Which of the following led to the introduction of English Education in India?
1. Character Act of 1813
2. General Committee of Public Instruction, 1823
3. Orientalist and Anglicist Controversy
Select the correct answer using the given below:
The question asks about the factors that led to the introduction of English Education in India. We need to evaluate each given statement to determine its role in this development.
All three points are interconnected and represent different stages or aspects of the process that led to the introduction of English education in India.
D) 1, 2 and 3 — All three statements correctly identify factors that contributed to the introduction of English Education in India. The Charter Act provided the funding, the General Committee of Public Instruction was the body that debated and decided on the educational policy, and the Orientalist and Anglicist Controversy was the ideological battle that ultimately led to the triumph of English education.
The question asks to identify an artificial lake from the given options. This requires knowledge of the origin (natural or artificial) of the lakes listed.
Correct Option: A) Kodaikanal (Tamil Nadu) is an artificial (man-made) lake, created for recreational and aesthetic purposes.
With reference to Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana, consider the following statement:
1. It is the flagship scheme of the Ministry of Labour and Employment.
2. It, among other things, will also impart training in soft skills, entrepreneurship, financial and digital literacy.
3. It aims to align the competencies of the unregulated workforce of the country to the National Skill Qualification Framework.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The question asks to identify the correct statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY). We need to evaluate each statement based on the known facts about the scheme.
C) 2 and 3 only
Statements 2 and 3 are correct, while statement 1 is incorrect. Thus, option C is the correct answer.
In 1920, which of the following changed itd name to "Swarajya Sabha"?
All India Home Rule League
Hindu Mahasabha
South Indian Liberal Federation
The Servants of India Society
The question asks about a historical event where a specific organization changed its name to "Swarajya Sabha" in 1920. This requires knowledge of the history of Indian nationalist movements and the evolution of various political organizations.
Correct Option: A) All India Home Rule League changed its name to "Swarajya Sabha" in 1920. This was a strategic move to broaden its appeal and align with the growing nationalist sentiment for Swaraj (self-rule) under Mahatma Gandhi's leadership, who became its president that year.
Which among the following events happened earliest?
Swami Dayanand established Arya Samaj.
Dinabandhu Mitra wrote Neeldarpan.
Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay wrote Anandmath.
Satyendranath Tagore became the first India to succeed in the Indian Civil Services Examination.
To determine which event happened earliest, we need to recall the chronological order of the given historical events related to Indian social and literary movements and administrative reforms.
Correct Option: B) Dinabandhu Mitra wrote Neeldarpan.
Which of the following is/are the possible consequence/s of heavy sand mining in riverbeds?
1. Decreased salinity in the river
2. Pollution of groundwater
3. Lowering of the water-table
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
The question asks about the possible consequences of heavy sand mining in riverbeds. We need to evaluate each statement to determine its validity.
Based on this evaluation, statements 2 and 3 are possible consequences, while statement 1 is incorrect.
B) 2 and 3 only. Heavy sand mining can lead to the pollution of groundwater and the lowering of the water table due to the disruption of natural filtration and groundwater recharge mechanisms.
With reference to agricultural soils, consider the following statements:
1. A high content of organic matter in soil drastically reduces its water-holding capacity.
2. Soil does not play any role in the sulphur cycle.
3. Irrigation over a period of time can contribute to the salinization of some agricultural lands.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The question asks us to evaluate three statements regarding agricultural soils and identify the correct one(s). We need to analyze each statement individually based on general knowledge of soil science and environmental processes.
B) 3 only
The question asks about the origin of the Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE). To answer this, one needs to recall key international conferences related to sustainable development and environmental policy, specifically identifying which conference led to the establishment of PAGE.
Correct Option: B) The United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development 2012, Rio de Janeiro
The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE) was indeed launched in 2013 as a direct outcome of the 2012 United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20). This conference highlighted the importance of a green economy in the context of sustainable development and poverty eradication. PAGE was established to provide a comprehensive package of support to countries interested in pursuing green economy pathways.
“3D printing” has applications in which of the following?
1. Preparation of confectionery items
2. Manufacture of bionic ears
3. Automotive industry
4. Reconstructive surgeries
5. Data processing technologies
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
1,3 and 4 only
2,3 and 5 only
1 and 4 only
1,2,3,4 and 5
The question asks to identify the applications of 3D printing from the given list. 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is a process of making three-dimensional solid objects from a digital file. It builds an object layer by layer, which allows for complex geometries and customized products. We need to evaluate each option to see if 3D printing is applicable.
Since 3D printing has applications in all the listed areas, the correct option should include all of them.
D) 1,2,3,4 and 5 — All the listed applications are valid uses of 3D printing technology, demonstrating its versatility across various sectors.
Consider the following statements:
1. The Barren Island volcano is an active volcano located in the Indian Territory.
2. Barren Island lies about 140 km east of Great Nicobar.
3. The last time the Barren Island volcano erupted was in 1991 and it has remained inactive since then.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The question asks us to identify the correct statements regarding the Barren Island volcano. We need to evaluate each statement based on geographical facts and recent volcanic activity.
A) 1 only. Based on our evaluation, only statement 1 is correct.