Basic GK Practice Question and Answer

Q:

How many articles and schedules are there in the constitution finally passed by the Constituent Assembly?

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    378 Articles, 7 Schedules
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    390 Articles, 7 Schedules
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    395 Articles, 8 Schedules
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    398 Articles, 8 Schedules
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Answer : 3. "395 Articles, 8 Schedules"
Explanation :

The original text of the Constitution contained 395 articles in 22 parts and eight schedules. It came into effect on January 26, 1950, the day that India celebrates each year as the Republic Day. The number of articles has since increased to 448 due to 100 amendments.

Q:

To whom does the General Purpose Committee advise?

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    The president
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    The vice-president
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    The speaker
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    The Prime Minister
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Answer : 3. "The speaker"
Explanation :

The functions of the Committee shall be to consider and advise on such matters concerning the affairs of the House as may be referred to it by the Chairman from time to time. The Report of the Committee shall be presented to the Council by the Deputy Chairman or in his absence, by any Member of the Committee.

Q:

Who was the permanent Speaker of the Constituent Assembly?

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    Mahatma Gandhi
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    Jawaharlal Nehru
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    Bhimrao Ambedkar
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    Dr. Rajendra Prasad
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Answer : 4. "Dr. Rajendra Prasad"
Explanation :

Rajendra Prasad was elected as the permanent chairman of the Constituent Assembly of Independent India.

Q:

The list of Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution was added as part of which of the following?

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    2
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    3
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    4
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    5
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Answer : 3. "4"
Explanation :

The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added 10 Fundamental Duties to the Indian Constitution.

Q:

Muhammad Ghori belonged to which dynasty?

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    Shansabani
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    Slaves
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    Yamini
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    Khalji
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Answer : 1. "Shansabani"
Explanation :

The Ghori dynasty or Ghori Silsila, who called themselves the Shansabani dynasty, was a medieval dynasty that ruled Iran, Afghanistan, northwestern India (up to Delhi), Khorasan, and parts of the Xinjiang region of modern western China during the period 1148–1215 AD. Ruled. This dynasty arose after the fall of the Ghaznavi dynasty. This dynasty was centered in the Ghor province of Afghanistan and historians believe that its royal family was of Tajik origin.

Q:

With whom is the Golden Temple related?

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    Buddhism
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    Sikhism
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    Hinduism
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    none of these
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Answer : 2. "Sikhism"
Explanation :

1. Golden Temple is located in Punjab.

2. The Golden Temple was established by the fourth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Ram Das in 1577 AD.

3. It was built on a plot of land where three different rivers met, which is why the names of the holy rivers are part of the name Amritsar.

4. Buildings have been added to over the years and now cover an area of 28 acres.

5. Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple, is built in the form of a pool (sarovar), with the Guru Granth Sahib seated on a raised platform or throne.

6. Sarovar represents the body of the Supreme Creator Lord, who is situated at the origin of all existence.

7. It is said that Guru Gobind Ji created "Khalsa Panth".

8. Guru Nanak had predicted that the day would come when his people would be tested by their faith in God.

Q:

When was Arya Samaj established?

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    1875
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    1897
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    1902
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    1913
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Answer : 1. "1875"
Explanation :

1. Arya Samaj is a monotheistic Hindu reform movement in India that promotes principles and practices based on belief in the infallible authority of the Vedas.

2. Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati founded the society on April 10, 1875.

3. Arya Samaj follows the belief that there is only one God and his idol worship is not appropriate.

4. Arya Samaj was the first Hindu organization to promote proselytism.

Q:

Who among the following was the founder of Arya Samaj?

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    Swami Dayanand Saraswati
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    Swami Vivekananda
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    Raja Rammohun Roy
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    Ramakrishna Paramhansa
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Answer : 1. "Swami Dayanand Saraswati"
Explanation :

1. Arya Samaj is a monotheistic Hindu reform movement in India that promotes principles and practices based on belief in the infallible authority of the Vedas.

2. Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati founded the society on April 10, 1875.

3. Arya Samaj follows the belief that there is only one God and his idol worship is not appropriate.

4. Arya Samaj was the first Hindu organization to promote proselytism.

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