The question asks to identify the Indian opposition leader who discussed concerns about democratic backsliding at Brown University in April 2025. This requires knowledge of recent political events and public appearances of prominent Indian political figures.
Correct Option: C) Rahul Gandhi
The question asks to identify the type of mass movement characterized by saturated soil and debris flowing down a slope during heavy rainfall. We need to evaluate each option based on its definition and characteristics.
Correct Option: B) Mudflow
The question asks about the century in which the Sannyasi-Fakir Rebellion began. To answer this, we need to recall the historical period of this specific rebellion.
The rebellion was a response to the economic distress caused by the Bengal Famine of 1770 and the restrictive policies of the British East India Company, which prevented pilgrims from visiting holy places and imposed high taxes.
D) 18 th — The Sannyasi-Fakir Rebellion began around 1770, which is in the second half of the 18th century (1701-1800).
The question asks about a specific fundamental duty added by a particular constitutional amendment. To answer this, one needs to recall the provisions of the Constitution (Eighty-sixth Amendment) Act, 2002, and its impact on Fundamental Duties.
Correct Option: D) To provide education to children aged six to fourteen years. This duty was added as Article 51A(k) by the Constitution (Eighty-sixth Amendment) Act, 2002, making it a fundamental duty of parents/guardians.
The question asks to identify the Pakistani Prime Minister who signed the 'Delhi Pact' with Jawaharlal Nehru to resolve peace issues following the Partition of India. This requires knowledge of key historical figures and agreements related to the India-Pakistan partition.
Correct Option: C) Liaquat Ali Khan was the first Prime Minister of Pakistan and was in office when the Delhi Pact was signed in 1950 with Jawaharlal Nehru.
The question asks why tribal settlements in India are typically found in remote and forested areas. This requires understanding the historical and socio-economic relationship between tribal communities and their environment.
Correct Option: B) Because forests provide natural resources and livelihood. This option accurately reflects the primary reason for tribal settlements being located in forested areas. Forests are integral to their economy, culture, and survival, offering food, shelter, medicine, and raw materials.
The question asks about the primary rock types forming the Peninsular Plateau of India. This requires knowledge of the geological history and composition of this major physiographic division of India.
Correct Option: C) Old crystalline, igneous and metamorphic rocks. This accurately describes the fundamental geological composition of the Peninsular Plateau, which is a remnant of ancient continental crust.
The question asks for the publication year of John Dalton's atomic theory. This requires knowledge of the historical development of atomic theory.
Correct Option: A) 1808 is the correct year when John Dalton published the complete version of his atomic theory in A New System of Chemical Philosophy.
The question asks to identify the Indian state where the world's first fully solar-powered airport is located. This requires knowledge of significant environmental and infrastructure achievements in India.
Correct Option: C) Kerala. The Cochin International Airport (CIAL) in Kerala is the world's first airport to be fully powered by solar energy. It achieved this milestone in 2015, making it a pioneer in sustainable aviation.
The question asks about a specific collaboration between Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) and Norway's Kongsberg for building India's first vessel in a particular category. This requires knowledge of recent defense and maritime industry news and collaborations.
Correct Option: C) Polar research vessel