Indian General Knowledge Quiz
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
When was the panchayati raj system introduced in India?
(A) AD 1950
(B) AD 1962
(C) AD 1945
(D) AD 1947
Correct Answer : B
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
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
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.
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.