Common GK Practice Question and Answer

Q:

Which Indian state has the lowest sex ratio as per census 2011? 

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    Jammu Kashmir
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    Haryana
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    Kerala
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    Delhi
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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:

CDRI is located at – 

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    Chennai
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    Lucknow
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    Allahabad
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    Delhi
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Answer : 2. "Lucknow"
Explanation :

The Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI) is located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. CDRI is a premier biomedical research institute in the country, and it is involved in the development of new drugs and diagnostics in various therapeutic areas.

Q:

ISRO chairman at the time of launch of Mars Orbiter? 

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    K. Radhakrishnan
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    Dr. Sarabhai
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    Shri G.Madhavan Nair
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    Dr. K Sivan
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Answer : 1. "K. Radhakrishnan "
Explanation :

The Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan) was launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on November 5, 2013. At that time, Dr. K. Radhakrishnan was the Chairman of ISRO. Mangalyaan was India's first interplanetary mission, and it made India the first Asian nation to reach Martian orbit and the first nation in the world to do so in its maiden attempt.

Q:

Which among the following cities is known as Manchester of India? 

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    Goa
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    Ahmedabad
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    Jaipur
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    Mumbai
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Answer : 2. "Ahmedabad "
Explanation :

Ahmedabad is often referred to as the "Manchester of India." This title is attributed to Ahmedabad due to its historical significance as a major center for textile manufacturing and the cotton industry. Just as Manchester in the United Kingdom is renowned for its textile heritage, Ahmedabad has played a crucial role in India's textile industry, making it a significant industrial and economic hub.

Q:

Books in electronic formats are called _________.

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    e-library
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    e-learning
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    i-books
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    e-books
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Answer : 4. "e-books"
Explanation :

Books in electronic formats are commonly referred to as "e-books" or "ebooks." E-books are digital versions of printed books that can be read on electronic devices such as e-readers, tablets, smartphones, or computers. They offer the convenience of portability and easy access, allowing readers to carry an entire library in a single device.

Q:

On which date the World Polio Day is observed? 

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    21th October
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    29th October
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    24th October
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    26th October
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Answer : 3. "24th October "
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.

Q:

National Defence Academy is situated at ?

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    Kolkata
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    Delhi
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    Pune
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    Dehradun
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Answer : 3. "Pune "
Explanation :

The NDA is located at Khadakwasla near Pune in the state of Maharashtra, India. It is the premier institution for training officers for the Indian Armed Forces. Dehradun, on the other hand, is home to the Indian Military Academy (IMA), which trains officers for the Indian Army.

Q:

Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus station was designed by

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    Fazlur Rahman Khan
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    Frei Otto
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    Frederick William Stevens
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    Santiago Calatrava
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Answer : 3. "Frederick William Stevens"
Explanation :

Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (formerly known as Victoria Terminus) in Mumbai, India, was designed by the British architect Frederick William Stevens. The station, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a historic railway station and a remarkable example of Victorian Gothic architecture in India. It was completed in 1888 and has since been an iconic landmark in Mumbai.

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