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1. Who published the Human Development Index (HDI)?

Ans. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

2. When did the Indochina war take place?

Ans. The Indochina War took place between 1946 - April 1975.

3. Who was the last Viceroy of India?

Ans. Lord Louis Mountbatten

4. The term "ecosystem" was first coined by

Ans. Sir Arthur G. Tansley

5. Name the nodal agency of the 'Fly Ash Management and Utilisation Mission'?

Ans. Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change

6. What is the theme of World Leprosy Day 2022?

Ans. The theme for World Leprosy Day 2022 is 'United for Dignity'.

7. Where is Lake Albert located?

Ans. Lake Albert is also known as Albert Nyanza and Lake Mobutu Sese Seko. It is the
northernmost of the lakes in the Western Rift Valley, in east-central Africa, and lies on the
border between Congo (Kinshasa) and Uganda.

8. The 'CLAP' programme was launched by which Indian state or UT?

Ans. Andhra Pradesh launched the 'CLAP' programme. The Andhra Pradesh government started
the Clean Andhra Pradesh (CLAP)-Jagananna Swachha Sankalpam programme to clean up rural
areas, improve sanitation conditions, and waste management with public participation.

9. What is a Wildlife Sanctuary?

Ans. It is an area where animal habitats and their surroundings are protected from any sort of
disturbance. In these regions, the capturing, killing, and poaching of animals is strictly
prohibited. The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, established Protected Areas in India.

10. Where is the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary situated?

Ans. Kerala
11. What is IVFRT Scheme?

Ans. IVFRTis the Immigration Visa Foreigners Registration Tracking Scheme, which has been
approved by the government for a period till March 31st, 2026. Its main objective is the
modernisation and upgrading of immigration and visa services.

12. Where is Zmiinyi Island, or Snake Island, located?

Ans. The island is located in the Balck Sea, near the Danube Delta. It belongs to Ukraine. It
plays a crucial role in delimiting the territorial waters of Ukraine.

13. When was the Landholders' society established?

Ans. Landholders' society was established in 1838.

14. When was the All India Women's Conference (AIWC) launched by Margaret Cousins?

Ans. In 1927, the All India Women's Conference (AIWC) was launched by Margaret Cousin.

15. Which vitamins help in the clotting of blood?

Ans. Vitamin K helps in the clotting of blood.

16. For what purpose are antipyretic medicines used?

Ans. Antipyretic medicines reduce fever.

17. Who wrote “Masir-i-Alamgiri”?

Ans. Iswar Das Nagar

18. Who built the Konark Sun Temple?

Ans. Narshimhadeva I built the Konark Sun Temple.

19. Who is the author of ‘Kalpasutra’?

Ans. Bhadrabahu penned ‘Kalpasutra ’.

20. Name an alloy of mercury?

Ans. Amalgam

21. When did Gemelli Careri, an Italian traveller, visit India?

Ans. In 1695 AD, Gemelli Careri, an Italian traveller, visited India.

22. What are leucoplasts?

Ans. They are a group of plastids that consist of various differentiated colourless organelles with
different functions. They act as a store for starch in non-green tissues like roots, tubers, or seeds.

23. Why do stars twinkle?

Ans. Because of the phenomenon of refraction of light, stars twinkle.

24. Name the parliament of Russia?

Ans. Vladimir Putin

25. Low grade brown coal is called

Ans. Lignite

26. Which state is the oldest producer of oil?

Ans. Assam

27. Metallurgical coal used in the smelting of iron ore is

Ans. Bituminous

28. Which state is the leading producer of Iron ore?

Karnataka

29. Name one non-metallic mineral

Ans. Limestone

30. What are the negative factors that cause such fearful depletion of the flora and fauna?

Ans. Housing Plans, Mining, & Factories Infrastructure

31. What is horticulture?

Ans. The branch of agriculture deals with the art, science, technology, and business of plant
cultivation.

32. Name one Rabi crop

Ans. Wheat

33. Name one important beverage crop of India.

Ans. Coffee and Tea

34. Which state is the leading producer of Bauxite ore?

Ans. Orissa

35. Which plateau produces a maximum of minerals?

Ans. Chhotanagpur

36. Which state is the leading producer of gold?

Ans. Karnataka

37. Which coal is used for commercial use?

Ans. Bituminous Coal

38. What is the metal inside the wire?

Ans. Copper

39. Which mineral is used as fertilizer in the field?

Ans. Potash

40. Which mineral is used in Aircraft making industry?

Ans. Bauxite

41. What is a ferrous mineral?

Ans. Iron ore

42. . Who said the famous slogan, "Tum Mujhe Khoon Do, Main Tumhe Aazadi Dunga'?

A. Rabindranath Tagore
B. Bhagat Singh
C. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose
D. Mangal Pandey
Ans. C
Explanation: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was an Indian nationalist whose patriotism towards
India has left a mark in the hearts of many Indians. He is famously known as the founder of
'Azad Hind Fauj' and his famous slogan is 'Tum Mujhe Khoon Do, Main Tumhe Aazadi Dunga'.

43. . Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct regarding the grassland ecosystem?

A. These are known by different names in different regions of the world like steppes in Europe
and Asia, pampas in South America, Veldt in South Africa.
B. It is one of the most widespread of all major vegetation in the world.
C. Both A and B
D. Only A

Ans. C
Explanation: Grasslands are the areas that are dominated by a nearly continuous cover of
grasses. It is one of the most widespread of all major vegetation in the world. These are known
by different names in different regions of the world like steppes in Europe and Asia, pampas in
South America, Veldt in South Africa, and Downs in Australia.

44. Which of the following diseases is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin C?

A. Scurvy
B. Bleeding Gums
C. Chronic Inflammation and Oxidative Stress
D. All the above

Ans. D
Explanation: Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that is to be consumed in the everyday life of a
person. It is present in certain foods and vegetables and is a vitamin to watch out for. Vitamin C
is a water-soluble vitamin and an antioxidant that protects the cells and tissues of the body.
Diseases caused by the deficiency of Vitamin C are scurvy, chronic inflammation and oxidative
stress, poor hair, bleeding gums, anaemia, and poor metabolism.

45. Which of the following is a root vegetable?

A. Carrot
B. Cassava
C. Onion
D. All the above

Ans. D
Explanation: Carrot, Cassava, and Onion all are root vegetables.

46. Which of the following are disaccharides?

1. Fructose
2. Glucose
3. Sucrose
4. Lactose

Choose the correct answer

A. 1 and 2
B. 2 and 3
C. 3 and 4
D. 1, 2 and 3

Ans. C
Explanation: Sucrose and Lactose are disaccharides.

47. Which of the following officers was present in the village during the Mughal
administration?

A. Muqaddam
B. Patwari
C. Chowkidar
D. All the above

Ans. D
Explanation: During the Mughal administration, the village officers were Muqaddam,
Patwari, and Chowkidar.

48. In which of the following years was India's first national park, the Hailey National
Park, established?

A. 1930
B. 1932
C. 1936
D. 1939

Ans. C
Explanation: In 1936, India's first national park, the Hailey National Park, was established.

49. Which of the following Article of the Indian Constitution states "Equality of
Opportunity in public employment"?

A. Article 16
B. Article 17
C. Article 18
D. Article 19
Ans. A
Explanation: Article 16 of Fundamental Rights states that no citizen shall on grounds only of
religion, race, caste, sex, descent, place of birth, residence, or any of them, be ineligible for or
discriminated against in respect of any employment or office under the state.

50. What is the boiling point of 'Heavy Water'?

A. 101.4 °C
B. 102.4 °C
C. 103.6 °C
D. None of the above

Ans. A
Explanation: The boiling point of 'Heavy Water' is 101.4 °C.

51. Consider the following statements regarding antigens.

1. Antigens are also known as immunogens.

2. Antigens are molecules capable of reviving or stimulating an immune response.

Which of the following statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Ans. C

Explanation: Antigens are also known as immunogens. They are substances or toxins in the
blood that trigger the body to fight them. They are molecules capable of reviving or stimulating
an immune response.

52. Which of the following city is known as the Manchester of South India?

A. Coimbatore
B. Chennai
C. Madurai
D. Mysuru

Ans. A
Explanation: Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) is known as the Manchester of South India.

53. Consider the following statements.

1. ‘Left-wing’ is called so as in the French revolution the anti-monarchy revolutionaries were
seated on the left side of the hall.
2. Right-wing originated in the French Revolution during 1789-1799.

Which of the following statement(s) given above is/are right.

A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Ans. C
Explanation: ‘Left-wing’ is called so as in the French revolution the anti-monarchy
revolutionaries were seated on the left side of the hall. On the other hand, the Right-wing
originated in the French Revolution during 1789-1799. Here the various supporters of the
Monarchy were seated on the right side of the National Assembly hall.

54. In which of the following state of India Valmiki Tiger Reserve is located?

A. Chattisgarh
B. Jharkhand
C. Bihar
D. Madhya Pradesh

Ans. C
Explanation: Valmiki Tiger Reserve is located in the India Nepal border in the West Champaran
district of Bihar.

55. Consider the following statements regarding Dudhwa National park.

1. It is an IUCN Category II park (national park).

2. It is in an area of 1284 square kilometres which means 495 square miles and includes three
major forest fragments. The area is majorly agricultural land.
3. The northeastern boundary of the park is shared with Nepal by the Mohana River.

Which of the following statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2
B. 2 and 3
C. 1 and 3
D. 1, 2 and 3

Ans. D
Explanation:
Dudhwa National Park: It is an IUCN Category II park (national park). It is in an area of 1284
square kilometres which means 495 square miles and includes three major forest fragments. The
area is majorly agricultural land. The northeastern boundary of the park is shared with Nepal by
the Mohana River.

56. Consider the following statements regarding the pancreas.

1. It is an organ present in the back of the abdomen (belly).

2. It is not a part of the digestive system.

57. Which of the following statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Ans. A
Explanation: The pancreas is an organ in the back of your abdomen (belly). It is part of the
digestive system. It contains glands that release substances to help with digestion and control
blood sugar.

58. Who of the following founded the provincial kingdom of Awadh?

A. Saadat Khan Burhan ul Mulk

B. Wajid Ali Shah
C. Safdar Jung/ Adbdul Mansur
D. Asaf-ud-daula

Ans. A
Explanation: Saadat Khan Burhan-ul-Mulk (AD 1722-1739): He founded Awadh as an
autonomous state in AD 1722. He was appointed as governor by Mughal Emperor Muhammad
Shah and played a very important role in imperial affairs during the Nadir Shah invasion.

59. Consider the following statements regarding Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council.

1. Uttar Pradesh's Vidhan Parishad is the largest of all

2. It is a permanent House, consisting of 100 members.
3. It came into existence by the Government of India Act of 1935.

60. Which of the following statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2
B. 2 and 3
C. 1 and 3
D. 1, 2 and 3

Ans. D
Explanation:

Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council:

- Uttar Pradesh's Vidhan Parishad is the largest of all.

- It is a permanent House, consisting of 100 members.

- It came into existence by the Government of India Act of 1935.

- The first meeting of the Legislative Council was held on 29 July 1937.

62. Which of the following carries the process of cell respiration?

A. Nucleus
B. Golgi Body
C. Mitochondria
D. None of the above

Ans. C
Explanation: The process of cell respiration takes place in Mitochondria.

63. Who introduced the Shaka era?

A. Kanishka
B. Bimbisara
C. Ajatshatru
D. Udayin

Ans. A
Explanation: Kanishka introduced the Shaka era.

64. Which of the following state of India is known as 'Silicon State'?

A. Maharashtra
B. Karnataka
C. Bihar
D. Jharkhand

Ans. B
Explanation: Karnataka is known as the 'Silicon State' of India.

65. When is National Science Day Observed?

A. 20 February
B. 28 February
C. 3 March
D. 21 March

Ans. B
Explanation: National Science Day is observed on 28 February to pay tribute to Dr C.V Raman
for his discovery Raman Effect.

66. What is the theme of International Women's Day 2022?

A. Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow.

B. Sustainable future
C. Women in leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19 world
D. I am Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights

Ans. A
Explanation: The theme of International Women's Day 2022 is "Gender equality today for a
sustainable tomorrow", according to the UN.

67. When did the Bundela Revolt take place?

A. 1840
B. 1842
C. 1850
D. 1855

Ans. B
Explanation: Bundela Revolt took place in 1842.

68. Who was the chief architect of the Taj Mahal?

A. Shah Jahan
B. Ustad Aḥmad Lahawrī
C. Ustad Bismillah Khan
D. Ustad Amjad Ali Khan

Ans. B

Explanation: The chief architect of the Taj Mahal was Ustad Aḥmad Lahawrī who was an
Indian of Persian descent.

69. Consider the following statements.

1. ‘Left-wing’ is called so as in the French revolution the anti-monarchy revolutionaries were

seated on the left side of the hall.
2. Right-wing originated in the French Revolution during 1789-1799.

Which of the following statement(s) given above is/are right.

A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Ans. C
Explanation: ‘Left-wing’ is called so as in the French revolution the anti-monarchy
revolutionaries were seated on the left side of the hall. On the other hand, the Right-wing
originated in the French Revolution during 1789-1799. Here the various supporters of the
Monarchy were seated on the right side of the National Assembly hall.

70. In which of the following state of India Valmiki Tiger Reserve is located?

A. Chattisgarh
B. Jharkhand
C. Bihar
D. Madhya Pradesh

Ans. C
Explanation: Valmiki Tiger Reserve is located in the India Nepal border in the West Champaran
district of Bihar.

71. Consider the following statements regarding Dudhwa National park.

1. It is an IUCN Category II park (national park).

2. It is in an area of 1284 square kilometres which means 495 square miles and includes three
major forest fragments. The area is majorly agricultural land.
3. The northeastern boundary of the park is shared with Nepal by the Mohana River.

72. Which of the following statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2
B. 2 and 3
C. 1 and 3
D. 1, 2 and 3

Ans. D
Explanation:
Dudhwa National Park: It is an IUCN Category II park (national park). It is in an area of 1284
square kilometres which means 495 square miles and includes three major forest fragments. The
area is majorly agricultural land. The northeastern boundary of the park is shared with Nepal by
the Mohana River.
73. Consider the following statements regarding the pancreas.

1. It is an organ present in the back of the abdomen (belly).

2. It is not a part of the digestive system.

74. Which of the following statement(s) given above is/are correct?

A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Ans. A
Explanation: The pancreas is an organ in the back of your abdomen (belly). It is part of the
digestive system. It contains glands that release substances to help with digestion and control
blood sugar.

75. Who of the following founded the provincial kingdom of Awadh?

A. Saadat Khan Burhan ul Mulk

B. Wajid Ali Shah
C. Safdar Jung/ Adbdul Mansur
D. Asaf-ud-daula

Ans. A
Explanation: Saadat Khan Burhan-ul-Mulk (AD 1722-1739): He founded Awadh as an
autonomous state in AD 1722. He was appointed as governor by Mughal Emperor Muhammad
Shah and played a very important role in imperial affairs during the Nadir Shah invasion.

76. Which is the biggest continent in the world?

1. North America
2. Asia
3. Africa
4. Australia

77. Which is longest river in the world?

1. Great Ganga
2. Nile
3. Amazon
4. Niger
78. Which is the largest ocean in the world?

1. Indian Ocean
2. Pacific Ocean
3. Arctic Ocean
4. Atlantic Ocean

79. Which is India’s first super computer?

1. Param8000
2. param80000
3. param800
4. param8

80. Which bank is called bankers bank of India?

1. Reserve Bank of India

2. Punjab National Bank
3. State Bank of India
4. ICICI Bank

81. Which is largest animal in the world?

1. Sharke
2. Blue whale
3. Elephant
4. Giraffe

83. Which is largest animal on land?

1. Tiger
2. White Elephant
3. African Elephant
4. Crocodile

84. Which is largest island in the world?

1. New Guinea
2. Andaman Nicobar
3. Greenland
 4. Hawaii

85. Which is largest flower in the world?

1. Rafflesia
2. Jasmine
3. Balloon Flower
4. Camellia

86. Which is the 29th state of India?

1. Uttarakhand
2. Telangana
3. Uttar Pradesh
4. Madhya Pradesh

87. Tsunami is a word in which language?

1. Hindi
2. Urdu
3. Japanese
4. French

88. Which state has the longest coastal line in India?

1. Gujarat
2. Kerala
3. Karnataka
4. West Bengal

89. Which continent is known as Dark Continent?

1. Asia
2. South America
3. Australia
4. Africa

90. On which river the Uri dam is constructed?

1. Beas
2. Jhalam
3. Sutlej
4. Ganga
91. Which is the smallest country in the world?

1. Vatican City
2. Bhutan
3. Nepal
4. Shri Lanka

92. Which is largest desert in the world?

1. KALAHARI
2. GOBI
3. TAKLAMAKAN
4. SAHARA

93. Who was India’s first Deputy Prime Minister?

1. Morarji Desai
2. Vallabhbhai Patel
3. Devi Lal
4. Charan Singh

94. Which is hottest continent on Earth?

1. Africa
2. South Asia
3. North America
4. Australia

95. How many letters are there in the English alphabet?

1. 20
2. 26
3. 24
4. 21

96. Which animal is Fastest land animal in the world?

1. Cheetah
2. Springbok
3. Lion
4. House Centipede

97. Which is the highest dam of India?

 1. Rihand Dam
2. Tehri Dam
3. Mettur Dam
4. Sardar Sarovar Dam

98. Which is largest freshwater lake in the world?

1. Great Bear Lake

2. Lake Superior
3. Ohrid Lake
4. Great Salt Lake

99. How many days are there in August?

1. 30
2. 31
3. 28
4. 29

100. What is the 19th letter of the English alphabet?

1. N
2. M
3. W
4. S

101. Who was India’s first President?

1. Dr. Rajendra Prasad

2. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
3. Varahagiri Venkata Giri
4. Varahagiri Venkata Giri

102. Which Indian state has a separate constitution?

1. Jammu and Kashmir

2. West Bengal
3. Haryana
4. Goa

103. Who is the first prime minister of India?

1. Narendra Modi
2. Jawaharlal Nehru
 3. Motilal Nehru
4. Indra Gandhi

104. Panama Canal linked which 2 oceans?

1. Atlantic and Pacific

2. Atlantic and Indian
3. Arctic and Pacific
4. Indian and Pacific

105. Which is smallest continent in the world?

1. Asia
2. Australia
3. Arctic
4. Africa

106. Who was the inventor of electricity?

1. Benjamin
2. Benjamin Franklin
3. Leonardo da Vinci
4. Vikings

107. Which metal is the lightest metal in world?

1. Zinc
2. Lithium
3. Platinum
4. Gold

108. LED stands for what?

1. Light emitting Device

2. Low emitting Diode
3. Light electronic Diode
4. Light Emitting Diode

109. How many colors are there in a rainbow?

1. 10
2. 9
3. 7
4. 11
110. We smell with which part of our body?

1. Ear
2. Mouth
3. Brain
4. Nose

111. ‘Taj Mahal’ is located at which place?

1. Dehradun
2. Agra
3. Ranchi
4. Mumbai

112. Computer is connected to Internet by which device?

1. Modem
2. Mouse
3. CPU
4. RAM

113. Which is smallest planet in our solar system?

1. The Earth
2. Mars
3. Mercury
4. Saturn

114. What is Sun?

1. Planet
2. Comet
3. Pulsar
4. Star

115. The Moon is the natural satellite of which planet?

1. The Earth
2. Mercury
3. Venus
4. Pluto

116. How many players are there in an ice hockey team?

 1. 5
2. 7
3. 8
4. 6

117. How many players are there in a Cricket team?

1. 10
2. 9
3. 6
4. 11

118. General Election in India hold after how many years?

1. 2
2. 10
3. 6
4. 5

Q 43. What is the capital of United States of America?

1. New York
2. Washington, D.C.
3. Los Angeles
4. Philadelphia

119. What is the capital of United Kingdom?

1. London
2. Liverpool
3. Bristol
4. Edinburgh

120. How many meters are in 1 Kilometer?

1. 500
2. 2000
3. 100
4. 1000

121. What is the capital of Karnataka?

1. Bengaluru
2. Mysore
 3. Belgaum
4. Hubli

122. World War ll (WW2) was ended in which year?

1. 1965
2. 1955
3. 1945
4. 1950

123. World War l (WW1) was ended in which year?

1. 1917
2. 1920
3. 1919
4. 1918

124. In which year India celebrated its first Republic day?

1. 1949
2. 1950
3. 1951
4. 1952

125. Pakistan got independent in which year?

1. 1947
2. 1948
3. 1949
4. 1950
5.

126. Which Mughal emperor was famous as Zinda Pir?

Answer: Aurangzeb
127. When is World Health Day observed?
Answer: April 7
128. Q4. Where is the Raimona Reserve forest situated?
Answer: Assam
129. Q5. What is the only even prime number?
Answer: 2
130. Q6. What is the capital of Argentina?
Answer: Buenos Aires
131. Q7. Who is known as "Jawahar of Uttarakhand"?
Answer: Jagmohan Singh Negi
132. Q8. In which state are Zawar mines located?
Answer: Rajasthan
133. Q9. The Padma Shri awardee, Lakshmi Nandan Bora, belonged to which field?
Answer: Literature
134. Q10. On which date does the Autumn Equinox occur?
Answer: September 23
135. Q11. Who founded the Chola dynasty?
Answer: Vijayalaya
136. Q12. Name the player who won India's first Olympic bronze medal in boxing.
Answer: Vijender Singh
137. Q13. Who founded the Kushana Empire in India?
Answer: Kujula Kadphises
138. Q14. What are the functions of connective tissue?
Answer: The functions of Connective Tissue are: insulating, helping in binding the
organs together and providing support, and also providing shape to the body,
conserving body heat, and also storing energy.
139. Q15. When did the First World War take place?
Answer: 28 July 1914 – 11 November 1918
140. Q16. Who coined the quote "Be yourself, everyone else is taken.”
Answer: Oscar Wilde
141. Q17. In which state is Varkala Beach situated?
Answer: Kerala
142. Q18. What was the ancient name of Patna?
Answer: Pataliputra
143. Q19. The International Space Station is located in which orbit?
Answer: Low Earth Orbit
144. Q20. Which is the biggest bone in the human body?
Answer: Femur
145. Q21. What is the capital of Finland?
Answer: Helsinki
146. Q22. The ozone layer lies in which layer of the atmosphere?
Answer: Stratosphere
147. Q23. Which is the longest river in the world?
Answer: Nile
148. Q24. National Research Centre on Yak (NRCY) is located in which state of
India?
Answer: Arunachal Pradesh
149. Q25. Where is Mount Aconcagua located?
Answer: Andes
150. Q26. Which planet is known as the "Red Planet"?
Answer: Mars
151. Q27. What is the largest continent in the world by land area?
Answer: Asia
152. Q28. What is the capital city of Australia?
Answer: Canberra
153. Q29. Who painted the famous artwork "Mona Lisa"?
Answer: Leonardo Da Vinci
154. Q30. What is the tallest mountain in the world?
Answer: Mount Everest
155. Q31. What is Vincent Van Gogh's most famous painting called?
Answer: Starry Night
156. Q32. In which year did Gandhiji start the Quit India Movement?
Answer: 1942
157. Q33. When was the battle of Buxar fought?
Answer: 1764
158. Q34. Who is popularly known as the Napoleon of India?
Answer: Samudragupta
159. Q35. Name the invention of John Logie Baird.
Answer: Television
160. Q36. Lala Lajpat Rai is popularly known as?
Answer: Punjab Kesari
161. Q37. Name the author of Panchatantra.
Answer: Vishnu Sharma
162. Q38. Name the state which is the largest in India according to the area.
Answer: Rajasthan
163. Q39. The largest living animal in the world.
Answer: The Blue Whale
164. Q40. Name the folk dance of Punjab.
Answer: Giddha
165. Q41. Colt is the name of which animal’s baby?
Answer: Horse
166. Q42. Who is the fastest man in the world?
Answer: Usain Bolt
167. Q43. At which age Gautham Buddha got Nirvana?
Answer: 35
168. Q44. Who is known as the father of history?
Answer: Herodotus
169. Q45. What is the square root of 144?
Answer: 12
170. Q46. Who gave the slogan “Do or Die”?
Answer: Mahatma Gandhi
171. Q47. Why are the leaves green in colour?
Answer: Due to the presence of Chlorophyll
172. Q48. Name the acid that is secreted in the stomach.
Answer: Hydrochloric acid
173. Q49. Which is the highest civilian award of the Republic of India?
Answer: The Bharat Ratna Award
174. Q50. WWW stands for?
Answer: World Wide Web
175. Q51. What are plants that develop in dry conditions called?
Answer: Xerophytes
176. Q52. Where is ‘Great Bear Lake’ found in the world?
Answer: Canada
177. Q53. Who was the inventor of the light bulb?
Answer: Thomas Alva Edison
178. Q54. Which Vitamin helps to heal the wound?
Answer: Vitamin C
179. Q55. Which is the mineral found in teeth and limestones?
Answer: Calcium
180. Q56. Who was at the helm of the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2011 season?
Answer: Charlie Manuel
181. Q57. Which is the largest lake in Japan?
Answer: Biwa
182. Q58. Who invented the number zero?
Answer: Aryabhatta
183. Q59. How many degrees are there in a circle?
Answer: 360
184. Q60. What is the shape of the dice?
Answer: Cube
185. Q61. How many seconds are there in an hour?
Answer: 3600
186. Q62. A triangle with all sides equal is called?
Answer: Equilateral triangle
187. Q63. Which is the first odd composite number?
Answer: 33
188. Q64. What is a polygon with five sides called?
Answer: Pentagon
189. Q65. How many years is a decade?
Answer: Ten
190. Q66.A raindrop is of which geometric shape?
Answer: Sphere
191. Q67. What is the approximate value of pi?
Answer: 3.14
192. Q68. What is the value of the Golden Ratio?
Answer: 1.618
193. Q69. What is a triangle with all three sides of different lengths called?
Answer: Scalene triangle
194. Q70. Which polygon has opposite sides and angles equal?
Answer: Parallelogram
195. Q71. Which number is neither prime nor composite?
Answer: 1
196. Q72. In which year did Mahatma Gandhi start Dandi March?
Answer: 1930
197. Q73. What is the capital of Morocco?
Answer: Mozambique
198. Q74. Which Indian state was the first to introduce the “Oak Tussar Industry”?
Answer: Manipur
199. Q75. Which is the largest river on Earth?
Answer: Amazon river
200. Q76. Which is the most spoken language in the world?
Answer: Mandarin Chinese
201. Q77. Which is the highest mountain peak in India?
Answer: Kanchenjunga
202. Q78. Which is the largest river on Earth?
Answer: Amazon river
203. Q79. Which is the most spoken language in the world?
Answer: Mandarin Chinese
204. Q80. Which is the highest mountain peak in India?
Answer: Kanchenjunga