Page-20 of GKToday Archives: September, 2016

IAS General Studies Prelims Question No. 14

The weather hardly changes from one day to the next. Morning is clear. Then, the Sun starts heating up the ground and warm, humid air starts to rise. In the afternoon clouds get blacker and there are convectional rains for ..

IAS General Studies Prelims Question No. 12

Here we find hot dry summers and warm wet winters. There are no rains in summer except occasional thunderstorms. Almost all rains are in winter. The vegetation in this climate is characterized by shrubs and small deciduous trees like the ..

Ecological Succession: Example Sequences

Here are some simplified representations of the typical ecological succession in a various ecosystems. However, it’s important to note that ecological successions are usually complex and don’t always follow a linear path. These examples are for understanding concepts only. Six ..

IAS General Studies Prelims Question No. 10

Triticale is the world’s first man made crop developed by crossing ____? [A] Wheat and Rice[B] Wheat and Rye[C] Rice and Rye[D] Rice and Sorghum[toggles][toggle title=”Answer”] [B] Wheat and RyeTriticale is a man-made crop developed by crossing wheat (Triticum turgidum ..

Electoral Systems in Comparative Political Analysis

Electoral systems are methods used to calculate votes for electing representatives. They dictate how votes are cast, counted, and translated into political power. The choice of an electoral system impacts governance and political representation. Types of Electoral Systems Electoral systems ..

Indian Political Thought – Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was a very important figure in Indian history, renowned for his contributions to social reform, political theory, and economic thought. His legacy as a champion of the rights of the oppressed, particularly the Dalits, has left an ..

IAS General Studies Prelims Question No. 7

Consider the following statements about Panchayatan style of temples in India: It is an east-west direction construction Kandariya mahadev temple of khajurao is an example of Panchayatan style. Which of the above statements is/ are correct?   [A] 1 Only[B] ..

IAS General Studies Prelims Question No. 6

Consider the following Jurisdictions and Powers: Writ Jurisdiction Original Jurisdiction Appellate Jurisdiction Power of judicial review Advisory Jurisdiction   Which of the above is/are enjoyed by High Courts in India?   [A] 1 and 2 Only[B] 1,2 and 3 Only[C] ..

Asia Pacific Trade Agreement

In June 2016, it was reported that the Government of India is keen on expanding its trade ties with neighbours via exchange of tariff concessions under the Asia Pacific Trade Agreement (APTA), a less known but very old trade agreement. ..

GK & Current Affairs – September 23, 2016

1. Who of the following Indians have been selected for the 2016 Clark R. Bavin Wildlife Law Enforcement Awards? [A]Madhav Jain and Murli Karthik [B]Prakash Sarja and Vijay Kumar [C]M Balasubramany and Nagesh Sarkar [D]Sanjay Dutta and Ritesh Sarothiya [toggles][toggle ..