1. Who is the author of the book “Yug Purush, Bharat Ratna, Atal Ji”?
[A] Ramesh Pokhriyal
[B] Praveen Kumar Pandey
[C] Ramesh Datt Dikisht
[D] Nerraj Srivastava
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Correct Answer: A [Ramesh Pokhriyal]
Notes:
The book titled “Yug Purush, Bharat Ratna, Atal Ji” is based on the on the social and political life of former Prime Minister of India Atal Bhihari Vajpayee. It is authored by Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank”, who is the BJP MP and former Uttarakhand chief minister. Recently, Pokhriyal has officially handed over the first copy of the 450-page book to the President of India Pranab Mukherjee. Though, the book will be launched soon in the market for all.
2. National Handloom Day (NHD) is celebrated on which date?
[A] August 6
[B] August 7
[C] August 5
[D] August 8
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Correct Answer: B [August 7]
Notes:
National Handloom Day is celebrated annually on August 7 to honor the handloom weaving community of India and to commemorate the Swadeshi Movement. On this day in 1905, the formal proclamation of the Swadeshi Movement was made in a meeting at the Calcutta Town hall.
3. National Sports Day (NSD) is celebrated on which date in India?
[A] August 28
[B] August 29
[C] August 26
[D] August 27
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Correct Answer: B [August 29]
Notes:
National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29 in India. This day marks the birthday of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand, regarded as one of the greatest field hockey players of all time. National Sports Day aims to raise awareness on the importance of sports and physical fitness.
4. Japan attacked Pearl Harbor on which date during World War-II?
[A] January 7, 1941
[B] December 20, 1941
[C] March 7, 1941
[D] December 7, 1941
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Correct Answer: D [December 7, 1941]
Notes:
The attack on Pearl Harbor was a surprise military strike by by Japan on the US naval base at Pearl Harbor in Honolulu on December 7, 1941. Till that date, United States was neutral but entered into Second World War after this.
5. On which date, World Forestry Day is observed?
[A] March 20
[B] March 21
[C] March 22
[D] March 23
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Correct Answer: B [March 21]
Notes:
World Forestry Day, also known as the International Day of Forests, is observed on March 21st every year. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012 to raise awareness about the importance of forests and trees and to promote sustainable forest management. The day provides an opportunity to highlight the significance of forests in supporting biodiversity, combating climate change, providing livelihoods, and contributing to sustainable development. Various activities and events are organized worldwide to celebrate World Forestry Day and promote the conservation and sustainable use of forests.
6. Which among the following day celebrated as National Voters Day ?
[A] January 24
[B] January 25
[C] January 26
[D] January 27
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Correct Answer: B [January 25]
Notes:
In the year 2011 the Election Commission of India launched the National Voters Day to be celebrated on 25 January every year as a part of the Systematic Voter’s Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) Programme.
7. Who is the author of the book “Taj-ul-masir”?
[A] Hasan Nizami
[B] Amir Khusrau
[C] Barni
[D] Sarhindi
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Correct Answer: A [Hasan Nizami]
Notes:
The book “Taj-ul-masir” was penned by Sadruddin Mohammad Hassan Nizami, popularly known as Hasan Nizami. The book, written in the Turki language, notably deals with political events in North India from approximately 1192 AD to 1228 AD. It offers a thorough examination of the reign of Sultan Qutub-ud-din Aibak, the founder of the Slave dynasty, and the early rule of Iltumish, Sultan Qutub-ud-din Aibak’s son-in-law.
8. Who is the author of the renowned book “Theory of Indian Mutiny”?
[A] PC Joshi
[B] SB Chaudhari
[C] Maulana Azad
[D] RC Majumdar
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Correct Answer: B [SB Chaudhari]
Notes:
Dr. SB Chaudhari is credited for authorship of the influential work “Theory of Indian Mutiny”. This compositions, along with “Civil Rebellion and the Indian Mutiny”, give an in-depth analysis of the 1857 Indian uprising. Dr. Chaudhari’s writings are highly considered for their unbiased and in-depth portrayal of the historical events surrounding the Indian Mutiny.
9. Who is eligible to be recruited as a Home Guard in India?
[A] All male citizens of India, aged 18-50 years
[B] All citizens of India, aged 18-50 years
[C] All graduate male citizens, aged 18-50 years
[D] All citizens with secondary education, aged 18-50 years
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Correct Answer: B [All citizens of India, aged 18-50 years]
Notes:
Home Guards, under State/UT Acts, recruit all Indian citizens aged 18-50 from varied professions. They serve voluntarily in emergencies like natural disasters and epidemics, contributing spare time to community safety. Both men and women can join, regardless of occupation or educational qualification, within the specified age.
10. Which of the following countries is not among the "Plus Three" members of ASEAN Plus Three?
[A] Japan
[B] China
[C] India
[D] South Korea
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Correct Answer: C [India]
Notes:
ASEAN+3 include the 10 members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam) plus the China, Japan, and Korea.