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All 39 GK / GS questions asked in RRB NTPC UG CBT-1 2025-26 on 8 May 2026 Shift 2, with correct answers and short solutions, subject-wise: Current Affairs, Geography, Economics, Static GK, Physics, Modern History.

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Subjects: Current Affairs (7) · Geography (4) · Economics (3) · Static GK (5) · Physics (3) · Modern History (3) · Biology (3) · Polity (6) · Ancient History (2) · Computer (3)

Current Affairs (7)

Environment and Climate - Current · Climate summits (COP)

Q1. Which of the following country will host the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference?

  1. (a) South Africa
  2. (b) Portugal
  3. (c) France
  4. (d) Barbados
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) France

Topic:2025 UN Ocean Conference
Host Country:France (Nice)
Co-host:Costa Rica
Date:June 2025
The conference focuses on ocean conservation,
marine biodiversity, and sustainable ocean economy.
Answer: Option 3 → France
International Affairs and Summits · Bilateral agreements and visits

Q2. The 3rd Trilateral Consultations between India, Iran and Armenia was held at which place in September 2025?

  1. (a) Yerevan
  2. (b) Mumbai
  3. (c) Tehran
  4. (d) New Delhi
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Tehran

3rd Trilateral Consultations (India-Iran-Armenia)
Event: Held inSeptember 2025
Location:Tehran, Iran
Focus: Regional connectivity, trade cooperation,
and International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)
Answer: Option 3 → Tehran
Science, Technology and Space - Current · Technology launches and AI

Q3. In December 2025, which of the following companies introduced “Aantriva”, an AI-enabled platform to improve agri-food supply-chain visibility?

  1. (a) Tech Mahindra
  2. (b) Syngenta
  3. (c) Ayekart
  4. (d) Alliance Broadband Services Pvt. Ltd.
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Ayekart

Topic: Current Affairs - December 2025
Aantriva Platform:
• AI-enabled platform for agri-food supply-chain visibility
• Launched byAyekartin December 2025
• Focuses on improving transparency and efficiency in agricultural supply chains
Answer: Option 3 → Ayekart
State News · State schemes and events

Q4. Which category of beneficiaries is eligible for ₹1 lakh under Telangana’s Revanth Anna ka Sahara-Miskeen la Kosam scheme launched in September 2025?

  1. (a) Overseas migrant workers from Telangana
  2. (b) Minority teachers in private institutions
  3. (c) Tribal self-help groups
  4. (d) Economically weak Muslim families
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Economically weak Muslim families

Revanth Anna ka Sahara-Miskeen la Kosam Scheme
Launched: September 2025 in Telangana
Objective: Financial assistance to economically weak sections
Beneficiaries: Economically weak Muslim families
Financial Aid: ₹1 lakh per eligible family
Answer: Option 4 → Economically weak Muslim families
Books, Obituaries and Days - Current · Days and themes - current year

Q5. What is the theme of the 18ᵗʰ Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025?

  1. (a) Diaspora's contribution to a Viksit Bharat
  2. (b) Connecting the Indian Diaspora
  3. (c) Diaspora and Digital India
  4. (d) Global Indians for Atmanirbhar Bharat
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Diaspora's contribution to a Viksit Bharat

18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025
Event held inBhubaneswar, Odishafrom January 8-10, 2025.
Theme:Diaspora's contribution to a Viksit Bharat
Focus on engaging Indian diaspora in India's development vision for 2047.
Answer: Option 1 → Diaspora's contribution to a Viksit Bharat
Books, Obituaries and Days - Current · Days and themes - current year

Q6. On 16 September 2025, World Ozone Day was observed under which theme?

  1. (a) Ozone for Life
  2. (b) Global Cooperation Protecting Life on Earth
  3. (c) From Science to Global Action
  4. (d) Montreal Protocol: Our Shield, Our Future
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) From Science to Global Action

World Ozone Day 2025
Date: 16 September (observed annually)
Theme 2025:From Science to Global Action
This theme highlights the journey from scientific discovery of ozone depletion to global collaborative action through the Montreal Protocol.
Answer: Option 3 → From Science to Global Action
Awards and Honours - Current · International awards - current

Q7. The winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature for 2025, author László Krasznahorkai, belongs to which country?

  1. (a) Slovakia
  2. (b) Serbia
  3. (c) Romania
  4. (d) Hungary
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Hungary

Nobel Prize in Literature 2025
Winner:László Krasznahorkai
Nationality:Hungarian
Known for experimental novels and unique narrative style.
Major works: Satantango, Melancholy of Resistance.
Answer: Option 4 → Hungary

Geography (4)

India - Agriculture · Irrigation in India

Q8. Which of the following is the most widely used irrigation method in India?

  1. (a) Sprinkler irrigation
  2. (b) Subsurface irrigation
  3. (c) Surface irrigation
  4. (d) Drip irrigation
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Surface irrigation

Topic: Irrigation Methods in India
Surface Irrigation(also called flood irrigation) is the most widely used method in India, covering approximately95% of irrigated area.
In this method, water flows over the soil surface by gravity to wet and infiltrate the soil.
It is popular because it requireslow initial investment, simple technology, and suits traditional farming practices.
Other methods like drip and sprinkler are more efficient but cover only5% of irrigated areadue to higher costs.
Answer: Option 3 → Surface irrigation
World Geography · World population - distribution, density and growth

Q9. Which of the following countries has one of the highest population densities?

  1. (a) Russia
  2. (b) India
  3. (c) Australia
  4. (d) Canada
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) India

Topic:Population Density(Population per sq km)
Russia:~9 people/km² (largest area, sparse population)
India:~464 people/km² (high population, moderate area)
Australia:~3 people/km² (large area, low population)
Canada:~4 people/km² (second largest area, low population)
India has significantly higher population density among given options.
Answer: Option 2 → India
India - Drainage System · East-flowing peninsular rivers

Q10. Krishna Basin mainly extends over which of the following groups of states?

  1. (a) Maharashtra, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh
  2. (b) Maharashtra, Odisha and Karnataka
  3. (c) Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh
  4. (d) Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh

Krishna River Basin
Origin: Western Ghats near Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra
Major states covered:
•Maharashtra(origin state)
•Karnataka(major portion)
•Andhra Pradesh(lower basin, delta)
Flows eastward and empties into Bay of Bengal
Total basin area: ~2,58,948 km²
Answer: Option 4 → Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh
Lithosphere - Earth's Interior and Landforms · Weathering and erosion

Q11. Which of the following types of weathering is common in areas with large temperature differences between day and night?

  1. (a) Carbonation
  2. (b) Solution
  3. (c) Exfoliation
  4. (d) Oxidation
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Exfoliation

Topic: Physical Weathering
Exfoliationis a physical weathering process caused by repeated expansion and contraction of rocks.
Large day-night temperature differences cause rock surfaces to heat and cool rapidly.
This creates stress, causing outer layers to peel off like onion layers.
Common in deserts and high-altitude regions with extreme temperature variations.
Other options are chemical weathering processes requiring moisture.
Answer: Option 3 → Exfoliation

Economics (3)

Industry and Infrastructure · LPG reforms of 1991

Q12. What was the impact of the 1990s' reforms on India's economic growth?

  1. (a) They led to more sustainable growth.
  2. (b) They caused economic instability.
  3. (c) They resulted in economic stagnation.
  4. (d) They had no significant impact.
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) They led to more sustainable growth.

1990s Economic Reforms in India
Key Reforms:Liberalization, Privatization, Globalization (LPG)
Major Changes:
• Industrial licensing abolished
• Foreign investment encouraged
• Trade barriers reduced
• Public sector monopolies ended
Impact on Growth:
• GDP growth rate increased from ~3.5% to 6-7%
• Foreign exchange reserves improved significantly
• Integration with global economy
Answer: Option 1 → They led to more sustainable growth.
Agriculture and Food Security · Green Revolution and other agricultural revolutions

Q13. During which of the following revolutions in India did planned investment in horticulture become highly productive, leading to the emergence of the sector as a sustainable livelihood option?

  1. (a) Golden revolution
  2. (b) Blue revolution
  3. (c) White revolution
  4. (d) Green revolution
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Golden revolution

Golden Revolution (1991-2003)
Focus: Horticulture development in India
Key Features:
• Planned investment in fruits, vegetables, flowers, spices
• High productivity and profitability achieved
• Emerged as sustainable livelihood option for farmers
• Diversification from traditional crops
Other Revolutions:
•Blue Revolution→ Fish production
•White Revolution→ Milk production (Operation Flood)
•Green Revolution→ Foodgrain production (wheat, rice)
Answer: Option 1 → Golden revolution
Planning and NITI Aayog · Five-Year Plans - objectives and models

Q14. Which of the following economic models formed the basis of the Second Five-Year Plan?

  1. (a) Neo-classical minimal-state model
  2. (b) Agrarian cooperative model
  3. (c) Mahalanobis heavy-industry model
  4. (d) Market-led export model
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Mahalanobis heavy-industry model

Topic: Second Five-Year Plan (1956-61)
Key Facts:
1. Designed by Prof. P.C. Mahalanobis
2. Focus on heavy industries and capital goods
3. Emphasized rapid industrialization through public sector
4. Priority to basic and heavy industries like steel, coal, power
Answer: Option 3 → Mahalanobis heavy-industry model

Static GK (5)

Dances · Classical dances and their states

Q15. Which of the following dance forms originated in the temples of Odisha and often depicts the divine love of Radha and Krishna?

  1. (a) Karam
  2. (b) Ghumura dance
  3. (c) Dalkhai
  4. (d) Odissi
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Odissi

Topic: Classical Dance Forms of India
Odissiis one of the eight classical dance forms of India.
Originated in the temples of Odisha as a devotional dance.
Performed by Maharis (temple dancers) in Jagannath temples.
Often depicts stories ofRadha-Krishna's divine love.
Other options: Karam, Ghumura, Dalkhai are folk dances of Odisha.
Answer: Option 4 → Odissi
Festivals, Fairs, Paintings and Crafts · Festivals by state

Q16. The Goa Carnival is primarily associated with which of the following cultural or religious traditions?

  1. (a) Christian tradition
  2. (b) Persian traditions
  3. (c) Buddhist tradition
  4. (d) Jewish traditions
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Christian tradition

Topic: Goa Carnival - Cultural Festival
The Goa Carnival is a vibrant festival celebrated
before Lent in Goa, India.
It has roots inPortuguese Catholic traditions,
introduced during Portuguese colonial rule.
Features colorful parades, music, dance, and
street celebrations marking the Christian calendar.
Answer: Option 1 → Christian tradition
Tribes, Languages and Religions · Classical and scheduled languages

Q17. Which of the following is NOT a prominent language of the Indo-Aryan family?

  1. (a) Kurukh
  2. (b) Urdu
  3. (c) Hindi
  4. (d) Bengali
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Kurukh

Topic: Indo-Aryan Language Family
Indo-Aryan languages belong to the Indo-European family and include most North Indian languages.
Analysis of Options:
Hindi, Urdu, Bengali → All are Indo-Aryan languages
Kurukh (Oraon)→ Belongs to theDravidian family
Spoken mainly in Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Odisha
Answer: Option 1 → Kurukh
Important Days and Themes · International days

Q18. Which international health day was celebrated on November 14, 2025?

  1. (a) World Hypertension Day
  2. (b) World Malaria Day
  3. (c) World Health Day
  4. (d) World Diabetes Day
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) World Diabetes Day

World Diabetes Day
Celebrated annually onNovember 14.
Marks the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, co-discoverer of insulin.
Theme focuses on diabetes awareness and prevention globally.
Answer: Option 4 → World Diabetes Day
Books and Authors · Modern Indian books and authors

Q19. ‘The Mango Season’ is a book written by _________ and is a story of an Indian woman of modern India.

  1. (a) Sandhya Menon
  2. (b) Sara Desai
  3. (c) Alka Joshi
  4. (d) Amulya Malladi
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Amulya Malladi

'The Mango Season' - Book Details
Author:Amulya Malladi
Published in 2003, it tells the story of Priya, a young Indian woman navigating between traditional Indian values and modern Western lifestyle.
The novel explores themes of cultural identity, family expectations, and personal choices in contemporary India.
Answer: Option 4 → Amulya Malladi

Physics (3)

Electricity · Heating effect of current and Joule's law

Q20. According to Joule’s law of heating, heat produced in a resistor is expressed by which relation?

  1. (a) H = I²Rt
  2. (b) H = Vt
  3. (c) H = V/I
  4. (d) H = IR
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) H = I²Rt

Joule's Law of Heating
When current flows through a resistor, electrical energy converts to heat energy.
Formula: H = I²Rt
Where:
H = Heat produced (Joules)
I = Current (Amperes)
R = Resistance (Ohms)
t = Time (seconds)
Heat produced is directly proportional to:
• Square of current (I²)
Answer: Option 1 → H = I²Rt
Light - Refraction and Lenses · Power of a lens and dioptre

Q21. A doctor prescribes a lens with a power of P=−2.5 D to a patient. This lens is _____.

  1. (a) A convex lens, used to correct Myopia.
  2. (b) A concave lens, used to correct Myopia.
  3. (c) A convex lens, used to correct Hypermetropia.
  4. (d) A concave lens, used to correct Hypermetropia.
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) A concave lens, used to correct Myopia.

Given: Power P = −2.5 D (negative)
Key Concept:
Negative power → Concave lens (diverging)
Positive power → Convex lens (converging)
Myopia (Near-sightedness):
Image forms before retina
Corrected by concave lens to diverge rays
Hypermetropia (Far-sightedness):
Image forms behind retina
Corrected by convex lens to converge rays
Answer: Option 2 → A concave lens, used to correct Myopia.
Sources of Energy · Energy efficiency and environmental impact

Q22. What is the primary goal of the Energy Conservation Act (EC Act) of 2001, enacted by the Government of India?

  1. (a) To increase CO2 emissions
  2. (b) To reduce energy intensity in the Indian economy
  3. (c) To encourage the use of hydrocarbons
  4. (d) To promote renewable energy sources
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) To reduce energy intensity in the Indian economy

Energy Conservation Act, 2001
Enacted to address India's growing energy demand and promote efficient energy use.
Primary Goal:Reduce energy intensity of the Indian economy
Energy intensity = Energy consumed per unit of GDP
Key Features:
• Established Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)
• Mandates energy audits for large industries
• Sets energy consumption norms
Answer: Option 2 → To reduce energy intensity in the Indian economy

Modern History (3)

Rise of Nationalism and Indian National Congress · Extremists - leaders and methods

Q23. How did Aurobindo Ghosh contribute to the extremist phase of the Indian national movement?

  1. (a) Promoting passive resistance and boycott by linking nationalism with spiritual ideals
  2. (b) Promoting constitutional agitation through petitions and legislative reforms
  3. (c) Organising revolutionary activities based on socialist and labour ideologies
  4. (d) Leading peasant movements focused on agrarian tax reduction campaigns
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Promoting passive resistance and boycott by linking nationalism with spiritual ideals

Aurobindo Ghosh - Extremist Leader
Key Contributions:
• Editor ofBande MataramandKarmayoginnewspapers
• Advocatedpassive resistance, boycott, and swadeshi
• Linked nationalism withspiritual and cultural revival
• Promoted idea ofcomplete independence (Purna Swaraj)
Philosophy:
Combined political extremism with spiritual nationalism
Rejected moderate methods of petitions and prayers
Answer: Option 1 → Promoting passive resistance and boycott by linking nationalism with spiritual ideals
Rise of Nationalism and Indian National Congress · Moderates - leaders and methods

Q24. Gopal Krishan Gokhale went to England in 1897 to give evidence before which commission?

  1. (a) Welby Commission
  2. (b) Hunter Commission
  3. (c) Raleigh Commission
  4. (d) Fraser Commission
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Welby Commission

Gopal Krishna Gokhale and the Welby Commission (1897)
TheWelby Commission(1895-1900) was set up to examine
the financial relations between India and Britain.
Gokhale went to England in 1897 as a witness to present
India's case regarding the economic drain of wealth.
He highlighted the burden of Home Charges and military
expenditure imposed on India by British rule.
Answer: Option 1 → Welby Commission
Rise of Nationalism and Indian National Congress · Moderates - leaders and methods

Q25. Who among the following was a prominent Moderate leader of the Indian National Congress?

  1. (a) Subhas Chandra Bose
  2. (b) Bhagat Singh
  3. (c) Bal Gangadhar Tilak
  4. (d) Pherozeshah Mehta
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Pherozeshah Mehta

Topic: Indian National Congress - Moderate Leaders
Moderates (1885-1905):Believed in constitutional methods, petitions, prayers.
Pherozeshah Mehta:Founding member of INC, prominent Moderate leader from Bombay.
Others:
• Subhas Chandra Bose → Extremist/Revolutionary leader
• Bhagat Singh → Revolutionary freedom fighter
• Bal Gangadhar Tilak → Extremist leader (Lal-Bal-Pal trio)
Answer: Option 4 → Pherozeshah Mehta

Biology (3)

Ecology and Environment · Pollution - effects on living beings

Q26. Which of the following correctly describes eutrophication?

  1. (a) Enrichment of water with nutrients leading to excessive algal growth
  2. (b) Accumulation of non-biodegradable chemicals at higher trophic levels
  3. (c) Neutralisation of acidic water by dissolved minerals
  4. (d) Mixing of cold and warm water currents in oceans
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Enrichment of water with nutrients leading to excessive algal growth

Topic: Eutrophication (Environmental Science)
Definition:Eutrophication is the process of nutrient enrichment
in water bodies (mainly nitrogen and phosphorus).
Process:Excess nutrients → Algal bloom → Oxygen depletion
→ Death of aquatic organisms.
Sources:Agricultural runoff, sewage, detergents.
Other options:
Option 2 → Biomagnification (DDT, mercury accumulation)
Option 3 → Water hardness/buffering capacity
Option 4 → Ocean currents mixing
Answer: Option 1 → Enrichment of water with nutrients leading to excessive algal growth
Diversity and Classification of Living Organisms · Plant kingdom groups (Thallophyta to Angiosperms)

Q27. The fibrous root system, in which the primary root is short-lived and replaced by numerous adventitious roots, is a characteristic feature of which group of plants?

  1. (a) Monocotyledonous
  2. (b) Dicotyledonous
  3. (c) Gymnosperms
  4. (d) Pteridophytes
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Monocotyledonous

Root Systems in Plants
Fibrous Root System:
Primary root (radicle) is short-lived
Replaced by numerous thin adventitious roots from stem base
No dominant central root
Characteristic of Monocots:
Examples: Wheat, Rice, Maize, Grass
Roots form dense network near soil surface
Dicots have:Tap root system with persistent primary root
Answer: Option 1 → Monocotyledonous
Ecology and Environment · Ecological terms (biome, niche, habitat, adaptation)

Q28. In the process of ecological succession, the entire sequence of communities that successively change in a given area are called _________.

  1. (a) Invasion
  2. (b) Climax
  3. (c) Ecesis
  4. (d) Sere
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Sere

Ecological Succession Terms:
Sere:Complete sequence of communities from pioneer to climax stage in succession.
Other terms:
• Invasion: Entry of organisms into new area
• Ecesis: Establishment of organisms
• Climax: Final stable community
Answer: Option 4 → Sere

Polity (6)

Emergency and Centre-State Relations · National Emergency (Article 352)

Q29. 'Effect of Proclamation of Emergency' is explicitly provided in which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India?

  1. (a) Article 350
  2. (b) Article 353
  3. (c) Article 252
  4. (d) Article 256
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Article 353

Topic: Emergency Provisions - Constitution of India
Article 353deals with 'Effect of Proclamation of Emergency'.
Key provisions under Article 353:
- Executive power of Union extends to giving directions to states
- Parliament can make laws on State List subjects
- Applies during National Emergency (Article 352)
Other articles mentioned:
Article 350 → Special provision relating to language
Article 252 → Power of Parliament to legislate for two or more states
Article 256 → Obligation of states to comply with Union laws
Answer: Option 2 → Article 353
Emergency and Centre-State Relations · Financial relations

Q30. Which Article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Parliament to make grants to the States which are in need of financial assistance?

  1. (a) Article 255
  2. (b) Article 265
  3. (c) Article 275
  4. (d) Article 285
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Article 275

Topic: Financial Relations between Union and States
Article 275deals with grants-in-aid from the Union to States.
Parliament can make grants to states needing financial assistance.
These grants are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
Finance Commission recommends such grants to states in need.
Answer: Option 3 → Article 275
Polity Miscellaneous · Important acts and rights laws (RTI, RTE, etc.)

Q31. As per RTI Rules 2012, a person below poverty line is liable to pay what amount as application fee to file an RTI?

  1. (a) ₹2
  2. (b) ₹5
  3. (c) ₹10
  4. (d) No payment
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) No payment

RTI Act 2005 & RTI Rules 2012
Application Fee: Generally ₹10 for filing RTI
Exemption for BPL Category:
Persons below poverty line areexemptfrom paying application fee
They need to submit BPL certificate along with application
Answer: Option 4 → No payment
Judiciary · Tribunals, Lok Adalats and legal services

Q32. Which of the following subjects was addressed by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment, granting Parliament the authority to establish tribunals?

  1. (a) Judicial review of laws made by high court
  2. (b) Service conditions of public servants
  3. (c) Election disputes of states only
  4. (d) Religious disputes
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Service conditions of public servants

42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976
AddedPart XIV-A (Articles 323A & 323B)to the Constitution.
Article 323A:Administrative Tribunals
Parliament can establish tribunals forservice matters of public servants(disputes related to recruitment and conditions of service).
Article 323B:Tribunals for other matters
Parliament/State can establish tribunals for taxation, land reforms, elections, etc.
This amendment aimed to reduce burden on regular courts by creating specialized tribunals.
Answer: Option 2 → Service conditions of public servants
Local Government · 73rd Amendment - Panchayati Raj

Q33. Which of the following was NOT recommended by the 73ʳᵈ Indian Constitutional Amendment Act?

  1. (a) Establishment of State Finance Commissions
  2. (b) Establishment of Finance Commission of India
  3. (c) Establishment of Zila panchayat at district level
  4. (d) Establishment of a three-tier structure
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Establishment of Finance Commission of India

73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992
Key Provisions:
• Three-tier Panchayati Raj system (Gram, Intermediate, District)
• Establishment ofState Finance Commission(every 5 years)
• Zila Panchayat at district level
• Reservation for SC/ST and women
Finance Commission of Indiais a constitutional body under Article 280, established in 1951.
It was NOT created by 73rd Amendment.
Answer: Option 2 → Establishment of Finance Commission of India
Special Provisions, Official Language and Miscellaneous Provisions · Special provisions for SCs, STs and backward classes (Articles 330-342)

Q34. Which community lost its constitutional provision of nominated representation in legislatures through the 104ᵗʰ Amendment Act?

  1. (a) Jains
  2. (b) Anglo-Indians
  3. (c) Scheduled Tribes
  4. (d) Scheduled Castes
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Anglo-Indians

Topic: 104th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2019
The 104th Amendment Act abolished thespecial provisionfor nomination of Anglo-Indians to Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies.
Key Facts:
• Articles 331 and 333 provided for nomination of 2 Anglo-Indians to Lok Sabha and State Assemblies respectively.
• This provision was initially for 10 years but was extended multiple times.
• The 104th Amendment (2020) removed this provision as the community had adequate representation.
Answer: Option 2 → Anglo-Indians

Ancient History (2)

Post-Gupta Period · Vakatakas, Maitrakas and Maukharis

Q35. Which of the following regions, ruled by the Maukharies, gradually replaced Pataliputra as a political centre of North India?

  1. (a) Patna
  2. (b) Thanesar
  3. (c) Allahabad
  4. (d) Kannauj
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Kannauj

Topic: Maukhari Dynasty (6th-7th century CE)
TheMaukhariswere a dynasty that ruled parts of North India during the post-Gupta period.
Their capital wasKannauj, which became a major political and cultural center.
Kannauj gradually replacedPataliputraas the dominant political center of North India during this period.
The city remained important under later dynasties like Harsha and the Pratiharas.
Answer: Option 4 → Kannauj
Indus Valley Civilisation · Religion and society

Q36. Which deity was worshipped as the chief female deity in Harappan culture?

  1. (a) Durga
  2. (b) Saraswati
  3. (c) Lakshmi
  4. (d) Mother Goddess
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) Mother Goddess

Harappan Religion and Female Deity
The Indus Valley Civilization (Harappan culture) worshipped aMother Goddessas the chief female deity.
Archaeological evidence includes numerous terracotta figurines of a female deity found at various Harappan sites.
These figurines represent fertility and motherhood, suggesting worship of a Mother Goddess cult.
Durga, Saraswati, and Lakshmi are later Vedic/Hindu deities, not associated with Harappan culture.
Answer: Option 4 → Mother Goddess

Computer (3)

Software, Operating Systems and Programming · Types of software (system, application, utility)

Q37. Which of the following is an example of General-Purpose Software?

  1. (a) School Management Software
  2. (b) A Customized Website
  3. (c) Accounting Software made for a company
  4. (d) LibreOffice Calc
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) LibreOffice Calc

General-Purpose Software: Software designed for common tasks, usable by anyone.
Analysis of Options:
Option 1: School Management Software → Specific purpose (schools only)
Option 2: Customized Website → Specific to one organization
Option 3: Accounting Software for a company → Specific purpose (one company)
Option 4: LibreOffice Calc → Spreadsheet software for general use
LibreOffice Calccan be used by anyone for calculations, data analysis, charts, etc.
Answer: Option 4 → LibreOffice Calc
Computer Fundamentals and History · History of computers and pioneers

Q38. Which of the following was the first electro-mechanical computer?

  1. (a) EDVAC
  2. (b) Mark I
  3. (c) UNIVAC
  4. (d) ENIAC
Answer & solution

Answer: (b) Mark I

Topic:History of Computers
Mark I (IBM ASCC)was the first electro-mechanical computer.
Developed by Howard Aiken and IBM in 1944.
Used electro-mechanical relays and switches.
Other Options:
ENIAC (1945) - First electronic computer (vacuum tubes)
EDVAC (1949) - Electronic stored-program computer
UNIVAC (1951) - First commercial computer
Answer: Option 2 → Mark I
Computer Memory · Cache and virtual memory

Q39. Which memory is fastest and located very close to the CPU?

  1. (a) Hard Disk
  2. (b) Pen Drive
  3. (c) Cache Memory
  4. (d) CD-ROM
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Cache Memory

Memory Hierarchy (Speed Order):
Fastest → Slowest:
Registers > Cache > RAM > Hard Disk/SSD > Optical Drives
Cache Memory:
• Located inside or very close to CPU
• Stores frequently used data/instructions
• Fastest accessible memory (nanoseconds)
Hard Disk, Pen Drive, CD-ROM are secondary storage
devices — much slower than cache.
Answer: Option 3 → Cache Memory
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