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12301.

When a beam of white light passes through a glass prism, the colour of light beam that deviates the least is

A. Blue
B. Red
C. Green
D. Violet
Answer» C. Green
12302.

The range of rate of filtration of pressure filters is

A. 1000 to 2000 liters per hour per sq. m of filter area
B. 2000 to 4000 liters per hour per sq. m of filter area
C. 4000 to 5000 liters per hour per sq. m of filter area
D. 6000 to 15000 liters per hour per sq. m of filter area
Answer» E.
12303.

State and central government gets authorization

A. From the Constitution of India
B. From the President of India
C. From the Prime Minister of India
D. From the Parliament of India
Answer» B. From the President of India
12304.

What is the theme of International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2021?

A. Better Knowledge for Better Care
B. Share Drug Facts to Save Lives
C. Health for Justice. Justice for Health
D. Listen First
E. Let's Develop Our Lives
Answer» C. Health for Justice. Justice for Health
12305.

The marked price of an article is 25% more than its cost price. If 10% discount is given on the marked price. then what is the profit percentage ?

A. 12.5%
B. 11.5%
C. 12%
D. 10%
Answer» B. 11.5%
12306.

The rating of a battery is expressed in ________.

A. ampere-hours
B. watt-hours
C. amperes
D. watts
Answer» B. watt-hours
12307.

What was the theme of the 3rd Edition of the CSR Journal Excellence Awards?

A. Young India
B. Talented India
C. India First
D. India and Journalism
E. India and World
Answer» D. India and Journalism
12308.

Two planets orbit the Sun in circular orbits, with their radius of orbit as R1= R and R2 = 4R. Ratio of their periods (T1/T2) around the Sun will be

A. 1/16
B. 1/8
C. 1/4
D. 1/2
Answer» C. 1/4
12309.

What is correct:(i) In a Gram Panchayat there can be more than one village.(ii) Meeting of Gram Sabha held in each village.(iii) Meeting of Gram Sabha held in the headquarter of Gram Panchayat.(iv) Meeting of Gram Panchayat held in each village.(v) Meeting of Gram Panchayat held in the headquarter of Gram Panchayat.

A. (i) (iii) (iv)
B. (ii) (iv) (v)
C. (ii) (iii) (iv)
D. (i) (ii) (v)
Answer» E.
12310.

Select the option that can replace the question mark (?) In the following alphanumeric series.C 10 G, E 14 I, H 20 L, L 28 P, ?

A. P 30 V
B. Q 38 U
C. Q 36 V
D. K 32 W
Answer» C. Q 36 V
12311.

The Nyquist stability criterion and the Routh criterion both are powerful analysis tools for determining the stability of feedback controllers. Identify which of the following statements is FALSE:

A. Both the criteria provide information relative to the stable gain range of the system.
B. The general shape of the Nyquist plot is readily obtained from the Bode magnitude plot for all minimum-phase systems.
C. The Routh criterion is not applicable in the condition of transport lag, which can be readily handled by the Nyquist criterion.
D. The closed-loop frequency response for a unity feedback system cannot be obtained from the Nyquist plot.
Answer» E.
12312.

Which of the following is not true about human problems?

A. They require patience for understanding
B. They can be solved without self awareness
C. They are very complex
D. They require insight for understanding
Answer» C. They are very complex
12313.

The fortnight-long “Maru Gam, Corona Mukt Gam” program is organized by which state to control the spread of Covid-19 in the villages?

A. Rajasthan
B. Gujarat
C. Punjab
D. Bihar
E. Uttar Pradesh
Answer» C. Punjab
12314.

Select the correct option considering the following statements. a) The effective rainfall is uniformly distributed within its duration of specified period of time.b) The effective rainfall is distributed throughout the whole area of the drainage basin.

A. Statement (a) alone is true
B. Statement (b) alone is true
C. Both the statements (a) and (b) are false
D. Both the statements (a) and (b) are true
E. Information insufficient
Answer» E. Information insufficient
12315.

Which of the following currents of the Atlantic Ocean is different from the other three on the basis of its thermal condition?

A. The Canaries Current
B. The Falkland Current
C. The Guinea Current
D. The Benguela Current
Answer» D. The Benguela Current
12316.

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.The invigilator did not know that the two boys were exchanging notes under his nose.

A. rolled into small pellets
B. written in small letters
C. right in front of him
D. wrapped in handkerchiefs
Answer» D. wrapped in handkerchiefs
12317.

Which device is used for the measurement of heat?

A. Wattmeter
B. Energy meter
C. Ammeter
D. Calorimeter
Answer» E.
12318.

What motivations do students get when they are given rewards such as money, gifts, or points by parents or teachers for successfully completing tasks?

A. Neither intrinsic nor extrinsic motivation
B. Intrinsic motivation
C. Both Intrinsic motivation and extrinsic motivation
D. Extrinsic motivation
Answer» E.
12319.

What is the respective ratio between the total number of books sold by City A in July and September together and total number of books sold by City E in August and October together?

A. 57 : 49
B. 49 : 57
C. 58 : 47
D. 47 : 58
Answer» E.
12320.

Which of the following is set to win ₹25,000 crores contract for Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project?

A. Afcons Infrastructure
B. L&T
C. Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
D. Tata Steel
E. Tata Projects
Answer» C. Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
12321.

Suppose A and B are two independent events with probabilities \({\rm{P}}\left( {\rm{A}} \right) \ne 0\) and \({\rm{P}}\left( {\rm{B}} \right) \ne 0\). Let \({\rm{\bar A}}\) and \({\rm{\bar B}}\) be their complements. Which one of the following statements is False?

A. \({\rm{P}}\left( {{\rm{A}} \cap {\rm{B}}} \right){\rm{\;}} = {\rm{\;P}}\left( {\rm{A}} \right){\rm{P}}\left( {\rm{B}} \right)\)
B. \({\rm{P}}\left( {{\rm{A}}/{\rm{B}}} \right){\rm{\;}} = {\rm{\;P}}\left( {\rm{A}} \right)\)
C. \({\rm{P}}\left( {{\rm{A}} \cup {\rm{B}}} \right){\rm{\;}} = {\rm{\;P}}\left( {\rm{A}} \right){\rm{\;}} + {\rm{\;P}}\left( {\rm{B}} \right)\)
D. \({\rm{P}}\left( {{\rm{\bar A}} \cap {\rm{\bar B}}} \right){\rm{\;}} = {\rm{\;P}}\left( {{\rm{\bar A}}} \right){\rm{P}}\left( {{\rm{\bar B}}} \right)\)
Answer» D. \({\rm{P}}\left( {{\rm{\bar A}} \cap {\rm{\bar B}}} \right){\rm{\;}} = {\rm{\;P}}\left( {{\rm{\bar A}}} \right){\rm{P}}\left( {{\rm{\bar B}}} \right)\)
12322.

Which article of Indian Constitution gives the President the power of pardoning?

A. Article 72
B. Article 73
C. Article 74
D. Article 76
Answer» B. Article 73
12323.

The approximate input impedance of CRO is

A. Zero
B. 1 Mega ohm
C. 10 Mega ohm
D. 12 Mega ohm
E. 10 micro ohm
Answer» C. 10 Mega ohm
12324.

What approximate value should come in the place of x in the following question?√784.01 × 7.042 + 351.99 × 24.98% = x

A. 264
B. 244
C. 284
D. 266
E. 224
Answer» D. 266
12325.

In how many years during this period was there only one contract?

A. 3
B. 2
C. 5
D. 4
Answer» B. 2
12326.

What are the products formed during photosynthesis?

A. Glucose, Water and Oxygen
B. Glucose and Oxygen
C. Starch and Oxygen
D. Starch, Water and Oxygen
Answer» B. Glucose and Oxygen
12327.

Sita and Lavanya are older to Swapna; Suvarna is younger than both Harita and Swapna. Swapna is elder than Harita. Identify the correct statement/statements which are true beyond any doubt.a) Lavanya is the eldestb) There are two people who are older to Swapnac) Harita is not the youngest

A. only a) and b) are true
B. a), b), c) are true
C. Only b) and c) are ture
D. a), b), c) are not true
Answer» D. a), b), c) are not true
12328.

Which of the following is NOT a democratic country?

A. China
B. USA
C. India
D. Sri Lanka
Answer» B. USA
12329.

The product of 2 numbers is 35828 and their HCF is 26. Find their LCM.

A. 931788
B. 689
C. 1378
D. 3583
Answer» D. 3583
12330.

Select the Answer Figure that will continue the series established by the four Problems Figures.

A. 2
B. 3
C. 1
D. 4
Answer» D. 4
12331.

Which of the following states separates Nepal from Bhutan?

A. Sikkim
B. Bihar
C. Assam
D. Odisha
Answer» B. Bihar
12332.

Which among the five Monolithic Rathas of Pallavas at Mahabalipuram is the largest?

A. Arjuna
B. Bhima
C. Dharmaraja
D. Draupadi
Answer» D. Draupadi
12333.

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.It is difficult for him to _______ all the comforts to his family in this small income.

A. provided
B. provide
C. providing
D. provides
Answer» C. providing
12334.

Which of the following has 1st time achieved more than 100% Plant Load Factor (PLF) since commissioning of all its units?

A. NTPC Farakka
B. NTPC Bongaigaon
C. NTPC Dadri
D. NTPC Badarpur
E. NTPC Rihand
Answer» C. NTPC Dadri
12335.

When a single turn coil rotates in a uniform magnetic field, at uniform speed, the induced emf will be

A. alternating
B. steady
C. pulsating
D. none of these
Answer» B. steady
12336.

Which of the following is NOT a central economic problem, which is solved by the production possibility curve (PPC)?

A. Continuous use
B. Full use of resources
C. Economic efficiency
D. Economic development
Answer» B. Full use of resources
12337.

The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. These sentences, when properly sequenced form a coherent paragraph. Select the most logical order of sentences from among the options.P: In this world, there is no such thing as a human saviour.Q: If we follow just another human for his idea, I am sure we will end up fighting another civil war and a new generation will suffer as we suffer.R: There is only a stable system.S: A man always changes after a while because they are human just like you.

A. RSQP
B. PRSQ
C. SQRP
D. QRSP
Answer» C. SQRP
12338.

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom/phrase.Keep (one’s) fingers on the pulse

A. helped in the execution of the plan
B. to give offence to them
C. unaware of the execution of the plan
D. being constantly aware of the most recent developments
Answer» E.
12339.

The meaning of R.F. is

A. Reducing fraction
B. Representative fraction
C. Reduction factor
D. Representative factor
Answer» C. Reduction factor
12340.

Which of the following has started a concept of community classes to save the classwork culture and to impart education to the students from internet suffered areas for online classes?

A. Jammu and Kashmir
B. Ladakh
C. Chandigarh
D. Delhi
E. Puducherry
Answer» C. Chandigarh
12341.

The system of equations2x + y - 3z = 53x - 2y + 2z = 5 and5x - 3y - z = 16

A. is inconsistent
B. is consistent, with a unique solution
C. is consistent, with infinitely many solutions
D. has its solution lying along x - axis in three - dimensional space
Answer» C. is consistent, with infinitely many solutions
12342.

Where is the new headquarter of the the International Olympic Committee (IOC) situated?

A. Germany
B. Greece
C. Norway
D. Switzerland
E. Italy
Answer» E. Italy
12343.

Sita celebrated her Birthday on one of the Wednesday in the month of December 2017, On which date can it be.

A. 16
B. 22
C. 13
D. 9
Answer» D. 9
12344.

Refer to the following diagram to calculate the effective resistance (in Ω) between the points A and B.

A. 125
B. 75
C. 30
D. 50
Answer» D. 50
12345.

What does India need to do to be recognised as a leader in protecting global climate?

A. Make more emission cuts
B. Host the next conference on climate change
C. Successfully force rich countries to give up their rigid approach
D. Keep economic growth rate at 7%
Answer» B. Host the next conference on climate change
12346.

What is the result of the following MS-Excel formula?= 8/4/2 - 2/2

A. 1
B. 3
C. - 0.5
D. 0
Answer» E.
12347.

The process that moves, elevates or builds up portions of the earth’s crust is called:

A. denudation
B. volcanism
C. diastrophism
D. weathering
Answer» D. weathering
12348.

What is Rakshita?1. It is an ambulance that has been launched by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).2. It is an ambulance to attend urgent evacuation needs of the security force personnel in event of a medical emergency or battle injury.3. It is developed by Border Security Forces (BSF) for urgent evacuation in event of a medical emergency or battle injury.Select the correct answer by using the code mentioned below.

A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Only 2 and 3
D. Only 1 and 2
Answer» E.
12349.

Select the option in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers in the given set.(13, 17, 442)

A. (11, 19, 628)
B. (15, 14, 415)
C. (18, 15, 540)
D. (17, 21, 367)
Answer» D. (17, 21, 367)
12350.

Statement (I): In pin-jointed roof trusses, purlins are kept above nodes in the top chord.Statement (II): The top chord is continuous through the nodes of the truss.

A. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are individually true and Statement (II) is the correct explanation of Statement (I)
B. Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are individually true but Statement (II) is not the correct explanation of Statement (I)
C. Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false
D. Statement (I) is false but Statement (II) is true
Answer» C. Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false