Top 100 Common GK Questions and Answers
In which of the following hymns of Rigveda we find the earliest mention of Chaturvarna system?
(A) Keshin Sukta
(B) Nardiya Sukta
(C) Purusha Sukta
(D) Pururava-Urvashi Dialogue Sukta
Correct Answer : C
In which year was the first general election of independent India held?
(A) 1947-48
(B) 1948-49
(C) 1950-51
(D) 1951-52
Correct Answer : D
Article 370 of the Indian Constitution is related to?
(A) Emergency powers of the President
(B) specific provisions for minorities
(C) the special situation of Jammu and Kashmir
(D) through amendment process
Correct Answer : C
Under Article 213, the Governor of the State has power?
(A) to exercise discretion
(B) Legislature to promulgate ordinances during rest
(C) Appointment of the Judge of the State High Court
(D) to exercise his emergency powers
Correct Answer : D
How many fundamental rights have been provided by the Indian Constitution to the Indian citizens?
(A) 2
(B) 4
(C) 6
(D) 8
Correct Answer : C
The central bank of our country is-
(A) State Bank of India
(B) Reserve Bank of India
(C) Central bank of India
(D) Bank of Baroda
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
1. The central bank of our country is the Reserve Bank of India.
2. It is the supreme bank of India and determines the monetary policy of the country.
3. RBI was established on April 1, 1935 under the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934.
The word 'Assurance' is used in—
(A) Life insurance
(B) Fire insurance
(C) Marine insurance
(D) Medical insurance
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
The term assurance is used in the insurance industry, that too in the context of life and term insurance policies. In a life insurance policy, the policyholder is assured that he will receive compensation in case of a certain event such as death or disability.
The name of the 'lander' of Chandrayaan-2 is
(A) Vikram
(B) Vijay
(C) Param
(D) Pragyan
Correct Answer : A
On which date the World Polio Day is observed?
(A) 21th October
(B) 29th October
(C) 24th October
(D) 26th October
Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
World Polio Day is observed annually on October 24th. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of polio vaccination and efforts to eradicate polio worldwide. It is an opportunity to celebrate the progress made in the fight against polio and to renew commitments to end this crippling disease.
In which city was the second metro started in India?
(A) Bhopal
(B) Delhi
(C) Mumbai
(D) Kolkata
Correct Answer : B
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