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6651.

Under the "Kanya Vidya Dhan Yojna", the Government of Uttar Pradesh awards the motivational prize money, after clearing/passing which class?

A. 5th
B. 8th
C. 10th
D. 12th
Answer» E.
6652.

Suppose X is a set of size n. How many pairs of sets (A,B) exist such that, A ⊆ B ⊆ X .

A. 2n +1
B. 22n
C. 3n
D. 3n+1
Answer» D. 3n+1
6653.

The well known antibiotic penicillin is obtained from this plant group:

A. Algae
B. Fungi
C. Lichen
D. Angiosperm
Answer» C. Lichen
6654.

‘The Queen of Herbs’ is the most sacred herb of India. This medicinal plant has importance in Hindu mythology and has the scientific name Ocimum Sanctum. What is it commonly called?

A. Tulsi
B. Rosemary
C. Thyme
D. Coriander
Answer» B. Rosemary
6655.

The maximum number of electrons present in a shell is given by the formula-

A. 2n
B. 2n2
C. 2n + 1
D. n
Answer» C. 2n + 1
6656.

Three forces P, Q, R are acting at a point in a plane. The angle between P and Q, Q and R are 150° and 120° respectively, then for equilibrium, forces P, Q, R are in the ratio

A. 1 ∶ 2 ∶ 3
B. 1 ∶ 2 ∶ √3
C. 3 ∶ 2 ∶ 1
D. √3 ∶ 2 ∶ 1
Answer» E.
6657.

What does an information becomes after input into a computer?

A. Program
B. Software
C. Hardware
D. Data
Answer» E.
6658.

What is the chromosome Number of pairs in a human ovum?

A. None of these
B. 23
C. 47
D. 48
Answer» C. 47
6659.

Select the letter-cluster that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.BRH, ZUD, ?, VAV, TDR, RGN

A. XYZ
B. XZY
C. XXZ
D. XZZ
Answer» D. XZZ
6660.

Which of the following districts has 'Anashakti Ashram'?

A. Bageshwar
B. Nainital
C. Almora
D. Champawat
Answer» B. Nainital
6661.

Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statement is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.Statements: 1. Some buses are trucks.2. All trucks are vans.Conclusions:I. Some buses are vans.II. All vans are buses

A. Only conclusion I and II follows
B. Only conclusion I follows
C. Only conclusion II follows
D. Either conclusion I or II follows
Answer» C. Only conclusion II follows
6662.

Researchers refer to places where tigers are found not by states but by the term-

A. landscapes
B. deep forests
C. ecosystems
D. green belts
Answer» B. deep forests
6663.

Which of the following is NOT true with reference to a real number?

A. All irrational numbers are real numbers
B. A real number need not necessarily be a point on the number line
C. A Real number is unique
D. All rational numbers are real numbers
Answer» C. A Real number is unique
6664.

Which of the following has extended the date for implementation of framework for uniformity in the applicability of net asset value (NAV) across various schemes on the realisation of funds to Feb 1, 2021?

A. SEBI
B. RBI
C. SIDBI
D. NABARD
E. IRDAI
Answer» B. RBI
6665.

Two vertical poles of heights, 20 m and 80 m stand a part on a horizontal plane. The height (in meters) of the point of intersection of the lines joining the top of each pole to the foot of the other, from this horizontal plane is:

A. 15
B. 18
C. 12
D. 16
Answer» E.
6666.

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.LURK

A. Tremble
B. Vibrate
C. Prowl
D. Sing
Answer» D. Sing
6667.

Which of the following statements about the olive ridley turtles is/are correct?1. They are the smallest and most abundant of all sea turtles found in the world.2. They live in warm waters of Pacific, Atlantic and Indian Oceans.3. The Coromandel Coast in India is the largest mass nesting site for the olive ridley turtles.Select the correct Answer using the code given below.

A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1 only
Answer» C. 2 and 3 only
6668.

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows. Your answer to this question should be based on the passage only.The Global Financial Stability Report finds that the share of portfolio investments from advanced economies in the total debt and equity investments in emerging economies has doubled in the past decade to 12 percent. The phenomenon has implications for Indian policy makers as foreign portfolio investments in the debt and equity markets have been on the rise. The phenomenon is also flagged as a threat that could compromise global financial stability in a chain reaction, in the event of United States Federal Reserve's imminent reversal of its "Quantitative Easing" policy.Which among the following is the most rational and critical inference that can be made from the above passage?

A. Foregin portfolio investments are not good for emerging economies
B. Advanced economies undermine the global financial stability
C. India should desist from accepting foreign portfolio investments in the future
D. Emerging economies are at a risk of shock from advanced economies
Answer» E.
6669.

The following Bar graph shows information about results in the national level entrance exam by the institute “ABC” for the last 5 years.In the year 2014 how many ranks were scored from institute “ABC”?

A. 10
B. 30
C. 20
D. 40
Answer» B. 30
6670.

Select a suitable figure from the answer Figures that would replace the question mark (?).

A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
Answer» B. 2
6671.

When was Lok Sabha first constituted?

A. 1950
B. 1951
C. 1952
D. 1948
Answer» D. 1948
6672.

Solve: \(\sqrt {21.16} + \sqrt {79.21} + 8.9 = \;?\)

A. 22.6
B. 22.4
C. 22.2
D. 22.8
Answer» C. 22.2
6673.

There are three voltage sources. Voltage Source 1 gives 200V peak voltage; voltage Source 2 gives 100V peak which lags behind voltage Source 1 by 120 deg; and voltage Source 3 gives 100V peak which leads voltage Source 1 by 120 deg. If these voltage sources and a 1Ω resister are connected in series, what is the power dissipation in the resistor?

A. 2000W
B. 5000W
C. 2670W
D. 4000W
Answer» C. 2670W
6674.

The mean of first twenty positive even numbers is

A. 20
B. 18
C. 17
D. 21
Answer» E.
6675.

When was Central Arid Zone Research Institute set up?

A. 1971
B. 1966
C. 1959
D. 1985
Answer» D. 1985
6676.

The majority charge carriers in a p-type semiconductor are

A. Free electrons
B. Conduction electron
C. Ions
D. Holes
Answer» E.
6677.

Select the word-pair in which the two words are related in the same way as are the two words in the following word-pair.Merchant : Trade

A. Scientist : Expert
B. Lawyer : Court
C. Engineering : Science
D. Doctor : Treatment
Answer» E.
6678.

Union Budget and Railway Budget of India were merged in which year?

A. 2018
B. 2016
C. 2017
D. 2015
Answer» C. 2017
6679.

Which of the following passes cuts through Pir Panjal range and links Manali and Leh by road?

A. Banihal Pass
B. Baralachala Pass
C. Rohtang Pass
D. Nathula Pass
Answer» D. Nathula Pass
6680.

The ratio of the mass of hydrogen to the mass of oxygen is always ________.

A. 2 : 1
B. 1 : 8
C. 8 : 1
D. 1 : 2
Answer» C. 8 : 1
6681.

The moment of a force about any point is equal to the algebraic sum of moments of its components about that point is stated by:

A. Lufkin’s principle
B. Varignon’s principle
C. Henry’s principle
D. Avogadro’s principle
Answer» C. Henry’s principle
6682.

Select the option that is related to the third number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number3 : 25 :: 1 : ?

A. 10
B. 6
C. 8
D. 9
Answer» E.
6683.

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom:Under the weather

A. To feel wronged by friends
B. To be in low spirits
C. Feel strong and energetic
D. To face bad weather conditions
Answer» C. Feel strong and energetic
6684.

Rs. 480 is invested at simple interest. It becomes Rs. 520 after 20 months. What is the interest rate per annum?

A. 4%
B. 8%
C. 6%
D. 5%
Answer» E.
6685.

The energy of the wave travels in a direction _________________ to the wavefront.

A. tangential
B. parallel
C. lateral
D. perpendicular
Answer» E.
6686.

Read the following statements carefully:1.Indian army chief General Bipin Rawat said the army is planning to carry out joint training and exercise with the Indian Coast Guard.2.He said the coast guard and the Indian Navy maintain coastal security and maritime surveillance.3.After commissioning the coast guard's offshore patrol vessel (OPV) Veera, he said Veera would help the coast guard monitor maritime boundaries more effectively.Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A. Only 1
B. Only 1 and 2
C. Only 1 and 3
D. Only 2 and 3
E. All are correct
Answer» F.
6687.

What is \(\mathop {\lim }\limits_{{\rm{h}} \to 0} \frac{{\sqrt {2{\rm{x}} + 3{\rm{h}}} - \sqrt {2{\rm{x}}} }}{{2{\rm{h}}}}\) equal to?

A. \(\frac{1}{{2\sqrt {2{\rm{x}}} }}\)
B. \(\frac{3}{{\sqrt {2{\rm{x}}} }}\)
C. \(\frac{3}{{2\sqrt {2{\rm{x}}} }}\)
D. \(\frac{3}{{4\sqrt {2{\rm{x}}} }}\)
Answer» E.
6688.

Which is the largest bone in the human body?

A. Radius
B. Tibia
C. Femur
D. Humerus
Answer» D. Humerus
6689.

Which of the following statements regarding electrostatics of conductors is not true?

A. At the surface of a charged conductor, electrostatic field must be normal to the surface at every point
B. The interior of a conductor can have no excess charge in the static situation
C. Electrostatic potential rises linearly from zero at the centre of the conductor to maximum at the surface
D. Inside a conductor, electrostatic field is zero
Answer» D. Inside a conductor, electrostatic field is zero
6690.

The aggregate percentage of marks obtained by C are:

A. 92.20%
B. 94.09%
C. 95.21%
D. 91.17%
Answer» C. 95.21%
6691.

If a = (√2 + 1), b = (√2 - 1), then the value of \(\frac{1}{a\;+\;1}+\frac{1}{b\;+\;1}\) is

A. 9
B. 3
C. 2
D. 1
Answer» E.
6692.

Select the Answer Figure that is related to Problem Figure C in the same way as Problem Figure B is related to Problem Figure A.

A. 2
B. 1
C. 4
D. 3
Answer» D. 3
6693.

Which of the following Conditions need not be fulfilled for declaring an offence under Prevention of money laundering act?

A. There must be a commission of crime
B. There must be proceeds or gains out from the crime
C. The crime must have been committed beyond the countries border
D. There must be a transaction in respect of the proceeds of the crime
Answer» D. There must be a transaction in respect of the proceeds of the crime
6694.

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. In case no substitution is needed, select 'No substitution required'. I requested the audience to refrain from speaking during the show.

A. to restrain to
B. to restrict them for
C. No substitution required
D. to remain away from
Answer» D. to remain away from
6695.

Statement I): If degree of fixity at supports is lessened, the maximum hogging moment at the ends will decrease.Statement II): If degree of fixity at supports is lessened, the maximum sagging moment at mid-span decreases.

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» D. Statement I) is false, but Statement II) is true
6696.

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select no substitution requiredMore than 60% of India’s population live under the poverty line.

A. lives beside the poverty line
B. no subsitution required
C. live by the poverty line
D. lives below the poverty line
Answer» E.
6697.

Which of the following is not a compulsory task of a state?

A. Protection against external attacks
B. Management of money
C. Arrangement of entertainment
D. Tax collection
Answer» D. Tax collection
6698.

Which of the following clubs, founded in 1889, is the oldest Indian club still in operation as on January 2019?

A. North Imphal Sporting Association
B. Indian Bank Recreational Club
C. Calcutta Cricket & Football Club
D. Mohun Bagan Athletic Club
Answer» E.
6699.

The relation between the flux density (B) and magnetic flux intensity (H) is given by B = μH. What is the μ in this relation?

A. Magnetic susceptibility
B. Dielectric constant
C. Permeability of the medium
D. Permittivity
Answer» D. Permittivity
6700.

How many multiples of 7 are there from 1 to 100 which are not multiples of 4?

A. 14
B. 11
C. 10
D. 12
Answer» C. 10