100525 + Interview Questions in GENERAL QA IN GENERAL AWARENESS

1.	He used to work on the factory floor. Yes, he really started out as a ______ worker. A) blue collar B) back to the drawing board C) bottlenecks D) bottom line E) blow-by-blow
Answer» Correct option is A) blue collar

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2.	Explain the merits of joint stock company.
Answer» Merits of Joint Stock Company: 1. Huge capital: A joint stock company has an association with various persons. It has the merits of huge capital because different member invests a large amount of capital. When there is a lack of capital in a joint stock company it can issue the shares to the public. Hence, huge capital can be collected when shares are issued. 2. Perpetual existence: A Joint stock company has a separate legal existence. The life of a joint stock company is not affected by death, lunacy, and insolvency of the members. Therefore, a joint stock company has a long-term life. Even if there are any changes in management, the board of directors or some member may come or go, the function of the company is not affected. 3. Limited Liability: Limited liability is the significance of a joint stock company. The shareholders should not pay the excess debt of the company by selling their private/personal property. Shareholders are liable up to the invested amount. Due to the provision of limited liability potential investors are attracted by a joint stock company. 4. Transfer of shares: A joint stock company has the provision of free transfer of shares. No one is compelled to join and leave the company. Permission or mutual consent is not needed to transfer the shares of a joint stock company. 5. Democratic management: A joint stock company has democratic management. It is managed by the majority of shareholders who elect the board of directors. They are responsible for managing the activities of a joint stock company. Competent members are elected from election to manage the company. Thus, democratic management can be seen in a joint stock company. 6. Public faith: People have faith in a joint stock company. It has an obligation to disclose the financial documents to the Annual General Meeting. The banks and the financial institutions believe in a joint stock company because of the accounts disclosed. 7. Large-scale operation: A Joint stock company has an association with different managerial skill because different members are associated with it. Due to the sufficient capital and competency of the members (directors)joint-stock company has the possibility of a large-scale operation. Hence, a joint stock company has a large-scale operation. 8. Social importance: A joint stock company is also a social creature. So, it invests amount for the betterment of society. It invests its capital in various sectors such as health, education, sports and so on. Hence, a joint stock company has a responsibility to society.

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Explain the merits of joint stock company.

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Merits of Joint Stock Company:

1. Huge capital: A joint stock company has an association with various persons. It has the merits of huge capital because different member invests a large amount of capital. When there is a lack of capital in a joint stock company it can issue the shares to the public. Hence, huge capital can be collected when shares are issued.

2. Perpetual existence: A Joint stock company has a separate legal existence. The life of a joint stock company is not affected by death, lunacy, and insolvency of the members. Therefore, a joint stock company has a long-term life. Even if there are any changes in management, the board of directors or some member may come or go, the function of the company is not affected.

3. Limited Liability: Limited liability is the significance of a joint stock company. The shareholders should not pay the excess debt of the company by selling their private/personal property. Shareholders are liable up to the invested amount. Due to the provision of limited liability potential investors are attracted by a joint stock company.

4. Transfer of shares: A joint stock company has the provision of free transfer of shares. No one is compelled to join and leave the company. Permission or mutual consent is not needed to transfer the shares of a joint stock company.

5. Democratic management: A joint stock company has democratic management. It is managed by the majority of shareholders who elect the board of directors. They are responsible for managing the activities of a joint stock company. Competent members are elected from election to manage the company. Thus, democratic management can be seen in a joint stock company.

6. Public faith: People have faith in a joint stock company. It has an obligation to disclose the financial documents to the Annual General Meeting. The banks and the financial institutions believe in a joint stock company because of the accounts disclosed.

7. Large-scale operation: A Joint stock company has an association with different managerial skill because different members are associated with it. Due to the sufficient capital and competency of the members (directors)joint-stock company has the possibility of a large-scale operation. Hence, a joint stock company has a large-scale operation.

8. Social importance: A joint stock company is also a social creature. So, it invests amount for the betterment of society. It invests its capital in various sectors such as health, education, sports and so on. Hence, a joint stock company has a responsibility to society.

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3.	Green India ltd offers to its employees to issue shares at a price which is less than the market price. Name and explain the type of incentives offered to the employees
Answer» Co-partnership: To issue shares to the employees at a price which is less than the market price is an example of co-partnership. It is one of the financial motivators. “Co-partnership implies both profit sharing and control sharing”.

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4.	Why are modern states called nation states?
Answer» Modem states are formed on the basis of a feeling of nationalism.

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5.	Explain with examples the discretionary powers of modern states.
Answer» Discretionary powers of modem states are those which have to be implemented as per the economic condition of the state. Some of the discretionary powers of modem states are: Protection of health Provide educational facilities Implement welfare programmes Provide transportation facilities Example: Setting up government hospitals to provide free medical care. Setting up government schools to provide free education. Providing social security measures to the weaker sections.

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Explain with examples the discretionary powers of modern states.

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Discretionary powers of modem states are those which have to be implemented as per the economic condition of the state. Some of the discretionary powers of modem states are:

Protection of health
Provide educational facilities
Implement welfare programmes
Provide transportation facilities

Example:

Setting up government hospitals to provide free medical care.
Setting up government schools to provide free education.
Providing social security measures to the weaker sections.

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6.	There are many reasons why this should be a success. However, the ______ is that it has been a big flop. A) bottom line B) back to the drawing board C) bottlenecks D) blow-by-blow E) a bitter pill
Answer» Correct option is A) bottom line

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7.	Why are modem states called welfare states?
Answer» Modern states undertake functions like education and health care facilities which provide better living conditions to people. Since the modem states undertake such progressive measures, they are called welfare states.

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8.	Production has been unable to keep pace with demand. We are doing our best to eliminate the ______. A) blow-by-blow B) back to the drawing boardC) blew it D) a bitter pill E) bottlenecks
Answer» Correct option is E) bottlenecks

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9.	I can’t ______ what the sign says. It is too far away. A) pass out B) cut out C) make out D) stand out
Answer» Correct option is C) make out

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10.	We’ll have to start again on this one. It’s time to go ______. A) blow-by-blow B) blew it C) black economy D) bombed E) back to the drawing board
Answer» Correct option is E) back to the drawing board

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11.	I want you to ______ the talking right now; I’m trying to read. A) run out B) carry out C) break out D) cut out
Answer» Correct option is D) cut out

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12.	He was always attentive ______ my ideas. A) with B) to C) of D) for
Answer» Correct option is B) to

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13.	Who is a citizen according to Aristpotle?
Answer» A person Who has the right to participate in the law making procedure and the implementation of law is called the citizen of a state.

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14.	When the two of you have ______ your problems, we’ll start again. I can’t work with people who are arguing. A) drop out B) iron out C) dry up D) eat away
Answer» Correct option is B) iron out

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15.	He is very generous ______ his money. A) with B) of C) for D) to
Answer» Correct option is A) with

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16.	Men _______ work is good receive high wages. A) who B) that C) whom D) whose
Answer» Correct option is D) whose

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17.	You should be thankful ______ her for telling you the truth. A) for B) with C) at D) to
Answer» Correct option is D) to

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18.	Five minutes after take off, the aircraft ______ at 30.000 feet. A) leveled out B) lifted of C) lined up D) made up
Answer» Correct option is A) leveled out

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19.	Foreigners do not have all the rights that citizens enjoy. What are the rights available exclusively to citizens in India?
Answer» Right to contest in election Right to vote Right to criticise the government Right to hold public office

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20.	I have written a letter _____ breakfast. A) afterB) before C) for D) since
Answer» Correct option is D) since

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21.	100 competitors had _____ the race. A) put their names for B) entered for C) put themselves for D) taken part
Answer» Correct option is B) entered for

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22.	Thanks very much! I’m very ______ for your help. A) generous B) grateful C) full D) sorry
Answer» Correct option is B) grateful

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23.	Your information, for _______ I’m grateful, is very helpful. A) that B) which C) whom D) whose
Answer» Correct option is B) which

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24.	The manager was quite agreeable ______ my suggestion. A) of B) for C) with D) to
Answer» Correct option is D) to

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25.	Is he telling the truth, or ______ it all ______ ? A) picking / up B) putting / up C) making / up D) taking/up
Answer» Correct option is C) making / up

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26.	What are the people of Firozabad forced to do? a. saree stitching b. rag picking c. construction labour d. bangle making
Answer» Answer: d. bangle making

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27.	He always has _____ egg for breakfast. A) an B) a C) any D) the
Answer» Correct option is A) an

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28.	I’m very _____ to you for your help. A) grateful B) agreeable C) pleased D) thanks
Answer» Correct option is A) grateful

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29.	Do you like _____ ? A) cook B) cooking C) to cook D) cooked
Answer» Correct option is B) cooking

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30.	The most likely sustainable solutions of ecological problems are (a) Incorporate the concerns of economists, ecologists, and sociologists. (b) emphasize ecology over all other fields. (c) emphasize economics over all other fields. (d) emphasize ecological and social is - “Use over economic concerns.
Answer» (a) Incorporate the concerns of economists, ecologists, and sociologists.

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31.	“_____ you like some tea?” “No, thanks.” A) Does B) Do C) Would D) Are
Answer» Correct option is C) Would

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32.	“_____ you _____ your teacher?” “Yes, he is a good man.” A) Would / like B) Do / like C) Did / liked D) Are / like
Answer» Correct option is B) Do / like

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33.	Which of the below is NOT a minor revenue producing department? a) Rooms Department b) Laundry c) Swimming Pool d) Telephone Department
Answer» Correct option: a) Rooms Department

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34.	Would you like _____ apple or _____ strawberries? A) a / any B) an / some C) any / any D) a / some
Answer» B) an / some

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35.	Would you like _____ milk? A) a B) some C) any D) an
Answer» Correct option is B) some

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36.	Hydro – electricity is an important power resource for India. Justify.
Answer» Hydro – electricity is renewable, cheaper and has higher calorific value than coal and oil. India has many fast flowing rivers and waterfalls to generate Hydro – electricity. It can be easily transmitted. India depends on Hydro – electricity as ti does not have adequate fossil fuel deposits of petroleum, natural gas or coal.

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37.	There are _____ oranges on the table. A) any B) an C) a D) some
Answer» Correct option is D) some

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38.	Do you like _____ homework ? A) making B) do C) doing D) does
Answer» Correct option is C) doing

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39.	There is _____ cheese on the table. A) any B) some C) a D) the
Answer» Correct option is B) some

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40.	Aluminium is the wonder metals of 20th centruy. Justify.
Answer» It is the most important non – ferrous metal. It has wide range of uses. It is good subtitute for steel and copper. It is used in numerous industries such as, aircraft, automobiles, railways, ships, household appliances, electrical cables, packing, paints etc.

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41.	I have got a book _____ Stephen King. A) by B) for C) from D) in
Answer» Correct option is A) by

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42.	Explain the factors affecting the distribution of population.
Answer» 1. Physical features : Mountain and Hilly areas are sparsely populated. (North east hilly region) Northern plains and deltas have dense population. 2. Climate : Hot, cold or dry regions are sparsely populated – Thar desert. 3. Soils : Fertile soil regions are densly populated Northern plains. Infertile sandy soil in thar desert – sparsely populated. 4. Resources : Regions with rich mineral deposits and power resources are densly populated. 5. Industries and commerce Industrialized, commercial urban centres are densly populated. Eg – Delhi, Bengaluru. Supply of water, tourism and security of life and property also influence population distribution.

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Explain the factors affecting the distribution of population.

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1. Physical features :

Mountain and Hilly areas are sparsely populated. (North east hilly region)
Northern plains and deltas have dense population.

2. Climate :

Hot, cold or dry regions are sparsely populated – Thar desert.

3. Soils :

Fertile soil regions are densly populated Northern plains.
Infertile sandy soil in thar desert – sparsely populated.

4. Resources :

Regions with rich mineral deposits and power resources are densly populated.

5. Industries and commerce

Industrialized, commercial urban centres are densly populated. Eg – Delhi, Bengaluru.
Supply of water, tourism and security of life and property also influence population distribution.

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43.	What are the measures to control floods?
Answer» Afforestation in catchment areas to reduce runoff. Construction of dams across rivers to store water and reduce flow of water. Flood forecasting and early warnings to prevent loss of life and property.

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44.	Apartheid is against Humanism. How do you substantiate this statement?
Answer» Apartheid is a crime against humanity. It is legalized racial discrimination systematically used violence to impoverish Malnourish and in other ways violate the fundamental right of the overwhelming majority of South Africans because of their race. Apartheid is a doctrine of White supremacy. The black Africans were not allowed the right to choose where they could live and even travel where they pleased. Blacks were not allowed to buy land outside of land reserved form them despite being indigenous people. Apartheid is an extreme form of violation of basic human rights and blatant disregard of international charter of human rights.

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Apartheid is against Humanism. How do you substantiate this statement?

Answer»

Apartheid is a crime against humanity. It is legalized racial discrimination systematically used violence to impoverish Malnourish and in other ways violate the fundamental right of the overwhelming majority of South Africans because of their race.

Apartheid is a doctrine of White supremacy. The black Africans were not allowed the right to choose where they could live and even travel where they pleased. Blacks were not allowed to buy land outside of land reserved form them despite being indigenous people. Apartheid is an extreme form of violation of basic human rights and blatant disregard of international charter of human rights.

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45.	Explain the key features of Panchayat Raj system in India.
Answer» Three tier structure at district, Taluk and village Panchayats with Grama Sabha as foundation. Direct and periodic elections. Reservation of seats for SC’s, St’s, BC’s and women. Provision for major financial and administrative responsibilities budget and audits. Provision for executive/support staff. Strict procedure for dissolution/suppression of Panchayats. Mandatory elections within six months of dissolution.

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46.	The reforms made in Chinese administration resulted in China becoming a major economical force. Justify.
Answer» After the Revolution, community farming was introduced in China. Chinese citizens were provided with free – health, education etc. Science and Technology was encouraged for growth in industrialization. ‘Leap Forward’ programme was planned and implemented. All private property became public property. Deng Xiaping brought in many reforms in 1979. Later China adopted capitalist principles within the frame work of communism and became a major economic force.

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47.	The protests against Simon Commission in 1927 intensified the national freedom struggle further. Substantiate.
Answer» The Britian Government sent Simon Commission in 1927, to India. The commission aimed at studying the effects of India Govt Act, 1919. The commission witnessed wide protests with the slogan ‘Simon go back’. Bundhs and Hartals were organised in Bombay, Lahore and Madras. Lala Lajpath Roy died when protestors were lathi charged. This intensitied the national freedom struggle.

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48.	Deficits are a disadvantage for the economy of a country. Explain.
Answer» High amount of deficits are not goods for the economy as they create liabilities and uncontrolled deficit and indicates financial indiscipline on the part of the government. It also increases inflation. That is why to check such practices of the governments, the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act (FRBMA) was passed in 2003. It seeks to instill financial discipline, reduce fiscal deficit, improve macroeconomic ‘management and the overall management of the public funds by moving towards a balance budget.

48.

Deficits are a disadvantage for the economy of a country. Explain.

Answer»

High amount of deficits are not goods for the economy as they create liabilities and uncontrolled deficit and indicates financial indiscipline on the part of the government. It also increases inflation. That is why to check such practices of the governments, the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act (FRBMA) was passed in 2003.

It seeks to instill financial discipline, reduce fiscal deficit, improve macroeconomic ‘management and the overall management of the public funds by moving towards a balance budget.

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49.	Of the two toys, the child chose ______ . A) the less expensive B) the least expensive C) the one most expensive D) the most expensive of them
Answer» Correct option is A) the less expensive

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50.	What are the funtions of a bank? Functions of Banks are :
Answer» Accepting deposits from public and others. Lending money to public (Loans) and other institutions. Transferring money from one place to another (Remittances) Collecting money on cheques, drafts and bills. Discounting of bills. Hiring safe deposit lockers. Conducting foreign exchange transactions. Keeping valuables in safe custody. Issuing letters of credit and guarantee Conducting government transactions (State & Central)

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He used to work on the factory floor. Yes, he really started out as a ______ worker. A) blue collar B) back to the drawing board C) bottlenecks D) bottom line E) blow-by-blow

Explain the merits of joint stock company.

Green India ltd offers to its employees to issue shares at a price which is less than the market price. Name and explain the type of incentives offered to the employees

Why are modern states called nation states?

Explain with examples the discretionary powers of modern states.

There are many reasons why this should be a success. However, the ______ is that it has been a big flop. A) bottom line B) back to the drawing board C) bottlenecks D) blow-by-blow E) a bitter pill

Why are modem states called welfare states?

Production has been unable to keep pace with demand. We are doing our best to eliminate the ______. A) blow-by-blow B) back to the drawing boardC) blew it D) a bitter pill E) bottlenecks

I can’t ______ what the sign says. It is too far away. A) pass out B) cut out C) make out D) stand out

We’ll have to start again on this one. It’s time to go ______. A) blow-by-blow B) blew it C) black economy D) bombed E) back to the drawing board

I want you to ______ the talking right now; I’m trying to read. A) run out B) carry out C) break out D) cut out

He was always attentive ______ my ideas. A) with B) to C) of D) for

Who is a citizen according to Aristpotle?

When the two of you have ______ your problems, we’ll start again. I can’t work with people who are arguing. A) drop out B) iron out C) dry up D) eat away

He is very generous ______ his money. A) with B) of C) for D) to

Men _______ work is good receive high wages. A) who B) that C) whom D) whose

You should be thankful ______ her for telling you the truth. A) for B) with C) at D) to

Five minutes after take off, the aircraft ______ at 30.000 feet. A) leveled out B) lifted of C) lined up D) made up

Foreigners do not have all the rights that citizens enjoy. What are the rights available exclusively to citizens in India?

I have written a letter _____ breakfast. A) afterB) before C) for D) since

100 competitors had _____ the race. A) put their names for B) entered for C) put themselves for D) taken part

Thanks very much! I’m very ______ for your help. A) generous B) grateful C) full D) sorry

Your information, for _______ I’m grateful, is very helpful. A) that B) which C) whom D) whose

The manager was quite agreeable ______ my suggestion. A) of B) for C) with D) to

Is he telling the truth, or ______ it all ______ ? A) picking / up B) putting / up C) making / up D) taking/up

What are the people of Firozabad forced to do? a. saree stitching b. rag picking c. construction labour d. bangle making

He always has _____ egg for breakfast. A) an B) a C) any D) the

I’m very _____ to you for your help. A) grateful B) agreeable C) pleased D) thanks

Do you like _____ ? A) cook B) cooking C) to cook D) cooked

“_____ you like some tea?” “No, thanks.” A) Does B) Do C) Would D) Are

“_____ you _____ your teacher?” “Yes, he is a good man.” A) Would / like B) Do / like C) Did / liked D) Are / like

Which of the below is NOT a minor revenue producing department? a) Rooms Department b) Laundry c) Swimming Pool d) Telephone Department

Would you like _____ apple or _____ strawberries? A) a / any B) an / some C) any / any D) a / some

Would you like _____ milk? A) a B) some C) any D) an

Hydro – electricity is an important power resource for India. Justify.

There are _____ oranges on the table. A) any B) an C) a D) some

Do you like _____ homework ? A) making B) do C) doing D) does

There is _____ cheese on the table. A) any B) some C) a D) the

Aluminium is the wonder metals of 20th centruy. Justify.

I have got a book _____ Stephen King. A) by B) for C) from D) in

Explain the factors affecting the distribution of population.

What are the measures to control floods?

Apartheid is against Humanism. How do you substantiate this statement?

Explain the key features of Panchayat Raj system in India.

The reforms made in Chinese administration resulted in China becoming a major economical force. Justify.

The protests against Simon Commission in 1927 intensified the national freedom struggle further. Substantiate.

Deficits are a disadvantage for the economy of a country. Explain.

Of the two toys, the child chose ______ . A) the less expensive B) the least expensive C) the one most expensive D) the most expensive of them

What are the funtions of a bank? Functions of Banks are :

Is he telling the truth, or it all ? A) picking / up B) putting / up C) making / up D) taking/up

“_ you _ your teacher?” “Yes, he is a good man.” A) Would / like B) Do / like C) Did / liked D) Are / like

Would you like _ apple or _ strawberries? A) a / any B) an / some C) any / any D) a / some