river) is the third-longest river in the South Indian state of Kerala after Periyar and Bharathappuzha. It originates in the Pulachimalai hill in the Western Ghats. It is a west flowing river. It flows westwards and empties into the Vembanad Lake.
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Question 5 of 30
5. Question
Category: Environment and EcologyConsider the following statements:
- Palamau Tiger Reserve – Jharkhand
- Buxa Tiger Reserve – Maharashtra
- Dampa Tiger Reserve – Mizoram
- Satkosia Tiger Reserve – Odisha
Which of the above is/are correctly matched?
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1, 3 and 4 only are correctly matched. Buxa Tiger Reserve is located in West Bengal.
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1, 3 and 4 only are correctly matched. Buxa Tiger Reserve is located in West Bengal.
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Question 6 of 30
6. Question
Category: International RelationsConsider the following statements with respect to Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB):
- It is headquartered in Beijing, China.
- India is a member and has the second-largest shareholding and voting rights.
- Membership is open to members of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development or the Asian Development Bank.
- The bank allows non-sovereign entities of member countries to apply for membership.
Choose the correct option:
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All the statements are correct.
- The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is headquartered in Beijing, China.
- India is a member and has the second-largest shareholding and voting rights after China.
- The AIIB allows non-sovereign entities to apply for AIIB membership, assuming their home country is a member. Thus, sovereign wealth funds (such as the China Investment Corporation) or state-owned enterprises of member countries could potentially join the Bank.
- Its membership is open to members of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development or the Asian Development Bank.
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All the statements are correct.
- The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is headquartered in Beijing, China.
- India is a member and has the second-largest shareholding and voting rights after China.
- The AIIB allows non-sovereign entities to apply for AIIB membership, assuming their home country is a member. Thus, sovereign wealth funds (such as the China Investment Corporation) or state-owned enterprises of member countries could potentially join the Bank.
- Its membership is open to members of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development or the Asian Development Bank.
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Question 7 of 30
7. Question
Category: International RelationsThe “Five Eyes” alliance comprises which of the following countries?
- Canada
- Russia
- New Zealand
- Australia
- India
- United Kingdom
- United States
Choose the correct option:
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1, 3, 4, 6 and 7 only are correct. The Five Eyes, often abbreviated as FVEY, is an Anglophone intelligence alliance comprising Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States.
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1, 3, 4, 6 and 7 only are correct. The Five Eyes, often abbreviated as FVEY, is an Anglophone intelligence alliance comprising Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States.
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Question 8 of 30
8. Question
Category: EconomyConsider the following statements with respect to compensation cess:
- The cess will not be payable by exporters and those persons who have opted for compensation levy.
- The cess will compensate the states for any revenue loss on account of the implementation of GST.
- The input tax credit of this cess can be used to pay taxes like CGST, SGCT or IGST.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
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Statements 1 and 2 only are correct. The compensation cess will compensate the states for any revenue loss on account of the implementation of GST. This cess will not be payable by exporters and those persons who have opted for compensation levy. The input tax credit of this cess can be only used to pay compensation cess and not the other taxes like CGST, SGCT or IGST.
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Statements 1 and 2 only are correct. The compensation cess will compensate the states for any revenue loss on account of the implementation of GST. This cess will not be payable by exporters and those persons who have opted for compensation levy. The input tax credit of this cess can be only used to pay compensation cess and not the other taxes like CGST, SGCT or IGST.
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Question 9 of 30
9. Question
Category: GeographyWhich of the following tribes are Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups residing in the Andamans?
- Great Andamanese
- Jarawas
- Onges
- Shompens
- North Sentinelese
Choose the correct option:
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1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 are correct. The five Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups residing in Andamans are Great Andamanese, Jarawas, Onges, Shompens and North Sentinelese.
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1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 are correct. The five Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups residing in Andamans are Great Andamanese, Jarawas, Onges, Shompens and North Sentinelese.
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Question 10 of 30
10. Question
Category: PolityConsider the following statements:
- Articles 341 and 342 of the Constitution of India define who would be Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes with respect to any State or Union Territory.
- The Central List of Scheduled Castes and Tribes is notified by the President.
- The consent of the Parliament is required to exclude or include castes in the List.
Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?
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None of the above is incorrect. Articles 341 and 342 of the Constitution of India define who would be Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes with respect to any State or Union Territory. The Central List of Scheduled Castes and Tribes is notified by the President under Articles 341 and 342 of the Constitution. The consent of the Parliament is required to exclude or include castes in the List. States cannot unilaterally add or pull out castes from the List.
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None of the above is incorrect. Articles 341 and 342 of the Constitution of India define who would be Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes with respect to any State or Union Territory. The Central List of Scheduled Castes and Tribes is notified by the President under Articles 341 and 342 of the Constitution. The consent of the Parliament is required to exclude or include castes in the List. States cannot unilaterally add or pull out castes from the List.
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Question 11 of 30
11. Question
Category: EconomyConsider the following statements with respect to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC):
- It provides for a time-bound and market-linked resolution of stressed assets.
- It does not provide for the initiation of insolvency proceedings against personal guarantors of corporate debtors.
- Any person aggrieved by the order of the National Company Law Tribunal may make an appeal to the High Court.
Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?
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Statements 2 and 3 only are incorrect. Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code provides for a time-bound and market-linked resolution of stressed assets.
Any person aggrieved by the order of the National Company Law Tribunal may make an appeal to the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal. The Code also provides for the initiation of insolvency proceedings against personal guarantors of corporate debtors. The rule governing the initiation of the insolvency process against the personal guarantor to corporate borrowers came into effect from December 2019. It empowers creditors to file insolvency applications against personal guarantors under the IBC.Incorrect
Statements 2 and 3 only are incorrect. Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code provides for a time-bound and market-linked resolution of stressed assets.
Any person aggrieved by the order of the National Company Law Tribunal may make an appeal to the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal. The Code also provides for the initiation of insolvency proceedings against personal guarantors of corporate debtors. The rule governing the initiation of the insolvency process against the personal guarantor to corporate borrowers came into effect from December 2019. It empowers creditors to file insolvency applications against personal guarantors under the IBC. -
Question 12 of 30
12. Question
Category: PolityConsider the following statements:
- The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is termed as Question Hour and is mentioned in the Rules of Procedure of the House.
- Zero Hour is an informal device, not mentioned in any rules of the Parliament.
- The time immediately following the Question Hour is known as “Zero Hour”.
Which of the given statements is/are INCORRECT?
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None of the statements is incorrect. The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is termed as Question Hour. It is mentioned in the Rules of Procedure of the House. The time immediately following the Question Hour has come to be known as “Zero Hour”. Members can, with prior notice to the Speaker, raise issues of importance during this time. Unlike the Question Hour, the Zero Hour is not mentioned in the Rules of Procedure. Thus it is an informal device available to the members of the Parliament to raise matters without any prior notice.
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None of the statements is incorrect. The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is termed as Question Hour. It is mentioned in the Rules of Procedure of the House. The time immediately following the Question Hour has come to be known as “Zero Hour”. Members can, with prior notice to the Speaker, raise issues of importance during this time. Unlike the Question Hour, the Zero Hour is not mentioned in the Rules of Procedure. Thus it is an informal device available to the members of the Parliament to raise matters without any prior notice.
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Question 13 of 30
13. Question
Category: GeographyWhich of the following are the tributaries of River Mahanadi?
- Mand
- Ong
- Parry
- Musi
- Hasdeo
Choose the correct option:
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1, 2, 3 and 5 only are correct. Tributaries of River Mahanadi are Seonath (Shivnath), the Hasdeo, the Mand, the Ib, the Ong, the Tel, the Parry and the Jonk.
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1, 2, 3 and 5 only are correct. Tributaries of River Mahanadi are Seonath (Shivnath), the Hasdeo, the Mand, the Ib, the Ong, the Tel, the Parry and the Jonk.
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Question 14 of 30
14. Question
Category: GeographyWhich of these islands are part of the Lakshadweep Islands group?
- Kavaratti
- Agatti
- Minicoy
- Amini
- Kalpeni
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All five are part of the Lakshadweep Islands.
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All five are part of the Lakshadweep Islands.
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Question 15 of 30
15. Question
Category: PolityWhich of the following are NOT constitutional bodies?
- Central Board of Direct Taxes
- GST Council
- National Human Rights Commission
- Finance Commission
- National Commission for Backward Classes
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1 and 3 are not constitutional bodies. Central Board of Direct Taxes and the National Human Rights Commission are statutory bodies. The GST Council, Finance Commission and National Commission for Backward Classes are Constitutional bodies.
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1 and 3 are not constitutional bodies. Central Board of Direct Taxes and the National Human Rights Commission are statutory bodies. The GST Council, Finance Commission and National Commission for Backward Classes are Constitutional bodies.
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Question 16 of 30
16. Question
Category: Art and CultureConsider the following statements with respect to Pulikkali:
- It is a folk dance performed on the streets of Kerala as a part of Onam celebrations.
- It is performed to the rhythm of traditional percussion instruments such as mridangam and ghatam.
- The main theme of this folk art is tiger hunting.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
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Statements 1 and 3 only are correct. The literal meaning of Pulikkali is the ‘play of the tigers’ and hence, the performance revolves around the theme of tiger hunting. It is a folk dance performed on the streets of Kerala during Onam celebrations. The folk art form is performed to the rhythm of traditional percussion instruments such as thakil, udukku and chenda.
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Statements 1 and 3 only are correct. The literal meaning of Pulikkali is the ‘play of the tigers’ and hence, the performance revolves around the theme of tiger hunting. It is a folk dance performed on the streets of Kerala during Onam celebrations. The folk art form is performed to the rhythm of traditional percussion instruments such as thakil, udukku and chenda.
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Question 17 of 30
17. Question
Category: Current AffairsConsider the following statements with respect to UMANG App:
- It is a common unified platform for the delivery of services of various Government Departments through the mobile platform.
- It was developed by the National e-Governance Division (NeGD), Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY).
- The app hosts services such as Digilocker and e-RaktKosh.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
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All three are correct statements. The Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance (UMANG), is a Government of India all-in-one single unified secure multi-channel, multi-platform, multi-lingual, multi-service freeware mobile app for accessing over 841 services through 127 department central and state government services in multiple Indian languages. It is a common unified platform for the delivery of services of various Government Departments through the mobile platform. It was developed by the National e-Governance Division (NeGD), Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY). It hosts services such as digilocker, Parivahan Sewa – Vahan, Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojna, e-RaktKosh, Ayushman Bharat, etc.
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All three are correct statements. The Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance (UMANG), is a Government of India all-in-one single unified secure multi-channel, multi-platform, multi-lingual, multi-service freeware mobile app for accessing over 841 services through 127 department central and state government services in multiple Indian languages. It is a common unified platform for the delivery of services of various Government Departments through the mobile platform. It was developed by the National e-Governance Division (NeGD), Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY). It hosts services such as digilocker, Parivahan Sewa – Vahan, Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojna, e-RaktKosh, Ayushman Bharat, etc.
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Question 18 of 30
18. Question
Category: EconomyConsider the following statements with respect to Export Preparedness Index 2020:
- It is the first report to examine the export preparedness and performance of Indian states.
- It ranks states on Policy, Business Ecosystem, Export Ecosystem, and Export Performance.
- Coastal States are the best performers in EPI 2020.
Which of the given statements is/are INCORRECT?
Correct
All the statements are correct.
Incorrect
All the statements are correct.
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Question 19 of 30
19. Question
Category: GeographyGreece is bordered by which of the following countries?
- Albania
- Bulgaria
- Macedonia
- Turkey
- Romania
- Serbia
Choose the correct option:
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1, 2, 3 and 4 only are correct. Greece shares a land border with Albania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, and Turkey.
Incorrect
1, 2, 3 and 4 only are correct. Greece shares a land border with Albania, Bulgaria, Macedonia, and Turkey.
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Question 20 of 30
20. Question
Category: Environment and EcologyConsider the following statements with respect to the National Clean Air Programme:
- It aims to achieve a national-level target of 20-30% reduction of PM2.5 and PM10 concentration by 2024.
- It is a nationwide programme executed by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
- 2015 is the base year for the National Clean Air Programme.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
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Statements 1 and 2 only are correct. National Clean Air Programme is a nationwide programme executed by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). It aims to achieve a national-level target of 20-30% reduction of PM2.5 and PM10 concentration by 2024. 2017 is the base year for the National Clean Air Programme.
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Statements 1 and 2 only are correct. National Clean Air Programme is a nationwide programme executed by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). It aims to achieve a national-level target of 20-30% reduction of PM2.5 and PM10 concentration by 2024. 2017 is the base year for the National Clean Air Programme.
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Question 21 of 30
21. Question
Category: Science and TechnologyConsider the following statements with respect to Earth Observation Satellites:
- They are intended for uses such as environmental monitoring, meteorology, map making and disaster management.
- The Earth-observation satellites include the Resourcesat, RISAT series and the Oceansat series.
- They are placed in Geostationary orbit only.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
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Statements 1 and 2 only are correct. An Earth observation satellite or a remote sensing satellite is a satellite used or designed for Earth observation (EO) from orbit. They are intended for uses such as environmental monitoring, meteorology, map making and others. Currently, 13 operational Earth Observation satellites are in Sun-synchronous orbit and 4 in Geostationary orbit.
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Statements 1 and 2 only are correct. An Earth observation satellite or a remote sensing satellite is a satellite used or designed for Earth observation (EO) from orbit. They are intended for uses such as environmental monitoring, meteorology, map making and others. Currently, 13 operational Earth Observation satellites are in Sun-synchronous orbit and 4 in Geostationary orbit.
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Question 22 of 30
22. Question
Category: G KWhich of the following is India’s first aircraft carrier?
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INS Vikrant is India’s first aircraft carrier.
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INS Vikrant is India’s first aircraft carrier.
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Question 23 of 30
23. Question
Category: International RelationsConsider the following statements with respect to SCO Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS):
- It is a permanent organ of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation formed in 2004.
- It is headquartered in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
- It serves to promote cooperation of member states against terrorism, separatism and extremism.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
Correct
All the statements are correct.
Incorrect
All the statements are correct.
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Question 24 of 30
24. Question
Category: GeographyConsider the following statements with respect to Peacock Island:
- It is located in Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary.
- It is the world’s smallest inhabited river island.
- It houses a temple dedicated to the god Shiva and is also known as Umananda Island.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
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Statements 2 and 3 only are correct. Peacock Island is located in the middle of the river Brahmaputra, flowing through the city of Guwahati in Assam. It is the world’s smallest inhabited river island. It houses the Umananda temple and is also known as Umananda Island.
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Statements 2 and 3 only are correct. Peacock Island is located in the middle of the river Brahmaputra, flowing through the city of Guwahati in Assam. It is the world’s smallest inhabited river island. It houses the Umananda temple and is also known as Umananda Island.
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Question 25 of 30
25. Question
Category: GeographyConsider the following statements with respect to the Bonda Tribe:
- They are classified as a particularly vulnerable tribal group (PVTG).
- Bondas live in the state of Odisha.
- They speak the Remo language.
Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?
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None of the above is incorrect. Odisha’s Bonda tribe are classified as one of India’s Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). They speak the Remo language, one of the Mundari group of languages spoken by the Munda people.
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None of the above is incorrect. Odisha’s Bonda tribe are classified as one of India’s Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). They speak the Remo language, one of the Mundari group of languages spoken by the Munda people.
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Question 26 of 30
26. Question
Category: HistoryWhich of the following was not composed by Kalidasa?
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Mrichchhakatikam was composed by Shudraka.
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Mrichchhakatikam was composed by Shudraka.
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Question 27 of 30
27. Question
Category: Current AffairsWhich of the following is/are correct about Dholavira?
- It is located on the island of Khadir.
- It is the 40th site from India to get the UNESCO’s World Heritage tag.
Options:
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Both statements are correct.
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Both statements are correct.
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Question 28 of 30
28. Question
Category: HistoryWhich of the following is/are correct about the Vedic Civilisation?
- The people worshipped natural forces like earth, fire, wind, rain, thunder, etc. by personifying them into deities.
- There was no idol worship.
Options:
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Both statements are correct.
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Both statements are correct.
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Question 29 of 30
29. Question
Category: HistoryWhich of the following is/are correct?
- The Thousand Pillar Temple located in Hanmakonda was built by Rudradeva of the Kakatiya dynasty.
- The early members of the Kakatiya dynasty were believed to have been Jains of the Digambara sect.
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Both are correct.
Incorrect
Both are correct.
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Question 30 of 30
30. Question
Category: Art and CultureWhich of the following is/are correct?
- Basavanna is the founding saint of the Lingayat sect.
- Lingayatism rejects the caste system.
Options:
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Both statements are correct.
Incorrect
Both statements are correct.
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