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Question 1610

When was the first World Braille day observed?

A5th January, 2019

B2nd January,2019

C3rd January, 2019

D4th January, 2019

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D. 4th January, 2019Explanation not yet available.

Question 1609

We have decided to set out for Delhi on Monday, the 25th of this month. If, ___________ we can always change the date of the trip. (Use the most appropriate word.)

Anecessary

Bneatly

Cnaturally

Dneedlessly

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A. necessaryExplanation not yet available.

Question 1608

Sericuluture is a rearing practice of :

AFishes

BSilk worm

CHoney bees

DEarth worm

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B. Silk wormSericulture is the rearing and cultivation of silkworms for the production of silk. The process involves raising silkworms on mulberry leaves, harvesting their cocoons, and then extracting silk fibers from these cocoons. The most commonly used silkworm species is Bombyx mori. Sericulture is an important cottage industry in countries like India, China, and Japan. Other options (for context) Fishes: Their rearing is called Pisciculture. Honey bees: Their rearing is called Apiculture. Earth worms: Their cultivation for composting is called Vermiculture.

Question 1607

Who wrote the book Planned Economy for India?

AJawaharlal Nehru

BIndira Gandhi

CM. Visvesvaraya

DMahatma Gandhi

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C. M. VisvesvarayaExplanation not yet available.

Question 1606

Mixed economy means an economy where:

AThere is co-existence of public sector along with private sector

BBoth agriculture and Industry are equally promoted by the state

CThere is importance of small scale industries along with heavy industries

DEconomy is controlled by military as well as civilian rulers

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A. There is co-existence of public sector along with private sectorExplanation not yet available.

Question 1605

Which Article of Indian Constitution speaks about official languages Indian Union?

AArticle- 343

BArticle- 243

CArticle- 341

DArticle- 342

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A. Article- 343Explanation not yet available.

Question 1604

Which gas is used as fire extinguisher?

ANitrogen dioxide

BCarbon monoxide

CCarbon dioxide

DNitrous oxide

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C. Carbon dioxideCarbon dioxide (CO₂) is commonly used as a fire extinguisher gas. It works by displacing oxygen around the fire and forming a blanket of gas that cuts off the oxygen supply, thereby stopping the combustion process. Additionally, CO₂ is non-flammable and leaves no residue, making it ideal for use on electrical and electronic fires where water cannot be used safely. Other options (for context) Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂): A toxic gas, not suitable for firefighting. Carbon monoxide (CO): A poisonous gas produced by incomplete combustion, not used in extinguishers. Nitrous oxide (N₂O): Commonly known as laughing gas, used as an anesthetic, not a fire suppressant.

Question 1603

Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constitution?

ADr. B.R. Ambedkar

BRajendra Prasad

CGandhiji

DJ. L. Nehru

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A. Dr. B.R. AmbedkarExplanation not yet available.

Question 1602

Decentralization planning on the basis of Panchayati Raj institutions was recommended by:

ASanthanam committee

BAshok Mehta committee

CBalwant Rai Mehta committee

DGadgil committee

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C. Balwant Rai Mehta committeeExplanation not yet available.

Question 1601

Pani Dihing birds Sanctuary is located in which of the following states of India?

AAssam

BTripura

CManipur

DSikkim

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A. AssamExplanation not yet available.

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When was the first World Braille day observed?

We have decided to set out for Delhi on Monday, the 25th of this month. If, ___________ we can always change the date of the trip. (Use the most appropriate word.)

Sericuluture is a rearing practice of :

Who wrote the book Planned Economy for India?

Mixed economy means an economy where:

Which Article of Indian Constitution speaks about official languages Indian Union?

Which gas is used as fire extinguisher?

Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constitution?

Decentralization planning on the basis of Panchayati Raj institutions was recommended by:

Pani Dihing birds Sanctuary is located in which of the following states of India?

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