Daily War Room Take Me Home 123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354555657585960616263646566676869707172737475767778798081828384858687888990919293949596979899100101102103104105106107108109110111112113114115116117118119120121122123124125126127128129130131132133134135136137138139140141142143144145146147148149150 NDA Mock Test -4 (August 25) S No Topics Questions 1 English 50 2 Current Affairs 10 3 Polity 10 4 Geography 15 5 Biology 10 6 Chemistry 15 7 Physics 25 8 Modern History 15 Total 150 1 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS Opening his letters , reading them carefully and sending for his clerk, He dicatated answers with them. No error 2 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS He was my school – friend but becoming a great man He has grown proud enough to foget his old friends No error 3 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS Rabindranath tagore Nobel laureate and the author of the National Anthem, Found Shantiniketan. No error 4 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS . If ramesh will be promoted he will get a higher salary No error 5 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS A great part of Arabia is desert No error 6 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS Work hard lest you do not fail No error 7 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS Neither praise nor blame seem to affect him No error 8 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS this building comprises of six houses three parking lots and one basement No error 9 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS The price of my dress is higher than that of yours No error 10 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS Dispose off the garbage from the shelves No error 11 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Macbeth is a morally repulsive character sbominable attractive obnoxious ugly 12 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer The serene beauty of Kashmir had a soothing effect on his mind. placid pleasing tranquil turbulent 13 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Life is transient in nature brief momentary eternal short-lived 14 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer The politician was a dissident. agitator rebel conformist revolutionary 15 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Friendship is always reciprocal. mutual one-sided shared corresponding 16 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer The bill received a vehement resistance from the opposition party in the Parliament. animated apathetic fervent vigorous 17 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Mahatma Gandhi was one of the most prominent leaders of his times. renowned distinguishable eminent unknown 18 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer He nodded absently throughout the meeting. . Capably alertly agitatedly dreamily 19 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer For important medical decisions, even finding a doctor you trust is not enough. . significant trivial basic probable 20 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer People argue about why Venus is so much warmer than the Earth. friendlier colder wilder heavier 21 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Scientists are concerned whether the oceans and land biosphere will take up as much carbon in the future as they presently do. worried indifferent curious puzzled 22 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer The Earth’s climate sensitivity is conventionally defined as the equilibrium temperature increase caused by a doubling of carbon dioxide imperviousness willingness responsiveness closeness 23 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer The sky is clear today. - bright opaque cloudless blue 24 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer My boss has been too generous stingy rough evil hostile 25 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Plants grow in abundance here. shrivel stretch spread enlarge 26 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer She is a rather crooked woman. polite generous straightforward happy 27 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer His work is praiseworthy admirable condemnable commendable creditable 28 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer He always offers palatable solutions. acceptable agreeable unacceptable pleasant 29 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Amit is a dogmatic person. assertive amenable bold rigid 30 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer The river Ganges culminates in the Bay of Bengal concludes flows originates merges 31 / 150 You are required to select the options that most appropriately describes the meaning of both the words and mark your response in the Answer ‘ Devise’ and ‘ Device’ ‘ Device’ means to determine, and ‘devise’ means a piece of equipment meant for accomplishing a specific task ‘ Device’ means finding a new way to do something, and ‘ devise’ means to determine ‘ Device’ means a piece of equipment meant for accomplishing a specific task, and ‘devise’ means finding a new way to do something ‘ Device’ means finding a new way to do something , and ‘devise’ means a piece of equipment meant for accomplishing a specific task 32 / 150 Given below is the idiom/phrase followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the most appropriate answer Be over the bill To be on a mountain top To travel in the jungle To be too old to do things To do something in the most complete way 33 / 150 Given below is the idiom/phrase followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the most appropriate answer Bite your tongue To stop yourself from saying something because it would be better not to To bite off your tongue while eating To feel sorry To ask someone something that you want 34 / 150 Given below is the idiom/phrase followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the most appropriate answer Yellow journalism Paid storytelling Government reports published on yellow coloured papers Writings in newspaper that try to influence people’s opinion by using strong language and false information Journalism which agrees completely with the policies of the governments and capitalists 35 / 150 Given below is the idiom/phrase followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the most appropriate answer Overstep the mark. To tell people how successful you are To step into someone else’s areas of expertise To upset someone by doing/saying more than you should To do something in an excited way 36 / 150 Given below is the idiom/phrase followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the most appropriate answer To get under somebody’s skin To deceive someone To admire someone To annoy someone To support someone 37 / 150 Given below is the idiom/phrase followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the most appropriate answer A hunky – dory situation There are serious issues among people There are no problem and people are happy There is war and bloodshed all over There is no work, only enjoyment 38 / 150 Given below is the idiom/phrase followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the most appropriate answer Once- over To do something quickly To do something elaborately To do something perforce To do something for others 39 / 150 Given below is the idiom/phrase followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the most appropriate answer Muddy the waters To spread dirt around To make a situation easy To make one’s life happy To make the situation complicated 40 / 150 Given below is the idiom/phrase followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the most appropriate answer Show your hand To tell people about the past To tell people about the future To tell people about them To tell people about them 41 / 150 Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word The various facets of life can be found reflected in a large city. several simiar valuable singular 42 / 150 . Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word He is always anxious. worried dispassionate sluggish torpid 43 / 150 Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word Ravi loves seclusion. Therefore, he lives in the mountains. nature scripture seafaring solitariness 44 / 150 Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word His language is political and vitriolic imaginative sprightly vivacious abusive 45 / 150 . Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words (a), (b), (c) and (d). Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word The Managing Director of the company declared that he is broke and there is a need to seek support from the government bankrupt rich making profit having liabilities 46 / 150 Comprehension :- I do not wish to suggest that beacause we were one nation we had no differences, but it is submitted that our leading men travelled throughout India either on foot or in bullockcarts. They learned one another’s languages and there was no aloofness amongst them. What do you think could have been the intention of those farseeing ancestors of ours who established Setubandha ( rameshwar) in the South, Jagannath in the East and Hardwar in North as places of pilgrimage. You will admit they were no fools. They knew that worship of God could have been performed just as well at home . Thet taught us that those whose hearts were aglow with righteousness had the ganges in their on homes. But they saw that India was one undivided land so made by nature. They, therfore, argued that it must be one nation . Arguing , they established holy places in various parts of India, and fired the people with an idea of nationality in a manner unknown in other parts of the world . And we Indians are one as know to english man are .Only you and I and others who considers ourselves civilized and superior person imagine that we are many nation. It was after the advent of railways that we began to believe in distinctions , and you are at liberty now to say that it is through the railways that we are beginning to abolish those distinction. An opiun eater may argue the advantage of opium eating from the fact that he begin to understand the evil of the opium habit after having eaten it. I would ask you to considered well what I had said on the railways. Why did the great sages of India establish pilgrimages in the different corner of the country? because they wanted to push people to travel to different plaaces because they could observe the underlying unity of the country as made by nature because they themselves had travelled to those places because they wanted people to be religious everywhere 47 / 150 Comprehension : - I do not wish to suggest that beacause we were one nation we had no differences, but it is submitted that our leading men travelled throughout India either on foot or in bullockcarts. They learned one another’s languages and there was no aloofness amongst them. What do you think could have been the intention of those farseeing ancestors of ours who established Setubandha ( rameshwar) in the South, Jagannath in the East and Hardwar in North as places of pilgrimage. You will admit they were no fools. They knew that worship of God could have been performed just as well at home . Thet taught us that those whose hearts were aglow with righteousness had the ganges in their on homes. But they saw that India was one undivided land so made by nature. They, therfore, argued that it must be one nation . Arguing , they established holy places in various parts of India, and fired the people with an idea of nationality in a manner unknown in other parts of the world . And we Indians are one as know to english man are .Only you and I and others who considers ourselves civilized and superior person imagine that we are many nation. It was after the advent of railways that we began to believe in distinctions , and you are at liberty now to say that it is through the railways that we are beginning to abolish those distinction. An opiun eater may argue the advantage of opium eating from the fact that he begin to understand the evil of the opium habit after having eaten it. I would ask you to considered well what I had said on the railways. question : In the passage ,the author ‘ s attitude towards the railways is critical sympathetic indifferent apathetic 48 / 150 Comprehension : I do not wish to suggest that beacause we were one nation we had no differences, but it is submitted that our leading men travelled throughout India either on foot or in bullockcarts. They learned one another’s languages and there was no aloofness amongst them. What do you think could have been the intention of those farseeing ancestors of ours who established Setubandha ( rameshwar) in the South, Jagannath in the East and Hardwar in North as places of pilgrimage. You will admit they were no fools. They knew that worship of God could have been performed just as well at home . Thet taught us that those whose hearts were aglow with righteousness had the ganges in their on homes. But they saw that India was one undivided land so made by nature. They, therfore, argued that it must be one nation . Arguing , they established holy places in various parts of India, and fired the people with an idea of nationality in a manner unknown in other parts of the world . And we Indians are one as know to english man are .Only you and I and others who considers ourselves civilized and superior person imagine that we are many nation. It was after the advent of railways that we began to believe in distinctions , and you are at liberty now to say that it is through the railways that we are beginning to abolish those distinction. An opiun eater may argue the advantage of opium eating from the fact that he begin to understand the evil of the opium habit after having eaten it. I would ask you to considered well what I had said on the railways. According to author ,India has never been one nation. has been an aggregate of several nations. has always been one nations along with differences became a nation after the British came 49 / 150 Comprehension : I do not wish to suggest that beacause we were one nation we had no differences, but it is submitted that our leading men travelled throughout India either on foot or in bullockcarts. They learned one another’s languages and there was no aloofness amongst them. What do you think could have been the intention of those farseeing ancestors of ours who established Setubandha ( rameshwar) in the South, Jagannath in the East and Hardwar in North as places of pilgrimage. You will admit they were no fools. They knew that worship of God could have been performed just as well at home . Thet taught us that those whose hearts were aglow with righteousness had the ganges in their on homes. But they saw that India was one undivided land so made by nature. They, therfore, argued that it must be one nation . Arguing , they established holy places in various parts of India, and fired the people with an idea of nationality in a manner unknown in other parts of the world . And we Indians are one as know to english man are .Only you and I and others who considers ourselves civilized and superior person imagine that we are many nation. It was after the advent of railways that we began to believe in distinctions , and you are at liberty now to say that it is through the railways that we are beginning to abolish those distinction. An opiun eater may argue the advantage of opium eating from the fact that he begin to understand the evil of the opium habit after having eaten it. I would ask you to considered well what I had said on the railways. What does the autor mean when he says that “ whose hearts were aglow with righteousness had the Ganges in their own houses “? one need not visit the Ganges to take holy bath the Ganges has been polluted, so one should bath at home one should take a holy dip in the Ganges to purify one’s heart the purity of heart is superior to observance of any ritiual 50 / 150 Comprehension I do not wish to suggest that beacause we were one nation we had no differences, but it is submitted that our leading men travelled throughout India either on foot or in bullockcarts. They learned one another’s languages and there was no aloofness amongst them. What do you think could have been the intention of those farseeing ancestors of ours who established Setubandha ( rameshwar) in the South, Jagannath in the East and Hardwar in North as places of pilgrimage. You will admit they were no fools. They knew that worship of God could have been performed just as well at home . Thet taught us that those whose hearts were aglow with righteousness had the ganges in their on homes. But they saw that India was one undivided land so made by nature. They, therfore, argued that it must be one nation . Arguing , they established holy places in various parts of India, and fired the people with an idea of nationality in a manner unknown in other parts of the world . And we Indians are one as know to english man are .Only you and I and others who considers ourselves civilized and superior person imagine that we are many nation. It was after the advent of railways that we began to believe in distinctions , and you are at liberty now to say that it is through the railways that we are beginning to abolish those distinction. An opiun eater may argue the advantage of opium eating from the fact that he begin to understand the evil of the opium habit after having eaten it. I would ask you to considered well what I had said on the railways. The paragraph is written in a dialogic style prescriptive style descriptive style analytical style 51 / 150 What is the name of India's first-ever multinational air exercise scheduled for August 2024? Tarang Shakti Vayu Shakti Meghdoot Garuda Shakti Tarang Shakti-2024 is India's inaugural multinational air exercise, organized by the Indian Air Force (IAF). It aims to enhance cooperation and interoperability between the air forces of participating nations, including Germany and signifies a significant milestone in India's defence diplomacy efforts. 52 / 150 Who became the Indian Navy’s first woman helicopter pilot? Anamika B. Rajeev Neha Sharma Priya Patel Aarti Singh Sub Lieutenant Anamika B. Rajeev made history by becoming the Indian Navy’s first woman helicopter pilot. Her achievement was celebrated during a passing out parade held at the naval air station INS Rajali in Arakkonam. This milestone underscores the Indian Navy’s commitment to gender inclusivity and expanding career opportunities for women in the armed forces. 53 / 150 Which organization awarded the contract to Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers to build a research vessel? HAL DRDO ISRO BHEL The contract to build a research vessel was awarded to Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers by DRDO. This partnership aims to enhance India's maritime research capabilities, showcasing the collaborative efforts between defence organizations and shipbuilding companies to strengthen national defence and scientific research initiatives. 54 / 150 Which Indian Navy vessel recently entered Port Victoria, Seychelles? INS Vikramaditya INS Viraat INS Chakra INS Sunayna INS Sunayna, the second Saryu-class patrol vessel of the Indian Navy, entered Port Victoria, Seychelles as part of its long-range deployment in the South West Indian Ocean Region. This deployment coincides with the celebration of Seychelles National Day and marks the continued participation of Indian military contingents in the event since 1976. The visit includes various engagements and activities aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and maritime security cooperation between India and Seychelles. 55 / 150 Who released the book 'Gateways to the Sea: Historic Ports and Docks of Mumbai Region'? Banwarilal Purohit Kalraj Mishra Ramesh Bais Lakshman Prasad Acharya The book 'Gateways to the Sea: Historic Ports and Docks of Mumbai Region' was released by Shri Ramesh Bais, the Governor of Maharashtra, during a literary event at Raj Bhavan Mumbai on June 22, 2024. The event celebrated the maritime heritage of Mumbai, emphasizing Governor Bais's role in unveiling this significant work. 56 / 150 Where was the distinct, blue-coloured ant species discovered? Arunachal Pradesh Ladakh Assam Sikkim The discovery of the blue-colored ant species, Paraparatrechina Neela, was made in the biodiverse region of Siang Valley. This valley is situated within the state of Arunachal Pradesh, known for its rich biodiversity. The metallic blue hue of the ant species distinguishes it from others in its genus, making it a significant find for researchers studying the region's insect diversity. 57 / 150 In which state was the new eel species, Pisodonophis kalinga, discovered by ZSI? Andhra Pradesh West Bengal Tamil Nadu Odisha ZSI scientists discovered Pisodonophis kalinga, a new species of eel, in the Palur canal located in Odisha's Ganjam district. Named after ancient Odisha, this snake-like eel species belongs to the Ophichthidae family and order Anguilliformes. It is notably found in the Chilika lagoon and the adjacent Palur canal and has been commonly referred to as the Kalinga snake eel by the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI). Discovery of new species enriches biodiversity studies and underscores the importance of conservation efforts in regional ecosystems. 58 / 150 Which organization launched the Small Climate Satellite to study Earth's Poles? ESA NASA CNSA ISRO NASA launched the Small Climate Satellite as part of its PREFIRE (Polar Radiant Energy in the Far-InfraRed Experiment) mission. This mission aims to gather data on the heat radiated by the Arctic and Antarctica into space, thereby enhancing understanding of global climate dynamics. Established in 1958 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., NASA is renowned for its contributions to space exploration, scientific research, and technology development. 59 / 150 Where were the world's oldest inhabited termite mounds discovered? Australia Brazil South Africa India The termite mounds discovered in South Africa, dating back between 34,000 and 13,000 years, are recognized as the oldest inhabited mounds globally. These structures are crucial for their role in carbon storage through the transport of organic material deep into the soil, influencing the local carbon cycle. This discovery highlights South Africa as a significant site for understanding long-term ecological processes involving termites and their environmental 60 / 150 Where was South India’s first and the country’s largest leopard safari recently inaugurated? Bandipur National Park Bannerghatta Biological Park Nagarhole National Park Mudumalai National Park South India’s first and India’s largest leopard safari was recently inaugurated at Bannerghatta Biological Park (BBP) in Karnataka. Established to promote eco-recreation, eco-tourism, and conservation efforts, BBP evolved as a distinct entity from Bannerghatta National Park in 2002. Located approximately 22 kilometres south of Bengaluru, Karnataka, BBP spans an area of 731.88 hectares and houses a zoo, safari, butterfly park, and rescue centre. It is renowned for being the first biological park in India with a fenced, forested elephant sanctuary, making it a significant hub for wildlife conservation and education in the region. 61 / 150 Consider the following statements: 1. The writ of mandamus is available not only against judicial authorities but also against administrative authorities. authorities. 2. The writ of prohibition is issued only against judicial or quasi-judicial Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 62 / 150 Consider the following statements: 1. A constitutional amendment inserting a regulation in the Ninth Schedule can be challenged on the ground of violation of basic structure of the Constitution. 2. Any legislation enacted by the Parliament cannot be successfully challenged for affecting the basic structure of the Constitution. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 63 / 150 Which of the following statements is/are correct of the writ of prohibition? 1. It is an order issued by a higher court commanding a lower court to cease from proceeding in some matters not within its jurisdiction. 2. It can be claimed by an aggrieved party as a matter of right. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 64 / 150 Right to Education is a Fundamental Rights emanating from the right to: Freedom of speech and expression under Article 19 Culture and education under Articles 29 and 30 Life and personal liberty under Article 21 Equality before law and equal protection of the laws under Article 14 65 / 150 The Right to Property was converted into a legal right from a Fundamental Right, because it Tied the hands of the government to prevent corruption Gave rise to litigations that made judiciary overburden Led to severe conflict between judiciary and the Parliament Increased public resentment 66 / 150 Under the term "Double Jeopardy" implied in Article 20 of the Constitution of India, a person: Convicted by a court of law cannot be punished under departmental proceedings for the same offence. Punished departmentally cannot be prosecuted in a court of law for the same offence. Shall not be prosecuted and punished for the same offence more than once. Cannot be subjected to proceedings in civil courts for disobedience of an injunction along with criminal proceedings. 67 / 150 Which of the following statements about the right to freedom of religion is not correct? The State can regulate the economic, financial, political or other secular activities which may be associated with religious practices. Restrictions can be imposed on the right to freedom of religion on grounds of maintenance of public order, morality or health. Every religious denomination has the right to establish and maintain institutions for religious and charitable purposes. Funds appropriated by a religious denomination for promoting and maintaining a particular religion are taxable. 68 / 150 Which one of the following statements is not correct? An Appropriation Act is not essential for passing a grant under a Vote of Credit. Re-appropriation does not involve any additional expenditure. The Rajya Sabha has no power to vote on the demands for grants. No amendment can be proposed in the Appropriation Bill in either House of the Parliament. 69 / 150 Which of the following parliamentary procedures implies the mode of arriving at a decision? Division Guillotine Motion Point of order 70 / 150 Which of the following pairs are correctly matched? - 1. Article 266 : No tax shall be levied or collected except by the authority of law . 2. Article 117 No tax can be imposed unless asked for by the executive government. 3. Article 113 No expenditure can be sanctioned unless asked for by the executive government. 4. Article 265 - No expenditure can be incurred except with the authorisation of the legislature. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 1, 2, 3 and 4 2, 3 and 4 1, 3 and 4 2 and 3 only 71 / 150 Consider the following statements and select the correct Answer with the help of codes given below: Assertion (A): The work of wind as an agent of gradation is not as widespread as that of water. Reason (R): It is effective only in the desert regions of the world where rainfall is scanty and soil particles are loose. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A). Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A). (A) is true, but (R) is false. (A) is false, but (R) is true. 72 / 150 Arrange the following features formed by rivers in its course starting from upstream: 1. Meanders 2. Falls 3. Delta 4. Oxbow Lake Select the correct Answer using the code given below: 2 – 1 – 3 – 4 2 – 1 – 4 – 3 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 1 – 4 – 2 – 3 73 / 150 Which among the following phenomenas can occur when very warm and humid air is rising over a mass of a very cold air? 1. Calm weather 2. Snowfall 3. Storms and cyclonic storms 4. Intense rain and hail Select the correct Answer using the codes given below 1 and 2 2 and 3 3 and 4 1 and 4 74 / 150 Which of the following statement regarding ozone layer within the atmosphere is/are correct? 1. It absorbs most of the Ultraviolet radiation found in the Sun’s rays. 2. Chlorofluorocarbons are serious threat to the ozone layer. Select the correct Answer using the codes given below Only 1 Only 2 Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 75 / 150 What is the date observed as World Chagas Disease Day in 2024? April 14 May 15 April 13 July 7 World Chagas Disease Day is observed on April 14th each year to raise awareness about this neglected tropical disease and promote early detection and comprehensive care initiatives. 76 / 150 Which country is deploying its own atomic clocks nationwide to synchronize digital devices? Bhutan India Russia United States India is deploying its own atomic clocks to synchronize digital devices with Indian Standard Time (IST), enhancing timekeeping infrastructure and national defence capabilities. This initiative, led by the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and the Ministry of Science and Technology, signifies a significant technological advancement for India. 77 / 150 In which Indian state did the Indian Air Force (IAF) conduct Bambi Bucket operations to combat forest fires? Maharashtra Himachal Pradesh Uttarakhand Assam Despite the Uttarakhand government’s submission to the Supreme Court that the emergency situation regarding forest fires is now over, the State Forest Department reported 40 fresh cases of fire on May 8, 2024. This contradictory situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced in controlling the raging wildfires in the region. The Indian Air Force (IAF) provided relief by undertaking Bambi Bucket operations in Uttarakhand's Pauri Garhwal sector using its Mi17 V5 helicopters. 78 / 150 When is International Archives Day observed? June 09 June 10 July 09 July 10 International Archives Day is commemorated annually on June 09. This day serves to highlight the significance of records and archives in preserving our collective memory and shaping our present and future. It originated from a resolution adopted during the 2004 International Congress on Archives, with the official declaration made by the International Council on Archives (ICA) in 2007. Various events and initiatives are organized globally on this day to raise awareness about the importance of archives in society. 79 / 150 When do countries around the world observe the International Day for Countering Hate Speech? May 1 June 18 July 10 October 30 The International Day for Countering Hate Speech is observed annually on June 18th to raise awareness about the harmful effects of hate speech and promote strategies to address and counter it. This day emphasizes the role of youth in fostering inclusive societies and combating discrimination online and offline, as recognized and supported by the United Nations and its agencies like UNESCO. 80 / 150 When is Sustainable Gastronomy Day observed? June 18 July 4 June 15 July 22 Sustainable Gastronomy Day, observed on June 18th annually, highlights the importance of sustainable practices in gastronomy. This day encourages the use of locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and traditional cooking methods that minimize environmental impact. Recognized by the UN, it promotes awareness about the cultural significance of food and its connection to sustainable development goals, urging individuals and communities to embrace eco-friendly culinary practices for a healthier planet. 81 / 150 Where is the Malabar River Festival 2024 set to take place? Kozhikode Kochi Alappuzha Chalipuzha The Malabar River Festival 2024, featuring the International White Water Kayaking Championship, will be hosted in Kerala's Kozhikode. This event will showcase the thrilling sport of white-water kayaking across several rivers including Thusaharagiri, Chalipuzha, and Iruvazhinjipuzha, attracting participants from around the world. 82 / 150 On the subject of Income Tax: The Union Government has more powers than State Governments The State Governments have more powers than the Union Government. Both Union and State Governments have equal powers but Union shall prevail in case of conflict. Only the Union Government has power. 83 / 150 Which of the following cannot be purified by sublimation? iodine camphor citric acid naphthalene 84 / 150 Which of the following statements is true? water is neither acidic nor basic hydrochloric acid is a weak acid formic acid is a strong acid chloride ion is a weak base 85 / 150 The association of the rupee with pound sterling as the intervention currency was broken in 1990 1991 1992 1993 86 / 150 . Which one of the following organisms represents the primary consumer category in an ecosystem? - - > NDA 2019 (I) Caterpillar Crabapple tree Frog Sparrowhawk 87 / 150 Which one of the following statementss regarding Cholera is correct? - - > NDA 2019 (I) Cholera is a disease that causes loss of memory Cholera is a disease of muscles due to consumption of alcohol Cholera is a disease due to consumption of contaminated food or water Cholera is a genetic disease 88 / 150 Mitochondria are able to produce their own. Nucleus Nucleus Chloroplasts Digestive enzymes 89 / 150 . Which one of the following is the major constituent of biogas ? Carbon dioxide nitrous oxide Methane Oxygen 90 / 150 Which one of the following cell organelles may play a role in expelling excess water and wastes in case of unicellular organisms ? Lysosome Vacuole Golgi body Endoplasmic reticulum 91 / 150 The digestion of fat in human intestine is performed by . trypsin bile and lipase bile and amylase bile and pepsin 92 / 150 After fertilization the fruit and the seed are produced by ovule and ovary, respectively ovary and ovule, respectively ovary, no ovule required ovule, no ovary required 93 / 150 During a laboratory experiment , a student immerses epidermal leaf peel in a hypertonic solution. After some time, the student examined the cells under a microscope and observed that : . the cells swelled the cells were plasmolysed the cells built up turgor pressure the cells size was unaffected 94 / 150 In angiosperms, pollen grain germinates to produce two male gametes. Which one of the following functions is carried out by these gametes Both the gametes fuse with a single egg cell Both the gametes fuse with two different egg cells One gamete fuses with the egg cell and the other one eventually degenerate One gamete fuses with the egg cell and the other one fuses with a diploid secondary nucleus 95 / 150 Which of the following is a mixture? gunpowder iron sulphate brass dry ice 96 / 150 The acid that can be used as a hypnotic is tartaric acid benzoic acid barbituric acid butanoic acid 97 / 150 Which of the following is acidic in nature? sugar lime baking powder vinegar 98 / 150 Which of the following gases is used in cigarette lighters? butane methane propane radon 99 / 150 An element common to all acids is hydrogen sulphur oxygen chlorine 100 / 150 Which of these metals is used in storage batteries? copper lead aluminium zinc 101 / 150 The pH of a base solution is always less than 7 equal to 7 between 2 and 3 more than 7 102 / 150 Vinegar is an aqueous solution of oxalic acid citric acid acetic acid hydrochloric acid 103 / 150 Sulphur containing amino acid is glycine cysteine alanine leucine 104 / 150 What is commonly CaO CaC, CaSO CaCO, 105 / 150 Which of the following statements about plastics is false? plastics are capable of flowing under heat and pressure they can be moulded into various shapes all plastics are polymers, but not polymers are plastics all plastics are inflammable 106 / 150 The raw material used in making synthetic rubber is adipic acid vinyl chloride 1, 5 butadiene xylene 107 / 150 Glass articles are heat treated by annealing quenching dipping in liquid air none of these 108 / 150 Which of the following is fire resistant? asbestos dolomite gypsum none of these 109 / 150 Which of the following biochemicals is not a polymer? protein cellulose starch fat 110 / 150 Which country did India discuss revitalizing "Energy Sector Cooperation" with? Libya Iran Iraq Kuwait India held discussions with Libya to revitalize "Energy Sector Cooperation." During the meeting between Pankaj Jain, Secretary of India's Ministry of Petroleum, and Mohamed Khalil Issa, Deputy Minister for Political Affairs of Libya, in New Delhi, the focus was on enhancing bilateral energy cooperation. This included increasing crude oil trade and resuming exploration and production projects in Libya, involving Indian public sector entities like Indian Oil, ONGC, and Oil India. 111 / 150 A concave mirror produces a real, inverted image of the same size of the object. Then, the object is at a distance solid less than f from the mirror equal to f from the mirror equal to 2f from the mirror larger than 2f from the mirror where fis the focal length of the mirror 112 / 150 In each of the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is given followed by corresponding Reason (R), just below it. Read the statements carefully and mark the correct Answer : Assertion (A): During afternoon in deserts, you may see an inverted image of tree making you to believe that it is a image of tree in the water under the tree. Reason (R): During day time successive upper layers of air are denser than those below them. If both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. If both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A. If A is true but R is false If A and R are false If A is false but R is true. 113 / 150 The crystal of diamond shines due to high density total internal reflection crystal lattice none of these 114 / 150 The phenomenon of total internal reflec- tion may occur when light is passing from air to glass air to oil air to water glass to air 115 / 150 The terminal colours of the rainbow are violet and red violet and green red and green red and blue 116 / 150 The three primary colours are violet, green and red indigo, blue and orange blue, green and red blue, yellow and red 117 / 150 A man is sitting by the side of a large lake. He hears the utterances of bathers with their mouth close to water surface more clearly than if they were at same distance away on land. This effect is due to sound waves undergoing reflection refraction dispersion total internal reflection 118 / 150 A medium is dispersive if light of different wavelengths propa- gate at the same speed but has differ- ent frequencies light of different wavelengths propa- gate at different speeds light is bent gradually rather than suddenly light encounters different the medium in different directions 119 / 150 An object is placed at a distance equal to the focal length of convex mirror. If the focal length of the mirror be f, then the distance of the image from the pole of the mirror is less than f equal of f more than f infinity 120 / 150 An observer moves towards a stationary plane mirror at a speed of 1 m/sec. His image will move towards him at a speed of 1 m/sec 2 m/sec 4 m/sec ½ m/se 121 / 150 The angle of minimum deviation of an equiangular prism, having a refractive index of 1.732 is 60° 45° 30° 0° 122 / 150 The phenomenon of total internal reflec- tion may occur when light is passing from air to glass air to water air to oil glass to air 123 / 150 When a pencil is partly immersed in water in a beaker and held in a slanting position, the immersed portion appears bent towards the bottom bent towards the water surface bent in a zigzag manner as if it was not immersed 124 / 150 Which one of the following optical devices should be used to produce a convergent beam from a point source of light? convex mirror concave lens plane mirror convex lens 125 / 150 A substance emits energy which is detected as a line emission in the visible region using a spectroscope. The origin of this energy is vibrational energy of the molecules vibrational energy of the molecules energy of orbital electrons nucleus. energy of protons in the nucleus 126 / 150 In the case of a concave mirror, the image of an object is real, erect and diminished when the object lies beyond the centre of cur- vature real, inverted and of same size as the object when it lies between the centre of curvature and focus real, inverted and diminished when the object lies beyond the centre of curvature not real, large and unproportional 127 / 150 An energy source will supply a constant current into the load if its internal resistance is zero non-zero but less than the resistance of the load equal to the resistance of the load very large as compared to the load resistance 128 / 150 The internal resistance of which of the instruments is the higher? galvanometer ammeter voltmeter milliammeter 129 / 150 A capacitor (condenser) is used in an electrical circuit in order to prevent the flow of electric charge store electric charge produce electric charge switch off the current 130 / 150 Thermoelectric current produced is large when the two junctions are at the same temperature the two junctions are at different temperatures the thermoelectric couple is made of similar metals the termoelecctric couple is made of very thin resistance wires 131 / 150 Electrical energy generated at a power plant is delivered to distant places over long transmission cables at a very high alternating voltage of about 330,000 volts. The reason for this is that at high voltages, energy is delivered much faster than at low voltages there is less wastage of energy at high voltage high voltage prevents the theft of costly transmission cables it is much easier to generate a large amount of electrical energy at high voltage 132 / 150 In electric fittings, the wires are earthed because in case of a short circuit, current passes to the earth it avoids leakage of electricity it completes the electric circuit it reduces fluctuation 133 / 150 The diode cannot be used as a rectifier a detector a modulator an amplifier 134 / 150 Which of the following materials cannot serve as a dielectric in a condenser? paper oil glass copper 135 / 150 In each of the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is given followed by corresponding Reason (R), just below it. Read the statements carefully and mark the correct Answer : Assertion (A): Galvanometer can be used as an ammeter. Reason (R): To measure current we can use ammeters as well as galvanometers. If both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. If both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A. If A is true but R is false If A and R are false If A is false but R is true. 136 / 150 The export of slaves from India was banned by The export of slaves from India was banned by Firoz Tughlaq Ala-ud-din Khilji Sikandar Lodi 137 / 150 Who among the following was a great musician in the court of Akbar? Amir Khusro Tansen Abul Fazal Ramdas 138 / 150 Hussan Ali and Abhuallah Khan failed to contain rebellions and save the empire from administrative disintegration be- cause of the frequent Maratha raids into Mughals territories the invasions from Persia the rise of powerful jagirdars within the Mughal empire they were faced with rebellions, in- trigues and conspiracies within the Mughal empire 139 / 150 Before taking employment under Aurangzeb, Mir Jumla was in whose service? Abdullah Qutb Shah of Golconda Adil Shah of Bijapur Nizam-ul-mulk of Ahmednagar Raja Jaswant Singh of Jodhpur 140 / 150 Which of the following schools of paintings developed independently during the Mughal Period? The Bijapur School The Golconda School The Kangra School The Rajput School 141 / 150 Aurangzeb attacked Bijapur and Golconda because Aurangzeb was an orthodox Sunni and the rulers of Bijapur and Golconda were Shia Muslims of Aurangzeb's policy of expansion and to consolidate his supremacy Bijapur and Golconda were support- ing Marathas Rulers of Bijapur and Golconda were weak and as such it offered easy take- over 142 / 150 Which one of the following statements is correct regarding the mode of payment of land revenue during the Mughal period? The peasants paid revenue in metallic currency The peasants paid revenue in cowry. The peasants paid revenue in the form of crops. There was no uniform mode of pay- ment of revenue throughout the Mughal empire. 143 / 150 Which one of the following is not correct about the painters attached to the imperial establishment during the Mughal period? They did not depict the common man and his life They never showed any technological devices in their paintings They never made paintings as joint work They never made self portraits 144 / 150 The theory of Sullh-i-Kul was propounded by Nizamuddin Auliya Akbar Zainul Abidin Shaikh Nasiruddin Chiragh 145 / 150 Name the site that gives us valuable information about India’s maritime links on the Coromandal Coast? Bharukachchha Karur Arikamedu Anuradhapura 146 / 150 Which one of the following was NOT a way in which kings in ancient India attempted to claim a higher status ? Identifying with a variety of deities Assuming pompous titles Imposing high taxes Conquests and annexation of territories 147 / 150 . Who among the following is the author of the Hastyayurveda ? Palakapya Vagbhata Sushruta Charaka 148 / 150 Early Buddhist sculptors did not show Buddha in human form. Through which of the following symbols was Buddha’s presence shown by the early sculptors? Empty Seat and Stupa only Wheel and Tree only Wheel, Tree and Stupa only Empty Seat, Wheel , Tree and Stupa 149 / 150 . Arthashastra, the classical work of Indian political thought, focuses primarily on . economy culture statecraft monarchy 150 / 150 Which one of the following rivers was earlier known as “ Vitasta’? Tista Jhelum Tungabhadra Tamraparni Your score is 0% Send feedback 123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354555657585960616263646566676869707172737475767778798081828384858687888990919293949596979899100101102103104105106107108109110111112113114115116117118119120 CDS Weekly / ( Mock Test 4) August 25 S No Topics Questions 1 Ancient lHistory 5 2 Medieval lHistory 5 3 Modern lHistory 5 4 Current Affairs 20 5 Polity 15 6 Geography 25 7 Economy 15 8 Chemistry 10 9 Physics 10 10 Biology 10 Total 120 1 / 120 Which one of the following conditions is most relevant for the presence of life on mars? Occurrence of ozone Thermal conditions Occurrence of ice cap and frozen water Atmospheric composition 2 / 120 Airbags work on the principle of a chemical reaction triggered by the impact producing a gaseous product that causes a sudden volume change. Which one among the following chemical conversions is responsible for this ? . Carbon dioxide into carbon monoxideSudden conversion of gaseous carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide Sudden conversion of gaseous carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide Solid carbon dioxide into gaseous carbon dioxide Sodium azide into nitrogen gas 3 / 120 Tooth enamel is made up of which onme of the following calcium compounds? - - > NDA 2019 (I) Calcium phosphate Callcium hydroxide Calcium carbonate Calcium sulphate 4 / 120 Which of the following cannot be purified by sublimation? iodine citric acid camphor naphthalene 5 / 120 A highly evolved human brain contains approximately 10,000 million nerve cells 10,000 nerve cells 100 million nerve cells 100,000 nerve cells 6 / 120 Match list I wit List II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists: List i List II (Soil Type) (Major Characteristic) A. Oxisols 1. Very rich in organic matter B. Vertisols 2. Soil lacking horizons C. Histosol 3. Very old and highly weathered D. Entisols 4. Rich in clay content and highly basic Code: A-2 B-1 C-4 D-3 A-3 B-1 C-4 D-2 A-2 B-4 C-1 D-3 A-3 B-4 C-1 D-2 7 / 120 . Sita 1.5 m high, stands before a plane mirror fixed on a wall to view her full image. What should be the minimum height of the plane mirror so that Sita can view her image fully ? 0.50 m 0.35 m 0.25 m 0.75 m 8 / 120 Moral persuasion and statutory liquidity ratio (SLR) are instruments of the Fiscal policy Monetary policy Budget Trade Policy 9 / 120 Blood is a type of . Connective tissue Muscular tissues Nervous tissue Epithelial tissue 10 / 120 Who has been honoured with the prestigious 'Aryabhatta Award' for their contributions to astronautics? Rajagopalachari G Satheesh Reddy Pavuluri Subba Rao Avinash Chander Pavuluri Subba Rao, the Founder, CEO, and Chairman of Ananth Technologies, has been honoured with the 'Aryabhatta Award' by the Aeronautical Society of India (ASI) for his significant contributions to astronautics in India. This recognition highlights Rao's entrepreneurial success and pioneering contributions to the Indian space program through Ananth Technologies. 11 / 120 Which one of the following statements about the composition of the Parliament is not correct ? Rajya Sabha has 12 nominated members. Representatives from Union Territories in Lok Sabha are chose bye direct elections Representatives of the states in Rajya Sabha are elected directly by the people. Lok Sabha has seats reserved for SCs and STs. 12 / 120 Gases have a definite volume but not shape a definite shape but not volume neither definite volume nor shape a definite volume and shape 13 / 120 In prokaryotic organisms, nuclear region is not surrounded by a membrane. This undefined nuclear region is known as. Nucleolus Nucleic acid Nucleoid Nucleosome 14 / 120 Which of the following statements is true? formic acid is a strong acid water is neither acidic nor basic hydrochloric acid is a weak acid chloride ion is a weak base 15 / 120 Which one of the following statements about the Vice-President of India is not correct ? He is not eligible for re-election. He is elected by members of an electoral college consisting of members of both Houses of Parliament His term of office is five years. He must not be less than 35 years of age. 16 / 120 An iron nail sinks in water whereas an iron ship floats. Which of the following statements is correct in this regard ? Average density of ship is greater than that of the water Average density of iron nail is greater than that of the water. Average density of the ship is less than that of the water. Average density of ship is equal to that of the water. Select the correct answer using the code given below : 2 and 3 2 and 3 1 and 4 1 and 2 17 / 120 The black part of the moon is always calm and dark which is called Area of storms Sea of tranquility Ocean of storms none of these 18 / 120 Which among the following is not a condition for the disqualification of a Member of Parliament ? The Member abstains from voting in the House without prior permission The Member holds the office of thee Chairman of Board of Directors of The National Coal Development Corporation Ltd. Holding the office of the Chairperson of the National Commission for women Voluntary acquisition of citizenship of a foreign country 19 / 120 In which country did the KAZA 2024 Heads of State Summit take place? Angola Zambia Namibia Botswana The KAZA 2024 Heads of State Summit concluded in the Zambian resort town of Livingstone. Leaders from the five member countries attended the summit, which focused on discussing wildlife product trade and conservation efforts in the region. 20 / 120 Kerosene and petrol mixture can be best separated by Fractional distillation Compressing and cooling Separating funnel Kerosene and petrol mixture can be best separated by 21 / 120 Which of the following does not comprise internal debt of the country? special securities issued to RBI treasury bills market borrowing foreign assistance 22 / 120 At the banks of which of the following rivers was the battle of Ten Kings fought in the Early Vedik Period. Shutudri Parushni Sarasvati Drishadvati 23 / 120 Who are the beneficiaries of the Tele MANAS cell established through the collaboration of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Ministry of Defence? Armed Forces personnel Health Workers Children Medical Professionals The Tele MANAS Cell, established through collaboration between the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) and the Ministry of Defence (MoD), aims to address the mental health needs of armed forces personnel and their families. This initiative provides specialized tele-mental health services, ensuring prompt and effective support for the unique mental health requirements of armed forces beneficiaries, thereby enhancing their overall well-being. 24 / 120 Sound of frequency below 20 Hz are called sounds audio infrasonics supersonics ultrasonics 25 / 120 Devaluation of currency will be more beneficial if prices of exports remain constant prices of domestic goods remain constant prices of exports rise proportionately prices of imports remain constant 26 / 120 Where is the Malabar River Festival 2024 set to take place? Alappuzha Kozhikode Kochi Chalipuzha The Malabar River Festival 2024, featuring the International White Water Kayaking Championship, will be hosted in Kerala's Kozhikode. This event will showcase the thrilling sport of white-water kayaking across several rivers including Thusaharagiri, Chalipuzha, and Iruvazhinjipuzha, attracting participants from around the world. 27 / 120 Where did the 21st Shangri-La Dialogue take place? Singapore Malaysia China Thailand The 21st Shangri-La Dialogue, a significant defence summit in the Asia-Pacific region, concluded in Singapore. This annual event, organized by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), gathers delegates from around the world to discuss pressing security challenges and explore new approaches. 28 / 120 Mordants are substances that have the capacity to increase the intensity of colour have a bleaching action are very hard solids fix colours on fabrics 29 / 120 Currency note of one rupee and coins of all denominations are issued by the Reserve Bank of India State Bank of India Ministry of Finance of India Government 30 / 120 Which company successfully launched the Ax-3 mission to the International Space Station (ISS) with the first Turkish astronaut onboard? European Space Agency SpaceX NASA CNSA 31 / 120 How can resources be classified on the basis of their origin ? Individual and community Renewable and Non-renewable Biotic and A biotic Potential and reserve 32 / 120 The location of the ancient city of Taxila ( Takashshila), Mentioned In ancient Indian texts, was identified by Alxander Chunnigham Daya Ram Sahni R.D Banerji John Marshall 33 / 120 Which one of the following statements about primary waves of earthquakes is not correct They can travel only through solid materials. They travel through gaseous, liquid and solid materials. They move faster and are the first to arrive at the surface They are similar to sound waves 34 / 120 Which country's navy is sending trainees to participate in a training program with the Indian Navy? Sri Lanka Saudi Arabia Bangladesh Oman India and Saudi Arabia have strengthened their naval training collaboration through the integration of 76 trainees from the King Fahad Naval Academy of the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) into the First Training Squadron (1TS) of the Indian Navy at the Southern Naval Command in Kochi. This initiative aims to bolster bilateral naval cooperation and foster mutual understanding between the two nations. The training program encompasses various activities such as seamanship, simulator exercises, and sail training onboard, enhancing operational skills and inter-naval camaraderie between India and Saudi Arabia. 35 / 120 Revenue of the state governments are raised from the following sources, except entertainment tax expenditure tax land revenue agricultural income tax 36 / 120 A camera lens is marked '8 cm, f/16. This means that the diameter (or aperture) of the lens is 2.5 mm 5 mm 20 mm 10 mm. 37 / 120 What is the name of the first indigenous medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) drone recently acquired by the Indian Navy? Aero Hawk Falcon Eye Drishti 10 Starliner SkyGuardianDrishti 10 Starliner 38 / 120 A doctor advises a patient to take plenty of citrus fruits, guavas, tomatoes and amalas over a period of 2 months regu- larly. What do you think the patient is suffering from? blurred vision, burning and dryness of eye and tongue, cracking of skin at the corner of the mouth extreme weakness, swelling and pain in legs, loss of appetite, headache softness and pain in bones, bending of vertebral column spongy, swollen and bleeding gums 39 / 120 Glass is a compound a mixture of polysilicates both b and c a supercooled liquid 40 / 120 Who among the following is given discretionary powers under the fifth Schedule of the Constitutional of India to set up a Tribes Advisory Council in a state which has Scheduled Tribes but not scheduled areas ? The President of India The Parliament of India The Governor of the concerned state The Inter-State Council 41 / 120 Which of the following statements is/are correct ? 1. Committee on Estimates is an ad hoc committee of the Parliament. 2. Committee on railway Convention is a standing committee of the Parliament Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 only Neither 1 nor 2 Both 1 and 2 2 only 42 / 120 . Which of the following processes involves chemical reaction ? - Evaporation of petrol Storing of oxygen gas under pressure in a gas cylinder Burning of magnesium ribbon in air Dissolution of salt in water 43 / 120 13. A healthy freshwater fish is placed in salt- water. The expected consequence of this would be that the fish suffers from a fungal or bac- terial disease and dies the fish becomes bloated and dies the fish becomes dehydrated and dies there is no observable effect on the fish provided there is sufficient food 44 / 120 Which one of the following organims has vascular tissues? - - > NDA 2019 (I) Marsilea Cladophora Penicillium Anbaena 45 / 120 among the following is NOT true with respect to colloidal solution ? They show Tyndal effect Particles are uniformly distributed throughout the solution They do not settle down when kept undisturbed1 Colloidal solution is homogenous in nature 46 / 120 Identity the type of drainage pattern on the basis of the given characteristics: 1. It represents the most common pattern of streams and their tributaries 2. It occurs in areas of uniform rock type and regular slope 3. a map, or aerial photograph , shows a pattern like the veins on a leaf-smaller streams join the main stream at an acute angle Select the correct answer. Trellis Dendritic Radial Centripetal 47 / 120 Which one of the following was not included in the terms and condition of Subsidiary Alliance System of Lord Wellesley ? In the territory of the ally, a British armed contingent would be stationed The British would protect their ally The ally was free to enter into Agreement with other rulers or engage in warfare The ally would have to provide resources for the maintenance of the British armed contingent 48 / 120 In each of the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is given followed by corresponding Reason (R), just below it. Read the statements carefully and mark the correct Answer : Assertion (A): Pendulum controlled clock slows down when taken from the plain to a mountain. Reason (R): Length of pendulum decreases as the air density on mountains is lesser than in plains. If A is true but R is false If A and R are false If A is false but R is true. If both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. If both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A. 49 / 120 Which one of the following is a bacterium that causes disease in human body ? Varicella zoster trypanosome gambiense Plasmodium falciparum Salmonella typhi 50 / 120 Which Maratha statesman signed the Treaty of Bassein on December 31, 1802 ? Daulat Rao Sindhia Baji Rao II Vithuji Holkar Madhava Rao Narayan 51 / 120 What is the name of the missile that DRDO successfully tested, showcasing its capability to intercept high-speed unmanned aerial targets at very low altitudes? AKASH-NG NAG TRISHUL BRAHMOS-II 52 / 120 Which one of the following optical phenomena supports that the light is a transverse wave ? Refraction Diffraction Interference Polarization 53 / 120 Who was honoured with the Distinguished Overseas Dental Specialist title at the National Fame Awards 2024? Karthik Kommuri Narayanmoorthy Gauahar Khan Dia Mirza Dr Karthik Kommuri was honoured with the Distinguished Overseas Dental Specialist (Orthodontics and Orofacial Pain) title at the National Fame Awards 2024 for his exceptional patient care and commitment to contemporary practice in orthodontics and dentistry. 54 / 120 Which one among the following is the largest State in terms of seats in the Rajya Sabha ? Rajasthan Bihar Andhra Pradesh Karnataka 55 / 120 The group of small pieces of rocks revolving round the sun between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter are called Comets Asteroids Meteors Meteorites 56 / 120 Lunar eclipse occurs When sun lies between earth and moon When earth lies between sun and moon When moon lies between earth and sun None of these 57 / 120 The element which is both very hard and very soft is tin sulphur phosphorus carbon 58 / 120 Land masses are heated and cooled much faster than water bodies. Which of the following statements justifies it? I. Land gets heated by conduction. II. Water has a higher specific heat. III. Only the surface layer of water is heated. IV. Water gets heated by convection. I and IV I, II and IV I, II and III II and III 59 / 120 Who dominated the Japanese Grand Prix in the 2024 season? Carlos Sainz Lando Norris Sergio Perez Max Verstappen Max Verstappen of Red Bull dominated the Japanese Grand Prix in the 2024 season, leading a one-two finish for his team alongside teammate Sergio Perez, showcasing impressive control and performance throughout the race. 60 / 120 What causes the change of seasons ? Earth’s revolution and inclination of its axis Earth’s revolution Earth’s rotation and revolution Earth’s rotation and inclination of its axis 61 / 120 ‘Chandimangala’ was composed in which one of the following languages during the 16th century CE? Tamil Bengali Oriya Sanskrit 62 / 120 What is the name of the indigenous assault rifle launched by DRDO for the armed forces? Ugram Rakshak Nirbhay Shakti 63 / 120 Which of the following statement regarding ozone layer within the atmosphere is/are correct? 1. It absorbs most of the Ultraviolet radiation found in the Sun’s rays. 2. Chlorofluorocarbons are serious threat to the ozone layer. Select the correct Answer using the codes given below Only 2 Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Only 1 64 / 120 Which of the following factors does not divide our society into haves and have nots? social stratification. absence of social security system of private property principle of progressive taxation 65 / 120 The headquarters of Ghadar Movement/Party were at Portland San Francisco Florida Standard University 66 / 120 only formed to repair damaged mus- cle tissue 421 821 66.51 501 67 / 120 Which one of the following is not a circumstance for proclamation of Emergency by the President of India under Article 352 of the Constitutional of India ? External a aggression War Armed rebellion Internal disturbance 68 / 120 In each of the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is given followed by corresponding Reason (R), just below it. Read the statements carefully and mark the correct Answer : Assertion (A): Galvanometer can be used as an ammeter. Reason (R): To measure current we can use ammeters as well as galvanometers. If both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A. If both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. If A is false but R is true. If A is true but R is false If A and R are false 69 / 120 The term soil improvement relates to which one of the following. Soil getting very deficient in plant nutrients Soil getting enriched with plant nutrients Soil erosion Soil Deposition 70 / 120 A travelling wave passes a point of observation where the time interval between successive crests is 0.2 s. Which of the following is then true? The wavelength is 0.2 m The frequency of 5 Hz. The wavelength is 5 m The velocity of propagation is 5 m/s 71 / 120 Which one of the following rivers takes a ‘U’ turn at Namcha Barwa and enters India? Ganga Barak Tista Brahamaputra 72 / 120 Since independence, both development and non-development expenditures have increased, the increase in the former being a little more than in the other. Non- development expenditure involves 1) Interest payment 2)subsidies 3)defence 4)irrigation Chose Correct Option 1 only 1,2,and 3 2,3,and 4 1 and 2 73 / 120 What profession did Saurav Ghosal retire from? Footballer Squash Player Tennis Player Cricketer Saurav Ghosal, the Indian squash Player, announced his retirement from professional squash, marking the end of an illustrious career spanning over two decades. Throughout his career, Ghosal achieved numerous milestones, including winning 12 Professional Squash Association (PSA) titles, multiple medals at the Commonwealth Games (CWG) and Asian Games, and breaking into the top 10 in the World rankings. His retirement from professional squash leaves a significant void in the sport, highlighting his contributions and achievements as a squash player. 74 / 120 Who among the following Mughal emperors was a Follower of the Naqashbandiyya leader, Khwaja Ubayuullah Ahrar? Jahangir Akbar Babur Humayun 75 / 120 Which state's traditional items, Matabari Pera and Pachra, have been honoured with the Geographical Indication (GI) tag? Meghalaya Assam Tripura Manipur Tripura's traditional items, Matabari Pera and Pachra, have been honoured with the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, marking a significant milestone for local artisans and weavers in the state. 76 / 120 Where was the 1st 'Blue Talks' meeting on the Ocean hosted by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)? Mumbai New Delhi Kolkata Chennai 77 / 120 Which of the following statements with regard to the privileges of the Members of the Parliament are correct ? 1. Privileges would not be fettered by the Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution of India. 2. Privileges must be read subject to the Articles 20-22 and Article 32 of the Constitution of India. 3. Immunity is available in relation to both civil and criminal prosecution. 4. Immunity is available in relation to freedom of speech even in his/her private or personal capacity. Select the correct answer using the code given below. 2 and 3 1 and 4 only 1 and 2 only 1, 2 and 4 78 / 120 The Amara- Nayaka system was a major political innovation of which Indian imperial rulers ? Chalukyas Cholas Vijayanagara Guptas 79 / 120 Which one of the following is NOT an example of organic compound ? Cane sugar Urea Marsh gas Ammonium cyanate 80 / 120 Which country has decided to end captive breeding of lions due to concerns over trophy hunting and the use of lion bones in traditional Chinese medicine? Kenya Tanzania South Africa Zimbabwe South Africa's decision marks a significant shift in wildlife conservation practices, particularly regarding captive breeding and the exploitation of lion populations for various purposes. 81 / 120 Two planets which have no satellites Mercury and Venus Earth and Uranus Mercury and Mars Venus and Mars 82 / 120 Cartilage is NOT found on. urinary bladder larynx nose ear 83 / 120 Land reform measures initiated in India do not include ownership rights for tenants ceiling on landholdings part state ownership of land consolidation of landholdings 84 / 120 In the joint military exercise 'Desert Cyclone 2024,' which two nations are collaborating to enhance interoperability? India and UAE India and Saudi Arabia India and Qatar India and Oman 85 / 120 . How many of the following materials can be attracted by a magnet ? Plastic 2. Carbon 3. Aluminium 4. Stainless Steel Select the correct answer using the code given below : 1 3 None 2 86 / 120 Which one among the following is not correct about the Secretary General of the Lok Sabha ? The Secretary General acts under the authority in the name of the Speaker. The Secretary General is the advisor to the Speaker. The Secretary General passes orders in the name of the Speaker. The Secretary General works under the Speaker with delegated authority. 87 / 120 Which one of the following States does not have a Legislative Council? Telangana Arunachal Pradesh Karnataka Jammu and Kashmir 88 / 120 What is Inter-cropping? It is growing of two or more crops in definite row patterns It is growing of two or more crops in random mixture It is growing of different crops on a piece of land in a pre –planned succession It is the time period between two cropping seasons. 89 / 120 A ligament is a fibrous tissue that joins the muscle to bone only formed to repair damaged mus- cle tissue a type of amorphous gel that cements non-movable joints together a type of fibrous connective tissue that joins bones together at joints 90 / 120 Who emerged victorious at the Scripps National Spelling Bee? Jacques Bailly Faizan Zaki Bruhat Soma Corrie Loeffler Bruhat Soma, a 12-year-old Indian-American seventh-grader from Florida, emerged victorious at the prestigious Scripps National Spelling Bee. In a remarkable display of spelling prowess, Bruhat correctly spelt 29 words in the tiebreaker round, securing the championship. This win marks Bruhat's triumph after participating in the competition for the third time, showcasing his perseverance and dedication to spelling excellence. 91 / 120 Which foreign military contingent participated in the Republic Day Parade 2024? French United Kingdom Germany United States of America 92 / 120 Where did the India-IORA Cruise Tourism Conference conclude on June 14? Mumbai Kolkata Chennai New Delhi The India-IORA Cruise Tourism Conference concluded in New Delhi on June 14. The conference brought together officials and experts from member states of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) to discuss and foster cooperation in cruise, coastal, and marine tourism across the region. New Delhi hosted the event, which aimed to enhance collaboration and strategic partnerships among stakeholders involved in promoting tourism within the Indian Ocean Rim. 93 / 120 The major portion of the Great Artesian Basin in Australia is located in Queensland Northern Territory Western Australia Victoria 94 / 120 Which of the following statements as per the Constitution of India are not correct? 1. The President tenders his resignations to the Chief Justice of India 2. The Vice-President tenders his resignation to the President of India 3. The Comptroller and Auditor General of India is removed from his office in the like manner as the President of India. 4.A Judge of the Supreme Court can resign his office by writing under his hand addressed to the Chief Justice of India. Select the correct answer using the code given below: 1 and 2 only 1, 2 and 3 3 and 4 only 1, 3 and 4 95 / 120 When a current flowing through a resistance increases four times, the heat developed will increase four times sixteen times two times eight times 96 / 120 Which Indian Navy vessel recently entered Port Victoria, Seychelles? INS Viraat INS Sunayna INS Vikramaditya INS Chakra INS Sunayna, the second Saryu-class patrol vessel of the Indian Navy, entered Port Victoria, Seychelles as part of its long-range deployment in the South West Indian Ocean Region. This deployment coincides with the celebration of Seychelles National Day and marks the continued participation of Indian military contingents in the event since 1976. The visit includes various engagements and activities aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and maritime security cooperation between India and Seychelles. 97 / 120 Name the site that gives us valuable information about India’s maritime links on the Coromandal Coast? Karur Bharukachchha Anuradhapura Arikamedu 98 / 120 Charcoal is amorphous crystalline hygroscopic none of these 99 / 120 Where was India's first-ever astro-tourism event, 'Nakshatra Sabha', organized? Kerala Himachal Pradesh Uttarakhand Rajasthan The Uttarakhand government organized India's first-ever astro-tourism event called 'Nakshatra Sabha' in Mussoorie, the 'Queen of Hills', on June 1 and 2, 2024. This initiative aims to promote astro-tourism in the state, attracting astronomy enthusiasts, adventurers, and travellers to marvel at the wonders of the universe while enjoying Uttarakhand's natural beauty. 100 / 120 Which one of the following statements with regard to the appointment of the Members of the Parliamentary Committees is correct ? The Members are only nominated. The Members are only elected. The Members are appointed or elected on a motion made and adopted or nominated by the Speaker of the Lok Sabha or the Chairman of the Rajya Sabha. The Members are only appointed. 101 / 120 Consider the following statements about Ashoka’s faith in Buddhism: - 1. Rummindei Pillar Inscription and Nigali Sagar Pillar Inscription provide clear evidence of Ashoka’s faith in Buddhism. 2. Minor Rock Edict-I gives evidence of a sudden change in Ashoka’s faith in Buddhism. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? Neither 1 nor 2 Both 1 and 2 1 only 2 only 102 / 120 The planet Pluto has been abandoned from the group of conventional planet and kept in the group of dwarf planet by a summit held in London The planet Pluto has been abandoned from the group of conventional planet and kept in the group of dwarf planet by a summit held in Geneva Prague 103 / 120 Among the following countries, where did the idea of ‘Social Market Economy’ emerge in 1950 ? United Kingdom Germany United States of America France 104 / 120 In which Indian state did the Indian Air Force (IAF) conduct Bambi Bucket operations to combat forest fires? Assam Uttarakhand Maharashtra Himachal Pradesh Despite the Uttarakhand government’s submission to the Supreme Court that the emergency situation regarding forest fires is now over, the State Forest Department reported 40 fresh cases of fire on May 8, 2024. This contradictory situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced in controlling the raging wildfires in the region. The Indian Air Force (IAF) provided relief by undertaking Bambi Bucket operations in Uttarakhand's Pauri Garhwal sector using its Mi17 V5 helicopters. 105 / 120 Consider the following statements: 1. According to Mahavamsa Ashoka turned to the Buddha’s Dhamma When his nephew Nigrodha preached the doctrine to him 2. Divyavadana ascribes Ashoka being drawn to the Buddha’s teaching to the influence of Samudra, a merchant-turned monk 3. Dipavamsa Speaks of a Samudra, the 12-year-old son off a merchant, as the key figure in Ashoka’s coming under the influence of the Buddhist Dhamma Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 3 1only 2 only 1 and 2 106 / 120 Which one of the following statementss regarding Cholera is correct? - - > NDA 2019 (I) Cholera is a disease of muscles due to consumption of alcohol Cholera is a disease that causes loss of memory Cholera is a disease due to consumption of contaminated food or water Cholera is a genetic disease 107 / 120 Which of the following factors contribute to inflation? none of the 20 per cent increase in money supply 20 per cent increase in prices of agricultural commodities 20 per cent fall in the production of industrial products above 108 / 120 If a pendulum clock be taken from the earth to a revolving artificial satellite, it will run fast run slow stop altogether give the same time 109 / 120 Which Indian Navy vessel arrived in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on January 8, 2024, to strengthen bilateral ties and support the vision of Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR)? INS Kabra INS Chakra INS Vikrant INS Rajput 110 / 120 In the election held in 1937, in which two provinces was the Indian national Congress not able to emerge as the single largest party/ Punjab and Assam Assam and Madras Punjab and Sind Assam and North-west Fronteir 111 / 120 Who among the following ancient Indian kings was praised in glowing terms in the Prayaga Prashasti ? Bindusara Harshavardhana Samudragupta Ashoka 112 / 120 Who is the author of the 16th century Sanskrit text’ the Vraja Bhakti Vilasa which focuses on the Braj Region in North India? Narayana Bhatta Chaitanya Todar mal Rupa Goswami 113 / 120 Which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Air close to the Earth’s surface is heavier. 2. Air close to the Earth’s surface contains larger quantity of water vapour and dust particles. Select the correct Answer using the code given below: Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 1 only 2 only 114 / 120 Which country did Derek Underwood represent as a legendary cricketer? England South Africa New Zealand Australia Derek Underwood, who passed away at the age of 78, was a legendary cricketer known for his exceptional skills as a spinner while representing England for over 15 years, making him an icon in the cricketing world. 115 / 120 A special address by the Governor refers to the address delivered by the Governor at the commencement of the first session after general election and at the first session of each year whenever he/she has concluded that such is necessary when President's Rule is called for when a national emergency necessitates dissolution Legislative Assembly 116 / 120 . Ram records the odometer readings of his car for the distance covered from 2000 km at the start of his journey and 2400 km at the end of the journey after 8 hours. What is the average speed of the car ? 70km/h 50 km/h 60 km/h 80km/h 117 / 120 Which one of the following Statements about the public Accounts Committee (9PAC) of the Parliament is not correct ? In case a member of any other Committee constituted by the Government is elected to the PAC, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha decides whether he should continue to be a member of the former Committee. Fifteen members of the Committee are elected by the Lok Sabha from amongst its members The Chairperson of the Committee is elected by its members. It examines the Finance Accounts of the Government of India. 118 / 120 An alloy of........ is used in fountain pen nib tips. platinum and copper platinum and silver platinum and gold platinum and iridium 119 / 120 Which of the following can be used to check inflation temporarily? increase in wages reduction in taxes decrease in taxes decrease in money supply 120 / 120 In which one of the following States has the President’s Rule been imposed most number of times ? Bihar Manipur Karnataka Punjab Your score is 0% Send feedback 123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354555657585960616263646566676869707172737475767778798081828384858687888990919293949596979899100101102103104105106107108109110111112113114115116117118119120121122123124125126127128129130131132133134135136137138139140141142143144145146147148149150 NDA Mock Test -3 (August 18) S No Topics Questions 1 English 50 2 Current Affairs 10 3 Polity 10 4 Geography 15 5 Biology 10 6 Chemistry 15 7 Physics 25 8 Modern History 15 Total 150 1 / 150 Consider the following statements with reference to the Bhoodan Movement : Vinoba Bhave organized ‘ The Sarvodaya Samaj’ to take up the work of non- violent transformation in India. Jayaprakash Narayan withdrew from active politics to join the Bhoodan Movement in 1953 In the wake of the Bhoodan Movement the first donation of land was made in the village of Pochampalli in Telangana How many of the statements given above is/are correct ? 1 2 3 None 2 / 150 Which Governor General of Bengal underwent impeachment proceedings in the British Parliament Robert Clive Henry Vansittart Warren Hastings Lord Cornwallis 3 / 150 What one of the following areas was acquired by the British under the Treaty of Deogaon, 1803 Cuttack Murshidabad Surat Calicut 4 / 150 Which of the following statements is/are correct ? The Dutch East India Company was formed after the formation of the British East India Company. Vasco da Gama reached Calicut in 1498. Select the correct answer using the code given below : . 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1nor 2 5 / 150 The Mahad Satyagraha of 1927 was organized by B.R. Ambedkar Mahatma Gandhi S.C. Bose Lokmanya Tilak 6 / 150 Which one of the following statements about the ishtahars issued during the Revolt of 1857 is correct? They glorified the Muslim rule in India They glorified the co-existence of different communities under the Mughal Empire They glorified the message of Islam They glorified the role of Queen Victoria 7 / 150 Which of the statements given below about the Champaran satyagraha is/are correct? 1. It was related to indigo plantations. 2. It started because the European planters oppressed the Zamindars. Select the correct answer using the code given below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 8 / 150 Which of the following statements is/are not true about the Hindustan Republication Association? (i) It was founded by Sachin Sanyal and Jogeshchandra Chatterji. (ii) It was the first revolutionary terrorist association at the all-India level (iii) It was renamed as Hindustan Communist Republican Associaton by Chandrashekar. (iv) It was later joined by Bhagat Singh. (v) In 1929 some of its members tried to blow Lord reading’s train near Delhi. Choose the answers from the codes given below: Only iii iii and iv only v iii and v 9 / 150 What is the correct sequence of the following events? 1. The lucknow pact 2. The Introduction of Dyarchy 3. The Rowlatt Act 4. The partition of Bengal 1,3,2,4 4,1,3,2 1,2,3,4 4,3,2,1 10 / 150 What was the IIbert Bill intended for? To remove racial discrimination in employment To enable Indian District Magistrates and session Judges to try Europeans To save Indians from racial humiliation To change the method of recruitment in Indian Civil service 11 / 150 To change the method of recruitment in Indian Civil service Lord Morely Lord Elgin Lord Hamilton Lord Cross 12 / 150 Who was the Viceroy of India when the Rowlatt Act was passed? Lord Irwin Lord Reading Lord Chelmsford Lord Wavell 13 / 150 Arrange the following socio-religious reformers in the chronological order of their birth: (i) Ramakrishna Paramahansa (ii) Swami Dayanand Saraswati (iii) Ram Mohan Roy (iv) Debendranath Tagore (v) Swami Vivekananda (vi) Keshab Chandra Sen Select the answer from the codes given below: i, iii, ii, vi, iv and v ii, iii, i, iv, vi and v iii, iv, ii, i, vi and v iv, iii, i, ii, v and vi 14 / 150 What is the historical sequence of the foundation of the following associations? (i) Arya Samaj (ii) tattvabodhini Sabha (iii) Prarthana Samaj (iv) Ramakrishna Mission (v) Deccan Education Society (vi) Indian National Social Conference Select the answer from the codes below: iii, iv, ii, i, v and vi ii, v, iv, vi, i and iii v, iv, ii, i, iii and vi ii, iii, i, v, vi, and iv 15 / 150 "Bengal Gazettee" was the first published newspaper in India. It was published in 1780 1786 1875 1787 16 / 150 Who was conferred with South Africa’s prestigious 'Nelson Mandela Lifetime Achievement Award'? Karpoori Thakur Vinod Ganatra M. S. Swaminathan Charan Singh Vinod Ganatra, an eminent children's filmmaker from India, was honoured with South Africa’s prestigious 'Nelson Mandela Lifetime Achievement Award' for his exceptional contributions to children’s cinema. He became the first Indian to receive this distinguished award at the 7th Nelson Mandela Children’s Film Festival, highlighting his illustrious career and numerous international accolades. 17 / 150 Who has been honoured with the Hindi Sahitya Bharati Award? Kabir Singh Tapan Bandopadhyay Bratya Basu Krishna Prakash Krishna Prakash, renowned for leading Mumbai Police's special counterterrorism team, Force One, has been honoured with the prestigious Hindi Sahitya Bharati Award. This award recognizes his contributions and achievements, including his leadership role in counterterrorism efforts and his initiatives to promote cultural and literary endeavours. 18 / 150 Who won the 2024 Commonwealth Short Story Prize? Avni Sharma Sanjana Thakur Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi Aishwarya Rai Sanjana Thakur, a 26-year-old writer from Mumbai, emerged as the winner of the GBP 5,000 Commonwealth Short Story Prize 2024. Her winning story, "Aishwarya Rai," creatively reimagines and reverses traditional adoption narratives, exploring themes of family and self in urban settings. The Commonwealth Short Story Prize is awarded annually for the best piece of unpublished short fiction (2,000 to 5,000 words). The prize is open to citizens of member states of the Commonwealth of Nations aged 18 and over. The Commonwealth Short Story Prize is managed by the Commonwealth Foundation, and was set up in 2012 to inspire 19 / 150 Which institution has been honored with the Nelson Mandela Award for Health Promotion for 2024? NIMHANS AIIMS Department of Mental Health Ministry of Health The National Institute of Mental Health & Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) in Bengaluru has been awarded the prestigious Nelson Mandela Award for Health Promotion for 2024 by the World Health Organization (WHO). This recognition highlights NIMHANS' exceptional dedication and contributions to promoting mental health and well-being. Established by WHO in 2019 20 / 150 Where were fossils of the new dinosaur species, Musankwa sanyatiensis, discovered? Zimbabwe South Africa Zambia Botswana Fossils of the new dinosaur species, Musankwa sanyatiensis, were discovered along the shores of Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe. This herbivorous dinosaur lived approximately 210 million years ago during the Late Triassic period and is notable as the first dinosaur named from the Mid-Zambezi Basin in over 50 years, highlighting Zimbabwe's significance in paleontological discoveries. 21 / 150 Which state's bird sanctuaries were added to the Ramsar Sites list? Uttar Pradesh Bihar Maharashtra Tamil Nadu 22 / 150 Where was the striped caecilian (Ichthyophis spp) recently recorded for the first time by a team of herpetologists? Amazon Rainforest Kaziranga National Park Serengeti National Park Great Barrier Reef Recently, a team of herpetologists discovered the presence of the striped caecilian (Ichthyophis spp) in Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve for the first time. This elongated, limbless amphibian belongs to the order Gymnophiona and is typically found in moist tropical and subtropical regions across Asia, making its sighting in Kaziranga a significant ecological discovery. 23 / 150 Where were the world's oldest inhabited termite mounds discovered? Australia Brazil South Africa India The termite mounds discovered in South Africa, dating back between 34,000 and 13,000 years, are recognized as the oldest inhabited mounds globally. These structures are crucial for their role in carbon storage through the transport of organic material deep into the soil, influencing the local carbon cycle. This discovery highlights South Africa as a significant site for understanding long-term ecological processes involving termites and their environmental 24 / 150 In which country did scientists launch the Rhisotope Project by injecting radioactive material into rhinoceros horns to curb poaching? India Brazil Australia South Africa The Rhisotope Project, launched in 2021, aims to combat rhinoceros poaching in South Africa by enhancing the detectability of rhino horns at international borders. Scientists inserted radioactive chips into the horns of rhinos, making them identifiable by radiation sensors without harming the animals or the environment. This innovative approach addresses the severe poaching crisis in South Africa, where rhino horns are illegally trafficked due to demand primarily from Asian markets for traditional medicinal purposes. 25 / 150 Which ISRO rocket launched Dhruva Space's Thybolt-1 and Thybolt-2 satellites in November 2022? GSLV Mk III PSLV C54 PSLV C58 PSLV C45 Dhruva Space's Thybolt-1 and Thybolt-2 satellites were launched by ISRO's PSLV C54 in November 2022. These satellites completed 15,000 orbits around Earth as part of their mission, marking a significant achievement for the Hyderabad-based space tech startup in satellite technology and deployment. 26 / 150 Who among the following was the Constitutional Advisor to the Constituent Assembly? Dr. B.R. Ambedkar K.M. Munshi Sir B.N. Rau T.T. Krishnamachari 27 / 150 The members of the Constituent Assembly were: Directly elected by the people. Nominated by the Governor-General. Elected by the Legislatures of various Provinces and nominated by the rulers of the princely states. Nominated by the Congress and the Muslim League. 28 / 150 Which is the competent body to prescribe conditions for acquisition of citizenship? Election Commission President Parliament Parliament and Assemblies 29 / 150 Details on how citizenship may be acquired and terminated are enumerated in: Part II of the Constitution the Citizenship Act, 1955 Schedule I of the Constitution various enactments by Parliament 30 / 150 Which of the following were added to the Directive Principles by amendments to the Constitution? I. To protect and improve the environment and safeguard wild life. II. Right of workers to participate in management of industries. III. Right to work IV. To protect and maintain places of historic interest. I and III II and IV I, III and IV I and II 31 / 150 Which of the following is not a Directive Principle of the State Policy? To raise the level of nutrition To develop the scientific temper To promote economic interests of weaker sections To separate the Judiciary from the Executive 32 / 150 Which of the following is/are resultant of a proclamation of National Emergency because of war? I. The Union Government can give directions to the States about how the executive power of the State is to be exercised. II. The Fundamental Rights stand automatically suspended. III. The State Legislature is suspended. IV. Parliament can make laws with respect to any subject in the State List. I, II and IV I, III and IV I only I and IV 33 / 150 The Fundamental Duties: I. were introduced by the 44th Amendment. II. are incorporated in Part Ill-A. III. are not justiciable. I and II I and III II and III III only 34 / 150 Respect for the National Flag and National Anthem is: Fundamental Right of every citizen Fundamental Duty of every citizen Directive Principle of State policy ordinary duty of every citizen 35 / 150 Which of the following were union territories before becoming states? A. Himachal Pardesh B. Manipur C. Sikkim D. Tripura A, B and D A and B B and C A and C. 36 / 150 Which one of the following diseases may be caused by the deficiency of vitamin C ? Rickets Rabies Hepatitis Scurvy 37 / 150 Where is the Rare Earths Plant of the Department of Atomic Energy (India) located? Jaduguda Alwaye Talcher Hyderabad 38 / 150 On the subject of Income Tax: The Union Government has more powers than State Governments The State Governments have more powers than the Union Government. Both Union and State Governments have equal powers but Union shall prevail in case of conflict. Only the Union Government has power. 39 / 150 Which country did India discuss revitalizing "Energy Sector Cooperation" with? Libya Iran Iraq Kuwait India held discussions with Libya to revitalize "Energy Sector Cooperation." During the meeting between Pankaj Jain, Secretary of India's Ministry of Petroleum, and Mohamed Khalil Issa, Deputy Minister for Political Affairs of Libya, in New Delhi, the focus was on enhancing bilateral energy cooperation. This included increasing crude oil trade and resuming exploration and production projects in Libya, involving Indian public sector entities like Indian Oil, ONGC, and Oil India. 40 / 150 In which Indian state did the Indian Air Force (IAF) conduct Bambi Bucket operations to combat forest fires? Maharashtra Himachal Pradesh Uttarakhand Assam Despite the Uttarakhand government’s submission to the Supreme Court that the emergency situation regarding forest fires is now over, the State Forest Department reported 40 fresh cases of fire on May 8, 2024. This contradictory situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced in controlling the raging wildfires in the region. The Indian Air Force (IAF) provided relief by undertaking Bambi Bucket operations in Uttarakhand's Pauri Garhwal sector using its Mi17 V5 helicopters. 41 / 150 Which tribe, living in the border areas between Andhra Pradesh (AP) and Chhattisgarh, possesses voter cards of both states for reference and proof of nativity? Muria Tribe Gond Tribe Koya Tribe Salwa Judum Tribe The Muria Tribe, living in the border areas between Andhra Pradesh (AP) and Chhattisgarh, holds voter cards from both states for reference and proof of nativity. They are an indigenous Adivasi community known for their settlements within 'India’s Red Corridor' and their progressive perspectives on various aspects of life. 42 / 150 What is the date observed as World Chagas Disease Day in 2024? April 14 May 15 April 13 July 7 World Chagas Disease Day is observed on April 14th each year to raise awareness about this neglected tropical disease and promote early detection and comprehensive care initiatives. 43 / 150 Consider the following statements 1. Ozone is mostly found in the stratosphere 2. Ozone layer lies 25 to 30 km above the surface of the Earth 3. Ozone absorbs ultraviolet radiation from the Sun. 4. Ozone layer has no significance for life on the Earth Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 1 and 3 1, 2 and 3 3 and 4 44 / 150 Atmospheric layer which reflects radio waves is called Exosphere Ionosphere Stratosphere Troposphere 45 / 150 Which one of the following statements about the atmosphere is correct? The atmosphere has definite upper limits but gradually thins until it becomes imperceptible. The atmosphere has no definite upper limits but gradually thins until it becomes imperceptible. The atmosphere has definite upper limits but gradually thickens until it becomes imperceptible. The atmosphere has no definite upper limits but gradually thickens until it becomes imperceptible. 46 / 150 Which of the following statements characterize the anticyclones? 1. Anticyclones are low pressure systems. 2. They are characterized by divergent wind circulation. 3. They are indicative of dry weather conditions. Select the correct Answer using the code given below? 2 and 3 only 1 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 1 only 47 / 150 The Equatorial region has no other season except summer. What could be the reason ? 1. The length of day and night is more or less equal over the year 2. The Earth’s rotational velocity is maximum at the Equator 3. The coriolis force is zero at the Equator Select the correct Answer using the code given below : 1 only 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 48 / 150 Sierra Navada Mountains are situated in Alaska California Texas Manitoba 49 / 150 The second highest peak of the world located in Himalayas is Nandadevi Dhoulagiri Karnet K2 50 / 150 The colour of Yellow Sea is the result of industrial pollution peculiar types of phytoplankton growing there. Silt brought by Hwang-HE river. high sulphur content in the bottom rocks. 51 / 150 Which one of the following combinations of events represents the correct sequence during reproduction in flowering plants ? Ovule fruit; egg embryo; zygote seed; ovary egg Embryo egg ; ovary fruit ; ovule zygote ; zygote seed Ovary fruit ; zygote egg; embryo ovule ; seed fruit Egg zygote; zygote embryo; ovule seed; ovary fruit 52 / 150 In angiosperms, pollen grain germinates to produce two male gametes. Which one of the following functions is carried out by these gametes Both the gametes fuse with a single egg cell Both the gametes fuse with two different egg cells One gamete fuses with the egg cell and the other one eventually degenerate One gamete fuses with the egg cell and the other one fuses with a diploid secondary nucleus 53 / 150 The two important features of sexual reproduction in higher organisms that create genetic diversity in offspring are Mitosis and fertilization Meiosis and fertilization Mitosis and binary fission Meiosis and conjugation 54 / 150 When yeast cells are O2 starved, fermentation serves as the source of energy . This results in the production of : . ATP + CO2 + Ethanol ATP + O2 + Pyruvate ATP + CO2 + Lactic acid ATP + O2 + Acetaldehyde 55 / 150 One advantage of sexual reproduction over asexual reproduction is that it helps species to survive over long evolutionary time. This is because sexual reproduction produces: . more offspring in each reproductive cycle robust and healthy offspring genetically similar offspring more variation in offspring 56 / 150 After fertilization the fruit and the seed are produced by ovule and ovary, respectively ovary and ovule, respectively ovary, no ovule required ovule, no ovary required 57 / 150 Which one of the following statements about animal cells and plant cells is correct ? Animal cells have only cell membrane not cell wall, whereas plant cells have only cell wall not cell membrane Animal cells have only cell membrane not cell wall, but plant cells have both. Both animal and plant cells have cell membrane and cell wall. Only some cells of animals have cell wall and all plant cells have cell membrane. 58 / 150 Which one of the following plants has unisexual flowers ? . Papaya Hibiscus Mustard Sunflower 59 / 150 Which one of the following is not a pigment ? . Zinc oxide Chalk White lead Silica 60 / 150 Which one of the following statements about ‘ vacuoles’ is not correct ? In plants, there is a large central vacuole that may occupy 90 % of total cell volume. In plant cells, vacuoles provide turgidity and rigidity. In Amoeba, vacuoles have role in nutrition. Vacuoles are absent in animal cells 61 / 150 Which one of the following statements is true is true for sound waves propagating in air ? Sound is an electromagnetic wave and transverse in nature Sound is a mechanical wave and longitudinal in nature Sound is a mechanical wave and transverse in nature Sound is an electromagnetic wave and longitudinal in nature 62 / 150 Ramesh cannot see distinctly objects kept beyond 2 m . This defect can be corrected by using a lens of power + 0.5 D – 0.5 D + 0.2 D – 0. 2 D 63 / 150 . Sita 1.5 m high, stands before a plane mirror fixed on a wall to view her full image. What should be the minimum height of the plane mirror so that Sita can view her image fully ? 0.50 m 0.35 m 0.75 m 0.25 m 64 / 150 The streaming of light beams coming from the Sun through trees is said to have suggested that light travels in straight line. The particles on the path of light beams are visible to us because dust particles in the air reflect light into our eyes dust particles in the air scatter light into our eyes dust particles in the air refract light into our eyes dust particles in the air polarize light into our eyes 65 / 150 . One block of 2- 0kg mass is placed on top of another block of 3-0 kg mass . The coefficient of static friction between the two blocks is 0-2. The bottom block is pulled with a horizontal force F such that both the blocks move together without slipping. Taking acceleration due to gravity as 10m/s2, the maximum value of the frictional force is : . 50 N 30 N 4 N 10 N 66 / 150 A positive charge is moving towards south in a space where magnetic field is pointing in the north direction. The moving charge will experience : . a deflecting force towards north directions a deflecting force towards east direction a deflecting force towards west direction no deflecting force 67 / 150 Two forces of 5.0 N each are acting on a point mass. If the angle between the forces is 60° , then the net force acting on the point mass has magnitude close to : . 8.6 N 4.3 N 5.0 N 6.7 N 68 / 150 Of the following properties of a wave, the one that is independent of the other is its amplitude velocity wavelength frequency 69 / 150 Production of beats is a result of the phenomenon of resonance interference reflection superposition 70 / 150 Sound of frequency below 20 Hz are called sounds audio infrasonics ultrasonics supersonics 71 / 150 The velocity of sound is.... the density of the medium. directly proportional to inversely proportional to directly proportional to the square root of inversely proportional to the square root of 72 / 150 If a pendulum clock be taken from the earth to a revolving artificial satellite, it will run slow run fast give the same time stop altogether 73 / 150 Which of the following waves are diffracted by an obstacle of size 1 cm? light waves sound waves ultrasonic waves X-rays 74 / 150 A veena player compares with a tuning fork the fundamental frequency generated by one of the strings of the veena and hears 4 beats per sec. He then tightens the string a bit and hears only 3 beats per second. Then the string has a higher frequency than the tuning fork and must be tightened more the string has a lower frequency than the tuning fork and must be tight- ened more to make the frequencies equal the string has a lower frequency and its tension has to be relaxed to make the frequencies equal the string has a higher frequency than the fork and has to be loosened for equality with fork 75 / 150 A block of wood is floating in a lake. The apparent weight of the floating block is zero equal to its true weight more than its true weight less than its true weight 76 / 150 A heavenly body that emits radio signals at regular intervals of time is called a quasar white dwarf red giant pulsar 77 / 150 A molecule is a class of organic compounds the smallest unit of a substance that retains the properties of the substance the spectrum of a substance a small mass 78 / 150 A shooting star is a small star moving away from the earth at a very high speed a fast moving satellite that shines by sunlight a heavenly object that shines because it is heated by the friction of the earth's atmosphere as it falls at a great speed a star of an extremely high density 79 / 150 A supersonic plane flies at the speed less than the speed of the sound of sound greater than the speed of the sound of light 80 / 150 A temperature of 70°C is equal to 70 K 243 K 170 K 343 K 81 / 150 A thermostat is a device for switching off an electrical appliance measuring temperature regulating temperature producing heat 82 / 150 A unit for expressing astronomical distances is astronomical unit kilometre nautical mile light year 83 / 150 An energy source will supply a constant current into the load if its internal resistance is zero non-zero but less than the resistance of the load equal very large as compared to the load resistance (to the resistance of the load 84 / 150 As the train starts moving, a man sitting inside leans backwards because of inertia of rest inertia of motion moment of inertia conservation of mass 85 / 150 Atmospheric pressure is measured by using an instrument called a/an manometer hydrometer altimeter 86 / 150 Kerosene and petrol mixture can be best separated by Kerosene and petrol mixture can be best separated by Separating funnel Fractional distillation Compressing and cooling 87 / 150 Which one of the following metals can be extracted using carbon as reducing agent Zinc Silver Gold Aluminum 88 / 150 Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists : List I (Process) List II (Separation method) A. Separation of acetone and water from their mixture 1. Chromatography B. Separation of water and kerosene oil from their mixture 2. Centrifugation C. Separation of Cream From milk 3. Distillation D. Separation of pigments from plant extract 4. Separating Funnel 3 2 4 1 4 2 1 3 3 4 2 1 4 1 2 3 89 / 150 A liquid is heated up to a certain temperature. Which one of the following situation would correspond to the boiling of the liquid ? When atmospheres equal to the vapour pressure When atmospheric less than vapour pressure When atmospheric pressure becomes higher than the vapour pressure ) When vapour pressure becomes equal to the air pressure 90 / 150 one of the following metals does not react with cold water to liberate hydrogen gas ? Potassium Iron Calcium Sodium 91 / 150 Buckminster fullerene, which looks like a football, is an allotropic form of Phosphorus Sulfur Carbon Tin 92 / 150 Airbags work on the principle of a chemical reaction triggered by the impact producing a gaseous product that causes a sudden volume change. Which one among the following chemical conversions is responsible for this ? . Sodium azide into nitrogen gas Solid carbon dioxide into gaseous carbon dioxide Carbon dioxide into carbon monoxideSudden conversion of gaseous carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide Sudden conversion of gaseous carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide 93 / 150 For manufacturing of glass, which among the following is used as a source of silica ? . Fine clay soil Wood powder Coconut shell Sand 94 / 150 Which among the following statements is not correct with respect to allotropes of Carbon ? . Graphite is a good conductor of electricity Diamond is the hardest substance known Fullerene is one of the allotropes of carbon Next to diamond, graphite is the second hardest known substance 95 / 150 Aspirin is methyl salicylate ethyl salicylate acetyl salicylic acid benzoic acid 96 / 150 Which compound of mercury is used as an antiseptic? mercuric oxide cinnabar mercuric chloride mercuric sulphide 97 / 150 Oils and fats are glyceryl esters of higher fatty acids acetyl esters of higher fatty acids ethyl esters of fatty acids methyl esters of fatty acids 98 / 150 Insulin is an enzyme a vitamin a protein a synthetic drug 99 / 150 The enzyme that splits polysaccharides in the mouth is zymase invertase sucrose amylase 100 / 150 Silk is a carbohydrate fat hydrocarbon protein 101 / 150 Enzymes belong to the category of proteins lipids carboydrates steroids 102 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer The first law of thermodynamics states that whereas energy can be ______________ from one form into another, it cannot be created or destroyed reduced induced performed transformed 103 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer Endangered species have a fifty per cent or greater probability of ___________________ within five years or two generations whichever is longer distinction extinction complication completion 104 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer The British who ruled India for 200 years were here to _______________________ India’s natural resources spoil implore exploit drill 105 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer Adolescence is the _______________________ wherein a child enters adulthood threshold position condition period 106 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer India has been able to successfully _______________ its population through family planning programmes sterilize stabilize stratify establish 107 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer A trip to the hills was refreshing. conniving wearying revivifying rejuvenating 108 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer The experience of Covid Pandemic was excruciating for much of the population gnawing grueling harrowing mild 109 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer His ostentatious behavior surprised everyone. tawdry modest gaudy apparent 110 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer To neglect a warning is to invite danger disregard ignore regard overlook 111 / 150 . Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Many metals are malleable in nature and property hard strong tender weak 112 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer The river Ganges culminates in the Bay of Bengal concludes flows originates merges 113 / 150 . Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer He was known for his sagacity prudence wisdom ignorance sapience 114 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer They are making plans for the abatement of the nuisance within a specified time. subsidence ebbing accumulation mitigation 115 / 150 Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer He had the audacity to blame him. boldness vigour temerity politeness 116 / 150 . Select the option that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response in your Answer Amid commotion the leader and his supporters remained passive. . quietude uproar tempest stir 117 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS The guidance from the mentors and teachers facilitated the smooth conduct of elections to the Student’s council No error 118 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORSc After reading foreword of the book on environmental issues in India I decided to meet its author No error 119 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS Many people came from faraway places to prayed at the temple on the auspicious day No error 120 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS . The process of removing wool from the body of an animal is called sharing No error 121 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS Ten thousand dollars is the prize money being offered by the game show hosts No error 122 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS . Bread, butter and jam common breakfast items that are consumed by many households No error 123 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS In 1989, the government did an about –face and Iran restored it’s family planning program No error 124 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS . I will watch film if I finish the work in time No error 125 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS She wouldn’t have has an incident if she had driven carefully No error 126 / 150 SPOTTING ERRORS She didn’t She didn’t about her plans No error 127 / 150 PASSAGE People by and large are concerned with and pursue self – interest. They are unlikely to be motivated to use renewable in a prudent and sustainable fashion. They are unlikely to be motivated under the following conditions : if their resource catchments are vast, so that degradation of any particular portion affects them very little ; or if they have open before them possibilities of substitution as any one resource element is depleted; or if their control over the resource base is tenuous, so that others may, at any time, deplete a resource they value, even if they use it in a restrained fashion. Indeed, exhaustive use is highly likely when any one of these three conditions obtains .It is only when people perceive their resource catchments as limited, possibilities of substitution of exhausted resource elements as not readily feasible, and their own control over the resource base as secure, will they be motivated to use the resources in a prudent fashion. People, rooted in a locality, and retaining control over their resource base are most likely to fulfil all three prerequisites for sustainable resource use; and therefore to behave in ways conducive the conservation of biodiversity within their localities. The self – interest of people affects the use of renewable resources positively erratically affirmatively indifferently 128 / 150 PASSAGE People by and large are concerned with and pursue self – interest. They are unlikely to be motivated to use renewable in a prudent and sustainable fashion. They are unlikely to be motivated under the following conditions : if their resource catchments are vast, so that degradation of any particular portion affects them very little ; or if they have open before them possibilities of substitution as any one resource element is depleted; or if their control over the resource base is tenuous, so that others may, at any time, deplete a resource they value, even if they use it in a restrained fashion. Indeed, exhaustive use is highly likely when any one of these three conditions obtains .It is only when people perceive their resource catchments as limited, possibilities of substitution of exhausted resource elements as not readily feasible, and their own control over the resource base as secure, will they be motivated to use the resources in a prudent fashion. People, rooted in a locality, and retaining control over their resource base are most likely to fulfil all three prerequisites for sustainable resource use; and therefore to behave in ways conducive the conservation of biodiversity within their localities. When do people use resources exhaustively ? When the substitution of resource is felicitated by NGOs When the resource is about to expand When the resources use has little impact When they desire desperately for sustainable development 129 / 150 PASSAGE People by and large are concerned with and pursue self – interest. They are unlikely to be motivated to use renewable in a prudent and sustainable fashion. They are unlikely to be motivated under the following conditions : if their resource catchments are vast, so that degradation of any particular portion affects them very little ; or if they have open before them possibilities of substitution as any one resource element is depleted; or if their control over the resource base is tenuous, so that others may, at any time, deplete a resource they value, even if they use it in a restrained fashion. Indeed, exhaustive use is highly likely when any one of these three conditions obtains .It is only when people perceive their resource catchments as limited, possibilities of substitution of exhausted resource elements as not readily feasible, and their own control over the resource base as secure, will they be motivated to use the resources in a prudent fashion. People, rooted in a locality, and retaining control over their resource base are most likely to fulfil all three prerequisites for sustainable resource use; and therefore to behave in ways conducive the conservation of biodiversity within their localities. Why, according to the writer can’t people be motivated to use a resource prudently They feel that others may overuse the resource It is possible to substitute the resource Abundance of the resource availability Select the correct answer using the code given below : 1 only 2 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 130 / 150 Comprehension :- Studies serve for delight, for ornament , and for ability. Their chief use for delight, is in privateness and retiring; for ability, is in the judgment, and disposition of business. For expert men can execute, and perhaps judge of particulars, one by one; but he general counsels, and the plots and marshalling of affairs, come best from those that are learned . To spend too much time in studies is sloth; to use them too much for ornament, is affectation; to make judgment wholly by their rules, is the humor of a scholar. They perfect nature, and are perfected by experience ; for natural abilities are like natural plants; they need pruning by study and studies themselves do give forth directions too much at large, except they be bounded in by experience. Crafty men condemn studies, simple men admire them, and wise men use them, for they teach not their own use; but that is a wisdom them , and above them, won by observation . Read not to contradict and confute; nor to believe and take for granted; nor to find talk and discourse; bu to weigh and consider. According to the author, one should read to . only argue only believe evaluate and understand preach and believe 131 / 150 Comprehension :- Studies serve for delight, for ornament , and for ability. Their chief use for delight, is in privateness and retiring; for ability, is in the judgment, and disposition of business. For expert men can execute, and perhaps judge of particulars, one by one; but he general counsels, and the plots and marshalling of affairs, come best from those that are learned . To spend too much time in studies is sloth; to use them too much for ornament, is affectation; to make judgment wholly by their rules, is the humor of a scholar. They perfect nature, and are perfected by experience ; for natural abilities are like natural plants; they need pruning by study and studies themselves do give forth directions too much at large, except they be bounded in by experience. Crafty men condemn studies, simple men admire them, and wise men use them, for they teach not their own use; but that is a wisdom them , and above them, won by observation . Read not to contradict and confute; nor to believe and take for granted; nor to find talk and discourse; bu to weigh and consider. Which kind of human beings denounce studies ? Innocent Cunning Stupid Wise 132 / 150 Comprehension :- Studies serve for delight, for ornament , and for ability. Their chief use for delight, is in privateness and retiring; for ability, is in the judgment, and disposition of business. For expert men can execute, and perhaps judge of particulars, one by one; but he general counsels, and the plots and marshalling of affairs, come best from those that are learned . To spend too much time in studies is sloth; to use them too much for ornament, is affectation; to make judgment wholly by their rules, is the humor of a scholar. They perfect nature, and are perfected by experience ; for natural abilities are like natural plants; they need pruning by study and studies themselves do give forth directions too much at large, except they be bounded in by experience. Crafty men condemn studies, simple men admire them, and wise men use them, for they teach not their own use; but that is a wisdom them , and above them, won by observation . Read not to contradict and confute; nor to believe and take for granted; nor to find talk and discourse; bu to weigh and consider. According to the author how can the studies be perfected ? By reflection By application By conversation By experience 133 / 150 Comprehension: - Studies serve for delight, for ornament , and for ability. Their chief use for delight, is in privateness and retiring; for ability, is in the judgment, and disposition of business. For expert men can execute, and perhaps judge of particulars, one by one; but he general counsels, and the plots and marshalling of affairs, come best from those that are learned . To spend too much time in studies is sloth; to use them too much for ornament, is affectation; to make judgment wholly by their rules, is the humor of a scholar. They perfect nature, and are perfected by experience ; for natural abilities are like natural plants; they need pruning by study and studies themselves do give forth directions too much at large, except they be bounded in by experience. Crafty men condemn studies, simple men admire them, and wise men use them, for they teach not their own use; but that is a wisdom them , and above them, won by observation . Read not to contradict and confute; nor to believe and take for granted; nor to find talk and discourse; bu to weigh and consider. Why does the author not recommend too much of studies ? Because it reflects idleness Because it requires too much money Because it is dangerous for the health of the mind Because it makes men crafty 134 / 150 Comprehension : Studies serve for delight, for ornament , and for ability. Their chief use for delight, is in privateness and retiring; for ability, is in the judgment, and disposition of business. For expert men can execute, and perhaps judge of particulars, one by one; but he general counsels, and the plots and marshalling of affairs, come best from those that are learned . To spend too much time in studies is sloth; to use them too much for ornament, is affectation; to make judgment wholly by their rules, is the humor of a scholar. They perfect nature, and are perfected by experience ; for natural abilities are like natural plants; they need pruning by study and studies themselves do give forth directions too much at large, except they be bounded in by experience. Crafty men condemn studies, simple men admire them, and wise men use them, for they teach not their own use; but that is a wisdom them , and above them, won by observation . Read not to contradict and confute; nor to believe and take for granted; nor to find talk and discourse; bu to weigh and consider. Question According to the author why should one study ? To gather information about the world To creative way For pleasure enhanced capability and holistic growth To become only worldly wise 135 / 150 Comprehension I do not wish to suggest that beacause we were one nation we had no differences, but it is submitted that our leading men travelled throughout India either on foot or in bullockcarts. They learned one another’s languages and there was no aloofness amongst them. What do you think could have been the intention of those farseeing ancestors of ours who established Setubandha ( rameshwar) in the South, Jagannath in the East and Hardwar in North as places of pilgrimage. You will admit they were no fools. They knew that worship of God could have been performed just as well at home . Thet taught us that those whose hearts were aglow with righteousness had the ganges in their on homes. But they saw that India was one undivided land so made by nature. They, therfore, argued that it must be one nation . Arguing , they established holy places in various parts of India, and fired the people with an idea of nationality in a manner unknown in other parts of the world . And we Indians are one as know to english man are .Only you and I and others who considers ourselves civilized and superior person imagine that we are many nation. It was after the advent of railways that we began to believe in distinctions , and you are at liberty now to say that it is through the railways that we are beginning to abolish those distinction. An opiun eater may argue the advantage of opium eating from the fact that he begin to understand the evil of the opium habit after having eaten it. I would ask you to considered well what I had said on the railways. The paragraph is written in a dialogic style prescriptive style descriptive style analytical style 136 / 150 Comprehension : I do not wish to suggest that beacause we were one nation we had no differences, but it is submitted that our leading men travelled throughout India either on foot or in bullockcarts. They learned one another’s languages and there was no aloofness amongst them. What do you think could have been the intention of those farseeing ancestors of ours who established Setubandha ( rameshwar) in the South, Jagannath in the East and Hardwar in North as places of pilgrimage. You will admit they were no fools. They knew that worship of God could have been performed just as well at home . Thet taught us that those whose hearts were aglow with righteousness had the ganges in their on homes. But they saw that India was one undivided land so made by nature. They, therfore, argued that it must be one nation . Arguing , they established holy places in various parts of India, and fired the people with an idea of nationality in a manner unknown in other parts of the world . And we Indians are one as know to english man are .Only you and I and others who considers ourselves civilized and superior person imagine that we are many nation. It was after the advent of railways that we began to believe in distinctions , and you are at liberty now to say that it is through the railways that we are beginning to abolish those distinction. An opiun eater may argue the advantage of opium eating from the fact that he begin to understand the evil of the opium habit after having eaten it. I would ask you to considered well what I had said on the railways. What does the autor mean when he says that “ whose hearts were aglow with righteousness had the Ganges in their own houses “? one need not visit the Ganges to take holy bath the Ganges has been polluted, so one should bath at home one should take a holy dip in the Ganges to purify one’s heart the purity of heart is superior to observance of any ritiual 137 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer The ______________ of the advancement made in agricultural productivity in India has been remarkable extent context distance syntax 138 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer It is a really tough course, I am just worried that I won’t be able to go the ________________.- way distance far route 139 / 150 . Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer Given the scale of the challenges that ________________ us today, our company propose more viable plans for sustainability supports conflict confronts convince 140 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer As the Southwest monsoon ______________ through most of July, flash floods caused by the waters of the Narmada hit Jabalpur town. lashed flourished occupied dried 141 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer . I wish I ______ her before we met. know have known knew known 142 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer My son is very _______; he trusts everyone fallible gullible sensible credible 143 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer Mahatma Gandhi was a lover of humanity and a ____________believer in the goodness of human nature. staunch powerful cheerful hopeful 144 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer My brother is ________ punctual, but he is late today. normatively primarily normally basically 145 / 150 . Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer The United Nations had ______________ 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health ruled ordered foretold declared 146 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer The first film on Tagore was such a success that now they are going to make a _______________. serial sequence sequel sequential 147 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer The lecture was not very interesting. In fact I _____________ in the middle of it showed off put off dozed off plugged off 148 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer A woman got into the car and ___________________. drove off broke down rode in drove in 149 / 150 Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer Three people were arrested and an illegal arms unit was ______________ by the police in a raid. revealed searched discovered busted 150 / 150 . Select the word you consider most appropriate to fill in the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer _______________ forests prevent crosion Lean Dense Sparse Tidy Your score is 0% Send feedback 123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354555657585960616263646566676869707172737475767778798081828384858687888990919293949596979899100 CDS Weekly / ( Mock Test 3) August 18 S No Topics Questions 1 Ancient lHistory 5 2 Medieval lHistory 5 3 Modern lHistory 5 4 Current Affairs 15 5 Emergency/ Parliament 15 6 Geography Basics 15 7 Economy 10 8 Chemistry 10 9 Physics 10 10 Biology 10 Total 100 1 / 100 Which one of the following terms cannot represent electrical power in a circuit ? . I2/R V2 /R I2 R VI 2 / 100 Among the socio-economic factors responsible for the high birth rate in India we may include A. large-scale poverty B. high mortality rate of children of poor parents C. prevalence of dowry system D. adverse sex ratio Choose your answer from the following codes. B, C, and D A, B, and C A, B, and D A and B 3 / 100 Jyoti Ratre, who became the oldest Indian woman to conquer Mount Everest, hails from which state? Maharashtra Andhra Pradesh Karnataka Madhya Pradesh Jyoti Ratre, the entrepreneur and fitness enthusiast who became the oldest Indian woman to conquer Mount Everest, is from Madhya Pradesh. Her remarkable achievement highlights the spirit of determination and resilience, inspiring others to pursue their dreams relentlessly. 4 / 100 Which country recently announced the Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES) for Indian Nationals? Australia Canada United Kingdom United States Australia recently announced the start date for the Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES) for Indian Nationals as part of the Migration and Mobility Partnership Arrangement (MMPA) established between Australia and India. This scheme aims to facilitate temporary mobility for Indian university graduates and early career professionals, fostering skills and knowledge transfer between the two countries. 5 / 100 Which of the following is most important for the growth of children up to the age of 14? protein fat vitamin 6 / 100 Ms. Rani decides to convert her AC generator into a DC generator. Which one of the following she would need to use ? Slip rings and brushes A stronger magnetic field A split – ring type commutator A rectangular wire loop 7 / 100 On which of the following grounds, the second proclamation of national emergency was made in 1971? Internal disturbance War Armed rebellion External aggression 8 / 100 What is tissue culture? preparation of fragments of cell of an organism for biochemical examination none of the above storage of human tissue for trans- plantation a special type of skin grafting to treat burn cases 9 / 100 Who became the first Indian space tourist aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard spacecraft? Gopi Thotakura Mason Angel Raja Char Ed Dwight Gopi Thotakura, an Indian entrepreneur and pilot, made history as the first Indian space tourist by joining the NS-25 mission aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard spacecraft. Thotakura's participation in the mission reflects the increasing diversity and global engagement in space exploration endeavours. 10 / 100 A liquid is heated up to a certain temperature. Which one of the following situation would correspond to the boiling of the liquid ? When atmospheric less than vapour pressure ) When vapour pressure becomes equal to the air pressure When atmospheres equal to the vapour pressure When atmospheric pressure becomes higher than the vapour pressure 11 / 100 Arrange the following events in The correct chronological sequence A. August Offer B. Poona Pact C. Third Round Table Conference D. Communal Award C, B, A, D D, C, B, A A, B, C, D D, B, C, A 12 / 100 Consider the following Viceroys of India during the British rule: 1. Lord Curzon 2. Lord Chelmsford 3. Lord Hardinge 4. Lord Irwin Which one of the following is the correct chronological order of their tenure? 2 – 3 – 1 – 4 1 – 4 – 2 – 3 2 – 4 – 1 – 3 1 – 3 – 2 – 4 13 / 100 National emergency can be declared by the President only I. on grounds of war II. on grounds of external aggression III. on grounds of internal disturbance IV. on the written recommendation of the Union Cabinet I, II and III I, II, III and IV I, II and IV I and II 14 / 100 Relationship between a flower and honey –bee will help the flower for/ in Faster development Increase in size Quick germination of pollen Pollination 15 / 100 A mass is attached to a spring that hangs vertically . The extension produced in the spring is 6 cm on Earth. The acceleration due to gravity on the surface of the Moon is one-sixth of its value on the surface of the Earth. The extension of the spring on the Moon would be : . 6 cm 36 cm 1 cm 0 cm 16 / 100 In flowering plants, DNA content of the parent plant gets halved Pollen formation Flower bud formation Fruit formation Seed germination 17 / 100 Who said:’ This orderly disciplined anarchy should go, and if as a result there is complete lawlessness I would risk it’? Gandhi Vallabhbhai Patel Rajagopalachari Jawaharlal Nehru 18 / 100 The estimates of expenditure from the Consolidated Fund of India included in the budget and required to be voted by the Lok Sabha are submitted in the form of which of the following? Revenue Budget Charged Expenditure Demands for Grants Capital Budget 19 / 100 Kerosene and petrol mixture can be best separated by Kerosene and petrol mixture can be best separated by Fractional distillation Separating funnel Compressing and cooling 20 / 100 How was Surjit Patar primarily known in the literary world? Poet and writer Journalist and editor Novelist and playwright Critic and translator Surjit Patar, who recently passed away, was primarily known as a poet and writer in the literary world. His contributions to Punjabi literature, recognized with accolades like the Padma Shri and Sahitya Akademi Award, highlight his significant impact on promoting and preserving the Punjabi language and culture. 21 / 100 Which one of the following metals can be extracted using carbon as reducing agent Gold Aluminum Zinc Silver 22 / 100 On which date is World Hunger Day celebrated? May 15 May 5 May 1 May 28 World Hunger Day is observed annually on May 28th. The theme for World Hunger Day is "Thriving Mothers." It aims to raise awareness about the challenges millions of people face due to lack of access to adequate nutrition. The day also highlights the research by economist Amartya Sen, who demonstrated that hunger in the modern world is primarily due to distribution issues and government policies. 23 / 100 The battle of Koppan was fought between the Pandyas and the rulers of Ceylon the Western Chalukyas and the Pallavas the Western Chalukyas and the Cholas the Cholas and the Hoysalas 24 / 100 How many hours of daylight does the equator experience on September equinox? 9 hours 10 hours 12 hours 8 hours 25 / 100 The sex of a child is determined at the time of the sperm's entry 6-7 weeks after conception at the time of fertilization of the ovum in the third month of pregnancy 26 / 100 The world's largest flower (approximately 1 m in diameter) belong to genus rafflesia anacardium mango nelumbo 27 / 100 In which Indian state did the Indian Army and Indian Air Force conduct a joint exercise titled "Gagan Strike-II"? Uttarakhand Rajasthan Punjab Haryana The joint exercise "Gagan Strike-II" conducted by the Indian Army's Kharga Corps and the Indian Air Force (IAF) took place in Punjab. This exercise aimed to refine processes and validate the use of attack helicopters in mechanized operations, showcasing synergy and jointmanship between the two branches of the Indian armed forces. 28 / 100 Which of the following will be the consequences of the Proclamation of Financial Emergency by the President? 1. The Centre can give directions to the States to observe the principles of financial propriety. 2. The President can reduce the salaries and allowances of government employees excluding the judges of Supreme Court and High Courts. 3. All money bills and other financial bills passed by a State Legislature can be reserved for the consideration of the President. 4. The Parliament can authorise the President to sanction expenditure from the Consolidated Fund of the State. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 1, 3 and 4 1, 2 and 3 1, 2, 3 and 4 1 and 3 only 29 / 100 Where did the Bonn Climate Conference 2024 take place? Germany Switzerland France Netherlands The Bonn Climate Conference 2024 concluded in Bonn, Germany, focusing on critical climate action issues ahead of the COP29 summit in Baku, Azerbaijan. Discussions primarily addressed unresolved matters like carbon market guidelines and climate finance goals under the Paris Agreement. The conference highlighted ongoing challenges and the need for international cooperation to address climate change effectively. 30 / 100 When is the International Day for Biological Diversity celebrated? May 20 May 22 May 29 May 25 The International Day for Biological Diversity is annually observed on May 22. This day highlights the importance of biodiversity and encourages global action to protect and preserve it. It serves as a reminder of the crucial role biodiversity plays in sustaining life on Earth and aligns with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. 31 / 100 What type of animal is the newly discovered Buronius manfredschmidi? Lizard Elephant Bird Ape Scientists recently identified a new species of great ape, Buronius manfredschmidi, from fossil remains in Bavaria. This species, dating back 11 million years, is notably smaller than other known great apes, similar in size to a human toddler, and represents a significant discovery in understanding the evolution of great apes in Europe during the Miocene era. 32 / 100 Which country has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2027 Women's World Cup football? Netherlands Germany Belgium Brazil Brazil has been awarded the hosting rights for the 2027 Women's World Cup, marking a historic moment for South American football. This decision came after the Brazilian bid triumphed over the joint bid from Belgium, Netherlands, and Germany, making Brazil the first South American country to host the prestigious tournament. 33 / 100 The Theory of Survival of the Fittest was given by Darwin Herbert Spencer Weismann Lamarck 34 / 100 Which of the following statements about the Cholas are correct? They maintained a strong navy. They built great temples. They were followers of Buddha. They had a system of local self government. 35 / 100 Who made the ‘Deepavali Declaration’ and when? Gandhi in 1930 Lord Linlithgow in 1940 Lord Irwin in 1929 Subhas Bose in 1941 36 / 100 The following question consist of two statements, one labelled as ‘Assertion (A)’ and the other as ‘Reason (R)’. You are to examine these two statements carefully and select the correct Answer s to these questions using the codes given below. Assertion (A) The equatorial regions bulge outwards by about 21 km compared to poles. Reason (R) Earth’s slow rotation reduces the effect of gravity around the equator. Codes Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A A is true, but R is false A is false, but R is true Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A 37 / 100 Which one of the following is not a feature of a developing economy? high rate of unemployment mass poverty high rate of population growth high rate of capital formation 38 / 100 Which of the following motions has come up as a new procedural device to cope with the emerging situations of fractured mandates resulting in hung Parliament? Dilatory motion No-confidence motion Censure motion Confidence motion 39 / 100 Buckminster fullerene, which looks like a football, is an allotropic form of Phosphorus Tin Carbon Sulfur 40 / 100 Where was India's first multi-purpose green hydrogen pilot project inaugurated? Karnataka Jharkhand Uttarakhand Himachal Pradesh 41 / 100 Bee sting leaves an acid which causes pain and irritation . The acid released is ethanoic acid methanoic acid citric acid Tartaric acid 42 / 100 Where was the distinct, blue-coloured ant species discovered? Arunachal Pradesh Sikkim Ladakh Assam The discovery of the blue-colored ant species, Paraparatrechina Neela, was made in the biodiverse region of Siang Valley. This valley is situated within the state of Arunachal Pradesh, known for its rich biodiversity. The metallic blue hue of the ant species distinguishes it from others in its genus, making it a significant find for researchers studying the region's insect diversity. 43 / 100 . Which is the smallest planet of solar system? Uranus Mercury Jupiter Venus 44 / 100 Monopoly of the East India company to trade with China was abolished by the Charter Act of 1853 1813 1793 1833 45 / 100 Low incomes in poor countries lead to low consumption, which then leads to poor health and low labour productivity and finally to the persistence of poverty. This is called the Underdevelopment hypothesis Recession International Demonstration Effect Vicous Circle 46 / 100 When a state fails to implement the administrative directions given by the Union under Article 256 of the Constitution of India: The Governor may dissolve the State LegislatureThe President may presume that Constitutional machinery in the State has failed Parliament may compel the state to execute the said directions The President may impose emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution The President may presume that Constitutional machinery in the State has failed 47 / 100 The judgement in the S.R. Bommai vs. Union of India case pertained broadly to which Article of the Constitution of India? (a) Article 29 Article 29 Article 356 Article 32 Article 353 48 / 100 According to the NCAER, export growth is lower and import growth is higher in 1994 to 1995 due to higher output of industries high agricultural output exchange rate variation none of the above 49 / 100 . What will happen if a collection of positive and negative charges are passed at a high speed through a magnetic field which is perpendicular to the direction of motion of the charges ? ( Assume that both kind of charges are NOT going to recombine) Positive charges and negative charges will separate out Both kind of charges will keep moving uninterrupted Positive charges will stop but negative charges will continue moving uninterrupted Both kind of charges will stop moving 50 / 100 Which of the following cannot be purified by sublimation? citric acid iodine camphor naphthalene 51 / 100 The Black Mountains are located in U.S.A. Norway Switzerland Canada 52 / 100 When the earth is at its maximum distance from the sun it is said to be in apogee aphelion perigee perihelion 53 / 100 The metal barium is used in taking X-rays of the brain none of these checking blood groups taking X-rays of the alimentary canal 54 / 100 A simple pendulum having bob of mass m and length of string l has time period of T. If the mass of the bob is doubled and the length of the sting is halved, then the time period of this pendulum will be. √2 T T 2T T/ √2 55 / 100 Net factor income from abroad added to GDP gives GNP NDP per capita income NNP 56 / 100 Where is the Malabar River Festival 2024 set to take place? Chalipuzha Kozhikode Kochi Alappuzha The Malabar River Festival 2024, featuring the International White Water Kayaking Championship, will be hosted in Kerala's Kozhikode. This event will showcase the thrilling sport of white-water kayaking across several rivers including Thusaharagiri, Chalipuzha, and Iruvazhinjipuzha, attracting participants from around the world. 57 / 100 Which country is set to impose the world's first carbon tax on livestock emissions? Sweden Denmark Norway Netherlands Denmark is pioneering a carbon tax on livestock emissions starting in 2030, targeting methane emissions from cows, sheep, and pigs. This initiative aims to achieve a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and is part of Denmark's broader strategy to combat global warming by cutting emissions by 70 per cent from 1990 levels by 2030. The tax starts at 300 kroner ($43) per ton of carbon dioxide equivalent, with substantial deductions intended to support the transition to more sustainable farming practices. 58 / 100 An object is made of two equal parts by volume; one part has density p0 and the other part has density 2p0 . What is the average density of the object ? . 1/2 p 0 3p 0 p 0 3/2 p 0 59 / 100 'Sangam literature' is Sanskrit works of Puranic nature dealing with the sanctity of the place where there is confluence of rivers in Prayaga classical Sanskrit literature patron- ized by the Guptas early Tamil literature attributed to the first three centuries of the Chris- tian era Pali literatures dealing with the his- tory of the Buddhist samghas. 60 / 100 Which organization has launched India's first "LAM Systems"? Lockheed Martin Taneja Aerospace Kadet Defence Hindustan Aeronautics Kadet Defence Systems (KDS) has collaborated with DRDO to develop India's first indigenous Loitering Aerial Munitions (LAM) system. This innovation, incorporating technologies like CALM and Combat UAVs, is a significant advancement in defence capabilities, offering enhanced operational efficacy across various terrains. The partnership highlights KDS's commitment to indigenous production with over 90% local component sourcing, marking a significant milestone in India's defence technology landscape. 61 / 100 The proclamation of emergency at the first instance can be restricted to: 3 months 6 months 15 days 60 days 62 / 100 In the Sangam age, Devavrinda, a term used to describe a group of gods com- prised which of the following gods? Balaram Krishna Murugan Indra Iva 63 / 100 Among the following which planet takes maximum time for one revolution around the sun? Earth Mars Jupiter Venus 64 / 100 A railway wagon ( open at the top ) of mass M1 is moving with speed v1 along a straight track. As a result of rain, after some time it gets partially filled with water so that the mass of the wagon becomes M2 and speed become v2. Taking the rain to be falling vertically and water stationary ¹ inside the wagon, the relation between the two speeds v1 and v2 is : . ½ v1 = v2 1/2M2 v2 <1/2 M2 v2 1 M1 v2 < 1 M2 v2 M1v1 = M2v2 M1v1 < M2v2 65 / 100 Consider the following statements: Proclamation of Emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution of India: 1. Requires written communication of the Union Cabinet to the President to that effect. 2. Can be issued for the whole of India or part thereof. 3. Lapses, if not approved by both Houses of Parliament within a month. 4. Requires a resolution, approving the proclamation passed by both Houses of Parliament only by a majority of the total membership of each House, and not less than 2/3rd members present and voting. 5. Once approved by the Parliament can last for six months. Which of the statements given above are correct? 2, 3 and 4 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 1, 4 and 5 1, 4 and 5 66 / 100 Which one of the following solutions is not capable of conducting electricity ? Copper sulphate Sodium Hydroxide Sugar Sodium chloride 67 / 100 Deficit financing leads to inflation in general, but it can be checked if all the expenditure is denoted national debt payment only government expenditure leads to increase in the aggregate supply in ratio of aggregate demand only aggregate demand is increased all of the above 68 / 100 Where have archaeologists recently uncovered significant megalithic monuments, an Iron Age megalithic site, and rock art sites? Tamil Nadu Telangana Maharashtra Karnataka Archaeologists in Telangana have made significant discoveries, including over 200 megalithic monuments in dense forests, an exceptional Iron Age megalithic site at Ooragutta, and two rock art sites at Damaratogu. These findings provide valuable insights into the ancient heritage of Telangana and highlight the need for continued exploration and preservation efforts in the region. 69 / 100 The earth is in aphelion on Dec. 22 July 4 June 21 Sept. 23 70 / 100 . What is the specific purpose of using potassium hydroxide during the saponification process ? . To obtain soaps which are hard on the skin To make the saponification very economical TO obtain natural fragrance To obtain soaps which are soft on the skin 71 / 100 Plants absorb dissolved nitrates from soil and convert them into proteins urea ammonia free nitrogen 72 / 100 A law made by the Parliament having extra-territorial operation shall: be deemed unconstitutional be deemed invalid not be deemed invalid be deemed ultra vires 73 / 100 In which state is the planned bioplastic park being developed in India? Uttar Pradesh Maharastra Kerala Gujarat The bioplastic park initiative announced by the Uttar Pradesh government is located in Lakhimpur Kheri district. This ambitious project aims to promote the production and use of biodegradable plastics, addressing environmental concerns while fostering local economic growth. The park, spread across 1,000 hectares in Kumbhi village, Gola Gokarnnath tehsil, involves a significant investment and is developed as a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model by Balrampur Sugar Mills Firm, with support from the Uttar Pradesh government 74 / 100 Which of the following statements regarding the Nathpanthi movement is/ are correct? It challenged the superiority of the Brahmanas It advocated Hindu-Muslim unity It was essentially confined to West- ern India 75 / 100 The technique of satyagraha included various methods. Which of the following was/were not included by Gandhi in those methods? (i) Fasting (ii) Hijrat or voluntary migration (iii) Scorched – earth policy (iv) Strikes and hartals (v) Underground activities Choose the answer from the codes given below only iii only v iv and v iii and v 76 / 100 Plants wilt due to excess of absorption photosynthesis transpiration none of these 77 / 100 Which of the hydrocarbons are arranged as per the increasing order of their boiling points ? . Propane, Butane, Heptane, Methane Methane, Butane, Propane, Heptane Propane, Butane, Pentane, Octane Octane, Ethane, Methane, Propane 78 / 100 which of the following are the main casues of the slow rate of growth of per capita income in india. A. high rate of capital formation B. high level of fiscal deficits population C. high rate of growth of D. high capital output ratio B and D A, B, and C A, B, C, and D C and D 79 / 100 Which is the correct chronological order of the following events? (i) Simla Conference (ii) Formation of the Azad (iii) Gandhi-Jinnah Talks (iv) ‘Naval Mutiny (v) INA Trials Choose the answer from the codes given below the lists: i, iii, ii, v and iv ii, i, iv, iii and v ii, iii, i, v and iv i, iii, ii, iv and v 80 / 100 Which of the following statements in the context of northern hemisphere is/are correct? 1. Vernal equinox occurs on March 21. 2. Summer solstice occurs on December 22. 3. Autumnal equinox occurs on September 23. 4. Winter solstice occurs on June 21. Select the correct Answer using the code given below: 2 and 4 only 1 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3only 1 only 81 / 100 For an element with atomic number 35, which one of the following will be the correct number of electrons in its valence shell based on Bohr’s model of an atom 5 1 7 3 82 / 100 Who among the following was the second Portuguese Governor in India? Alfonso de Albuquerque Vasco da Gama Francisco Xavier Francisce de Almeida 83 / 100 The amplitude of sound waves is measured in the units of. speed time pressure distance 84 / 100 Which of the following factors contribute to inflation? none of the 20 per cent increase in prices of agricultural commodities 20 per cent fall in the production of industrial products above 20 per cent increase in money supply 85 / 100 The following question consist of two statements, statement I and statement II. You have to examine these two statements carefully and select the Answer to these questions using the code given below Statement I : Sideral day is shorter than Solar day. Statement II : The motion of the Earth in its orbit around the Sun is termed as revolution. Code: Both the statements are individually true and statement II is the correct explanation of statement I Both the statements are individually true but statement II is not the correct explanation of statement I Statement I is false but Statement II is true. Statement I is true but statement II is false. 86 / 100 Consider the following statements: 1. The President cannot function without the Union Council of Ministers. 2. The Solicitor-General is the highest legal authority of the Union Government. 3. The Union Council of Ministers can function for some time even after the death or resignation of the Prime Minister. 4. In the absence of the Prime Minister, only the Home Minister can preside over emergency meetings of the Union Council of Ministers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 3 and 4 only 1, 2 and 4 1, 2, 3 and 4 87 / 100 Where was the mini-forest created using the Miyawaki Method? Delhi Bengaluru Raipur Mumbai The 'Young India Group' in Raipur undertook an initiative to create a mini-forest using the Miyawaki Method, planting more than 2,500 saplings in Gandhi Udyan. This method, originating from Japan, focuses on maximizing plant density in small areas to combat air pollution effectively. The initiative aims to boost oxygen levels and reduce pollution in urban spaces, with plans to expand this green initiative across the city of Raipur. 88 / 100 A Money Bill deals with: 1. the receipt of money on account of the public account of India. 2. giving any guarantee by the Government of India for borrowing of money. 3. custody of Consolidated Fund of India. 4. withdrawal of money from Contingency Fund of India. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 1 and 2 only 1, 2, 3 and 4 1, 2 and 4 3 and 4 only 89 / 100 The shortest bone in the human body is the metacarpal vertebrae phalange stapes 90 / 100 Which one of the following statements is/ are correct with regard to Milky Way? 1. It is a spiral galaxy. 2. The solar system resides in one of its spiral arms. Select the correct Answer using the code given below: 1 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 2 only 91 / 100 When a Proclamation of Emergency is issued by the President under Article 352 of the Constitution of India: the freedoms under Article 19 are automatically suspended and other Fundamental Rights, except those under Articles 20 and 21, can be suspended by an order of the President. Fundamental Rights are automatically suspended. the freedoms under Article 19 are automatically suspended and other Fundamental Rights can be suspended by an order of the President only the freedoms under Article 19 are suspended and other Fundamental Rights cannot be suspended. 92 / 100 Ghati-yantra was used in early India for pouring of water in sacrificial rituals manufacturing of vessels of metal conducting tantric rituals irrigation from wells 93 / 100 Investment in public works is known as either (a) or (b) revenue expenditure capital expenditure current expenditure 94 / 100 A market economy is one in which products and factors are bought and sold products are sold all of the above products and factors are bought 95 / 100 Which one of the following wars decided the fate of the French in India? First Carnatic War Battle of Wandiwash Battle of Buxar Battle of Plassey 96 / 100 Which among the following is the correct arrangement of halogens in the increasing order of their oxidizing nature ? . I, Br , C1 , F C1, Br, F, I Br, I, C1 , F F, C1, Br , I 97 / 100 What is the grant provided by the Parliament in respect of the estimated expenditure for the part of the ensuing financial year pending the regular passage of the budget called? Appropriation account Vote on account Token cut Cut motion 98 / 100 The Article of the Constitution which automatically becomes suspended on proclamation of emergency is: Article 21 Article 14 Article 32 Article 19 99 / 100 Consider the following statements: 1. After the demands for grants in the Annual Financial Statement are voted by the Lok Sabha, the grants so made as well as the expenditure charged on the Consolidated Fund of India are incorporated in the Annual Finance Bill. 2. The taxing proposals of the budget are included in an Appropriation Bill. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 2 only 1 only 100 / 100 The potential difference between the two end terminals of an electric heater is 220 V and the current through it is 0.5 A. What would be the current through the heater if the potential difference across the terminals of the heater is reduced to 120 V ? 0.27 A 1.0 A 0.7 A 0.5 A Your score is 0% Send feedback 123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354555657585960616263646566676869707172737475767778798081828384858687888990919293949596979899100 NDA Mock Test -2 (August 7) S No Topics Questions 1 Modern History 15 2 Current Affairs 10 3 Polity 10 4 Geography 15 5 Biology 15 6 Chemistry 15 7 Physics 20 Total 100 1 / 100 The process of formation of blood corpuscles is called haemopoiesis haemozoin none of these haemolysis 2 / 100 In which Indian state did the Indian Army and Indian Air Force conduct a joint exercise titled "Gagan Strike-II"? Haryana Rajasthan Uttarakhand Punjab The joint exercise "Gagan Strike-II" conducted by the Indian Army's Kharga Corps and the Indian Air Force (IAF) took place in Punjab. This exercise aimed to refine processes and validate the use of attack helicopters in mechanized operations, showcasing synergy and jointmanship between the two branches of the Indian armed forces. 3 / 100 A law made by the Parliament having extra-territorial operation shall: be deemed invalid be deemed unconstitutional not be deemed invalid be deemed ultra vires 4 / 100 The richest source of vitamin A is apple egg meat orange 5 / 100 Until the nineteenth century, aluminium was almost as expensive as gold. The invention of an inexpensive way to extract this metal by a 22-year-old American made this metal inexpensive subsequently. The inventor was Goldschmidt Charles-Martin Hall Parkes Mond 6 / 100 Dimension of modulus of elasticity is ML^-1T^2 ML^-1T^-1 M^-1L^-1T^2 ML^2T^-2 7 / 100 appears to be the brightest at night? Jupiter Venus Mercury Mars 8 / 100 In the Federation established by the Act, 1935, residuary powers were given to the: Federal Legislature Provincial Governor Governor-General Provincial Legislature 9 / 100 "Bengal Gazettee" was the first published newspaper in India. It was published in 1780 1786 1875 1787 10 / 100 In the “Individual Satyagraha” Vinoba Bhave was chosen as the first Satyagrahi who was the second? Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru Dr. Rajendra Prasad C. Rajagopalachari Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel 11 / 100 Which country provided the Indian Army with the portable Igla-S Air defence system? United States China Russia France Russia supplied India with the Igla-S Air defence system, enhancing the Indian Army's Very Short Range Air Defence (VSHORAD) capabilities, and replacing outdated Igla-1M systems. 12 / 100 Polythene is formed by addition polymerization none of the above ring opening polymerization condensation polymerization 13 / 100 When is World Malaria Day observed annually? June 25 May 25 April 25 March 25 World Malaria Day is observed annually on April 25 to raise awareness about the prevention, treatment, and control of malaria. The day originated from Africa Malaria Day in 2001 and was later changed to World Malaria Day in 2008 during the 60th session of the World Health Assembly, emphasizing global efforts against malaria. 14 / 100 Name of the first Hindi newspaper published in India was Amrit Bazar Patrika Uddand Martand Bengal Patrika Hindu 15 / 100 At which one of the following places did Mahatma Gandhi first start his satyagraha in India? Champaran Bardoli Ahemdabad Kheda 16 / 100 What organization recently inaugurated the Submersible Platform for Acoustic Characterisation and Evaluation (SPACE) facility in Kulamavu, Idukki, Kerala? Skyroots HAL ISRO DRDO The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently inaugurated the Submersible Platform for Acoustic Characterisation and Evaluation (SPACE) facility in Kulamavu, Idukki, Kerala. This cutting-edge facility is designed to enhance India's naval capabilities through advanced sonar systems testing and evaluation. 17 / 100 A heavenly body that emits radio signals at regular intervals of time is called a quasar pulsar red giant white dwarf 18 / 100 What happens if a bar magnet is cut into two pieces, transverse to its length? both pieces will be without magne- tism each piece will have either two north poles or two south poles each piece will be a magnet with either north or south poles at each end only one end will show either north pole or south pole. The other end will not show any magnetism. 19 / 100 The power house of energy in cells is endoplasmic reticulum ribosomes mitochondria Golgi bodies 20 / 100 The shortest bone in the human body is the metacarpal vertebrae phalange stapes 21 / 100 Which of the following diseases is caused by a virus? malaria smallpox cholera tuberculosis 22 / 100 With which one of the following movements is the slogan “ Do or Die” associated? Civil Disobedience Movement Non- Cooperation Movement Swadeshi movement Quit India Movement 23 / 100 The molecules responsible for storing the genetic code are RNA protein DNA protein 24 / 100 Which of the following is a bacterial disease? scurvy measles diabetes leprosy 25 / 100 Which tribal group from Great Nicobar participated in voting for the first time? Jarwa Tribes Shompen Tribes Sentinalese Tribes Onge Tribes The Shompen Tribes from Great Nicobar Island participated in voting for the first time. As a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG), they reside in dense tropical rainforests and belong to the Mongoloid group. Their participation in the electoral process marks a significant step in their engagement with mainstream society, highlighting efforts towards inclusion and empowerment of tribal communities. 26 / 100 Cathode rays were discovered by J. J. Thomson Rutherford Lord Kelvin Dirac 27 / 100 Which country recently amended its Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement with India to include a principal purpose test (PPT)? Myanmar Mauritius Maldives Mongolia Mauritius recently amended its Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) with India by adding a principal purpose test (PPT) to prevent tax evasion, signalling changes in tax treatment for investments routed through Mauritius. 28 / 100 Which of the following sources meets nearly 80% of the world's energy require- ments? dung and vegetation waste nuclear, solar energy, geothermal, and wind power fossil fuels hydro power 29 / 100 A polymer that can be obtained from a dialcohol and a diacid is a typical none of the above synthetic rubber Polyster Nylon 30 / 100 The colour of violet glass is due to the presence of chromium nickel cobalt manganese 31 / 100 Which climatic phenomenon is characterized by cooler than normal sea surface temperatures in the central Pacific Ocean? Monsoon El Nino La Nina Tornado La Nina refers to the cooling of sea surface temperatures in the central Pacific Ocean, leading to a range of climatic impacts worldwide. This phenomenon is characterized by its opposite effect compared to El Nino, causing cooler and drier conditions in some regions while influencing weather patterns across the globe. 32 / 100 Which, among the following, was not one of the results of the third Battle of Panipat? The Marathas received a serious set- back to their political ambitions The morale of the Marathas suffered disastrously The Marathas lost their hold over north India The Marathas lost their political pres-, tige all over India 33 / 100 Which one of the following is the longest mountain range? The Andes The Rocky The Alps The Himalayas 34 / 100 The oil used in the froth flotation process is coconut oil pine oil kerosene oil olive oil 35 / 100 What is tissue culture? none of the above a special type of skin grafting to treat burn cases preparation of fragments of cell of an organism for biochemical examination storage of human tissue for trans- plantation 36 / 100 What are ultrasonic waves? sound waves with a frequency higher than audio-frequency range none of these sound waves with a frequency shorter than audio frequency range sound waves produced in vacuum 37 / 100 Narendranath was the real name of which of the following reformers Atma Ram Pandurang B.G. Tilak Vivekananda Dayanand Sarawati 38 / 100 Who among the following was the first Law Minister of India? Jawaharlal Nehru Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Dr. B.R. Ambedkar T.T. Krishnamachari 39 / 100 Which of the following Acts separated, for the first time, provincial budgets from the central budget? Indian Councils Act, 1909 Indian Councils Act, 1892 Government of India Act, 1935 Government of India Act, 1919 40 / 100 Which of the following expenditures shall be charged on the Consolidated Fund of India? 1. The emoluments and allowances of the President and other expenditure relating to his office. 1. 2. The emoluments and allowances of the Prime Minister and other expenditure relating to his office. 3. The salaries and allowances of the Chairman and the Deputy Chairman of the Council of States. 4. The salaries and allowances of the Speaker and the Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha. Choose the correct answer from the codes given below: 1, 3 and 4 1, 2 and 4 1, 2 and 3 2, 3 and 4 41 / 100 The Theosophical Society was originally founded by Annie Bessant Sarojini Naidu H.P. Blavatsky Sister Nivedita 42 / 100 Which of the following was a feature of the Indian Councils Act, 1861? Rigid Centralisation Communal Representation Dyarchy in Provincial Government Federal Scheme of Government 43 / 100 Light year is a unit of time light distance intensity of light 44 / 100 How can a heap of oily clothes catch fire without the presence of a flame? oil undergoes oxidation resulting in heat which, if allowed to accumulate, causes the clothes to catch fire air moving over oily clothes pro- duces friction and inevitably causes fire when oil comes into contact with oxygen, it catches fire t is not possible 45 / 100 The Circle of illumination divides Earth into two hemispheres known as Summer and Winter North and South East and West Day and night 46 / 100 A reform movement within Hindiusm named "Prartha Samaj" was founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy and Keshab Chandra Sen Raja Ram Mohan Roy and Devendra- nath Tagore Devendranath Tagore and Keshab Chandra Sen Mahadev Gobind Ranade and Atma Ram Pandurang 47 / 100 A camera lens is marked '8 cm, f/16. This means that the diameter (or aperture) of the lens is 10 mm. 20 mm 5 mm 2.5 mm 48 / 100 The process of cell division can take place by fusion mitosis none of these heterosis 49 / 100 Consider the following statements: 1. The nature of a Bill, if it is certified by the Speaker of the House of People as a Money Bill, is not open to question in a Court of Law. 2. The President of India has the power to question the nature of a Bill to be, taken as a Money Bill even if it is certified to be so by the Speaker of the House of People. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 2 only 1 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 50 / 100 Paraffin wax used for making candles is obtained from coal marsh gas seaweeds petroleum 51 / 100 The process of strongly heating an ore in the presence of air is called reduction smelting calcination melting 52 / 100 In a doctor's stethoscope, sound is intensified because of reflection of sound principle of superposition of waves resonance of sound constructive interference 53 / 100 We eat food as a response to a hunger stimulus arising from the thalamus to produce heat energy for various metabolic activities just to satisfy the sense of taste to produce chemical energy for vari- ous metabolic activities 54 / 100 When a person walking in bright sunlight enters a dark room, he is not able to see clearly for a little while because the iris is unable to dilate the pupil immediately the iris is unable to contract the pupil immediately the retina retains the bright images for some time and becomes momen- tarily insensitive the eye muscles cannot immediately change the focal length of the eye lens 55 / 100 What is the correct chronological order of the following Mughal emperors? A. Ahmad Shah B. Shah Alam II C. Alamgir II D. Akbar II Choose the answer from the codes given below: A, C, B, D B, A, C, D A, B, D, C D, C, A, B 56 / 100 According to the Hurun Global Unicorn Index 2024, in terms of unicorn creation, which position does India hold globally? Fourth Second Third First India ranked third globally in unicorn creation with 67 unicorns, trailing behind the United States with 703 unicorns and China with 340, as per the Hurun Global Unicorn Index. This position reflects India's status in the global startup ecosystem, despite a decline in unicorn creation for the first time since 2017. 57 / 100 Nylon 6.6 was first prepared by E. G. Rochow C. Goodyear W. Carothers L. Pauling 58 / 100 When zinc reacts with hydrochloric acid, the gas evolved is chlorine oxygen hydrogen none of these 59 / 100 Whenever the Constitution requires the "satisfaction" of the President for the exercise of any power or function by him, it means: The satisfaction of the Members of the Parliament The personal satisfaction of the President The satisfaction of the Council of Ministers The satisfaction of the Members of the Lok Sabha 60 / 100 In each of the following questions, a statement of Assertion (A) is given followed by corresponding Reason (R), just below it. Read the statements carefully and mark the correct Answer : Assertion (A): During volcanic eruptions, lava flows out with a speed despite being very thick. Reason (R): Lava flow is mainly controlled by viscosity. If both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. If A is false but R is true If A and R are false If both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A. If A is true but R is false 61 / 100 Which of the following can be purified by the electrolytic method? copper (Cu) boron (B) chlorine (CL) sodium (Na) 62 / 100 The chemical behaviour of an atom depends upon its mass number the number of neutrons in the nucle- us the number of protons in the nucleus the number of electrons orbiting the nucleus 63 / 100 The point at which the solid, liquid, and gaseous forms of a substance co-exist is called its triple point freezing point boiling point melting point 64 / 100 The primary substance used for vulcaniz- ing rubber is ammonium hydroxide isoprene sulphur zinc oxide 65 / 100 Which of the following is an amphibian? frog cow whale turtle 66 / 100 What was Salam Bin Razzaq known for in his career? Writer and Translator Scientific research Political activism Business entrepreneurship Salam Bin Razzaq, who passed away at 83, was a renowned Urdu literature , writer and translator. He was known for his short stories in Urdu and Hindi, with notable collections like 'Shikasta Buton Ke Darmiyan.' He received several awards for his contributions to Urdu literature, including the Sahitya Akademi Award and the Ghalib Award. 67 / 100 Who was the first Indian to use the word Swaraj in 1906? B.G. Tilak, at the Calcutta session of the Congress Gopal Krishan Gokhale, at Bombay in 1885 Dadabhai Naoroji, at the Calcutta session of the Congress Lala Lajpat Rai, in the first session of Indian National Congress 68 / 100 Which one of the following statements is correct? Cold fronts move at slower rate than warm fronts and therefore cannot overtake the warm fronts. Cold fronts move faster than warm fronts but they cannot overtake the warm fronts. Cold fronts move at slower rate, and eventually they are overtaken by the warm fronts. Cold fronts normally move faster than warm fronts and therefore frequently overtake the warm fronts. 69 / 100 The oil in the wick of an oil lamp rises up due to pressure difference low viscosity of oil capillary action gravitational force 70 / 100 Which part of the sun is visible during total solar eclipse? chromosphere photosphere corona no part of the sun is visible as it is completely covered by the moon 71 / 100 Which of the following is not a mammal? fish goat whale bat 72 / 100 Where have archaeologists recently uncovered significant megalithic monuments, an Iron Age megalithic site, and rock art sites? Telangana Karnataka Maharashtra Tamil Nadu Archaeologists in Telangana have made significant discoveries, including over 200 megalithic monuments in dense forests, an exceptional Iron Age megalithic site at Ooragutta, and two rock art sites at Damaratogu. These findings provide valuable insights into the ancient heritage of Telangana and highlight the need for continued exploration and preservation efforts in the region. 73 / 100 A beaker is completely filled with water at 4°C, water overflows from beaker when heated above 4°C both heated and cooled above and below 4°C, respectively none of the above cooled below 4°C 74 / 100 Arrange the following Mughal rulers in chronological order. A. Bahadur Shah I B. Bahadur Shah II C. Farrukhsiyar D. Muhammad Shah E. Shah Alam II A, B, C, D, E A, B, E, D, A E, D, C, B, A A, C, D, E, B 75 / 100 Solar eclipse will take place when the moon is between the sun and the earth the moon does not lie on the line joining the sun and the earth the earth is between the moon and the sun the sun is between the moon and the earth 76 / 100 Which of the following statements are true? A. Aurangzeb was a scholar of Muslim theology and jurisprudence. B. Aurangzeb gave the title of Zarrin- galam to his court poet Mohammad Hussain. C. Aurangzeb was an accomplished Veena player. D. Aurangzeb patronised the art of cal- ligraphy. B and D A, C, and D A, B, and D A and B 77 / 100 When is International Archives Day observed? July 10 June 09 July 09 June 10 International Archives Day is commemorated annually on June 09. This day serves to highlight the significance of records and archives in preserving our collective memory and shaping our present and future. It originated from a resolution adopted during the 2004 International Congress on Archives, with the official declaration made by the International Council on Archives (ICA) in 2007. Various events and initiatives are organized globally on this day to raise awareness about the importance of archives in society. 78 / 100 The offspring from a cross between two individuals differing in at least one set of characters is called a polyploid variant mutant hybrid 79 / 100 In an adiabatic process volume is maintained constant pressure is maintained constant there is perfect heat insulation the system exchanges heat with the surroundings 80 / 100 The correct sequence of different layers of the atmosphere from the surface of the Earth upwards is Troposphere, Stratosphere, Ionosphere, Mesosphere. Stratosphere, Troposphere, Ionosphere, Mesosphere. Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Ionosphere. Stratosphere, Troposphere, Mesosphere, Ionosphere. 81 / 100 In an electric kettle water becomes hot by convection radiation moving particles conduction 82 / 100 The ratio of diffusion of oxygen and hydrogen are inversely proportional to their densities directly proportional to their densities inversely proportional to the square root of their densities directly proportional to the square root of their densities 83 / 100 Which one among the following statements is not correct? Solar noon occurs at different times at locations with the same latitude Places having same longitude experience solar noon at different times One meridian, which is directly under the Sun, experiences solar noon at a given time Solar noon occurs simultaneously at locations with the same longitude 84 / 100 Which of the following pairs is atom: indivisible particle atom: smallest indivisible part of an element molecule: unit of a compound atom: smallest part of a compound 85 / 100 In which year was the Indian Historical Records Commission (IHRC) established? 1915 1919 1923 1900 The Indian Historical Records Commission (IHRC) was established in 1919 as an apex advisory body on archival matters in India. It serves as a national forum for managing records and advising the Government of India on historical research, emphasizing its significant role in preserving and honouring India's historical records since its inception. Recently, the IHRC unveiled a new logo and motto to visually communicate its unique identity and ethos. 86 / 100 When dust gets into the eye, the part that becomes inflamed and pink is the community? choroids sclerotic cornea conjunctiva 87 / 100 Which of the following heavenly bodies do not belong to the solar system? planets pulsars comets asteroids 88 / 100 The Equatorial region has no other season except summer. What could be the reason ? 1. The length of day and night is more or less equal over the year 2. The Earth’s rotational velocity is maximum at the Equator 3. The coriolis force is zero at the Equator Select the correct Answer using the code given below : 1 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 1 and 2 only 89 / 100 Consider the following: A. Assassination of Khusrau B. Mahabat Khan's coup C. Jahangir's death D. Khurram's rebellion Arrange in chronological order. A, D, B, C A, B, C, D A, C, D, B A, C, B, D 90 / 100 Volcanic eruptions do not occurs in the Caribbean sea Caspian sea Black sea Baltic sea 91 / 100 Africa’s highest mountain peak Mt. Kilimanjaro lies in Zambia Malawi Tanzania Kenya 92 / 100 Which of the following is fire resistant? gypsum dolomite none of these asbestos 93 / 100 The prestigious Cannes Film Festival is held around May every year in which part of the world? France Monaco Greece Britain Italy 94 / 100 Which one of the following Acts provided the setting up of the Board of Control in Britain, through which the British Government could fully control the British East India Company's civil, military and revenue affairs in India? Charter Act, 1833 Pitt's India Act, 1784 Regulating Act, 1773 Government of India Act, 1858 95 / 100 Which country is involved in the joint initiative with India to promote Sanskrit research and education? Bhutan Nepal Sri Lanka Bangladesh Nepal is collaborating with India in a joint initiative to advance Sanskrit research and education. This partnership aims to strengthen cultural ties and preserve the rich heritage shared between the two countries 96 / 100 In which Indian state is the Gangaur festival celebrated? Maharashtra Uttar Pradesh Rajasthan Gujarat The Gangaur festival, commemorating the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, is celebrated throughout Rajasthan. It symbolizes marriage's happiness and auspiciousness, with significant rituals performed by women seeking blessings for marital harmony 97 / 100 Which of the following animals is cor- rectly matched with its type of skeleton? earthworm-exoskeleton dog-exoskeleton earthworm-exoskeleton crab-exoskeleton 98 / 100 Ability of the eye to see objects at all dis- tances is called hypermetropia binocular vision myopia accommodation 99 / 100 Consider the following statements: 1. Akbar prohibited sati-the immola- tion of widow on husband's pyre. 2. Akbar discouraged child marriage and encouraged widow remarriage among the Hindus. Which of the statements given above is/ are correct? 1 only Neither 1 nor 2 . Both 1 and 2 2 only 100 / 100 Which country did India discuss revitalizing "Energy Sector Cooperation" with? Iran Kuwait Libya Iraq India held discussions with Libya to revitalize "Energy Sector Cooperation." During the meeting between Pankaj Jain, Secretary of India's Ministry of Petroleum, and Mohamed Khalil Issa, Deputy Minister for Political Affairs of Libya, in New Delhi, the focus was on enhancing bilateral energy cooperation. This included increasing crude oil trade and resuming exploration and production projects in Libya, involving Indian public sector entities like Indian Oil, ONGC, and Oil India. Your score is 0% Send feedback 123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354555657585960616263646566676869707172737475767778798081828384858687888990919293949596979899100 NDA Mock Test -1 (August 4) S No Topics Questions 1 Modern History 15 2 Current Affairs 15 3 Polity 10 4 Geography 10 5 Biology 15 6 Chemistry 15 7 Physics 20 Total 100 1 / 100 Arrange the following socio-religious reformers in the chronological order of their birth: (i) Ramakrishna Paramahansa (ii) Swami Dayanand Saraswati (iii) Ram Mohan Roy (iv) Debendranath Tagore (v) Swami Vivekananda (vi) Keshab Chandra Sen Select the answer from the codes given below: iv, iii, i, ii, v and vi ii, iii, i, iv, vi and v iii, iv, ii, i, vi and v i, iii, ii, vi, iv and v 2 / 100 Bacteria reproduce by sexual method only mostly by sexual method by asexual method only mostly by asexual method 3 / 100 Soaps are obtained from oils and fats by acid hydrolysis steam hydrolysis saponification steam hydrolysis 4 / 100 Pick out the vector quantity energy angle angular momentum torque 5 / 100 A cell cycle consists of mitosis and meiosis interphase and mitosis prophase, metaphase, anaphase and telophase G1, the S phase, and G2 6 / 100 Pa (Pascal) is the unit for frequency pressure thrust conductivity 7 / 100 The colour of violet glass is due to the presence of manganese nickel cobalt chromium 8 / 100 A bomb, initially at rest, explodes into a large number of tiny fragments. The total momentum of all the fragments depends on the total mass of all the fragments depends on the speeds of various fragments is infinity is zero 9 / 100 A highly evolved human brain contains approximately 10,000 nerve cells 100 million nerve cells 10,000 million nerve cells 100,000 nerve cells 10 / 100 On which date is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day observed annually? June 15 July 15 June 30 June 1 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is observed globally on June 15th each year. This day aims to raise awareness about the mistreatment of older individuals worldwide, highlighting various forms of abuse and promoting their rights and well-being. The theme for WEAAD 2024 focuses on addressing the challenges faced by older persons during emergencies, emphasizing the need for protective measures and support systems. 11 / 100 The proclamation of emergency at the first instance can be restricted to: 3 months 6 months 15 days 60 days 12 / 100 Choose the set of correct chronological order of the following events: A. Non – Cooperation Movement B. Lucknw pact C. Montague Reforms D. World War I D, B, C, A D, A, B, C C, B, D, A D, C, B, A 13 / 100 Land masses are heated and cooled much faster than water bodies. Which of the following statements justifies it? I. Land gets heated by conduction. II. Water has a higher specific heat. III. Only the surface layer of water is heated. IV. Water gets heated by convection. I, II and III I and IV I, II and IV II and III 14 / 100 The prestigious Cannes Film Festival is held around May every year in which part of the world? Monaco Britain Italy Greece France 15 / 100 A 'biological death' occurs/takes place when pupils show no reaction to light all the body cells die after a few hours of clinical death there is no pulse and heart beat pupils are fixed and dilated 16 / 100 Which of the following gases in air unites with many metals? carbon dioxide hydrogen helium Oxygen 17 / 100 In which Indian state did the Indian Air Force (IAF) conduct Bambi Bucket operations to combat forest fires? Assam Maharashtra Uttarakhand Himachal Pradesh Despite the Uttarakhand government’s submission to the Supreme Court that the emergency situation regarding forest fires is now over, the State Forest Department reported 40 fresh cases of fire on May 8, 2024. This contradictory situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced in controlling the raging wildfires in the region. The Indian Air Force (IAF) provided relief by undertaking Bambi Bucket operations in Uttarakhand's Pauri Garhwal sector using its Mi17 V5 helicopters. 18 / 100 Which country became the first in the world to lose all its glaciers? Argentina Venezuela Colombia Brazil Venezuela, situated on the northern coast of South America, became the first country globally to lose all its glaciers. By 2011, five of Venezuela's glaciers had disappeared, leaving only the Humboldt Glacier in the Sierra Nevada National Park. Despite efforts, even this glacier, also known as La Corona, has significantly diminished over time. 19 / 100 During the proclamation of National Emergency: Article 19 cannot be suspended Article 32 cannot be suspended all Fundamental Rights are suspended Articles 20 and 21 cannot be suspended 20 / 100 The non – cooperation movement was passed in which session of the India National Congress? Bombay Calcutta Kanpur Nagpur 21 / 100 Manufacturing food by the process of photosynthesis in plants is an example of both anabolism and catabolism anabolism catabolism neither anabolism nor catabolism 22 / 100 In modern day rechargeable cells, com- pounds of which two elements are used? nickel and cadmium cadmium and mercury nickel and lead carbon and cadmium 23 / 100 The non-cooperation movement started in 1870 1942 1920 1921 24 / 100 If the distance between two charges is halved, then the force between them becomes half double one-fourth four times 25 / 100 The alum used for purifying water is chrome alum ammonium alum potash alum ferric alum 26 / 100 Acquired Immune-Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is caused by bacterium fungus protozoa virus 27 / 100 Every proclamation issued under Article 356 shall cease to operate at the expiration of: two months unless before that period it has been approved by resolution of both Houses of Parliament six months unless before that period it has been approved by resolution of both Houses of Parliament one month unless before that period it has been approved by resolution of both Houses of Parliament three years unless before that period it has been approved by resolution of both Houses of Parliament 28 / 100 Who received the 'Green Oscar' Whitley Gold Award 2024? Purnima Devi Barman Krishnamoorthy Raman Sukumar Brindha Devi Purnima Devi Barman, a wildlife biologist from Assam, was awarded the 'Green Oscar' Whitley Gold Award 2024 for her conservation efforts of the endangered Greater Adjutant Stork (Hargila). Her work has significantly contributed to increasing the population of Hargila from an estimated 450 birds to 1800 in Northeast India. 29 / 100 A supersonic plane flies at the speed of sound greater than the speed of the sound of light less than the speed of the sound 30 / 100 Who is set to receive the Cannes honorary Palme d'Or award at the Cannes Film Festival's opening ceremony? Meryl Streep Nicole Kidman Brad Pitt Leonardo DiCaprio Meryl Streep, the renowned American actress with a career spanning five decades, is set to receive the Cannes Honorary Palme d'Or award at the Cannes Film Festival's opening ceremony on May 14. 31 / 100 Pick out the scalar quantity velocity force acceleration pressure 32 / 100 On the subject of Income Tax: The Union Government has more powers than State Governments The State Governments have more powers than the Union Government. Only the Union Government has power. Both Union and State Governments have equal powers but Union shall prevail in case of conflict. 33 / 100 If a bomb is released from a plane moving with uniform velocity, then by the time the bomb reaches the ground, the plane will be ahead or behind, depending on its velocity vertically above the bomb ahead of the bomb behind the bomb 34 / 100 What type of virus is Mpox? DNA virus Adenovirus Retrovirus RNA virus 35 / 100 Which of the following statements is/are not true about the Hindustan Republication Association? (i) It was founded by Sachin Sanyal and Jogeshchandra Chatterji. (ii) It was the first revolutionary terrorist association at the all-India level (iii) It was renamed as Hindustan Communist Republican Associaton by Chandrashekar. (iv) It was later joined by Bhagat Singh. (v) In 1929 some of its members tried to blow Lord reading’s train near Delhi. Choose the answers from the codes given below: Only iii iii and iv iii and v only v 36 / 100 What substance, alleged to cause cancer in the long term, led to the banning of certain spice powders in Hong Kong and Singapore? Ethylene oxide Sodium chloride Potassium sorbate Calcium carbonate The banning of certain MDH and Everest-branded spice powders in Hong Kong and Singapore was due to the alleged presence of ethylene oxide at levels exceeding permissible limits. Ethylene oxide is a chemical that has been linked to long-term health risks, including cancer, prompting regulatory actions to protect public health. 37 / 100 A unit of energy is the same as that of work power acceleration force 38 / 100 A resolution for the revocation of proclamation of National Emergency may be moved by: one-tenth of total membership of Lok Sabha ten members of Rajya Sabha ten members of Parliament ten members of Lok Sabha 39 / 100 The total number of Fundamental Duties mentioned in the Constitution is : 9 10 11 12 40 / 100 The flying of birds is a proof of Newton's Second law First law Third law of motion both Second and Third laws 41 / 100 In which river are more than 2000 Gangetic dolphins found in Uttar Pradesh? Brahmaputra River Yamuna River Chambal River Ganga River 42 / 100 Iron articles rust because of the formation of sodium carbonate sodium carbonate a mixture of ferrous and ferric hydrox- ides ferrous chloride 43 / 100 Consider the following statements 1. Ozone is mostly found in the stratosphere 2. Ozone layer lies 25 to 30 km above the surface of the Earth 3. Ozone absorbs ultraviolet radiation from the Sun. 4. Ozone layer has no significance for life on the Earth Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1, 2 and 3 1 and 3 1 and 2 3 and 4 44 / 100 All the following are invertebrates except prawn crab fish snail 45 / 100 Delicious chilgoza seeds, commercially important products such as turpentine and resin and the drug ephedrine, useful in asthma and other respiratory ailments. are all obtained from plants that are ferns gymnosperms algae monocotyledons and dicotyledons 46 / 100 Who among the following was the first Governor General Of India? Sir Charles Metcalfe Lord Amherst Robert Clive lord William Bentinck 47 / 100 Where was the 2024 Ocean Decade Conference held? Paris Barcelona London Rome 48 / 100 In which country was the updated ASMPA supersonic missile successfully tested? France Germany United States Russia France marked a significant milestone in its defence capabilities by successfully testing the updated ASMPA supersonic missile. This missile, capable of carrying a nuclear warhead, is a central component of France's nuclear deterrent force, showcasing the country's advancements in military technology 49 / 100 Arrange the following events in chronological order. (i) Champaran Satyagraha (ii) Launching of the khilafat Movement (iii) reunion of the congress. (iv) Nagpur Session of the Congress Choose the correct answer from the codes given below: i, iv, iii and ii iii, i, iv and ii iii, i, ii and iv i, iii, iv and ii 50 / 100 Jallianwala Bagh Massacre occurred in 13 April 1919 3 July 1930 30 january 1918 14 August 1920 51 / 100 When zinc reacts with hydrochloric acid, the gas evolved is oxygen chlorine none of these hydrogen 52 / 100 One light year is a unit for time a unit for large distance a unit for velocity of stars a unit for velocity of light 53 / 100 Tetraethyl lead is a petrol additive an ink constituent Tetraethyl lead is an insecticide 54 / 100 Ancient Monuments Preservation Act was passed during the Viceroyalty of Lansdowne Ripon Minto Curzon 55 / 100 Where is the Malabar River Festival 2024 set to take place? Kochi Alappuzha Kozhikode Chalipuzha The Malabar River Festival 2024, featuring the International White Water Kayaking Championship, will be hosted in Kerala's Kozhikode. This event will showcase the thrilling sport of white-water kayaking across several rivers including Thusaharagiri, Chalipuzha, and Iruvazhinjipuzha, attracting participants from around the world. 56 / 100 A shell, initially at rest suddenly explodes into two equal fragments A and B. Which one of the following is observed? A and B move in the same direction with different speeds A and B move in opposite directions with different speeds A and B move in opposite directions with the same speed A and B move in the same direction with the same speed 57 / 100 Under Article 312 of the Constitution of India, the Rajya Sabha has exclusive power to recommend the establishment of which one of the following? Administrative Tribunals New All-India Services River-valley Development Authorities Zonal Councils 58 / 100 Mach number is not used in connection with the speed of aircraft ships sound spacecraft 59 / 100 Cud-chewing animals are known as ruminant frugivores sanguivores cannibals. 60 / 100 Until the nineteenth century, aluminium was almost as expensive as gold. The invention of an inexpensive way to extract this metal by a 22-year-old American made this metal inexpensive subsequently. The inventor was Charles-Martin Hall Mond Goldschmidt Parkes 61 / 100 The Bardoli Satyagraha was conducted under the leadership of Vinoba Bhave Jawaharlal Nehru C. Rajagopalchari Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel 62 / 100 Ductless glands are known as exocrine glands endocrine glands tubular glands alveolar glands 63 / 100 Which of the statements given below about the Champaran satyagraha is/are correct? 1. It was related to indigo plantations. 2. It started because the European planters oppressed the Zamindars. Select the correct answer using the code given below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 64 / 100 In case of proclamation of emergency on grounds of war or external aggression: the right to move a court for enforcement of any Fundamental Right is suspended all Fundamental Rights will be automatically suspended Parliament may authorise suspension of all Fundamental Rights the President may order the suspension of enforcement of any Fundamental Right except Article 20-21 65 / 100 Which layer of atmosphere is vital for telercommnications? Stratosphere Thermosphere Troposphere Ionosphere 66 / 100 An object moving around in a circle is moving with a uniform speed uniform velocity variable speed variable velocity 67 / 100 Which tribe, living in the border areas between Andhra Pradesh (AP) and Chhattisgarh, possesses voter cards of both states for reference and proof of nativity? Gond Tribe Koya Tribe Salwa Judum Tribe Muria Tribe The Muria Tribe, living in the border areas between Andhra Pradesh (AP) and Chhattisgarh, holds voter cards from both states for reference and proof of nativity. They are an indigenous Adivasi community known for their settlements within 'India’s Red Corridor' and their progressive perspectives on various aspects of life. 68 / 100 When is World Malaria Day observed annually? June 25 March 25 April 25 May 25 World Malaria Day is observed annually on April 25 to raise awareness about the prevention, treatment, and control of malaria. The day originated from Africa Malaria Day in 2001 and was later changed to World Malaria Day in 2008 during the 60th session of the World Health Assembly, emphasizing global efforts against malaria. 69 / 100 Which of the following can be purified by the electrolytic method? sodium (Na) boron (B) copper (Cu) chlorine (CL) 70 / 100 The civil Disobedience movement was an advance over the Non-Cooperative movement in many respects, except a few. Which are those exceptions? (i) Stated objective (ii) Methods adopted (iii) Participation of women and teenagers (iv) Hindu – Muslim unity (v) Responses from business groups (vi) Participation of labourers Select the correct answers from the codes given below: iii and v iii, iv and vi iv and v iv and vi 71 / 100 Which Indian state hosts the largest breeding ground for olive ridley sea turtles? Kerala Maharashtra Odisha Tamil Nadu The Gahirmatha Beach in Kendrapara district of Odisha is the largest breeding ground for olive ridley sea turtles in India. It is part of the Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary and was designated as the Gahirmatha Marine Wildlife Sanctuary in September 1997. This area, including the Bhitarkanika mangroves, is a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance. 72 / 100 One thousand microns is equal to 10^4 m 10^2 m 10^5 m 10^3 m 73 / 100 Choose the only scalar quantity from the following: momentum force torque energy 74 / 100 Chromosomes are none of the above constituent of blood, which produces heat in the body parts of the human brain thread-like bodies that occur in the nuclei and carry the genetic code 75 / 100 What is the name of the newly discovered plant species found in Kerala's Nelliyampathy hills? Stellaria montana Stellaria mcclintockiae Stellaria arvensis Stellaria pallida 76 / 100 Hydrogen and chlorine react vigorously in the presence of light (explosively) due to the formation of chlorine-free radicals both hydrogen- and chlorine-free radicals hydrogen chloride molecule hydrogen-free radicals 77 / 100 A person of which of the following blood groups is called a universal donor? AB O B A 78 / 100 How can a heap of oily clothes catch fire without the presence of a flame? when oil comes into contact with oxygen, it catches fire t is not possible air moving over oily clothes pro- duces friction and inevitably causes fire oil undergoes oxidation resulting in heat which, if allowed to accumulate, causes the clothes to catch fire 79 / 100 A drop of blood contains about 10,000 cells several million cells about 100,000 cells less than 25,000 cells 80 / 100 A food chain consists of a producer and a consumer consumer only decomposer only producer only 81 / 100 Arrange the following in chronological order: (i) Second Session of Round Table Conference (ii) Gandhi-Irwin Pact (iii) Communal Award (iv) Third session of Round Table Conference (v) Poona Pact Select the correct answer from the codes given below: ii, iii, i, iv and v ii, i, iv, v and iii iii, i, iv, iii and v ii, I, iii, v and iv 82 / 100 A sprayer works on the principle expounded by Archimedes Boyle Newton Pascal 83 / 100 Which is not a correct statement regarding financial emergency? President can reduce the salaries of civil servants and not judges The States may be asked to reserve the money bills for the consideration of the President President can ask States to follow a certain canon of financial propriety President can suspend the normal allocation of revenues 84 / 100 The President's rule can be proclaimed in a State: if the President, on receipt of report from the Governor of the State is satisfied that a situation is likely to arise in which the Government of the State cannot be carried on in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution when the Governor and the Chief Minister of a State differ on many matters if the President, on receipt of a report from the Governor of the State, or otherwise, is satisfied that a situation has arisen in which the Government of the State cannot be carried on in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution when a bill introduced by the State Government in the State Legislature is defeated 85 / 100 Where did the 34th Seng Khihlang Festival recently conclude? Meghalaya Nagaland Mizoram Manipur The 34th Seng Khihlang Festival, a significant event for the Khasi Indigenous Faith, concluded in Wahiajer, Meghalaya. This annual festival celebrates unity and traditions within the indigenous community, with the symbolic exchange of the Monolith representing the enduring spirit of unity among believers. 86 / 100 Proclamation of emergency under Article 352, when Lok Sabha stands dissolved, has to be approved by : Lok Sabha in next session after six months Rajya Sabha and then will continue till the reconstitution of new Lok Sabha which must approve it within 30 days of its first sitting New Lok Sabha within 6 months of its Constitution Rajya Sabha only 87 / 100 Which country is planning to use "Orangutan diplomacy" to address concerns about the environmental impact of palm oil production? Philippines Malaysia Thailand Indonesia The "Orangutan diplomacy" strategy involves Malaysia gifting the endangered great apes to palm oil trading nations, showcasing the nation's commitment to biodiversity conservation. This initiative is similar to China's panda diplomacy and aims to address concerns about palm oil's environmental impact on rainforests in Malaysia and Indonesia. 88 / 100 Silver halides are used in photographic plates because they are readily reduced by light easily soluble in a hypo solution colourless oxidized in air 89 / 100 Which country's Ambassador was awarded the First-Class Medal of Independence by the UAE President? Barbados Vietnam Paraguay France The UAE President conferred the First-Class Medal of Independence on Jose Aguero Avila, the outgoing Ambassador of Paraguay, in recognition of his efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between Paraguay and the UAE. This acknowledgement highlights the commitment of both countries to fostering diplomatic ties and cooperation. 90 / 100 Khilafat Movement resulted in decrease in the differences between Hindus and Muslims Hindu – Muslim riots suppression of Hindus partition of India 91 / 100 Which country is supplying the Igla-S Very Short Range Air Defense (VSHORAD) systems to the Indian Army? USA India Russia China The Igla-S VSHORAD systems are set to be delivered to the Indian Army, showcasing a technology transfer agreement between Indian and Russian defence entities. This underscores Russia's role as the supplier of defence systems, enhancing India's air defence capabilities. 92 / 100 One nanometer is equal to 10^9 m 10^6 m 10^8 m 10^5 m 93 / 100 The scientist who recommended large intake of vitamin C for developing resis- tance against diseases and maintaining health was Linus Pauling Paul Ehrlich Joseph Lister Hargobind Khorana 94 / 100 If a string stretched between two points is plucked at random which frequency is the most dominant? second harmonic third harmonic none of the above fundamental 95 / 100 Blood haemoglobin has high affinity for CO2 CO O2 H 96 / 100 A resolution ratifying the proclamation of National Emergency requires to be passed: by Parliament by each House of Parliament by each House of Parliament in separate sittings with majority of total membership of each House and by majority of not less than 2/3rd of members present and voting by both the Houses of Parliament in a joint sitting 97 / 100 What is the correct sequence of the following events? 1. The lucknow pact 2. The Introduction of Dyarchy 3. The Rowlatt Act 4. The partition of Bengal 4,3,2,1 1,2,3,4 1,3,2,4 4,1,3,2 98 / 100 A rocket works on the principle of conservation of linear momentum energy mass angular momentum 99 / 100 As the train starts moving, a man sitting inside leans backwards because of inertia of rest moment of inertia inertia of motion conservation of mass 100 / 100 In which city was the "ASHVA" range of All-Terrain Vehicles with Military Potential developed? Chennai Bengaluru Delhi Mumbai The "ASHVA" range of All-Terrain Vehicles with Military Potential was developed by All Terrain Private Limited (A-THON) in Bengaluru. These vehicles, designed for military purposes, offer effective transportation capabilities for troops and supplies, targeting challenging environments. The development of such vehicles aligns with addressing the operational needs of the Indian Army and Air Force, reducing dependency on imported ATVs while also having potential applications in the Indian agricultural sector. Your score is 0% Send feedback 123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354555657585960616263646566676869707172737475767778798081828384858687888990919293949596979899100 CDS Weekly / ( Mock Test 1) August 11 S No Topics Questions 1 Ancient lHistory 5 2 Medieval lHistory 5 3 Modern lHistory 5 4 Current Affairs 15 5 Parliament 15 6 Fundamental Duties/DPSP 15 7 Economy 10 8 Chemistry 10 9 Physics 10 10 Biology 10 Total 100 1 / 100 A deflator is a technique of accounting for higher increase of GNP accounting for decline of GNP adjusting for change in commodity adjusting for changes in price level 2 / 100 Heavy Water is called as heavy because it has a heavy (or bad) taste it is an oxide of deuteron it is denser than ordinary water it has a heavier isotope of hydrogen 3 / 100 Which of the following statements are true? A. Aurangzeb was a scholar of Muslim theology and jurisprudence. B. Aurangzeb gave the title of Zarrin- galam to his court poet Mohammad Hussain. C. Aurangzeb was an accomplished Veena player. D. Aurangzeb patronised the art of cal- ligraphy. A and B A, B, and D A, C, and D B and D 4 / 100 Which of the following provisions is contained in the cultural and education rights? Liberty of thought and expression Protection of interests of minorities Making special provision for women and children Freedom of speech and expression 5 / 100 Deficiency of iron in human diet causes anaemia goitre scurvy rickets 6 / 100 Which of the following animals are not represented either in the seals or in the terracottas? Horse Horse Tiger cow 7 / 100 Under Article 87 : 1. The President may address either House of Parliament and require the attendance of members for that purpose. 2. The President shall address both Houses of Parliament assembled together at the commencement of the first session after each general election to the Lok Sabha. 3. Provision is to be made by rules regulating the procedure of either House for allotment of time for discussion of the matters referred to in the President's address. I and III I and II II and III I, II and III 8 / 100 Choose the set of correct chronological order of dynasties. Slave, Khilji, Tughlaq, Lodi Khilji, Lodi, Slave, Tughlaq Lodi, Slave, Tughlaq, Khilji Slave, Tughlaq, Khilji, Lodi, 9 / 100 Disease caused by deficiency of vitamin-C is scurvy beriberi night blindness pellagra 10 / 100 The colour of violet glass is due to the presence of cobalt nickel chromium manganese 11 / 100 The chemical name of laughing gas is nitrous oxide nitric oxide nitric oxide nitrogen peroxide 12 / 100 What happens if a bar magnet is cut into two pieces, transverse to its length? each piece will be a magnet with either north or south poles at each end both pieces will be without magne- tism only one end will show either north pole or south pole. The other end will not show any magnetism. each piece will have either two north poles or two south poles 13 / 100 Article 30 of the Indian Constitution deals with the: Cultural and educational rights of the majority community Right to propagate religion Right of minorities to establish and manage educational institutions Freedom of conscience 14 / 100 What was Salam Bin Razzaq known for in his career? Business entrepreneurship Writer and Translator Scientific research Political activism Salam Bin Razzaq, who passed away at 83, was a renowned Urdu literature , writer and translator. He was known for his short stories in Urdu and Hindi, with notable collections like 'Shikasta Buton Ke Darmiyan.' He received several awards for his contributions to Urdu literature, including the Sahitya Akademi Award and the Ghalib Award. 15 / 100 Which of the following is a chemical change? burning of candle evaporation of water burning of candle glowing of an electric bulb liquefaction of air 16 / 100 Arrange the following in chronological order: (i) Second Session of Round Table Conference (ii) Gandhi-Irwin Pact (iii) Communal Award (iv) Third session of Round Table Conference (v) Poona Pact Select the correct answer from the codes given below: ii, i, iv, v and iii ii, I, iii, v and iv ii, iii, i, iv and v iii, i, iv, iii and v 17 / 100 The X-ray beam coming from an X-ray tube will be having all wavelengths between a mini- mum and a maximum wavelength having all wavelengths larger than a certain minimum wavelength having all wavelengths smaller than a certain maximum wavelength monochromatic 18 / 100 Consider the following statements: 1. A Bill pending in the Legislature of 3 State shall not lapse by reason of the prorogation of the House or Houses thereof. 2. A Bill pending in the Legislative Council of a State which has not been' 'passed by the Legislative Assembly shall not lapse on dissolution of the Assembly. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only Both 1 and 2 2 only Neither 1 nor 2 19 / 100 Wholesale trade in foodgrains was nationalized in the year 1973 1979 1963 1966 20 / 100 Which of the following statements is true? hydrochloric acid is a weak acid water is neither acidic nor basic formic acid is a strong acid chloride ion is a weak base 21 / 100 Article 75 includes among its provisions: 1. Prime Minister is to be appointed by the President. 2. The Council of Ministers shall be collectively responsible the Lok Sabha. 3. The President may appoint a non-member as Prime Minister who must become a member of Parliament before the expiration of six months. 4. The Ministers shall hold office during the pleasure of the Prime Minister. 2 and 3 3 and 4 1 and 4 1 and 2 22 / 100 Which of the statements given below about the Champaran satyagraha is/are correct? 1. It was related to indigo plantations. 2. It started because the European planters oppressed the Zamindars. Select the correct answer using the code given below 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 23 / 100 What is the name of the AI-based tool developed by a woman-led start-up that combines facial recognition with gait analysis for authentication? BioLock SecureAuth Divya Drishti Authentica 'Divya Drishti' is an AI-based tool developed by a woman-led start-up that integrates facial recognition with gait analysis to create a robust authentication system. This innovative approach enhances identification accuracy and reliability, minimizing risks associated with false positives or identity fraud. The tool has versatile applications across sectors such as defence, law enforcement, and corporate environments, developed under the technical guidance of DRDO's Centre for Artificial Intelligence & Robotics (CAIR) in Bengaluru. 24 / 100 Which volcano has recently been producing smoke rings, a rare phenomenon known as volcanic vortex rings? Mount Kilimanjaro Mount Vesuvius Mount Fuji Mount Etna Mount Etna, Europe’s largest and one of the world’s most active and iconic volcanoes, has recently been producing nearly perfect rings of smoke, a rare phenomenon. This unique display has caught the attention of scientists and volcano enthusiasts, contributing to the ongoing research on volcanic behaviour. 25 / 100 Consider the following: A. Battle of Bilgram (Kanauj) B. Battle of Sirhind C. Battle of Dauhrua D. Battle of Chausa Arrange the following battles in chrono- logical order. A, B, C, D D, C, A, B C, D, A, B D, A, B, C 26 / 100 Consider the following: 1. Supreme Court in consultation with the Bar Council of India 2. a citizen is free to approach High Court or Supreme Court as he chooses, whenever his Fundamental Rights are violated. 3. The law declared by the Supreme Court is binding on all courts throughout India. 1 and 2 1 alone 1, 2 and 3 2 and 3 27 / 100 Which of the following Indus sites have shown sufficient evidence of direct trade contacts with Mesopotamia? Select the answer from the codes given below Banawali Harappa Sutkagendor Lothal Mohenjodaro Chanhudaro 28 / 100 Consider the following statements on Financial Bill and say which is/are correct? 1. It is the same as a Money Bill. 2. It can be introduced only in the Lok Sabha. 3. It can be amended in the Rajya Sabha. 4. It cannot be introduced except on the recommendation of the President. II, III and IV I only II and IV III and IV 29 / 100 Agricultural factors influencing the density of population are the all of the above nature of the soil amount of rainfall climatic conditions 30 / 100 An amount given by a government agency or even private body to encourage a particular economic activity is a subsidy loan grant mutual fund 31 / 100 A moving body on earth ordinarily comes to rest by itself because of the gravity conservation of momentum forces of friction law of inertia 32 / 100 Economic development has been retarded mainly due to slow capital accumulation preponderance of small scale industries poor infrastructural facilities all of the above 33 / 100 Devaluation of currency will be more beneficial if prices of exports rise proportionately prices of domestic goods remain constant prices of exports remain constant prices of imports remain constant 34 / 100 With reference to the Constitution of India, consider the following statements: 1. The Council of Ministers of the Union are responsible to both the Houses of Parliament. 2. The President of India cannot appoint anyone as Union Minister not recommended by Prime Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Neither 1 nor 2 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 35 / 100 appears to be the brightest at night? Mars Jupiter Venus Mercury 36 / 100 Which of the following is present in hard water? aluminium calcium sodium chlorine 37 / 100 A major part of a country's output is normally used for investment exports private consumption public consumption 38 / 100 Mercury is commonly used as a thermo- metric fluid rather than water because the density of mercury is more than that of water specific heat of mercury is less than water specific heat of mercury is more than water mercury has greater visibility than water 39 / 100 Two wires A and B, of the same material, have their lengths in the ratio of 1:2 and their diameters in the ratio of 2:1. If they are stretched with the same force, the ratio of the increase in the length of A and that of B will be 1:4 4:1 1:2 1:8 40 / 100 The Central Electrochemical Research Institute is located at Hyderabad Bawanagar Karaikudi Bangalore 41 / 100 Consider the following statements: Mansabdari was a single service combining both civil and military responsibilities. Mansab fixed the status of a mansab- dar in official hierarchy but not his salary. Mansab did not fix the number of armed retainers the mansabdar was supposed to maintain. 42 / 100 The r.m.s speed of molecules of different gases at the same temperature is directly proportional to the molar mass of the gas directly proportional to the square root of the molecular of the gases inversely proportional to the molar mass of the gas inversely proportional to the square root of the molecular mass of the gases 43 / 100 What is 'zero hour'? When a Money Bill is introduced in the Lok Sabha Interval between the morning- and afternoon sessions When the proposals of the opposition are considered When matters of utmost importance are raised 44 / 100 When has the International Day of the Markhor been proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly? May 24 April 15 June 5 July 10 The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed May 24 as the International Day of the Markhor, recognizing the need for the conservation of this iconic species. This day serves to raise awareness about the markhor and its ecological significance, emphasizing the importance of preserving its habitat and fostering sustainable tourism. 45 / 100 A woman receives her X-chromosome from both her mother and father her father only either her mother or her father her mother only 46 / 100 As far as the Armed Forces are concerned, the Fundamental Rights granted under Articles 14 and 19 of Constitution are: Not available at all Available only according to law made by the Parliament Available only at the discretion of the Chief of the Army staff Available to the Armed Forces but not to other forces 47 / 100 An Appropriation Bill: I. is necessary to draw money from the Consolidated Fund of India. II. cannot be amended to vary the amount of any charged expenditure. III. Includes only the expenditure charged on the Consoliated Fund of India. IV. is required to withdraw money from the Contingency Fund of India. I, II, III and IV I and II I and III I, II and III 48 / 100 What has the UN declared 2025 to be? International Year of Space Exploration International Year of Renewable Energy International Year of Quantum Science and Technology International Year of Artificial Intelligence The UN has declared 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology to raise awareness and promote advancements in quantum technologies. This initiative aims to harness quantum science for various sectors including renewable energy, medicine, finance, and communications, highlighting its potential for sustainable development and global innovation. 49 / 100 Which one of the following is a human right as well as a fundamental right under the Constitution of India? Right to Work Right to Education Right to Housing Right to Information 50 / 100 Gross domestic capital formation is defined as production exceeding demand flow of expenditure devoted to increasing or maintaining of the capital stock expenditure incurred on physical assets only net addition to stock after depreciation 51 / 100 Consider the following statements: 1. No Money Bill can be introduced in the Parliament without the recommendation of the President of India. 2. The Prime Minister appoints Finance Commission for distribution of taxes between the Union and the States. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? Neither 1 nor 2 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 52 / 100 Currency notes in India are printed and supplied by the Security Press, Nasik Security Press, Mumbai Reserve Bank of India, New Delhi Security Press, Noida 53 / 100 A shell, initially at rest suddenly explodes into two equal fragments A and B. Which one of the following is observed? A and B move in opposite directions with different speeds A and B move in the same direction with the same speed A and B move in the same direction with different speeds A and B move in opposite directions with the same speed 54 / 100 Density of population and economic prosperity are inversely related to each other proportionately related to each other not related to each other synonymous 55 / 100 Which tribal group from Great Nicobar participated in voting for the first time? Sentinalese Tribes Shompen Tribes Jarwa Tribes Onge Tribes The Shompen Tribes from Great Nicobar Island participated in voting for the first time. As a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG), they reside in dense tropical rainforests and belong to the Mongoloid group. Their participation in the electoral process marks a significant step in their engagement with mainstream society, highlighting efforts towards inclusion and empowerment of tribal communities. 56 / 100 Consider the following statements: 1. The writ of mandamus is available not only against judicial authorities but also against administrative authorities. authorities. 2. The writ of prohibition is issued only against judicial or quasi-judicial Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 only 2 only Neither 1 nor 2 Both 1 and 2 57 / 100 Which organization launched the Solar-Powered Spacecraft mission utilizing solar sail technology? ESA ISRO SpaceX NASA NASA launched the Solar-Powered Spacecraft mission, demonstrating solar sail technology for cost-effective and sustainable space exploration. This innovative mission showcases NASA's commitment to advancing space propulsion methods and exploring new frontiers in space exploration. 58 / 100 A drop of blood contains several million cells about 100,000 cells about 10,000 cells less than 25,000 cells 59 / 100 On what grounds can a person be disqualified as a voter? 1. Unsoundness of mind 2. Corrupt or illegal practice 3. Crime 4. Non-residence I, II and III I, II, III and IV II, III and IV I, III and IV 60 / 100 Which of the following pairs is atom: smallest indivisible part of an element atom: smallest part of a compound atom: indivisible particle molecule: unit of a compound 61 / 100 Which of the following were added to the Directive Principles by amendments to the Constitution? I. To protect and improve the environment and safeguard wild life. II. Right of workers to participate in management of industries. III. Right to work IV. To protect and maintain places of historic interest. II and IV I and II I and III I, III and IV 62 / 100 A unit of energy is the same as that of acceleration work force power 63 / 100 Under the writ of 'Mandamus', the Court can: direct the Government to do or not to do a thing ask to let a person free for a temporary period order to transfer the case from one court ask the person to be produced 64 / 100 Which of the following writs is a bulwark of personal freedom? Habeas Corpus Mandamus Certiorari Quo Warranto 65 / 100 Which of the following was/were not included in the positive programmes of the Non-Cooperation Movement? (i) Establishment of national schools, colleges and private arbitration courts. (ii) Popularization of Swadeshi and revival of khadi. (iii) Development of harmony between Hindus and Christians. (iv) Removal of untouchability for Harijan welfare. (v) Emancipation and upliftment of women. Choose the answer from the codes given below: iii and v only iii only v ii and iv 66 / 100 Edible part of cauliflower is style and stigma mesocarp and pericarp endocarp and mesocarp mesocarp, endocarp 67 / 100 Who recently conquered Mount Everest without supplementary oxygen, becoming only the 2nd Pakistani to achieve this feat? Fatima Begum Hassan Malik Sirbaz Khan Ali Ahmed Sirbaz Khan, a notable Pakistani mountaineer, scaled Mount Everest without supplementary oxygen, marking him as the second Pakistani to achieve this feat. Khan aims to become the first Pakistani to conquer all 14 peaks above 8,000 meters. Starting his mountaineering career in 2016, he has since emerged as a pioneering figure in high-altitude climbing in Pakistan 68 / 100 Which country, along with China, launched a satellite to study Gamma-Ray Bursts? India France Russia Japan France collaborated with China in launching the Space Variable Objects Monitor satellite, aimed at studying gamma-ray bursts. This joint effort follows their previous collaboration on the China-France Oceanography Satellite in 2018, highlighting France's involvement in space exploration initiatives with China. 69 / 100 A bat is an amphibian an avian a mammal a reptile 70 / 100 Thyroid Gland is a ____________ shaped gland in the front of the neck, wrapped around the trachea (windpipe): Triangular Butterfly Crescent Egg 71 / 100 Which organization collaborated with Manav Rachna University to install Delhi NCR's first Global Navigation Satellite System Receiver? ISRO ESA CNSA NASA Manav Rachna University (MRU) partnered with ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) and NARL (National Atmospheric Research Laboratory) to install Delhi NCR's first Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver. This collaboration aims to boost research in atmospheric and space sciences at MRU, providing students from engineering and science departments with practical experience in satellite navigation technology. 72 / 100 The High Court enjoys the power: I. to issue writs for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights. II. to exercise superintendence over the working of courts and tribunals under its jurisdiction. III. to make general rules and prescribe forms regulating the practices and proceeding of courts under its jurisdiction. I and II II and III I, II and III I and III 73 / 100 Arrange the following in chronological order: A. Ranjit Singh assumes the title of Ma- haraja of Lahore B. Ranjit Singh defeats the Afghan forces of Dost Mohammad C. Ranjit Singh annexes Kangra to this empire D. Ranjit Singh signs the treaty of Am- ritsar with British A, B, C, D A, D, C, B A, C, D, B A, D, C, B 74 / 100 "The Parliament of Religious" was held in 1893 in the city of Chicago New York San Francisco London 75 / 100 After approval by' both Houses of Parliament, the proclamation of emergency issued by the President shall be valid: for an indefinite period unless revoked by the subsequent proclamation for an indefinite period if both Houses of Parliament approves the proclamation after every six months for period of six months for further period of two months only 76 / 100 In the 2024 WEF Travel & Tourism Development Index, what position did India achieve? 18th 54th 39th 26th India rose to the 39th position in the 2024 WEF Travel & Tourism Development Index, a significant improvement from its 54th position in 2021. This climb reflects India's resilience and competitiveness in various aspects of its travel and tourism industry, including price competitiveness, robust resources, and sustainability. Category : National 77 / 100 Which country does mountaineer Kami Rita Sherpa belong to? United States India Bhutan Nepal Mountaineer Kami Rita Sherpa, who has climbed Mount Everest a record 29 times, hails from Nepal. His latest ascent adds to his illustrious career, inspiring climbers globally and highlighting Nepal's rich mountaineering heritage. 78 / 100 Bone tools, which are not indigenous to India, are found in large numbers at Select the answer from the codes below: Gufkral Mehrgarh Chirand Burzahom 79 / 100 Which of the following writs implies the command to perform public duty? Mandamus Certiorari Habeas Corpus Quo-Warranto 80 / 100 Where is Mount Etna, the volcano recently producing volcanic vortex rings, located? Turkey Spain Greece Italy Mount Etna is an active stratovolcano located on the east coast of Sicily, Italy. It is Europe's most active volcano and one of the largest globally, with a recorded history of volcanic activity dating back to 1500 B.C. 81 / 100 Which of the following is/are included in the Directive Principles of State Policy? 1. Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour 2. Prohibition of consumption except for medicinal purposes of intoxicating drinks and of other drugs which are injurious to health. Both 1 and 2 1 only Neither 1 nor 2 2 only 82 / 100 An acknowledgement under the seal of the company, of a debt or a loan is a warrant debenture zero coupon bond share 83 / 100 Where did the 34th Seng Khihlang Festival recently conclude? Nagaland Mizoram Meghalaya Manipur The 34th Seng Khihlang Festival, a significant event for the Khasi Indigenous Faith, concluded in Wahiajer, Meghalaya. This annual festival celebrates unity and traditions within the indigenous community, with the symbolic exchange of the Monolith representing the enduring spirit of unity among believers. 84 / 100 Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) is a protein a an enzyme a hormone a molecule with high energy bonds 85 / 100 Consider the following statements: The Regulating Act of 1773 provided 1. that the Court of Directors of the Company, hitherto elected every year, would henceforth be elected for a period of three years. 2. that the number of Directors of the Company was fixed at 24, one fourths retiring every three years. 3. for a judiciary emanating directly from the Crown. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 3 only Both 1 and 3 1 only 2 only 86 / 100 Where does GAIL plan to set up India’s largest Ethane Cracker project? Madhya Pradesh Maharashtra Gujarat Rajasthan GAIL, India's premier natural gas company, is set to establish India’s largest Ethane Cracker Project with a capacity of 1,500 KTA (kilotons per annum) in Madhya Pradesh (MP), specifically in Ashta, Sehore district. This ambitious project, expected to require an investment of approximately Rs 60,000 crore, underscores GAIL's strategic initiative to enhance India's petrochemical capabilities. The Madhya Pradesh state government has allocated around 800 hectares of land for the project, facilitating its development and contributing to the region's industrial growth and employment opportunities. 87 / 100 Blood haemoglobin has high affinity for CO O2 CO2 H 88 / 100 Two equal forces have a resultant equal to either of them. The angle between them is 90° 60° 150° 120° 89 / 100 Which one of the following rights conferred by the Constitution of India is also available to non-citizens? Freedom of speech, assembly and form association Freedom to move, reside and settle in any part of the territory of India Freedom to carry on any occupation, trade or business Equality before law and equal protection of laws 90 / 100 The most common materials used for the Harappan stone sculptures are Choose the correct answer from the codes given below Hard sandstone Steatite White marble Soft limestone 91 / 100 Quick lime can be obtained by none of these adding hydrochloric acid to calcium putting calcium in hot water heating limestone in a lime kiln 92 / 100 Which one of the following states are situated in modern Gujarat? Lothal Bhagatrav Rangpur Banawali Harappa Ropar 93 / 100 Dimension of modulus of elasticity is ML^-1T^2 ML^2T^-2 ML^-1T^-1 M^-1L^-1T^2 94 / 100 Choose the set of correct chronological order of the following events: A. Non – Cooperation Movement B. Lucknw pact C. Montague Reforms D. World War I D, B, C, A C, B, D, A D, A, B, C D, C, B, A 95 / 100 Which of the following items are included in the charged expenditure? 1. Any sums required to satisfy any judgement, decree or award of any court or arbitral tribunals. 2. Debt charges for which the Government of India is liable. 3. The salaries and allowances of certain high officials. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: 1 and 3 only 1, 2 and 3 1 and 2 only 2 and 3 only 96 / 100 Which of the following statements is correct? A member of Parliament has absolute freedom of speech A member of Parliament is protected for any speech he makes in the Parliament No member of Parliament can be proceeded in a court of law for any disclosure he makes in Parliament A member of Parliament is protected for any defamatory speech he makes in the Parliament and then circulates its copies to the public 97 / 100 Wisdom teeth normally grow between the age of 17-25 34-40 10-17 45-55 98 / 100 Right to Constitutional Remedies comes under: Constitutional Rights Fundamental Rights Natural Rights Legal Rights 99 / 100 A beaker is completely filled with water at 4°C, water overflows from beaker when both heated and cooled above and below 4°C, respectively heated above 4°C cooled below 4°C none of the above 100 / 100 The relative density of a liquid is measured by using an instrument called barometer hydrometer galvanometer altimeter Your score is 0% Send feedback
