1. Bikini Day is observed in which of the following countries?
[A] Japan
[B] United States
[C] Canada
[D] France
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Correct Answer: A [ Japan ]
Notes:
Bikini Day is observed in Japan in memory of the victims of the hydrogen bomb explosion on March 1, 1954. It is so named because radioactive ashes from the US explosion fell on fishing vessels in the vicinity of Bikini Atoll, where the explosion took place.
2. India’s Pinaka weapon / weapon system can be placed in which of the following categories?
[A] Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher
[B] Ballistic Missile
[C] Anti-Missile System
[D] Cruise Missile
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Correct Answer: A [Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher]
Notes:
Pinaka is an indigenous multi-barrel rocket launch (MBRL) system developed by DRDO for Indian Army. It is one of the most reliable and effective weapon systems of the Indian Army. Complete Pinaka MBRL has six launcher vehicles, each having 12 rockets with six loader-replenishment vehicles and two command post vehicles with a fire control computer and DIGICORA MET radar. It was used in 1999 Kargil war in which it proved its worth.
3. Which among the following is not correctly matched?
[A] International Migrants Day – December 18
[B] International Volunteer Day – December 5
[C] International Day of Older Persons – October 1
[D] All matched correctly
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Correct Answer: D [All matched correctly]
Notes:
The correct answer is “All matched correctly.” – International Migrants Day is indeed observed on December 18 to promote awareness of the rights of migrants. – International Volunteer Day is celebrated on December 5 to recognize the contributions of volunteers. – International Day of Older Persons is observed on October 1 to raise awareness about issues affecting the elderly. Since all the dates are accurately matched with their respective observances, the statement “All matched correctly” is true.
4. AICHR is the first body of ASEAN related to which of the following?
[A] Human Rights
[B] Human Resources
[C] Hegemony
[D] Regional Trading
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Correct Answer: A [Human Rights]
Notes:
ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights
5. Which among the following was the immediate result of the Velvet Revolution of 1989 in Czechoslovakia ?
[A] It ended the authoritative rule & first democratic elections were held
[B] The country was peacefully split into the Czech Republic and Slovakia
[C] Czechoslovakia was turned into a federation of the Czech Socialist Republic and Slovak Socialist Republic
[D] The economy of the country got devastated
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Correct Answer: A [It ended the authoritative rule & first democratic elections were held]
Notes:
The Velvet Revolution of 1989 was a series of peaceful protests and political events that took place in Czechoslovakia, leading to the overthrow of the Communist government and the transition to a democratic system. The Velvet Revolution, which is also known as the Gentle Revolution, began in November 1989 with a student demonstration in Prague, which was met with a violent response from the government. This sparked widespread protests and strikes, which quickly spread across the country and put pressure on the government to reform. After weeks of protests and negotiations, the Communist leadership was forced to resign, and a new government was formed. The Velvet Revolution is considered to be one of the key events of the collapse of the Communist bloc in Eastern Europe.
6. Consider the following headquarters of the various international organizations:
- International Maritime Organization – London
- European Court of Human Rights – Frankfurt
- International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development – Kathmandu
- International Federation of Association Football – Zurich
Which among the above matches are correct?
[A] 1,2, 3, 4,
[B] 1, 2, 3,
[C] 1, 2
[D] 1,3, 4,
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Correct Answer: D [1,3, 4,]
Notes:
European Court of Human Rights – Strasbourg
7. Where are the headquarters of Commonwealth Games Federation?
[A] Manchester
[B] London
[C] Birmingam
[D] Kesington
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Correct Answer: B [London ]
Notes:
The Commonwealth House in London, United Kingdom hosts the headquarters of Commonwealth Games Federation.
8. Which regiment has the honour of having the most number of Param Vir Chakra awardees?
[A] Brigade of the Guards
[B] Grenadiers Regiment
[C] Punjab Regiment
[D] Parachute Regiment
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Correct Answer: B [Grenadiers Regiment]
Notes:
The Grenadiers Regiment, one of the oldest regiments of the Indian Army, has had three PVC awardees in its ranks. Company Quarter Master Havildar Abdul Hamid, 4th Grenadiers was the first recipient of the Param Vir Chakra (Posthumous) for the Regiment in 1965 and the second recipient to get the Param Vir Chakra was Major Hoshiar Singh, 3rd Grenadiers in 1971.
9. Which of the following has the supreme command of the Indian Defence Forces?
[A] Prime Minister of India
[B] President of India
[C] Defence Minister of India
[D] Council of Ministers of India
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Correct Answer: B [President of India]
Notes:
The President of India is the Supreme Commander of the Indian Armed Forces. The Indian Armed Forces are under the management of the Ministry of Defence (MoD) of the Government of India.
10. Which instrument is used to measure blood pressure?
[A] Manometer
[B] Barometer
[C] Sphygmomanometer
[D] Anemometer
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Correct Answer: C [Sphygmomanometer]
Notes:
Blood pressure is measured using sphygmomanometer. Blood pressure is the ratio of systolic pressure to diastolic pressure and the normal blood pressure rate is 120/80.
