Practice Questions (23 total · Page 1 of 2)
Q1
Which plant species commonly known as Sikkim Sundari is found in the high altitude alpine zones of the Eastern Himalayas?
Explanation:
Rheum nobile also known as padamchal or Sikkim Sundari is found at elevations of 4000 to 4800 metres.
Q2
What is the distinctive morphological feature of Rheum nobile that allows it to survive extreme Himalayan conditions?
Explanation:
Its translucent bracts trap heat and protect flowers from freezing winds and ultraviolet radiation.
Q3
What is the reproductive strategy of Rheum nobile?
Explanation:
Rheum nobile is monocarpic and flowers only once before dying.
Q4
Which state formally opposed the UGC circular mandating a third language in higher educational institutions in January 2026?
Explanation:
Tamil Nadu reaffirmed its two language policy of Tamil and English.
Q5
When was the two language policy first formulated in Tamil Nadu?
Explanation:
The two language policy was formulated in 1968 by C N Annadurai.
Q6
Under which List of the Constitution does education fall?
Explanation:
Education falls under Entry 25 of the Concurrent List.
Q7
What is the Jamma Bane land tenure system primarily associated with which district?
Explanation:
Jamma Bane is prevalent in Kodagu district of Karnataka.
Q8
The Karnataka Land Revenue Second Amendment Act 2025 modernised records of which land tenure system?
Explanation:
The amendment updated records of Jamma Bane lands.
Q9
What is the Tankai method revived by INSV Kaundinya?
Explanation:
The Tankai method is a stitched shipbuilding technique using coir ropes.
Q10
INSV Kaundinya is associated with which Southeast Asian kingdom?
Explanation:
Kaundinya is linked with the founding of the Kingdom of Funan.
Q11
What is the conservation status of dugongs on the IUCN Red List?
Explanation:
Dugongs are classified as Vulnerable.
Q12
What was the theme of the 77th Republic Day 2026?
Explanation:
The theme was 150 Years of Vande Mataram.
Q13
How many Padma Awards were conferred in 2026?
Explanation:
A total of 131 Padma Awards were approved.
Q14
Which Article of the Constitution abolishes titles?
Explanation:
Article 18 abolishes titles except military and academic distinctions.
Q15
When was the Election Commission of India established?
Explanation:
The Election Commission was established on 25 January 1950.
Q16
What was the amount involved in the Tiger Global Flipkart stake sale case?
Explanation:
The case involved USD 1.6 billion.
Q17
What was India's total installed power capacity as of November 2025?
Explanation:
Installed capacity reached around 509 GW.
Q18
What is the range of the Long Range Anti Ship Hypersonic Missile?
Explanation:
The missile has a range of about 1500 km.
Q19
What frequency band was de licensed for indoor WiFi use?
Explanation:
The 5925 to 6425 MHz band was de licensed.
Q20
What was the total nature negative finance in 2023 according to UNEP?
Explanation:
UNEP reported USD 7.3 trillion.