The question asks about the approximate time span of the Lower Palaeolithic period, specifically including the Acheulian phase, in India. This requires knowledge of the chronological divisions of the Stone Age in the Indian subcontinent.
Correct Option: A) 6,00,000–1,50,000 years BP. This range accurately represents the approximate duration of the Lower Palaeolithic period, including the Acheulian phase, in India.
The question asks about the organization responsible for Lok Adalats in India. To answer this, one needs to know the institutional framework for legal aid and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms in India.
Correct Option: B) National and State Legal Services Authorities are primarily responsible for organizing Lok Adalats in India, as per the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987. This includes NALSA at the national level and SLSAs at the state level, along with their subordinate bodies.
The question asks to identify the novel by Percival Everett that won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2025. This requires specific knowledge about recent literary awards.
Correct Option: C) James
The question asks to identify the institute where the 'Shri S. Ramakrishnan Centre of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Science Research' was launched in March 2025. This is a factual question related to recent developments in Indian educational and research institutions. To answer this, one needs to be aware of current affairs concerning major IITs.
A) Indian Institute of Technology, Madras - The 'Shri S. Ramakrishnan Centre of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Science Research' was launched at IIT Madras in March 2025. This centre is dedicated to advanced research in fluid dynamics and thermal sciences, areas critical for various engineering applications.
The question asks to identify the Indian state where Konkani is a prominently spoken language. This requires knowledge of the linguistic demographics of various Indian states.
Correct Option: C) Goa
Konkani is the official language of Goa and is widely spoken by its population. It is also spoken in parts of Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Kerala, but it is most prominent in Goa.
The question asks to identify a major difference between planted vegetation (cultivated by humans) and natural vegetation (grows on its own). We need to analyze each option to see which one highlights a fundamental distinction.
Correct Option: C) Human supervision involved. This is the fundamental distinction between natural vegetation (which grows without human intervention) and planted vegetation (which is cultivated and managed by humans).
Who is the 52nd Chief Justice of India?
Justice DY Chandrachud
Justice NV Ramana
Justice BR Gavai
Justice Sanjiv Khanna
The question asks to identify the 52nd Chief Justice of India. This requires knowledge of the chronological order of Chief Justices of India.
Correct Option: C) Justice BR Gavai
The question asks for the definition of 'net sown area'. This is a fundamental term in agricultural geography and economics, particularly relevant in the context of land use patterns and agricultural statistics. Understanding the precise definition of this term is crucial for competitive exams.
A) Total area cultivated with crops during the year. The net sown area is the total area sown with crops and orchards. This area is counted only once, even if two or more crops are grown on the same land in a year. It represents the actual physical area under cultivation.
The question asks about the main aim of globalisation. Globalisation is an economic process that involves increasing interconnectedness and interdependence among countries. Understanding its core principles will help identify the correct option.
Correct Option: D) Integrate the Indian economy with the world
The question asks to identify the activity that was NOT part of the Non-cooperation Movement launched by Mahatma Gandhi in 1920. The core principle of this movement was non-violence (Ahimsa) and peaceful resistance against British rule. We need to evaluate each option against this core principle and the known features of the movement.
Correct Option: A) violent attacks on officials