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28-12-2020 MCQs Test

10 Questions

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1. Consider the following statements:

  1. The US National Ice Center (USNIC) is responsible for naming icebergs.
  2. South Georgia is an island in the northern Atlantic Ocean that is part of the British Overseas Territory.

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

 
 
 
 

2. Identify a correct statement pertaining to the Monpa handmade paper:

 
 
 
 

3. Which of the following statements are correct regarding the Namghars?

  1. These are the worship places for Buddhist community in Tawang district, Arunachal Pradesh.
  2. They function as theatres for dramatic performances.
  3. They are also called the kirtanghar.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

 
 
 
 

4. Consider the following statements regarding the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY SEHAT:

  1. It will provide a treatment in government and private hospitals in Jammu and Kashmir only.
  2. It will provide a financial cover of Rs. 5 lakh per family for in-patient care and surgical procedures.

Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

 
 
 
 

5. Identify a correct statement regarding the Thoubal Multipurpose Project:

 
 
 
 

6. World Economic League Table (WELT) is released by:

 
 
 
 

7. Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the Radio waves?

  1. These waves have the shortest wavelength in the electromagnetic spectrum.
  2. They travel at the speed of light.
  3. A radio antenna is used to receive radio signals from AM or FM radio stations.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

 
 
 
 

8. Match the following:

Type of Inflation Define
1.       Demand-Pull Inflation a.       Increase the cost of goods and services for the customers by firms to address a high demand for wages.
2.       Cost-Push Inflation b.      Due to an increase in aggregate demand in the economy
3.       Built-in Inflation c.       Due to an increase in indirect taxes

Which of the following codes is correct?

 
 
 
 

9. Consider the following statements regarding the discretionary powers of the Governor:

  1. Withholds his/her assent to a bill and send it to the President for his approval.
  2. Advises the President to proclaim emergency if the conditions in state are not viable for normal conduct of the government.
  3. Dismiss the government, if the cabinet no longer holds the confidence of the house.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

 
 
 
 

10. Which of the following features suitably describes the nature of Zero Coupon bonds?

  1. The coupon rate is zero and the issuer is only applicable to repay the principal amount to the investor.
  2. These bonds are backed up by the private banks and real estate companies.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

 
 
 
 
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