GK PRACTICE SET 13

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Q421. Where can you find the options ‘From Beginning’ and ‘From Current Slide’ to run a slide show in MS PowerPoint?

  1. Home tab
  2. Slide Show tab
  3. Slide Sorter tab
  4. View tab

Answer: 2. Slide Show tab

Explanation: In MS PowerPoint, the options ‘From Beginning’ and ‘From Current Slide’ are located under the “Slide Show” tab. These options allow users to start the slide show from the beginning or from the currently selected slide.

Q422. Which of the following organisations said that India CANNOT have a parallel judicial system – one for the rich and the other for the poor?

  1. Supreme Court
  2. Himachal High Court
  3. Gujarat High Court
  4. Kerala High Court

Answer: 1. Supreme Court

Explanation: The Supreme Court of India has emphasized that India cannot have a parallel judicial system favoring the rich over the poor, as it would undermine the principles of equality and justice enshrined in the Constitution.

Q423. As of 2022, which is the tallest hydroelectric power plant in India?

  1. Sardar Sarovar Hydropower Plant
  2. Nathpa Jhakri Power Plant
  3. Koyna Hydroelectric Power Plant
  4. Tehri Hydroelectric Power Plant

Answer: 4. Tehri Hydroelectric Power Plant

Explanation: The Tehri Hydroelectric Power Plant, located in Uttarakhand, is the tallest hydroelectric dam in India, standing at a height of 260.5 meters. It is a key project for power generation and irrigation in the region.

Q424. The famous folk music of Rajasthan that was developed in royal courts is known as:

  1. Dandiya
  2. Sohar
  3. Lavani
  4. Maand

Answer: 4. Maand

Explanation: Maand is a classical folk music style of Rajasthan that originated in royal courts. It is known for its soulful melodies and poetic lyrics, often depicting themes of love, valor, and nature.

Q427. In which of the following regions of India is the Mundari language spoken?

  1. Malwa plateau
  2. Thar desert
  3. Chota-Nagpur plateau
  4. Baghelkhand

Answer: 3. Chota-Nagpur plateau

Explanation: The Mundari language is spoken by the Munda tribal communities primarily in the Chota-Nagpur plateau region, which spans parts of Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal.

Q428. India is home to the second oldest cricket club in the world. Where is it situated?

  1. Kolkata
  2. Chennai
  3. Mumbai
  4. Hyderabad

Answer: 1. Kolkata

Explanation: The Calcutta Cricket Club, established in 1792, is the second oldest cricket club in the world after the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) in London. It is located in Kolkata.

Q430. In MS Word, which option allows you to copy the selected text or object to the Clipboard while simultaneously removing it from its original location?

  1. Drag-and-Drop
  2. Paste
  3. Copy
  4. Cut

Answer: 4. Cut

Explanation: The “Cut” option in MS Word removes the selected text or object from its original location and places it on the Clipboard, allowing it to be pasted elsewhere.

Q431. The Salal Project, also called the Salal Hydroelectric Power Station, is on which river?

  1. Ganga
  2. Ravi
  3. Krishna
  4. Chenab

Answer: 4. Chenab

Explanation: The Salal Hydroelectric Power Station is located on the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir. It is a major power generation project in the region.

Q433. The Bist Doab Canal System and Makhu Canal System are associated with which state of India?

  1. Punjab
  2. Assam
  3. Uttar Pradesh
  4. Gujarat

Answer: 1. Punjab

Explanation: The Bist Doab Canal and Makhu Canal systems are irrigation projects located in Punjab. They are crucial for agriculture in the region.

Q434. By which ministry of Government of India was the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana started?

  1. Ministry of Rural Development
  2. Ministry of Home Affairs
  3. Ministry of Labour and Employment
  4. Ministry of Corporate Affairs

Answer: 1. Ministry of Rural Development

Explanation: The Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana (DAY) was launched by the Ministry of Rural Development to promote skill development and livelihood opportunities for rural populations.

Q435. In MS-Word, a number printed above the base line is called ___________.

  1. superscript
  2. strikethrough
  3. above BL
  4. subscript

Answer: 1. superscript

Explanation: A number or character printed above the baseline is called a superscript. It is commonly used in mathematical equations, footnotes, and chemical formulas.

Q436. According to the Census 2011 of India, which metropolitan has the second highest population?

  1. Kolkata
  2. Mumbai
  3. Chennai
  4. Delhi

Answer: 4. Delhi

Explanation: According to the Census 2011, Delhi is the second most populous metropolitan city in India after Mumbai.

Q437. In which year was Micro Units Development and Refinance Agency (MUDRA) introduced?

  1. 2017
  2. 2013
  3. 2009
  4. 2015

Answer: 4. 2015

Explanation: The Micro Units Development and Refinance Agency (MUDRA) was introduced in 2015 to provide financial support to micro-enterprises and small businesses.

Q438. Which of the following states is the best governed state in the large states category as per the Public Affairs Index, 2020, which was released by the Public Affairs Centre, a non-profit organisation?

  1. Odisha
  2. Bihar
  3. Kerala
  4. Uttar Pradesh

Answer: 3. Kerala

Explanation: Kerala was ranked as the best-governed state in the large states category in the Public Affairs Index 2020, reflecting its strong performance in governance, health, education, and infrastructure.

Q439. In Kabaddi, a super tackle is when a raider is caught/self out/declared out with or less than how many defenders defending?

  1. Four
  2. Three
  3. Six
  4. Five

Answer: 1. Four

Explanation: A super tackle in Kabaddi occurs when a team with four or fewer defenders successfully tackles a raider, earning them extra points.

Q440. ‘Ujjwala’, a _____, was the official mascot of Khelo India – Para Games 2023.

  1. goose
  2. sparrow
  3. duck
  4. hen

Answer: 2. sparrow

Explanation: ‘Ujjwala’, a sparrow, was chosen as the official mascot for the Khelo India – Para Games 2023, symbolizing agility, resilience, and determination.

Q441. What is the duration of an International hockey match?

  1. 50 min
  2. 55 min
  3. 70 min
  4. 60 min

Answer: 4. 60 min

Explanation: An international hockey match consists of four quarters, each lasting 15 minutes, totaling 60 minutes of playtime.

Q442. Name the digital payment platform launched in 2021 by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) in association with Department of Financial Services (DFS), National Health Authority (NHA), and Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW).

  1. MobiKwik
  2. e-RUPI
  3. Dhani
  4. YONO

Answer: 2. e-RUPI

Explanation: e-RUPI is a digital payment solution launched in 2021 to facilitate cashless transactions for welfare schemes and health services. It operates as a prepaid voucher system.

Q444. What are the standard measurements of a cricket pitch?

  1. 20 yards by 12 ft
  2. 22 yards by 12 ft
  3. 20 yards by 10 ft
  4. 22 yards by 10 ft

Answer: 2. 22 yards by 12 ft

Explanation: The standard dimensions of a cricket pitch are 22 yards (20.12 meters) in length and 12 feet (3.66 meters) in width.

Q445. Which Article of the Constitution of India vests plenary powers in Parliament to legislate on the subject of citizenship?

  1. Article 8
  2. Article 5
  3. Article 11
  4. Article 6

Answer: 3. Article 11

Explanation: Article 11 of the Indian Constitution grants Parliament the authority to regulate laws regarding citizenship, including acquisition and termination.

Q446. Which of the following statements most accurately describes the planet Saturn?

  1. Its surface is reddish in colour.
  2. It is a gas giant made up mostly of hydrogen and helium, and its density is less than that of water.
  3. It was the seventh planet discovered in the Solar System.
  4. Its cloud-like outer regions consist of methane in gaseous form and ammonia in crystalline form.

Answer: 2. It is a gas giant made up mostly of hydrogen and helium, and its density is less than that of water.

Explanation: Saturn is a gas giant composed primarily of hydrogen and helium, with an average density lower than water, making it unique among planets in the Solar System.

Q448. At which place was the magnificent temple of Saiva constructed by the great Rashtrakuta King ‘Krishna I’?

  1. Kanchi
  2. Badami
  3. Kannauj
  4. Ellora

Answer: 4. Ellora

Explanation: The Kailasa Temple at Ellora, dedicated to Lord Shiva, was constructed by Rashtrakuta King Krishna I. It is one of the largest rock-cut temple complexes in the world.

Q449. Which state introduced India’s first ‘Right to Health Care Act, 2022′?

  1. Kerala
  2. Rajasthan
  3. Assam
  4. Chhattisgarh

Answer: 1. Kerala

Explanation: Kerala became the first state in India to introduce the ‘Right to Health Care Act, 2022’, ensuring universal access to healthcare services for all its citizens.

Q450. Who among the following was the first Sultan of Delhi to style himself as ‘Zil-i-Ilahi’?

  1. Qutbuddin Aibak
  2. Feroz Shah
  3. Balban
  4. Iltutmish

Answer: 3. Balban

Explanation: Ghiyasuddin Balban, the ninth Sultan of Delhi, styled himself as ‘Zil-i-Ilahi’ (Shadow of God) to emphasize his divine authority and absolute power.

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