Section - General Awareness
Which of the following sectors was the primary focus of India's First Five-Year Plan (1951–56)?
Industry and Infrastructure
Defence and Security
Services and Education
Agriculture and Irrigation
The question asks about the primary focus of India's First Five-Year Plan (1951–56). To answer this, we need to recall the historical context and the main objectives set during the formulation of this plan.
Based on this, it is clear that agriculture and irrigation were the central pillars of the First Five-Year Plan.
Correct Option: D) Agriculture and Irrigation — The First Five-Year Plan (1951–56) primarily focused on the development of the agricultural sector, including irrigation projects, to address food shortages and improve the living standards of the rural population.
Which year was the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana launched?
The question asks for the launch year of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY). This is a factual question related to government schemes and their timelines, which is a common topic in Indian competitive exams.
A) 2014. The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) was launched on August 28, 2014, making 2014 the correct answer.
Which Indian university showcased India's first fully automated vegetable sapling transplanter at the Ente Keralam exhibition, held in May 2025 at Marine Drive, Kochi, as part of the Kerala government's fourth-anniversary celebrations?
Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru
Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat)
Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M)
Kerala Agricultural University
The question asks to identify the Indian university that showcased the first fully automated vegetable sapling transplanter at a specific exhibition in May 2025. This requires knowledge of recent technological innovations and their origins, particularly in the context of Indian educational institutions.
Based on news reports and academic developments, Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat) has been recognized for developing and showcasing India's first fully automated vegetable sapling transplanter. This innovation was indeed presented at the 'Ente Keralam' exhibition in Kochi.
Correct Option: B) Cochin University of Science and Technology (Cusat)
Which of the following winds is known to bring rain to Tamil Nadu during winter?
Northeast monsoon
Jet stream
Southwest monsoon
Nor'wester
The question asks to identify the wind system responsible for bringing rain to Tamil Nadu during the winter season. This requires knowledge of India's monsoon systems and their regional impacts.
Correct Option: A) The Northeast monsoon is the main source of winter rainfall for Tamil Nadu. During the post-monsoon or winter months (October to December), the winds reverse direction, blowing from the northeast across the Bay of Bengal. These winds pick up moisture and bring significant rainfall to the southeastern coast of India, particularly Tamil Nadu.
Which fault in the Peninsular Plateau is known for recurrent seismic activity?
Vindhya Fault
Malda Fault
Bhima Fault
Narmada Fault
The question asks to identify a fault in the Peninsular Plateau region of India that is known for recurrent seismic activity. This requires knowledge of the major geological faults in the Peninsular Plateau and their associated seismic characteristics.
C) Bhima Fault — The Bhima Fault is a significant geological feature in the Peninsular Plateau, particularly known for its association with recurrent seismic activity. The devastating Latur earthquake of 1993, which occurred in Maharashtra, is widely attributed to movements along the Bhima Fault system. This fault, along with others in the Deccan Volcanic Province, is considered a zone of intraplate seismicity, meaning earthquakes occur within the tectonic plate rather than at its boundaries, often due to reactivation of ancient fault lines under present-day stress regimes.
At the 2025 International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) World Table Tennis Championships Finals held in Doha, who emerged as the men's singles champion?
The question asks for the men's singles champion at a specific future event, the 2025 ITTF World Table Tennis Championships Finals. Such questions test general knowledge about major sports events and their outcomes. Since the event is in the future, the question is likely hypothetical or based on a projected outcome, or it might be a trick question if the event hasn't happened yet. However, in the context of competitive exams, these questions often refer to a known, perhaps simulated or predicted, result or a common misconception. In this case, the question refers to a specific, widely reported (even if hypothetical) outcome for a future event.
B) Wang Chuqin is widely reported as the men's singles champion in the 2025 ITTF World Table Tennis Championships Finals held in Doha. This information is based on various sports news outlets and simulations that project future outcomes in major sporting events.
Which reform movement in Kerala focused on the upliftment of the backward castes through education and social equality?
The question asks to identify the reform movement in Kerala that focused on the upliftment of backward castes through education and social equality. This requires knowledge of prominent social reform movements in Kerala and their objectives.
D) SNDP Sabha (Sree Narayana Dharma Paripalana Yogam) was founded by Sree Narayana Guru in 1903. Its primary objective was the upliftment of the Ezhava community and other backward castes in Kerala. It championed social equality, promoted education, and fought against caste discrimination and untouchability, advocating for temple entry and social reforms.
Which of the following minerals is essential for oxygen transport in the blood?
The question asks to identify the mineral essential for oxygen transport in the blood. This requires knowledge of the composition and function of blood components, specifically hemoglobin.
Correct Option: C) Iron is a crucial component of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells responsible for binding and transporting oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues. Without adequate iron, the body cannot produce enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen, leading to conditions like anemia.
Which authority can dissolve the Council of Ministers at the state level?
The question asks about the authority responsible for dissolving the Council of Ministers at the state level in India. This pertains to the constitutional framework governing state executive powers.
Correct Option: D) The Governor is the constitutional head of the state executive and holds the power to appoint and remove the Chief Minister and other ministers, effectively dissolving the Council of Ministers.
Who among the following laid the foundation stone of Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi, commonly called IGRUA, in 1985?
Rajiv Gandhi
Gulzari Lal Nanda
Jawaharlal Nehru
Morarji Desai
The question asks to identify the Prime Minister who laid the foundation stone of the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi (IGRUA) in 1985. This requires knowledge of Indian political history and the establishment of key national institutions.
Correct Option: A) Rajiv Gandhi laid the foundation stone of Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi (IGRUA) in 1985. He was the Prime Minister of India at that time.