1. Who is the author of the book “The Wrong Turn: Love and Betrayal in the Time of Netaji”?
[A] Aalap Roy
[B] Aadishri Roy
[C] Sujata Bose
[D] Namita Roy Ghose
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Correct Answer: D [Namita Roy Ghose]
Notes:
The book “The Wrong Turn: Love and Betrayal in the Time of Netaji” has been authored by Sanjay Chopra and Namita Roy Ghose. It is a sweeping tale of passion set against the freedom struggle.
2. International Biodiesel Day (IBD) is celebrated on which date?
[A] August 11
[B] August 12
[C] August 10
[D] August 9
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Correct Answer: C [August 10]
Notes:
August 10 is International Biodiesel Day. This day spreads awareness about the benefits of biodiesel as an alternative fuel. Biodiesel is made from renewable sources like vegetable oils and animal fats. It is biodegradable and cleaner for the environment compared to fossil fuels. Celebrating International Biodiesel Day promotes the production and use of this eco-friendly fuel option.
3. “National Consumer Rights Day” is observed on which date?
[A] 24 December
[B] 24 January
[C] 24 February
[D] 24 March
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Correct Answer: A [24 December]
Notes:
National Consumer Rights Day is observed annually on December 24th in India. The day commemorates the day in 1986 when the Consumer Protection Act was signed into law by the president. The day is an opportunity to promote the basic rights of all consumers.
The Consumer Protection Act of 2019 guarantees six basic rights to consumers in India. The theme for World Consumer Rights Day in 2023 is “Empowering consumers through clean energy transitions”.
4. On which among the following dates, World Refugee Day observed by the United Nations?
[A] 15 June
[B] 20 June
[C] 25 June
[D] 30 June
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Correct Answer: B [20 June]
Notes:
Every year June 20 is observed as World Refugee Day to raise awareness of the situation of refugees throughout the world. The observance of the day seeks to draw attention to the plight of refugees and also to celebrate their courage and resilience and renew commitment to solve refugee problems
5. In which year , United Nations General Assembly voted to establish 2 October as the International Day of Non-Violence.?
[A] 2003
[B] 2005
[C] 2007
[D] 2009
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Correct Answer: C [2007]
Notes:
The proposal to celebrate Gandhi’s birth anniversary as International Day of Non-Violence was taken to UN by Iranian Nobel laureate Shirin Ebadi. United Nations General Assembly voted to establish 2 October as the International Day of Non-Violence in 2007.
6. Who is the author of the book ‘The Perils of Democracy’?
[A] P. S. Ramamohan Rao
[B] P. C. Alexander
[C] Gurudas Kamat
[D] Shankar Dayal Sharma
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Correct Answer: B [P. C. Alexander]
Notes:
The book ‘The Perils of Democracy’ is authored by P.C. Alexander. This book provides a comprehensive examination of the democracy and constitution of India. Alexander with his deep knowledge and experience in politics, discusses the advantages and disadvantages of democracy, its implications on the Indian constitution, and offers insights into how it can affect the citizens and the nation as a whole.
7. Who among the following authors composed “Rajatarangini”?
[A] Jayadeva
[B] Dandin
[C] Kalhana
[D] Bhavabhuti
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Correct Answer: C [Kalhana]
Notes:
Rajatarangini (or River of Kings) wrote by Kashmiri Brahman Kalhaṇa in Sanskrit between 1148 and 1149. The book is an account of the history of Kashmir, particularly the kings of Kashmir.
8. Which of the following countries is not a member of ‘The Indian Ocean Rim Association(IORA)?
[A] Seychelles
[B] Mauritius
[C] China
[D] Sri Lanka
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Correct Answer: C [China]
Notes:
The Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) is a dynamic inter-governmental organisation aimed at strengthening regional cooperation and sustainable development within the Indian Ocean region through its 22 Member States and 9 Dialogue Partners.
9. Which of the following is related to the North-South dialogue?
[A] Developed and Developing countries
[B] Developing and Under-developed countries
[C] North and South countries of the world
[D] North and South America
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Correct Answer: A [Developed and Developing countries]
Notes:
The North-South Dialogue refers to the process through which the developing and newly independent nations of the “third world,” engaged the industrialized countries of North America and Western Europe in negotiations over changes to the international economic system.
10. With reference to Indian defence, which one of the following statements is not correct?
[A] With the induction of Prithvi II, the IAF is the only airforce in the world with surface-to-surface ballistic missiles under its command
[B] Sukhoi-30 MKI jet fighters can launch air-to-air and air-to-surface precision missiles
[C] Trishul is a supersonic surface to-air missile-with a range of 30 km
[D] The indigenously built INS Prabal can launch surface-to-surface missiles
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Correct Answer: A [With the induction of Prithvi II, the IAF is the only airforce in the world with surface-to-surface ballistic missiles under its command]
Notes:
With the induction of Prithvi-II, the IAF is the only air force in the world with surface to surface ballistic missiles under its command.
