The question asks about the main content of the four Vedas composed during the Early Vedic period. To answer this, recall the primary nature and purpose of the Vedic texts.
Correct Option: D) Prayers and hymns. The Vedas are fundamentally collections of hymns (suktas) and prayers (mantras) dedicated to various Vedic gods like Indra, Agni, Surya, and Varuna. They were recited during sacrifices and rituals.
The question asks to identify the official language of the Indian state of Manipur. This requires knowledge of the linguistic demographics and official languages of Indian states, a common topic in general knowledge sections of competitive exams.
Correct Option: D) Meitei is the official language of the state of Manipur. It is also recognized as one of the 22 scheduled languages of India under the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution.
The question asks to identify the specific Article of the Indian Constitution that mandates the establishment of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC). This requires knowledge of the constitutional provisions related to the NCSC and other similar commissions or provisions for backward classes.
Article 338 of the Indian Constitution specifically deals with the National Commission for Scheduled Castes. It provides for a special officer for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, and later, through the 65th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1989, it was replaced by a multi-member National Commission for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. Subsequently, the 89th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2003 bifurcated this into two separate commissions: the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (under Article 338) and the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (under Article 338A).
Therefore, Article 338 is the correct answer.
B) Article 338 mandates the establishment of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes. This Article was originally for a Special Officer for SCs and STs, then for a combined commission, and finally, after the 89th Amendment Act, 2003, it exclusively deals with the National Commission for Scheduled Castes.
The question asks for the main advantage of road transport over railways. We need to evaluate each option based on the characteristics of both modes of transport.
A) Door-to-door service. Road transport offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing goods to be picked up from the exact point of origin and delivered directly to the final destination. This eliminates the need for multiple modes of transport and reduces handling, which saves time and cost, and minimizes the risk of damage. Railways, on the other hand, require goods to be transported to and from railway stations, necessitating additional road transport at both ends.
The question asks about a specific cricketing achievement (scoring 9000 runs in T20) by a particular date (May 2025). This is a factual recall question related to sports current affairs or general knowledge about prominent cricketers' records.
Correct Option: A) Virat Kohli was the first Indian batsman to score 9000 runs in T20 cricket, achieving this milestone in October 2020 during an IPL match. Therefore, by May 2025, he had already surpassed this mark, making him the correct answer.
The question asks about the primary targets of the Faraizi Movement's no-tax campaign. To answer this, we need to recall the historical context and objectives of the Faraizi Movement in British India.
A) Indigo planters and zamindars — The Faraizi Movement, particularly under Dudu Mian, launched a no-tax campaign primarily against the oppressive zamindars and the exploitative European indigo planters who were extracting heavy taxes and rents from the peasantry in Bengal.
The question asks to identify the specific mission under the National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) that focuses on promoting solar energy in India. This requires knowledge of the various missions launched under NAPCC and their respective objectives.
Correct Option: A) The National Solar Mission (also known as the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission or JNNSM) was launched in 2010 as one of the eight missions under the NAPCC. Its primary objective is to promote the development and use of solar energy for power generation and other applications, making India a global leader in solar energy.
The question asks to identify the scientist best known for their association with the theory of quantum mechanics, specifically its publication in 1925. This requires knowledge of the history of quantum physics and the key figures involved in its development.
Correct Option: A) Werner Heisenberg is widely credited with the formulation of matrix mechanics, which was one of the first complete and consistent formulations of quantum mechanics. He published his seminal work on this topic in 1925, making him the most appropriate answer for this question.
The question asks about the agency that launched the 'Medical Innovations Patent Mitra' in 2025. This requires knowledge of recent initiatives by major Indian scientific and healthcare organizations.
Correct Option: D) ICMR
The question asks to identify the leader who spearheaded the Munda Rebellion. This requires knowledge of significant tribal uprisings in Indian history and their key figures.
D) Birsa Munda
Birsa Munda was a prominent tribal leader and folk hero who spearheaded the Munda Rebellion (also known as 'Ulgulan' or 'Great Tumult') against the British Raj in the late 19th century. He is revered as 'Bhagwan' (God) by the Munda community and is a significant figure in the history of tribal resistance in India. His movement aimed to establish Munda Raj (self-rule) and protect tribal lands and culture from exploitation by colonial authorities and landlords.