1. Which of the following are two works of Kalidasa?
[A] Raghuvamsha and Kiratarjuniya
[B] Kumara Sambhav and Raghuvamsha
[C] Malti Madhava and Kumara Sambhava
[D] Malti Madhav and Kumara Sambhava
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Correct Answer: B [ Kumara Sambhav and Raghuvamsha ]
Notes:
Kalidasa was one of the gems of the court of Gupta king Chandragupta II (375–415 CE). The poems he wrote were usually of epic proportions and were written in classical Sanskrit. He wrote two epic poems called Kumara sambhava, which means birth of Kumara and the Raghuvamsha, which means dynasty of Raghu. There are also two lyric poems written by Kalidasa known as Meghadutta that stands for cloud messenger and the Ritusamhara that means description of the seasons. Meghadutta is one of the finest works of Kalidasa in terms of world literature. The beauty of the continuity in flawless Sanskrit is unmatched till date. The most famous and beautiful work of Kalidasa is the Shakuntalam. It is the second play of Kalidasa after he wrote Malavikagnimitra. The Shakuntalam tells the story of king Dushyant who falls in love with a beautiful girl Shakuntala, who happens to be the daughter of a saint.
2. Which of the following countries gives Gwangju prize for Human Rights?
[A] Japan
[B] South Korea
[C] China
[D] Taiwan
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Correct Answer: B [South Korea]
Notes:
The Gwangju Prize for Human Rights is awarded by South Korea. Established in 2000, it honors individuals and organizations that have made important contributions to the promotion of human rights, particularly in the context of the Gwangju Uprising of 1980, where citizens protested against authoritarian rule. The prize aims to raise awareness of human rights issues globally.
3. Which among the following does not correctly denote the headquarters of Indian Army’s Operational Command?
[A] Eastern Command – Kolkata
[B] Western Command – Chandimandir
[C] Northern Command – Udhampur
[D] Southern Command – Chennai
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Correct Answer: D [Southern Command – Chennai]
Notes:
Southern Command – Chennai does not correctly denote the headquarters of the Indian Army’s Operational Command. The headquarters of the Southern Command of the Indian Army is actually located in Pune, not Chennai.
4. How many members of the United Nations can exercise the Veto Power?
[A] 3
[B] 5
[C] 10
[D] 15
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Correct Answer: B [5]
Notes:
Veto power is held with five permanent members, which are also called as P5 or Big 5. They are China, France, Russia, United Kingdom, United States.
5. which among the following missiles, India claims that it is first anti-tank missile which has a complete fiberglass structure?
[A] Shaurya
[B] Sagarika
[C] Nag
[D] Trishul
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Correct Answer: C [Nag]
Notes:
The correct answer is Nag. The Nag missile, developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is indeed claimed to be the first anti-tank missile with a complete fiberglass structure. This design choice enhances its lightweight and durability, making it effective in various combat scenarios. The Nag missile is part of India’s Integrated Guided Missile Development Program and is designed to engage and destroy armored vehicles.
6. Who among the following poet wrote a book ‘Panduranga Mahamatyam’ ?
[A] Pingali Surana
[B] Dhurjati
[C] Allasani Peddana
[D] Tenali Ramkrishna
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Correct Answer: D [Tenali Ramkrishna ]
Notes:
Tenali Ramakrishna wrote Panduranga Mahatyam ( one of the Pancha maha kavyas of Telugu literature). The book contains a legendary account of a shrine of Vishnu as Panduranga, at Pandharpur consecrated by the ministration of Saint Pandarika. He was one of the Ashtadiggajas or the eight poets at the court of Krishnadevaraya, the Vijayanagara emperor.
7. Who among the following authors wrote “Maduravijayam”?
[A] Ganga Devi
[B] Tenali Ramalingam
[C] Jnandeva
[D] Poona
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Correct Answer: A [Ganga Devi]
Notes:
The Telugu princess and poet of the Vijayanagar empire, Gangadevi wrote a Sanskrit epic poem, “Madura Vijayam” (the Conquest of Madurai). The poem describes in detail, the victory of her husband, Kumara Kampana ( son of Bukka Raya I) over the Madurai Sultanate.
8. Who among the following author wrote Humayunnama ?
[A] Humayun
[B] Akbar
[C] Hamida Begum
[D] Gulbadan begum
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Correct Answer: D [Gulbadan begum]
Notes:
The Humayunnama was written by Gulbadan begum (his half-sister). The book provide the account of the life of Mughal Emperor Humayun.
9. Who is the author of the biography of Saint Chaitanya?
[A] Raidas
[B] Krishnadas Kaviraj
[C] Chaitanya
[D] Jagjivan das
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Correct Answer: B [Krishnadas Kaviraj]
Notes:
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, a renowned devotee of Lord Krishna and founder of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, had his life and teachings documented in a biography written by Krshnadas Kaviraj. This biography, entitled Chaitanya Charitamrita, provides detailed insights into his life, contributions, and teachings, validating Krshnadas Kaviraj as the author.
10. Which is the oldest armoured regiment in the Indian Army?
[A] President’s Bodyguards
[B] 1 Horse
[C] 1st Armoured Regiment
[D] 2 Lancers
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Correct Answer: A [President’s Bodyguards]
Notes:
The President’s Bodyguard (PBG), as it is known today, was raised in 1773 at Benares, by then Governor General Warren Hastings, with a strength of 50 picked troopers and horses. This nucleus of the Bodyguard was later augmented by another 50, provided by Raja Chet Singh of Benares, bringing the overall strength of the Bodyguard up to 100 horses and men by the end of that year.
