11. Which technology is utilized for the production of sexed semen?
[A] Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
[B] Flow Cytometry
[C] Ultrasonography
[D] Electrophoresis
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Correct Answer: B [Flow Cytometry]
Notes:
Sexed semen is a specialized form of semen that contains sperm with either X or Y chromosomes, allowing for the selective breeding of male or female offspring. Flow cytometry is the key technology used to separate these sperm types based on their DNA content. This method enhances breeding efficiency in livestock, particularly in dairy and beef cattle, where sexed semen can significantly impact herd management and profitability.
12. What does the acronym “Samridi” represent in the context of the Samridhi agricultural policy?
[A] Science and Technology, Adaptation to Climate Change, Markets, Resources, Infrastructure, Diversification, Institutions
[B] Sustainability, Agriculture, Management, Research, Innovation, Development, Investment
[C] Soil, Agriculture, Management, Resources, Infrastructure, Diversification, Income
[D] Science, Agriculture, Markets, Resources, Infrastructure, Development, Income
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Correct Answer: A [Science and Technology, Adaptation to Climate Change, Markets, Resources, Infrastructure, Diversification, Institutions]
Notes:
The acronym “Samridi” stands for Science and Technology, Adaptation to Climate Change, Markets, Resources, Infrastructure, Diversification, and Institutions. This policy aims to enhance farmer income and agricultural growth while ensuring comprehensive coverage of government schemes. It encompasses not only traditional crops but also livestock and fisheries, reflecting a holistic approach to agricultural development in India.
13. Which of the following part of the Constitution of India contains the Fundamental Duties?
[A] Part III
[B] Part IV
[C] Part V
[D] Part IV A
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Correct Answer: D [Part IV A]
Notes:
Part IVA to the Constitution of India is a new part that consists of only one Article, that is, Article 51A which for the first time specified a code of ten fundamental duties of the citizens.
14. Who among the following proposed the Theory of Relativity?
[A] Issac Newton
[B] Georges Lemaitre
[C] Albert Einstein
[D] Fred Hoyle
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Correct Answer: C [Albert Einstein]
Notes:
Theory of relativity is proposed by Alber Einstein. General relativity is the geometric theory of gravitation published in 1915. Fact: Albert Einstein was awarded Nobel prize for his work on photo electricity and not for theory of relativity.
15. Where is the headquarters of SEBI located at?
[A] Bangalore
[B] Mumbai
[C] Delhi
[D] Hyderabad
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Correct Answer: B [Mumbai]
Notes:
The Securities and Exchange Board of India is the regulator of the securities and commodity market in India owned by the Government of India. It was established in 1988 and given Statutory Powers on 30 January 1992 through the SEBI Act, 1992. Its headquarters is located at Mumbai.
16. Which of the following Pala ruler founded the Vikramshila monastery?
[A] Devapala
[B] Gopala
[C] Ramapala
[D] Dharmapala
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Correct Answer: D [Dharmapala]
Notes:
The second Pala ruler Dharmapala founded the Vikramshila monastery near Bhagalpur in the state of Bihar, and like Nalanda university, the monastery also attracted students from all parts of India and from Tibet.
17. ‘Paraiyar’ referred to which of the following in the Chola empire?
[A] Brahmins
[B] Vaishyas
[C] Kshtriyas
[D] Untouchables
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Correct Answer: D [Untouchables]
Notes:
The society during the Chola empire was still divided on caste lines and the status of the Paraiyar who were the untouchables, continued to be pathetic. During this period there was a significant shift of royal patronage from gifts to Brahmanas to gifts to temples.
18. With which of the following movement, The statement, “On bended knees, I asked for bread and received stone instead”, is associated?
[A] Khilafat Movement
[B] Non-cooperation Movement
[C] Dandi March
[D] Quit India Movement
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Correct Answer: C [Dandi March]
Notes:
The Salt March, also known as the Salt Satyagraha, Dandi March was an act of non-violent civil disobedience in colonial India led by Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. The statement, “On bended knees I asked for bread and received stone instead”, is associated with Dandi March.
19. Dadabhai Naoroji co-signed a letter with which of the following to request support for a new association ‘The Society for the Furtherance of Human Brotherhood’?
[A] Pandit Sohan Lal Pathak
[B] Ashutosh Mukherjee
[C] Alfred Webb
[D] Romesh Chunder Dutt
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Correct Answer: C [Alfred Webb]
Notes:
Alfred Webb was an Irish Parliamentary Party politician and MP. Dadabhai Naoroji co-signed a letter with Alfred Webb and others to request support for a new association: ‘The Society for the Furtherance of Human Brotherhood’.
20. Charles Bridge is located in which country?
[A] United Kingdom
[B] Czech Republic
[C] Germany
[D] Austria
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Correct Answer: B [Czech Republic]
Notes:
The famous landmark Charles Bridge is located in the Czech Republic. It is a pedestrian-stone bridge, made of Bohemian sandstone constructed from 1357 to 1402 designed by Peter Parler, which crosses the Vltava (Moldau) River in Prague, the Czech Republic. Until 1841, Charles Bridge was the most important connection as a trade route between Eastern and Western Europe and between Prague Castle and the city’s Old Town and adjacent areas.
