Daily General Knowledge Quiz
When was the panchayati raj system introduced in India?
(A) AD 1950
(B) AD 1962
(C) AD 1945
(D) AD 1947
Correct Answer : B
The playing time (in seconds) of the full version of Indian National Anthem is
(A) 60
(B) 52
(C) 55
(D) 57
Correct Answer : B
Red Data Book contains
(A) Red pandas
(B) Rare plants and animals under threat
(C) Rare minerals
(D) Vanishing rivers
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
The "Red Data Book" is a list of rare plants, animals, fungi and other organisms that are considered to be at maximum risk of extinction. It contains information on the status, distribution, and conservation of these species. Through the Red Data book, the conservation needs of these organisms are understood and necessary steps are planned for their protection.
The largest producer of Bauxite in the world is
(A) U.S.A
(B) Jamaica
(C) Chile
(D) Australia
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
In January 2022, Australia is the largest producer of bauxite in the world. Bauxite is the primary ore from which aluminum is extracted, and Australia has extensive bauxite deposits. However, production figures can change over time, so it's advisable to check the latest data for the most accurate information.
SEBI was set up in
(A) 1992
(B) 1980
(C) 1984
(D) 1988
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) was established on April 12, 1988. It comes under the administrative purview of the Ministry of Finance, Government of India
The Lakshadweep island are situated in
(A) Indian ocean
(B) Bay of bengal
(C) Arabian sea
(D) None of these
Correct Answer : C
The Nobel prize for economics was instituted in 1967, but was first awarded in
(A) 1969
(B) 1967
(C) 1988
(D) 1970
Correct Answer : A
Full form of MCA is
(A) Ministry of company affairs
(B) Master of computer application
(C) Master of commerce and arts
(D) Member chartered accountant
Correct Answer : B
National Science day in India is celebrated on
(A) 30th April
(B) 14 February
(C) 28th February
(D) 23th March
Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
National Science Day in India is celebrated on February 28th every year. This day commemorates the discovery of the Raman Effect by the Indian physicist Sir C.V. Raman on February 28, 1928, for which he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930. National Science Day is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Indian scientists and to promote scientific temper and curiosity in the country.
Where is located Indian Railway Institute of Civil Engineering?
(A) Vadodara
(B) Jamalpur
(C) Nasik
(D) Pune
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
the Indian Railway Institute of Civil Engineering (IRICEN) is located in Pune, Maharashtra, India. IRICEN is one of the specialized training institutes for civil engineers working in the Indian Railways. It provides training in various aspects related to civil engineering in the context of railway infrastructure and operations.