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60351.

With reference to consumer's rights/privileges under the provisions of law in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. Consumers are empowered to take samples for food testing.2. When a consumer files a complaint in any consumer forum, no fee is required to be paid.3. In case of death of a consumer, his/her legal heir can file a complaint in the consumer forum on his/her behalf.Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3
Discussion
60352.

With reference to 'Changpa' community of India, consider the following statements:1. They live mainly in the state of Uttarakhand.2. They rear the Pahmina goats that yield fine wool.3. They are kept in the category of Scheduled Tribes.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» C. 3 only
Discussion
60353.

With reference to computers and the internet, which of the following viruses makes changes to a disk’s file system?

A. Stealth virus
B. Cluster virus
C. Macro virus
D. Polymorphic virus
Answer» C. Macro virus
Discussion
60354.

With reference to communication technologies, what is/are the difference/differences between LTE (Long-Term Evolution) and VoLTE (Voice over Long-Term Evolution)?1. LTE is commonly marketed as 3G and VoLTE are commonly marketed as advanced 3G.2. LTE is data-only technology and VoLTE is voice-only technology.Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» E.
Discussion
60355.

With reference to computers and the internet, which of the following appears to be harmless but actually produces harmful results?

A. Worm
B. Trojan horse
C. Patch
D. Virus hoax
Answer» C. Patch
Discussion
60356.

With reference to 'Bitcoins', sometimes seen in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. Bitcoins are tracked by the Central Banks of the countries.2. Anyone with a Bitcoin address can send and receive Bitcoins from anyone else with Bitcoin address.3. Online payments can be sent without either side knowing the identity of the other.Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» C. 3 only
Discussion
60357.

With reference to chemical fertilizers in India, consider the following statements:1. At present, the retail price of chemical fertilizers is marker-driven and not administered by the Government.2. Ammonia, which is an input of urea, is produced form natural gas.3. Sulphur, which is a raw material for phosphoric acid fertilizer, is a by-product of oil refineries.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 2 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» C. 2 only
Discussion
60358.

With reference to carbon nanotubes, consider the following statements1. They can be used as carriers of drugs and antigens in the human body.2. They can be made into artificial blood capillaries for an injured part of the human body.3. They can be used in biochemical sensors.4. Carbon nanotubes are biodegradable.Which of the statements given above are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2, 3 and 4 only
C. 1, 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer» E.
Discussion
60359.

With reference to BrahMos, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. It is a ramjet supersonic cruise missile being developed by BrahMos Aerospace, a joint venture between ISRO of India and NPO Mashinostroeyenia (NPOM) of Russia.2. It can be launched from submarines, ships, aircraft or land against ships and land-based targets.3. India and Russia have agreed to double the range of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile following India’s entry into the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR).Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» C. 1 and 3 only
Discussion
60360.

With reference to BRIC countries, consider the following statements:1. At present, China's GDP is more than the combined GDP of all three other countries.2. China's population is more than the combined population of any two other countriesWhich of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» B. 2 only
Discussion
60361.

With reference to Buddhist history, tradition and culture in India, consider the following pairs:Famous shrineLocation1. Tabo monastery and temple complexSpiti Valley2. Lhotsava Lhakhang temple, NakoZanskar Valley3. Alchi temple complexLadakhWhich of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3
Discussion
60362.

With reference to biodiversity, which of the following statements is/are correct?1) Species richness and high degree of endemism are important criteria for identifying biodiversity hot spots.2) Species diversity is highest in the tropic and decreases down the poles.3) Biodiversity conservation may be in-situ as well as ex-situ.Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 1 and 3 only
Answer» D. 1 and 3 only
Discussion
60363.

With reference to Awadh, who uttered the statement, ‘A cherry that will drop into our mouth one day’?

A. Lord Dalhousie
B. Lord William Bentinck
C. Lord Hardinge
D. Lord Wellesley
Answer» B. Lord William Bentinck
Discussion
60364.

With reference to ‘Bharat 22’, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. It is the Exchange Traded Fund (ETF).2. It is unmarketable security.3. This aimed at helping speed up the government’s disinvestment program.Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A. 1 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» C. 2 and 3 only
Discussion
60365.

With reference to bio-toilets used by the Indian Railways, consider the following statements:1. The decomposition of human waste in the bio-toilets is initiated by a fungal inoculum.2. Ammonia and water vapour are the only end products in this decomposition which are released into the atmosphere.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» E.
Discussion
60366.

With reference to 'Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Housing and Urban Development (APMCHUD)' consider the following statements:1. The first APMCHUD was held in India in 2006 on the theme 'Emerging Urban Forums - Policy Responses and Governance Structure'.2. India hosts all the Annual Ministerial Conferences in partnership with ADB, APEC and ASEAN.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» E.
Discussion
60367.

With reference to 'Astrosat', the astronomical observatory launched by India, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. Other than USA and Russia, India is the only country to have launched a similar observatory into space.2. Astrosat is a 2000 kg satellite placed in an orbit at 1650 km above the surface of the Earth.Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» E.
Discussion
60368.

With reference to 'Ayushman Bharat Yojana' which of the following statement(s) is/are correct?1. This Yojana provides free health insurance of Rs. 5 lakh per person.2. The expenses incurred in this Scheme (Yojana) is shared between the Centre and State in 60:40 ratio.Select the correct answer from the codes given below.

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» C. Both 1 and 2
Discussion
60369.

With reference to Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) consider the following statements:1. AIIB has more than 80 member nations.2. India is the largest shareholder in AIIB.3. AIIB does not have members from outside AsiaWhich of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» B. 2 and 3 only
Discussion
60370.

With reference to Article 352 National emergency which of the following statements are correct?(a) Under Article 352 the State Government continues to function, it cannot be dismissed.(b) The effect of Article 352 is that the centre gets concurrent power of legislation and administration in the state.(c) Under Article 352 the state assembly also continues to operate.

A. (a), (b), (c)
B. (a), (c)
C. (b), (c)
D. (a), (b)
Answer» B. (a), (c)
Discussion
60371.

With reference to agricultural soils, consider the following statements:1. A high content of organic matter in soil drastically reduces its water holding capacity.2. Soil does not play any role in the sulphur cycle.3. Irrigation over a period of time can contribute to the salinization of some agricultural lands.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» C. 1 and 3 only
Discussion
60372.

With reference to an organization known as 'Birdlife International', which of the following statements is/are correct?1. It is a Global Partnership of Conservation Organizations.2. The concept of 'biodiversity hotspots' originated from this organization.3. It identifies the sites known/referred to as 'Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas'.Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3
Discussion
60373.

With reference to an initiative called The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB)', which of the following statements is/are correct?1. It is an initiative hosted by UNEP, IMF and World Economic Forum.2. It is a global initiative that focuses on drawing attention to the economic benefits of biodiversity.3. It presents an approach that can help decision-makers recognize, demonstrate and capture the value of ecosystems and biodiversity.Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3
Discussion
60374.

With reference to an earthquake consider the following statements.1. The point where the energy of an earthquake is released is called the hypocentre.2. The point on the surface, nearest to the focus of the earthquake, is called epicentre.3. Epicentre is a point directly below the focus of an earthquake.Which of the statements given above is / are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 2 and 3 only
Answer» D. 2 and 3 only
Discussion
60375.

With reference to agriculture in India, how can the technique of 'genome sequencing', often seen in the news, be used in the immediate future?1. Genome sequencing can be used to identify genetic markers for disease resistance and drought tolerance in various crop plants.2. This technique helps in reducing the time required to develop new varieties of crop plants.3. It can be used to decipher the host-pathogen relationships in crops.Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» E.
Discussion
60376.

With reference to "Aam Admi Bima Yojana". Consider the following statements:1. The member ensured under the scheme must be the head of the family or an earning member of the family in a rural landless household.2. The member insured must be in the age group of 30 to 65 years.3. There is no provision for free scholarship for up to two children of the insured who are studying between classes 9 and 12.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» D. 1, 2 and 3
Discussion
60377.

With reference to 'Agenda 21', sometimes seen in the news, consider the following statements:1. It is a global action plan for sustainable development.2. It originated in the World Summit on Sustainable Development held in Johannesburg in 2002.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» B. 2 only
Discussion
60378.

With reference to Agni-IV Missile, which of the following statements is/are correct?1. It is a surface-to-surface missile.2. It is fuelled by liquid propellant only3. It can deliver one-tonne nuclear warheads about 7500 km away.Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» B. 2 and 3 only
Discussion
60379.

With reference to a standard Cartesian (x, y) plane, the parabolic velocity distribution profile of fully developed laminar flow in x-direction between two parallel, stationary and identical plates that are separated by distance, h, is given by the expression \({\rm{U}} = {\rm{\;}} - \frac{{{{\rm{h}}^2}}}{{8{\rm{\mu }}}}\frac{{{\rm{dp}}}}{{{\rm{dx}}}}\left[ {1 - 4{{\left( {\frac{{\rm{y}}}{{\rm{h}}}} \right)}^2}} \right]\)In this equation, the y = 0 axis lies equidistant between the plates at a distance h/2 from the two plates, p is the pressure variable and µ is the dynamic viscosity term. The maximum and average velocities are, respectively

A. \({{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{max}}}} = {\rm{\;}} - \frac{{{{\rm{h}}^2}}}{{8{\rm{\mu }}}}\frac{{{\rm{dp}}}}{{{\rm{dx}}}}\)and \({{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{avg}}}} = \frac{2}{3}{{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{max}}}}\)
B. \( {{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{max}}}} = \frac{{{{\rm{h}}^2}}}{{8{\rm{\mu }}}}\frac{{{\rm{dp}}}}{{{\rm{dx}}}}\)and \({{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{avg}}}} = \frac{2}{3}{{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{max}}}}\)
C. \({{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{max}}}} = {\rm{\;}} - \frac{{{{\rm{h}}^2}}}{{8{\rm{\mu }}}}\frac{{{\rm{dp}}}}{{{\rm{dx}}}}\)and \({{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{avg}}}} = \frac{3}{8}{{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{max}}}}\)
D. \( {{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{max}}}} = \frac{{{{\rm{h}}^2}}}{{8{\rm{\mu }}}}\frac{{{\rm{dp}}}}{{{\rm{dx}}}}\)and \({{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{avg}}}} = \frac{3}{8}{{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{max}}}}\)
Answer» B. \( {{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{max}}}} = \frac{{{{\rm{h}}^2}}}{{8{\rm{\mu }}}}\frac{{{\rm{dp}}}}{{{\rm{dx}}}}\)and \({{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{avg}}}} = \frac{2}{3}{{\rm{U}}_{{\rm{max}}}}\)
Discussion
60380.

With reference to a number greater than one, the difference between itself and its reciprocal is 25% of the sum of itself and its reciprocal. By how much percentage (correct one decimal place) is the fourth power of the number greater than its square?

A. 66.7
B. 57.8
C. 62.5
D. 64.5
Answer» B. 57.8
Discussion
60381.

With reference to a microprocessor, RISC stands for

A. Redefined Instruction Set Computer
B. Reduced Instruction Set Computer
C. Restructured Instruction Set Computer
D. Regional Instruction Set Computer
Answer» C. Restructured Instruction Set Computer
Discussion
60382.

With reference to a conservation organization called 'Wetlands International', which of the following statements is/are correct?1. It is an intergovernmental organization formed by the countries which are signatories to Ramsar Convention.2. It works at the field level to develop and mobilize knowledge, and use the practical experience to advocate for better policies.Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» C. Both 1 and 2
Discussion
60383.

With reference to 8085 microprocessor, which of the following statements are correct?1. The DAD instruction adds the contents of the specified register pair to the contents of the DE register pair2. The program counter is an instruction pointer3. Whenever an instruction uses the HL pointer, the addressing is called indirect addressing.4. HL register pair is also called data pointer

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1, 2 and 3
C. 2, 3 and 4
D. 2 and 4 only
Answer» D. 2 and 4 only
Discussion
60384.

With reference to 8085 microprocessor, which of the following statements are correct?1. INR is 1-byte instruction2. OUT is 2-byte instruction3. STA is 3-byte instruction

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer» E.
Discussion
60385.

With no reason to celebrate, the travelers went _____ dejected.

A. ahead
B. about
C. back
D. on
Answer» D. on
Discussion
60386.

With reference of Hath Yog, which of the following statement is/are correct?1. Hath Yog was practiced by Nathpanthis.2. Hath Yog technique was also adopted by the Sufis.Select the correct answer using the codes given below:Codes:

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» D. Neither 1 nor 2
Discussion
60387.

With ordinary main cable, __________ is used which does not need additional armouring.

A. Aluminium sheathing
B. Steel tape
C. Steel wire
D. None of the above
Answer» B. Steel tape
Discussion
60388.

With P starting the work, working on alternate days, P and Q can finish a work in 17 days. If Q works on the first day and Q and P work alternately, the work is finished in 53/3 days. How many days will each take individually to execute the work?

A. P = 35 days; Q = 35 days
B. P = 35/3 days; Q = 35 days
C. P = 12 days; Q = 35 days
D. P = 35 days; Q = 35/3 days
Answer» C. P = 12 days; Q = 35 days
Discussion
60389.

With OR operation, 1 + 1 =

A. 1
B. 0
C. 10
D. 2
Answer» B. 0
Discussion
60390.

with more buildings coming ___(4)____.

A. on
B. up
C. in
D. to
Answer» C. in
Discussion
60391.

With nothing ______ between.

A. Into
B. Inside
C. Onto
D. In
Answer» E.
Discussion
60392.

With negative feedback, the system stability and system gain respectively

A. Increases and increases
B. Increases and decreases
C. Decreases and increases
D. Decreases and decreases
Answer» C. Decreases and increases
Discussion
60393.

With more than how many tests conducted in the last 24 hours (21-22 May 2021), India has again set a new record for the highest number of tests conducted in a day?

A. 20.66 Lakh
B. 19.56 Lakh
C. 18.45 Lakh
D. 17.90 Lakh
E. 16.56 Lakh
Answer» B. 19.56 Lakh
Discussion
60394.

with joy. Even Nanda (5)__________

A. could not have
B. would not have
C. should not have
D. ought not have
Answer» B. would not have
Discussion
60395.

With Mahmud, came a scholar to India who wrote ‘Kitab-ul-Hind’. His name was

A. Utbi
B. Al-Barauni
C. Al-Masudi
D. All of the above
Answer» C. Al-Masudi
Discussion
60396.

With increasing cybersecurity violations, which of the following has tightened its supervision requirements for payment firms that store consumer data?

A. RBI
B. IRDAI
C. SIDBI
D. SEBI
E. NABARD
Answer» B. IRDAI
Discussion
60397.

With initial approximation of x1 = x2 = x3 = 0, what is the next value of x1 in the following set of simultaneous equations?27x1 + 6x2 - x3 = 816x1 + 15x2 + 2x3 = 75x1 + x2 + 50x3 = 110

A. 2.25
B. 3
C. 3.25
D. 4
Answer» C. 3.25
Discussion
60398.

With increasing temperature of intake air, IC engine efficiency

A. Decreases
B. increases
C. remains same
D. depends on other factors
Answer» B. increases
Discussion
60399.

With increase in pressure, the bulk modulus of elasticity

A. Increases
B. Decreases
C. Remains constant
D. Increases and the decreases
Answer» B. Decreases
Discussion
60400.

With increasing quantum number, the energy difference between adjacent energy levels in atoms:

A. Decreases first and then increases
B. Decreases
C. Increases
D. Remains constant
Answer» C. Increases
Discussion