1. 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.
2. EKUVERIN was a joint exercise between India and _______?
[A] China
[B] Mauritius
[C] Maldives
[D] Bhutan
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Correct Answer: C [Maldives]
Notes:
Exercise Ekuverin is a joint military exercise held between armies of India and Maldives since 2008.
3. What name was given to the first assault launched in the world’s highest battlefield, Siachen Glacier by the Indian Armed Forces in 1984?
[A] Operation Vijay
[B] Operation Meghdoot
[C] Operation Black Sky
[D] Operation Ganga
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Correct Answer: B [Operation Meghdoot]
Notes:
Operation Meghdoot was an Indian armed forces operation launched on 13 April 1984 to capture the Siachen Glacier in Kashmir. The operation was entrusted to one of the Kumaon Battalions, supported by Ladakh Scouts. Initial assault was led by Maj (later Col ) RS Sandhu, VrC. This military operation was unique because it was the first assault launched in world’s highest battlefield.
4. SAARC Charter of Democracy was adopted at:
[A] Thimpu
[B] Dhaka
[C] kathmandu
[D] New Delhi
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Correct Answer: B [Dhaka]
Notes:
SAARC Charter of Democracy was adopted at Dhaka. SAARC headquarters is at Kathmandu,Nepal.
5. ADMM-Plus conference is related to which of the following?
[A] International Trade
[B] Defense
[C] Illegal Migration
[D] Climate Change
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Correct Answer: B [Defense]
Notes:
The ADMM-Plus (ASEAN Defense Ministers’ Meeting-Plus) conference involves defense ministers from ASEAN and eight partner countries, focusing on regional security and defense cooperation. Established in 2010, it aims to enhance dialogue and collaboration on defense and security issues, addressing challenges like terrorism and maritime security. The “Plus” includes countries like the U.S., China, and India, emphasizing multilateral defense strategies.
6. Regional Office for South East Asia (SEARO) of the World Health Organization is located at?
[A] Singapore
[B] Bangkok
[C] New Delhi
[D] Manila
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Correct Answer: C [New Delhi]
Notes:
The WHO South-East Asia Region has 11 Member States. Its regional office is in New Delhi. The member states are Bangladesh, Bhutan, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, India, Indonesia, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor-Leste.
7. The book “Jnaneswari” was written by whom?
[A] Tukaram
[B] Ramdasa
[C] Namadeva
[D] Jnandeva
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Correct Answer: D [Jnandeva]
Notes:
Saint Jnandeva of Maharashtra wrote the Marathi commentary on the Bhagavad Gita known as Jnaneswari. He belonged to the Bhakti kal of 13th century .
8. The book “Majm-ul-Bahrain” was written by whom?
[A] Dara Shikoh
[B] Yahaya bin Ahmed Sirhindi
[C] Ziauddin Barni
[D] Khafi Khan
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Correct Answer: A [Dara Shikoh]
Notes:
Dara Shikoh, the eldest son of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, wrote Majm-ul-Bahrain (or the Mingling of the two Oceans). Some of the famous works done by him are Safinat ul- Awliya, Sakinat ul-Awliya, Hasanaat ul-Aarifin, Risaala-i Haq Numa, Iksir-i ‘Azam (Diwan-e-Dara Shukoh), etc.
9. The term Global Burden of Disease (GBD) is associated to which of the following organizations?
[A] United Nations International Children’s Fund
[B] World Health Organization
[C] The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
[D] World Food Programme
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Correct Answer: B [ World Health Organization]
Notes:
The World Health Organization measures the Global Burden of Disease using the disability-adjusted-life-year (DALY).
10. How much is the range of Agni-II missile?
[A] 500 km
[B] 2000 km
[C] 3500 km
[D] 5000 km
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Correct Answer: B [2000 km]
Notes:
This missile has a theoretical maximum range of some 3,000 km with a 1,000 kg payload (conventional or strategic). Tested to range of over 2,000 km, the Agni-II has an all-solid propellant system.
