General Studies Questions [Mix & Previous Years MCQs]

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Aspirin, also known as acetylsalicylic acid, is a salicylate drug, often used as an analgesic to relieve minor aches and pains as an antipyretic to reduce fever and an anti-inflammatory medication. Aspirin also has an anti-platelet, or anti-clotting, effect and is used in long-term , low does to prevent heart attacks, strokes and blood clot formation in people.

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On July 24, 1991, Government of India announced its new industrial policy with an aim to correct the distortion and weakness of the Industrial Structure of the country that had developed in 4 decades; raise industrial efficiency to the international level; and accelerate industrial growth.

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Myoglobin is distantly related to hemoglobin. It is a small protein found in heart and skeletal muscles that binds oxygen. It stores the oxygen in muscle till it is needed for energy production.

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The correct answer is “President on the basis of resolution by Parliament.” In India, a High Court judge can be removed through a process outlined in Article 217 of the Constitution, which requires a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament. This process is known as impeachment and is similar to the removal of a Supreme Court judge. The President acts on the advice of Parliament in this matter.

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The correct answer is “Oil Refineries.” In India, the public sector owns a important portion of oil refineries, with major companies like Indian Oil Corporation and Bharat Petroleum being state-owned. As of 2021, public sector undertakings controlled about 60% of the country’s refining capacity. In contrast, the textile and software industries have a higher presence of private enterprises, while sugar mills have a mix of ownership but are predominantly private.

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The Government of Karnataka presents the Basava Sri award, recognized as one of its highest civilian honors. This award honors individuals who have made remarkable contributions to society and have upheld the values propagated by the 12th-century philosopher, Basavanna. His teachings, especially those emphasizing social equality and inclusivity, play an integral role in shaping modern Karnataka’s social fabric.

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The National Action Plan on Climate change was launched in the year 2008. Its objective was to promote development while also yielding co-benefits for addressing climate change.

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The tomb of Humayun was situated at Delhi on the bank of river Yamuna near the shrine of the Nizamuddin Auliya Chisti, a sufi saint. He died after a sudden fall from the stairs of his library in his fort at Delhi in 1556 AD.

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Satavahans made the first / earliest land grants to Brahmins in the Indian History.

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Forests cover 31 percent of the world’s total land area. The countries with the most forests are the Russian Federation, Brazil, Canada and the United States of America.