The question asks to identify the meaning of the term "gomat" in the Rigveda. This requires knowledge of ancient Indian history and the vocabulary used in Vedic texts.
Correct Option: C) A wealthy person
The question asks to identify the two parties that signed a landmark Digital Trade Agreement (DTA) in May 2025. This requires knowledge of recent international trade agreements, specifically focusing on digital trade.
Correct Option: B) European Union and Singapore
The question asks to identify the region where Rani Avantibai Lodhi led an army against the British. This requires knowledge of her historical role and the geographical context of her rebellion during the 1857 Sepoy Mutiny.
D) Mandla region of Madhya Pradesh — Rani Avantibai Lodhi was the queen of Ramgarh in the Mandla region of Madhya Pradesh. She actively participated in the 1857 revolt, raising an army to fight against the British who had taken over her state's administration.
The question asks to identify the primary function of dietary fibre in the human diet. We need to evaluate each option based on the known physiological roles of dietary fibre.
C) Aids digestion — Dietary fibre is crucial for a healthy digestive system. It adds bulk to stool, facilitating its passage through the intestines and preventing constipation. It also helps maintain gut health by feeding beneficial gut bacteria.
The question asks about the type of cancer diagnosed by HPV testing kits developed in India. This requires knowledge of the association between Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and specific cancers.
Correct Option: D) Cervical cancer is strongly linked to Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection. HPV testing kits are specifically designed to detect the presence of high-risk HPV types, which are the primary cause of cervical cancer. Therefore, these kits are developed for the diagnosis and screening of cervical cancer.
The question asks to identify the scientist credited with publishing the first widely recognized version of the periodic table in 1869. This requires knowledge of the history of the periodic table and the contributions of key scientists.
Correct Option: B) Dmitri Mendeleev is credited with publishing the first widely recognized version of the periodic table in 1869. His work was groundbreaking because he arranged elements by atomic mass and predicted the properties of unknown elements, which were later discovered and matched his predictions.
The question asks to identify the members of the States Reorganisation Commission (SRC) formed in 1953. This requires knowledge of key historical figures involved in India's post-independence administrative restructuring.
A) HN Kunzru, KM Panikkar, Fazl Ali
This option correctly lists the three members of the States Reorganisation Commission (SRC) formed in 1953. Fazl Ali was the chairman, and H.N. Kunzru and K.M. Panikkar were the other two members.
The question asks to identify the first European power to reach India via a sea route. This requires knowledge of the history of European exploration and the arrival of various European trading companies in India.
Correct Option: B) The Portuguese were the first European power to arrive in India by sea route. Vasco da Gama's arrival in 1498 at Calicut established this direct maritime link.
The question asks to identify a tribe primarily found in the north-eastern part of India. This requires knowledge of the geographical distribution of major tribal groups in India.
Correct Option: B) Nagas are a prominent tribal community predominantly found in the North-Eastern states of India, particularly Nagaland, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, and parts of Assam. They are known for their distinct culture, traditions, and languages.
On which date did ISRO attempt its 101st launch, which could not be accomplished due to technical problems during its third stage?
The question asks for the specific date of ISRO's 101st launch attempt, which failed due to a technical problem in its third stage. This requires knowledge of specific historical events related to ISRO's launch history.
B) 18 May 2025. This option is designated as the correct answer, implying that ISRO's hypothetical 101st launch attempt, which failed in its third stage, is associated with this date in the context of the question. Without further context or a specific reference for this hypothetical event, it's challenging to provide a historical basis. However, in competitive exams, sometimes such specific (and perhaps hypothetical) details are tested.