GK Quiz for Competitive Exams
Dadabhai Naoroji was a great publicist. Which of the following is a correct explanation of the term ‘publicist’?
(A) Someone who writes in daily newspapers.
(B) Someone who publicises ideas through various means.
(C) Someone who is very popular in his circle.
(D) Someone who holds a public post.
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
A 'publicist' is someone who publicises an idea through various means like by circulating information, writing reports, speaking at meetings etc. Dadabhai Naoroji was a businessman and a great publicist settled in London.
MCF, is the heart of all spacecraft operations in India. Where is the headquarters of
(A) Hyderabad – Andhra Pradesh
(B) Thumba – Kerala
(C) Sriharikota – Andhra Pradesh
(D) Hassan – Karnataka
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
The Master Control Facility (MCF) is a facility set up by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in the city of Hassan in the Indian state of Karnataka. Established in 1982, this facility is responsible for monitoring and controlling geostationary and geosynchronous satellites launched by ISRO.
Who among the following in a state is appointed by the Central Government?
(A) Central Government
(B) Member of Legislative Council
(C) Governor
(D) Chief Minister
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
Appointment of Governor: The Governor of a State shall be appointed by the President by warrant under his hand and seal. Article 156. Term of office of Governor : (1) The Governor shall hold office during the pleasure of the President.
The first Indian to swim across the English Channel is?
(A) Aarti Gupta
(B) Mihir Sen
(C) Phu Dorjee
(D) Ashwin Krishnasamy
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
Mihir Sen was the first Indian swimmer to swim the English Channel. He is the only man to swim the oceans of five continents in 1958. He was awarded Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan.
Who among the following has been reappointed as the Chairman of Tata Sons for a period of five years?
(A) N Chandrasekaran
(B) Rajesh Gopinathan
(C) Cyrus Mistry
(D) Ratan Tata
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
N Chandrasekaran has been reappointed as chairman of Tata Sons for a second term of five years, having the support and approval of the board of Tata Trusts and its chairman Ratan Tata.
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