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1. What does Epigraphy refer to? The study of inscriptions A graphical map The detection of epics The study of epics Show Answer Answer: A) The study of inscriptions 2. The Rigveda can be best described as a: Collection of hymns Collection of stories Collection of words Text of war Show Answer Answer: A) Collection of hymns 3. In which ancient text is the name ‘Bharatvarsha’ mentioned? Ashtadhyayi Arthashastra Aryabhatiya Acharanga Sutra Show Answer Answer: A) Ashtadhyayi 4. Which Veda is considered the oldest? Yajurveda Rigveda Samaveda Atharvaveda Show Answer Answer: B) Rigveda 5. The term ‘Aryavarta’ for India is…
1. What is the common name for ‘Canis lupus’? Cow Goat Gray wolf Hen Show Answer Answer: C) Gray wolf Explanation: ‘Canis lupus’ refers to the gray wolf, also known as the timber or tundra wolf. Other scientific names include Bos taurus for cows, Capra aegagrus hircus for goats, and Gallus domesticus for hens. 2. Which animal is identified as ‘Capra aegagrus hircus’? Cow Goat Hen Dog Show Answer Answer: B) Goat Explanation: Domestic goats are scientifically named Capra aegagrus hircus and are domesticated descendants of the wild goat found in regions of Southwest Asia and Eastern Europe. 3. The…
1. Unanimously (adverb) 2. Cognisance (noun) 3. Suo motu (adverb) 4. Subsidence (noun) 5. Gruesome (adjective) 6. Traumatised (adjective) 7. Hiccup (noun) 8. Meritorious (adjective) 9. Bulldoze (verb) 10. Encroach (verb) 11. Intact (adjective) 12. Strengthen (verb) 13. Haste (noun) 14. Rationale (noun) 15. Ample (adjective) 16. Outlay (noun) 17. Holistic (adjective) 18. Substantial (adjective) 19. Anonymity (noun) 20. Uplift (verb)
1. The Asian Games, also known as Asiad, are organized every __________ years for athletes across Asia. six four five three Show Answer Answer: B) four Explanation: Held every four years, the Asian Games (Asiad) is a multi-sport event featuring athletes from across Asia. Initially overseen by the Asian Games Federation (AGF) until 1978, the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) took over its organization starting in 1982. The Games are internationally recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) as the second-largest multi-sport event after the Olympics. 2. The term ‘Putt’ is associated with which sport? Cricket Table Tennis Golf Football…
1. ________ dance, performed by Buddhists to ward off evil spirits, is a dance form of Himachal Pradesh. Chham Natya Dham Gogra Show Answer Answer: A) Chham Explanation: Chham dance, performed by Buddhists to ward off evil spirits, is a dance form of Himachal Pradesh. The ritual is performed for the greater good of humanity, destruction of bad spirits, and for moral instruction to viewers. 2. _______ is a group folk dance of Sikkim performed in honour of Mount Khangchendzonga, the guardian deity of the Sikkimese people. Zo-Mal-Lok Tendong Lo Rum Faat Chu-Faat Kinchum-Chu-Bomsa Show Answer Answer: C) Chu-Faat Explanation:…
1. Sought-after (Adjective) 2. Decisive (Adjective) 3. Collective (Adjective) 4. Toxic (Adjective) 5. Escalation (Noun) 6. Facilitate (Verb) 7. Hazardous (Adjective) 8. Abetment (Noun) 9. Conspiracy (Noun) 10. Intensification (Noun) 11. Employability (Noun) 12. Crisis (Noun) 13. Corruption (Noun) 14. Entrepreneurship (Noun) 15. Deterioration (Noun) 16. Inculcate (Verb) 17. Prototyping (Noun) 18. Sustainability (Noun) 19. Collaboration (Noun) 20. Legislation (Noun)
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1. Which country recently launched a new satellite for Earth observation? India USA China Russia Show Answer Answer: C) China Explanation: China successfully launched a new Earth observation satellite, enhancing its capabilities in monitoring environmental changes and natural disasters. 2. What is the primary focus of the recent G20 summit held in India? Climate Change Global Health Economic Recovery All of the above Show Answer Answer: D) All of the above Explanation: The G20 summit addressed multiple pressing issues, including climate change, global health, and economic recovery post-pandemic, reflecting a comprehensive approach to global challenges. 3. Which Indian state recently…
1. Inundate (Verb) 2. Contingent (Adjective) 3. Perpetuate (Verb) 4. Mitigate (Verb) 5. Recapitulate (Verb) 6. Amicable (Adjective) 7. Elicit (Verb) 8. Juxtapose (Verb) 9. Exacerbate (Verb) 10. Alleviate (Verb) 11. Ambiguous (Adjective) 12. Conundrum (Noun) 13. Dichotomy (Noun) 14. Abridge (Verb) 15. Cognizant (Adjective) 16. Disparity (Noun) 17. Ephemeral (Adjective) 18. Fractious (Adjective) 19. Gregarious (Adjective) 20. Hegemony (Noun)
1. Who has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of France? Gabriel Attal Michel Barnier Jean-Luc Mélenchon Emmanuel Macron Show Answer Answer: B) Michel Barnier Explanation: Michel Barnier was appointed by President Emmanuel Macron following a political deadlock in France. 2. What was the primary reason for the decline in passenger vehicle sales in India in August 2024? Increase in fuel prices Poor consumer sentiment and heavy rains Launch of new models Government regulations Show Answer Answer: B) Poor consumer sentiment and heavy rains Explanation: The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations reported a 5% decline in sales due to…