1. Who is the author of the book “Narendra Modi: The Making of a Legend”?
[A] Sanjay Mathur
[B] Bindeshwar Pathak
[C] Aditya Sen
[D] Mohan Chauhan
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Correct Answer: B [Bindeshwar Pathak]
Notes:
The book “Narendra Modi: The Making of a Legend” has been authored by Bindeshwar Pathak, the Sulabh International founder and a Padma Bhushan recipient. The book is recently launched by RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat in New Delhi. The coffee table book is all about PM Modi and the inspiring journey of his life. It has images and text depicting Modi’s journey, his struggles and several initiatives taken by him since he took oath as country’s prime minister in 2014.
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. 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.
4. The Rapid Action Force (RAF) is a specialized wing of which of the following Indian paramilitary forces?
[A] Home Guard
[B] Central Reserve Police Force
[C] Rashtriya Rifles
[D] Railway Protection Force
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Correct Answer: B [Central Reserve Police Force]
Notes:
The Rapid Action Force (RAF) is a specialized unit of the Indian Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). It was established in 1991 in response to the growing need for a quick-response force that could be deployed in situations of communal violence, riots, and other forms of civil unrest. The RAF is trained in riot control and crowd management techniques, and is equipped with specialized non-lethal weapons and equipment. The unit is made up of personnel from various state police forces, and is known for its professionalism and effectiveness in dealing with volatile situations.
5. Who among the following was the author of “Jaisalmer ka Gundaraj”?
[A] Hari Singh Burdak
[B] Sagarmal Gopa
[C] Kesari Singh Barahath
[D] Arjun Singh Gurjar
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Correct Answer: B [Sagarmal Gopa]
Notes:
Sagarmal Gopa was a freedom fighter and patriot from Rajasthan, India. He took active part in the non-cooperation movement in 1921. He was the author of Jaisalmer ka Gundaraj.
6. 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.
7. Who authored the Adbutsagar?
[A] Vijay Sena
[B] Lakshman Sena
[C] Vishvarup Sena
[D] Ballal Sena
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Correct Answer: D [Ballal Sena]
Notes:
Ballal Sena, the ruler of the Sena dynasty, was the author of Adbutsagar and Dansagar. These works of literature provide a glimpse into the literary and cultural aspects of the time. They are regarded as significant historical documents that illuminate our understanding of the era.
8. Consider the following statements regarding international digital governance indicators:
- The E-Government Readiness Index (EGDI) is published by the United Nations Public Administration Programme (UNPAP).
- The E-Participation Index is published by the same entity as EGDI.
- The International Trade Centre publishes the E-Government Readiness Index.
- The United Nations Public Administration Programme has been releasing these indices since 2003.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?
[A] Only 1, 2 and 4
[B] Only 1 and 4
[C] Only 1 and 3
[D] All statements are correct
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1, 2 and 4]
Notes:
Statements 1, 2 and 4 are correct: Both EGDI and E-Participation Index are published by UNPAP since 2003. Statement 3 is incorrect as the International Trade Centre does not publish EGDI. These indices assess the e-government development and e-participation of United Nations Member States.
9. Which of the following point to G-7 group? (UPSC Prelims 1990)
[A] Less-developed countries within theUNCTAD.
[B] Developed countries within theWorld Bank.
[C] Developed countries within the IMF.
[D] Less-developed countries within the UN.
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Correct Answer: C [Developed countries within the IMF.]
Notes:
The Group of Seven (G7) is an international intergovernmental economic organization consisting of the seven largest IMF-described advanced economies in the world: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
10. Who is the author of the book “The Unquiet River: A biography of the Brahmaputra”?
[A] Romila Thapar
[B] Irfan Habib
[C] Arupjyoti Saikia
[D] Upinder Singh
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Correct Answer: C [Arupjyoti Saikia]
Notes:
The book ” The Unquiet River: A biography of the Brahmaputra ” has been authored by historian Arupjyoti Saikia that re-imagines the layered history of Assam with the river at the centre. The book claims to combine a range of disciplinary scholarship to unravel the geological forces as well as human endeavour which have shaped the river into what it is today.
