1. Consider the following statements about the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA):

It was founded by Indira Gandhi in 1985.
It is a self-contained institute under the control of the Union Ministry of Culture.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

2. What is/are Public Accounts Committee (PAC)?

It was introduced in 1921 after its first mention in the Government of India Act, 1919 also called Montford Reforms.

It examines public expenditure.

The members of the committee are elected annually by the Parliament from amongst its members.

All the above

3. What is Superconducting Fault Current Limiter (SFCL)?

It makes use of a superconductor, which permits current to flow without dissipation under normal conditions.

It protects the grid from huge current surges and the resulting fires.

It predicts when current surges will occur and alert the system.

All the above

4. What is Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS)?

It causes low red blood cells count.
Vaccine-induced immune thrombotic thrombocytopenia (VITT) happens in extremely rare cases because of ultra-rare side-effects from vaccines.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

5. Consider the following statements about the National Committee on Dam Safety:

It consists Chairman of the Central Water Commission.
There will be a maximum of seven state government officials and three specialists.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

6. What is the National Dam Safety Authority, according to Dam Safety Bill?

It would be based in Delhi.
It would be led by an official below the rank of Additional Secretary to the Government of India.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

7. Consider the following statements :

Right to seek default bail under Section 167(2) of the Criminal Procedure Code stems from Article 21 of the Constitution.
It is a basic right, not only a legislative right.
It has been determined that it is an inalienable component of the right to personal liberty protected by Article 21 of the Constitution.

Which of the above statements are correct?

1 and 2 only

2 and 3 only

1 and 3 only

1, 2 and 3

8. What is Hallmark Unique Identification (HUID)?

HUID code is a six-digit alphanumeric code.

It is given to each item of jewellery during the hallmarking process and is unique to that piece.

The hallmark is made up of three symbols that provide information about the item of jewellery.

All the above

9. Which of the following pair/s is/are incorrectly matched regarding puppets practised in their respective states?

Kalasutri Bahulya: Odisha
Sakhi kandhei: Maharashtra
Putala Natch: Assam
Kathputli: Rajasthan

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

1 only

1 and 2 only

3 and 4 only

2, 3 and 4 only

10. What is the Ionospheric Connection Explorer (ICON)?

It is a satellite that studies changes in the Earth’s ionosphere.
ICON examines interaction between Earth’s weather systems and space weather caused by the Sun.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

1 only

2 only

Both 1 and 2

Neither 1 nor 2

Is fire hot or cold?

06-12-2021 MCQs Test

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