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2024
- In which of the following are hydrogels used? 1. Controlled drug delivery in patients 2. Mobile air-conditioning systems 3. Preparation of industrial lubricants Select the correct…Science and Technology
- Membrane Bioreactors are often discussed in the context of:Science and Technology
- Operations undertaken by the Army towards upliftment of the local population in remote areas to include addressing of their basic needs is called :Science and Technology
- Recently, the term 'pumped-storage hydropower' is actually and appropriately discussed in the context of which one of the following?Science and Technology
- What are the duties of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) as Head of the Department of Military Affairs? 1. Permanent Chairman of Chiefs of Staff Committee. 2. Exercise military…Science and Technology
- Which of the following is/are correctly matched in terms of equivalent rank in the three services of Indian Defence forces?Science and Technology
- Which one of the following is synthesised in human body that dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow?Science and Technology
- Which one of the following is the exhaust pipe emission from Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles, powered by hydrogen?Science and Technology
- Which one of the following words/phrases is most appropriately used to denote 'an interoperable network of 3D virtual worlds that can be accessed simultaneously by millions of…Science and Technology
- With reference to radioisotope thermoelectric generators (RTGs), consider the following statements: 1. RTGs are miniature fission reactors. 2. RTGs are used for powering the…Science and Technology
- Consider the following countries : 1. Italy 2. Japan 3. Nigeria 4. South Korea 5. South Africa Which of the above countries are frequently mentioned in the media for their low…World Affairs (International Relations)
- Consider the following pairs:World Affairs (International Relations)
- Consider the following statements : Statement-I : Sumed pipeline is a strategic route for Persian Gulf oil and natural gas shipments to Europe. Statement-II : Sumed pipeline…World Affairs (International Relations)
- Consider the following statements : Statement-I : There is instability and worsening security situation in the Sahel region. Statement-II : There have been military takeovers/coups…World Affairs (International Relations)
- Consider the following statements regarding World Toilet Organization: 1. It is one of the agencies of the United Nations. 2. World Toilet Summit, World Toilet Day and World Toilet…World Affairs (International Relations)
- Which of the following statements about ‘Exercise Mitra Shakti-2023’ are correct? 1. This was a joint military exercise between India and Bangladesh. 2. It commenced in Aundh…World Affairs (International Relations)
- Who of the following is the author of the books “The India Way” and “Why Bharat Matters”?World Affairs (International Relations)
2023
- "Souls are not only the property of animal and plant life, but also of rocks, running water and many other natural objects not looked on as living by other religious sects." The…Ancient and Medieval Indian History
- Consider the following dynasties: 1. Hoysala 2. Gahadavala 3. Kakatiya 4. Yadava How many of the above dynasties established their kingdoms in early eighth century AD?Ancient and Medieval Indian History
- Consider the following pairs:Ancient and Medieval Indian History
- In which one of the following regions was Dhanyakataka, which flourished as a prominent Buddhist centre under the Mahasanghikas, located?Ancient and Medieval Indian History
- Which one of the following explains the practice of 'Vattakirutal' as mentioned in Sangam poems?Ancient and Medieval Indian History
- Who among the following rulers of Vijayanagara Empire constructed a large dam across Tungabhadra River and a canal-cum-aqueduct several kilometres long from the river to the…Ancient and Medieval Indian History
- With reference to ancient India, consider the following statements: 1. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin. 2. Stupa was generally a repository of relics. 3. Stupa was a…Ancient and Medieval Indian History
- With reference to ancient South India, Korkai, Poompuhar and Muchiri were well known asAncient and Medieval Indian History
- Consider the following pairs with regard to sports awards:Art and Culture
- Consider the following statements in respect of the 44th Chess Olympiad, 2022: 1. It was the first time that Chess Olympiad was held in India. 2. The official mascot was named…Art and Culture
- Consider the following statements: Statement-I: 7th August is declared as the National Handloom Day. Statement-II: It was in 1905 that the Swadeshi Movement was launched on the…Art and Culture
- With reference to ancient Indian History, consider the following pairs:Art and Culture
- Consider the following activities: 1. Spreading finely ground basalt rock on farmlands extensively 2. Increasing the alkalinity of oceans by adding lime 3. Capturing carbon dioxide…Environment
- Consider the following statements regarding mercury pollution: 1. Gold mining activity is a source of mercury pollution in the world. 2. Coal-based thermal power plants cause…Environment
- Consider the following statements: 1. In India, the Biodiversity Management committees are key to the realization of the objectives of Nagoya Protocol. 2. The Biodiversity…Environment
- Consider the following statements: 1. Some microorganisms can grow in environments with temperature above the boiling point of water. 2. Some microorganisms can grow in…Environment
- Consider the following statements: 1. Some mushrooms have medicinal properties. 2. Some mushrooms have psychoactive properties. 3. Some mushrooms have insecticidal properties. 4.…Environment
- Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Carbon markets are likely to be one of the most widespread tools in the fight against climate change. Statement-II: Carbon markets…Environment
- Consider the following statements: Statement-I: Marsupials are not naturally found in India. Statement-II: Marsupials can thrive only in montane grasslands with no predators. Which…Environment
- Consider the following statements: Once the Central Government notifies an area as a 'Community Reserve' 1. the Chief Wildlife Warden of the State becomes the governing authority…Environment
- Consider the following: 1. Aerosols 2. Foam agents 3. Fire retardants 4. Lubricants In the making of how many of the above are hydrofluorocarbons used?Environment
- Invasive Species Specialist Group (that develops Global Invasive Species Database) belongs to which one of the following organizations?Environment
- Which of the following organisms perform waggle dance for others of their kin to indicate the direction and the distance to a source of their food?Environment
- Which one of the following makes a tool with a stick to scrap insects from a hole in a tree or a log of wood?Environment
- With reference to coal-based thermal power plants in India, consider the following statements: 1. None of them uses seawater. 2. None of them is set up in water-stressed district.…Environment
- With reference to green hydrogen, Consider the following statements: 1. It can be used directly as a fuel for internal combustion. 2. It can be blended with natural gas and used as…Environment
- About three-fourths of world's cobalt, a metal required for the manufacture of batteries for electric motor vehicles, is produced byGeography
- Consider the following countries: 1. Bulgaria 2. Czech Republic 3. Hungary 4. Latvia 5. Lithuania 6. Romania How many of the above-mentioned countries share a land border with…Geography
- Consider the following heavy industries: 1. Fertilizer plants 2. Oil refineries 3. Steel plants Green hydrogen is expected to play a significant role in decarbonizing how many of…Geography
- Consider the following pairs:Geography
- Consider the following statements: 1. Amarkantak Hills are at the confluence of Vindhya and Sahyadri Ranges. 2. Biligirirangan Hills constitute the easternmost part of Satpura…Geography
- Consider the following statements: 1. In a seismograph, P waves are recorded earlier than S waves. 2. In P waves, the individual particles vibrate to and fro in the direction of…Geography
- Consider the following statements: 1. India has more arable area than China. 2. The proportion of irrigated area is more in India as compared to China. 3. The average productivity…Geography