Today’s GK Questions (Static GK/GS) – October 29, 2019
First Published: October 29, 2019 | Last Updated:October 29, 2019
Here are 10 GK questions for today, October 29, 2019 for various competitive exams in India.
1. Which among the following is considered to be the oldest Veda?
[A] Sam Veda
[B] Yajur Veda
[C] Rig Veda
[D] Atharva Veda
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Correct Answer: C [ Rig Veda ]
Notes:
There are four Vedas composed by Aryans – Rig Veda, Sam Veda, Yajur Veda and Atharva Veda. Of the four Vedas, the Rig veda (collection of lyrics) is the oldest text in the world and is also known as the first testament of mankind. It contains 1028 hymns, divided into 10 mandals.
2. The Indravati National Park (INP) is located in which state?
[A] Chhattisgarh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Punjab
[D] Assam
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Correct Answer: A [Chhattisgarh ]
Notes:
The Indravati National Park (INP) is located in Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh and covers an area of approximately 2799.08 km2. It is home to one of the last populations of rare wild buffalo. The flora in the Indravati National Park is mainly comprises tropical moist and dry deciduous type with predominance of the sal, teak and bamboo trees. It is also home to tigers, leopards, Indian bison, nilgai, blackbuck, chausingha , sambar, chital, Indian muntjac, Indian spotted chevrotain, etc.
3. What is the name of Indian’s first satellite launch vehicle?
[A] SLV-1
[B] SLV-2
[C] SLV-3
[D] PSLV-1
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Correct Answer: C [SLV-3]
Notes:
India’s first satellite launch vehicle: SLV-3
The first attempt to launch SLV-3 was in 1979 carrying 35 Kg Rohini satellite but it was failed. However, in the second flight of SLV3 during 1980, the Rohini satellite was placed in the orbit.
4. Which among the following is the first man made fibre (silk)?
[A] Viscose
[B] Reyon
[C] Nylon
[D] Tericot
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Correct Answer: A [Viscose]
5. The writ of “Habeas Corpus” can be issued in which of the following events ?
[A] to seek relief from the unlawful detention of him or herself
[B] to seek refund of excess taxes
[C] to seek relief from the violation of freedom to speak
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [to seek relief from the unlawful detention of him or herself]
Notes:Habeas Corpus literally means ‘to have the body of’. Via this writ, the court can cause any person who has been detained or imprisoned to be physically brought before the court. The court then examines the reason of his detention and if there is no legal justification of his detention, he can be set free. Such a writ can be issued in following example cases:
- When the person is detained and not produced before the magistrate within 24 hours
- When the person is arrested without any violation of a law.
- When a person is arrested under a law which is unconstitutional
- When detention is done to harm the person or is malafide.
Thus, Habeas corpus writ is called bulwark of individual liberty against arbitrary detention. A general rule of filing the petition is that a person whose right has been infringed must file a petition. But Habeas corpus is an exception and anybody on behalf of the detainee can file a petition. Habeas corpus writ is applicable to preventive detention also. This writ can be issued against both public authorities as well as individuals.
6. Which among the following is one among the five indicators used by the United Nations Development Programme in its annual Human Development Report for Gender related standard of living?
[A] Gender Development Index
[B] Gender Empowerment Index
[C] Gender Empowerment Measure
[D] Gender Parity Index
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Correct Answer: A [Gender Development Index]
7. Which of the following is / are unconventional sources of natural gas?
- Shale Gas
- Coal bed methane
- Tight Sand stones
- Methane Hydrates
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] 1
[B] 1 & 2
[C] 1, 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 , 3 & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 , 3 & 4]
Notes:
All of the above are considered to be unconventional sources of natural gas.
8. What is the process known as when substance converts from the solid to the vapour state directly?
[A] Vaporisation
[B] Sublimation
[C] Regelation
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: B [Sublimation]
Notes:
The change from solid state to vapour state without passing through the liquid state is called sublimation. Example: Dry ice (solid CO2).
9. Which of the following annual fairs of Rajasthan is famous for its camel trading event?
[A] Pushkar Mela
[B] Kumbha Mela
[C] Sonepur Mela
[D] Suraj Kund Mela
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Correct Answer: A [Pushkar Mela]
Notes:
The Pushkar Fair, also called the Pushkar Camel Fair or locally as Kartik Mela or Pushkar ka Mela is an annual multi-day livestock fair and cultural fete held in the town of Pushkar. It is famous for its camel trading event.
10. The second Battle of Tarain was fought between which of the following?
[A] Mohammed Ghori and Prithviraj Chauhan
[B] Akbar and Hemu
[C] Jai Chand and Mohammed Ghori
[D] Alexander and Porus
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Correct Answer: A [Mohammed Ghori and Prithviraj Chauhan]
Notes:
Second Battle of Tarain. The Second Battle of Tarian (Taraori) was again fought between Ghurid army of Mohammed Ghori and Rajput army of Prithviraj Chauhan. The battle took place in 1192 A.D near Tarain. In this battle, Prithviraj Chauhan was defeated by Mohammed Ghori.
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