General Knowledge Practice Question and Answer

Q:

Which of the following is declared as world heritage site by UNESCO in 2018?

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    Rani ki vav
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    The Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai
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    Historic city of Ahmedabad
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    The Architectural Works of Le Corbusier
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Answer : 2. "The Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai"
Explanation :

1. Mumbai's Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensemble has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2018.

2. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN). UNESCO is headquartered in Paris, France.

3. There are 38 World Heritage Sites in India.

Q:

When is the state with the highest sex ratio in India?

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    Nilgiris
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    Haryana
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    Mizoram
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    Rajasthan
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Answer : 2. "Haryana"
Explanation :

As per the Census of India 2011, Haryana had the lowest sex ratio among all the Indian states. The sex ratio is defined as the number of females per 1,000 males. Haryana's sex ratio was reported to be lower than the national average at that time. Efforts have been made to address gender imbalances and improve the sex ratio in various regions of the country through awareness campaigns and policy measures.


Q:

The number of females per 1000 males in the population is called the ___________.

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    birth rate
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    sex ratio
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    death rate
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    literacy rate
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Answer : 2. "sex ratio"
Explanation :

1. The number of females per 1000 males in the population is called sex ratio.

2. According to the 2011 census, the sex ratio of India is 943. That means there are 943 women for every 1000 men.

Q:

What is the sex ratio (Approx) of India as per Census 2011?

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    940 females per 1000 males
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    740 females per 1000 males
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    640 females per 1000 males
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    840 females per 1000 males
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Answer : 1. "940 females per 1000 males "

Q:

Who presides over the joint sitting of Parliament?

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    Prime Minister
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    President
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    Speaker of Lok Sabha
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    Chief Minister
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Answer : 3. "Speaker of Lok Sabha"
Explanation :

The Speaker of the Lok Sabha presides over the joint sitting of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. The Deputy Speaker of the Lok Sabha presides in his absence.

Q:

Which kings built the temple city of Osian near Jodhpur?

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    Chalukya
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    Parmar
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    Sisodia
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    Pratihara
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Answer : 4. "Pratihara"
Explanation :

1. The temple of Osiya near Jodhpur was built by the Pratiharas.

2. The temples of Ossia are divided into two groups – eastern and western.

3. Among the eastern group, the most impressive are the three Hari-Hara temples built in the Maha-Maru style of architecture.

Q:

Which of the following rivers is perennial in Rajasthan?

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    Kantli
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    Banganga
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    Ghaggar
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    Chambal
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Answer : 4. "Chambal"
Explanation :

1. Chambal River is a major river flowing in Central India. This river mainly flows in Madhya Pradesh, but some of it also flows in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. Chambal River is a tributary of the Yamuna River.

2. Chambal River originates from Janapav mountain in the Gwalior district of Madhya Pradesh. This river flows northwards and passes through the Chittorgarh, Dholpur and Sawai Madhopur districts of Rajasthan. After this, the river flows through the Dhar, Ujjain, Ratlam, Mandsaur, Bhind and Morena districts of Madhya Pradesh. Finally, this river joins the Yamuna River in the Etawah district of Uttar Pradesh.

3. The length of the Chambal River is approximately 960 kilometers. This river is the biggest tributary of the Yamuna River. The catchment area of the Chambal River is approximately 72,000 square kilometres.

4. Chambal river water is used for irrigation, hydropower generation and water transportation. Four major dams have been built on the Chambal River, including Gandhi Sagar Dam (Madhya Pradesh), Rana Pratap Sagar Dam, Jawahar Sagar Dam and Kota Barrage (Rajasthan). These dams provide water for irrigation and also generate hydroelectricity.

Q:

What is the perennial river of Rajasthan?

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    Banas, Chambal
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    Chambal, Banganga
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    Chambal
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    Chambal, Kali Sindh
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Answer : 3. "Chambal"
Explanation :

1. Chambal River is a major river flowing in Central India. This river mainly flows in Madhya Pradesh, but some of it also flows in Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. Chambal River is a tributary of the Yamuna River.

2. Chambal River originates from Janapav mountain in the Gwalior district of Madhya Pradesh. This river flows northwards and passes through the Chittorgarh, Dholpur and Sawai Madhopur districts of Rajasthan. After this, the river flows through the Dhar, Ujjain, Ratlam, Mandsaur, Bhind and Morena districts of Madhya Pradesh. Finally, this river joins the Yamuna River in the Etawah district of Uttar Pradesh.

3. The length of the Chambal River is approximately 960 kilometers. This river is the biggest tributary of the Yamuna River. The catchment area of the Chambal River is approximately 72,000 square kilometres.

4. Chambal river water is used for irrigation, hydropower generation and water transportation. Four major dams have been built on the Chambal River, including Gandhi Sagar Dam (Madhya Pradesh), Rana Pratap Sagar Dam, Jawahar Sagar Dam and Kota Barrage (Rajasthan). These dams provide water for irrigation and also generate hydroelectricity.

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