Q. Which of the following human races inhabits in China, Mangolia and Japan ?
a) Australoid b) Negro c) Mongoloid d) Nordic
Question from BPSC PT 70, 2024
Correct Answer: c) Mongoloid
Explanation: The Mongoloid race is primarily associated with East Asia, including regions such as China, Mongolia, and Japan. This classification is based on physical characteristics and anthropological studies.
The Australoid race is linked to regions like Australia and parts of South Asia, the Negro race (now more appropriately referred to as people of African descent) is associated with Africa, and the Nordic race is linked to Northern Europe. Therefore, the correct answer is Mongoloid, as it corresponds to the populations inhabiting China, Mongolia, and Japan.
Q. After elections to the 18th Lok Sabha, who was appointed as the Union Minister of Textiles in the Modi government ?
a) Giriraj Singh (Begusarai) b) Bhupendra Yadav (Alwar) c) Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh (Munger) d) Gajendra Singh Shekhawat (Jodhpur)
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The correct answer is: a) Giriraj Singh (Begusarai)
Explanation:
After the elections to the 18th Lok Sabha, Giriraj Singh was appointed as the Union Minister of Textiles in the Modi government. He continues to serve in this capacity as part of the cabinet formed after the elections held in 2024
Q. Which type of rock is formed from cooling and solidification of lava ?
a) Igneous b) Sedimentary c) Crystal d) Metamorphic
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Correct Answer: a) Igneous
Explanation: Igneous rocks are formed from the cooling and solidification of molten rock material, which can either be magma (inside the Earth’s crust) or lava (when it erupts onto the Earth’s surface). When lava cools and hardens, it forms igneous rocks. Examples of igneous rocks include basalt and granite.
Sedimentary rocks, on the other hand, are formed from the accumulation and compaction of sediments, while metamorphic rocks are formed when existing rocks are subjected to heat and pressure. Crystals are not a type of rock but rather a solid material with a specific atomic structure. Hence, the correct answer is igneous.
Q. Heat transfer that does not require a medium is called
a) Radiation b) Reflection c) Conduction d) Convection
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The correct answer is: a) Radiation
Explanation:
Heat transfer
Heat transfer can occur in three primary ways: conduction, convection, and radiation.
– Conduction requires a medium (solid, liquid, or gas) for heat to transfer through direct contact between particles. – Convection also requires a medium, typically a fluid (liquid or gas), where heat is transferred through the movement of the fluid itself. – Radiation, on the other hand, does not require a medium. It is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves, such as infrared radiation. This is how the Sun’s heat reaches the Earth through the vacuum of space, where no medium exists.
Thus, the type of heat transfer that does not require a medium is radiation.
Q. According to the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, which indices experienced significant growth in Financial Year 2023 ?
a) Consumer goods and infrastructure/ construction goods b) Consumer goods and capital goods c) Manufacturing and consumer goods d) Capital goods and infrastructure/ construction goods
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The correct answer is: Option D: Capital goods and infrastructure/construction goods.
Explanation:
According to the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, the indices that experienced significant growth in Financial Year 2023 include:
– Infrastructure/Construction Goods: This sector saw a robust growth rate of 8.1%.
– Capital Goods: This category reported an impressive growth of 10.95% during the same period.
Q. Match the following in context of Asht Pradhan system of Maratha rulers : Official Department
a. Sachiva 1. Prime Minister b. Peshwa 2. Incharge of Correspondence c. Samant 3. Finance Minister d. Amatya 4. Foreign Minister
Choose the correct option :
a) a – 2, b – 1, c – 4, d – 3 b) a – 1, b – 2, c – 3, d – 4 c) a – 3, b – 4, c – 1, d – 2 d) More than one of the above
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The correct answer is: a) a – 2, b – 1, c – 4, d – 3
Explanation:
The Asht Pradhan system was an administrative council of eight ministers under the Maratha ruler Shivaji Maharaj. Here’s the correct pairing of officials with their respective roles:
Q. Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah al-Ahmad al Sabah was appointed as the new Prime Minister of which country in April 2024 ?
a) Palestine b) Yemen c) Lebanon d) Kuwait
Question from BPSC PT 70, 2024
The correct answer is: d) Kuwait
Explanation:
Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah al-Ahmad al-Sabah was appointed as the new Prime Minister of Kuwait on April 15, 2024. His appointment followed the resignation of Sheikh Mohammed Sabah al-Salem al-Sabah, marking a significant change in the Kuwaiti government structure after a new parliament was elected
Q. In the Union Budget speech for 2024-25, which oilseeds were noted as not being covered under the goal of ‘Atmanirbharta’ (self-reliance) for oil ?
a) Sesame b) Coconut c) Soybean d) Groundnut
Question from BPSC PT 70, 2024
The correct answer is Option b) Coconut
Explanation:
In the Union Budget speech for 2024-25, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman outlined a strategy to achieve ‘Atmanirbharta’ (self-reliance) in oilseeds, specifically mentioning mustard, groundnut, sesame, soybean, and sunflower.
Coconut was not included in this list. Therefore, the oilseed not covered under the goal of ‘Atmanirbharta’ for oil is: b) Coconut
Q. In April 2024, how many members of the UN Security Council either rejected or abstained from voting for the proposal to allow Palestine to become a full member of the UN ?
a) 6 b) 2 c) 3 d) 5
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The correct answer is Option c) 3.
Explanation:
In April 2024, the United Nations Security Council voted on a proposal to grant Palestine full UN membership. The outcome was 12 votes in favor, 2 abstentions (by Switzerland and the United Kingdom), and 1 vote against (by the United States, which exercised its veto power).
Therefore, the total number of members who either rejected or abstained from voting was 3.
Q. Which of the following ports is an artificial port ?
a) Marmugao b) Mumbai c) Kochi d) Chennai
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The correct answer is: d) Chennai
Explanation:
An artificial port is a man-made harbor or port that is constructed by modifying the natural coastline or creating infrastructure to facilitate docking and shipping activities. Unlike natural ports, which are naturally deep and protected, artificial ports require significant engineering efforts to make them functional.
Chennai Port is an artificial port. It was developed by constructing breakwaters and other infrastructure to create a safe harbor for ships. It is one of the largest and oldest artificial ports in India.
On the other hand, ports like Marmugao, Mumbai, and Kochi are natural ports. These ports are naturally deep and have geographical features that make them suitable for maritime activities without extensive human intervention.