This section includes 7 InterviewSolutions, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Current Affairs knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
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A sector is folded in such a way as to get a cone. Radius of the sector is 12 cm, central angle 120°.Calculate radius and slant height |
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Answer» Slant height of cone = radius of sector = 12 cm Radius of cone = \(\frac{120}{360}\) of radius of sector = 12 x \(\frac{120}{360}\) = 4 cm |
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Discuss the continuity of the function f given by f(x) = x3 + x2 − 1. |
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Answer» Given function (x) = x3 + x 2 − 1 is polynomial of degree 3. Therefore, given function (x) = x 3 + x 2 − 1 is defined for every real value of . Let us the continuity of function (x) = x 3 + x 2 − 1 at arbitrary point x = c. The left hand limit of function at x = c is (c−) = \(\lim \limits _{x \to c^+}\) f(x) = \(\lim \limits _{h \to 0}\) f(c − ℎ) = \(\lim \limits _{h \to 0}\) (c − ℎ)3 + (c − h)2 − 1 = (c − 0)3 + (c − 0)2 − 1 = c3 + c2 − 1. (By putting the limit ) The right hand limit of function at x = c is f(c+) = \(\lim \limits _{x \to c^+}\) f(x) =\(\lim \limits _{h \to 0}\) f(c + h) = \(\lim \limits _{h \to 0}\) (c + h)3 + (c + h)2 − 1 = (c + 0)3 + (c + 0)2 − 1 = c3 + c2 − 1. (By putting the limit ) And the functional value of function f(x) = x3 + x2 − 1at x = c is f(c) = c3 + c2 − 1. Hence, the left hand limit of function at x = c = the right hand limit of function at x = c = f(c). i.e., f(c−) = f(c +) = f(c) = c3 + c2 − 1. Therefore, the function f(x) =x3+ x2 − 1is continuous at x = c, which is arbitrary point. Hence, f is continuous for each x ∈ R. |
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Only two of the candidates can be seriously ________ for this post. A) contemplated B) commended C) considered D) reviewed E) entertained |
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Answer» Correct option is C) considered |
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It is no use_____ over_____ milk. A) crying / spilt B) crying / spilling C) to cry / spilt D) cry / spilt |
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Answer» Correct option is A) crying / spilt |
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Assertion: Society seemed to overwhelm Margayya on all sides. Reasoning: Margayya was being criticized for chastising Balu. a. Assertion is correct but reasoning is incorrect. b. Assertion is incorrect but reasoning is correct. c. Assertion and reasoning both are incorrect. d. Assertion and reasoning both are correct. |
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Answer» Correct answer is (d) Assertion and reasoning both are correct |
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Read the passage given below.I. Nature is our mother, our first teacher. The greatest lesson that she teaches us is to maintain an equilibrium in life. We learn to maintain composure through our joys, sorrows and fears. In fact, there are a thousand lessons that nature can teach us, provided we look for them.II. With time, a sapling grows into a full-grown tree; something so tiny and delicate develops into a strong tree capable of supporting others. No matter how tall it grows, how much it may flourish, or how many animals and birds it may support, its roots are firmly buried from where it once rose. That’s a lesson - to keep ourselves grounded, respect and embrace our roots, and give something back to those humble beginnings that nurtured usinto who we are.III. Then there is the message of peaceful coexistence. ‘I am because we are.’ Nature provides every creature a chance to exist. However, the existence of one creature or being depends on the existence of the other. The tiger eats the antelope; without the antelope, the tiger wouldn’t survive. Likewise, without tigers, the over-abundance of antelopes would cause them to starve to death.IV. I wonder if you have noticed that when birds or squirrels see a predator, they give out an alarm call to their fellow creatures, of the lurking danger. They put themselves in danger to save the lives of others. Many animals, like the salmon, usually die after they spawn, but this doesn’t stop them. One life extinguished for the betterment of others is a small price to pay.V. The snow melts in the warmth of spring to give birth to fresh green leaves. In autumn these leaves age into shades of gold only to be buried in the cold grave of winter. Changeis inevitable; the sooner we embrace this, the better it is for us. We must also understand that even in pain there is growth. If you cut a hole in the tree, it will grow around it. No matter what may come in its way, a river will continue to flow. Similarly, no matter what grief may break your heart, nature teaches us that life goes on.VI. Keep in mind life isn’t about making lists and trying to be one step ahead of others. Life is to live. Take a break-stop being a workaholic, and smell the roses, do whatever makes you feel happy and most of all spend some time with nature to pick up invaluable lessons.Based on your understanding of the passage, answer the questions by choosing the correct option.(1) According to the author, what, from the following, is the greatest lesson being taught by nature? A. balanced in our emotions. B. partial to joys in life. C. afraid of unhappiness. D. indifferent to fears.(2) Select the option that suitably completes the dialogue with reference to paragraph II. Jai: I’ve done well for myself in this school. I’m the best they have. I can get admission anywhere. This is my moment! Sid: Congratulations! Just remember, we should ……………………………………. A. become strong despite our weakness. B. be kind and supportive towards everyone. C. respect the origins from where we have grown. D. nurture ourselves well from the beginning.(3) Choose the option that best conveys the message in - ‘I am because we are.’ A. Tigers are dependent on antelope B. Antelope are dependent on tigers C. Humans are dependent on animals D. Everyone is dependent on each other(4) What qualities do the birds and squirrels display when they warn others of possible danger? Choose one option from the following: A. Observation skills and alertness. B. Tendency to get easily frightened. C. Selfless assistance to help others. D. Determination to protect themselves.(5) Select the option with the underlined words that can suitably replace lurking (paragraph IV). A. The policeman pulled up the person who was wandering aimlessly through the city. B. The thief knew that remaining hidden was the best strategy to avoid being caught. C. The policeman was caught on camera while pouncing with force, to grab the fleeing culprit. D. The thief was walking boldly into the house thinking it was devoid of residents.(6) A Portmanteau words like smog (smoke + fog), is a blend of words in which parts of multiple words are combined into a new word. From the options given below, select a Portmanteau word that appears in the para VI. A. coexistence B. workaholic C. full-grown D. flourish(7) Select the qualities from paragraph III, that the author wants us to imbibe. Being- (1) acceptive (2) passionate (3) emotional (4) resilient (5) perceptiveA. (2), (4) and (5) B. (1), (3) and (4) C. (1), (4) and (5) D. (3), (4) and (5)(8) Which of the following is shown by the changing of seasons? A. The beauty of nature. B. Nature’s creativity. C. All seasons are equal. D. Nothing lasts forever.(9) What does the writer advise, in paragraph VI? A. Indulging in competition with others. B. Making priority lists. C. Taking life seriously. D. Having free time for ourselves.(10) Choose the option that lists the quote best expressing the central idea of the passage. A. Nature: She pardons no mistakes. Her yea is yea, and her nay, nay. -Ralph Waldo Emerson B. Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better. - A. Einstein C. Nature never deceives us; it is we who deceive ourselves. -Jean Jacques Rousseau D. All the ugliness of the world can best be forgotten in the beauty of nature! -Mehmet Murat |
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Answer» (1) A. balanced in our emotions. (2) C. respect the origins from where we have grown. (3) D. Everyone is dependent on each other (4) C. Selfless assistance to help others. (5) B. remaining hidden. (6) B. workaholic (work+ alcoholic) (7) C. (1), (4) and (5) (8) D. Nothing lasts forever. (9) D. Having free time for ourselves. (10) B. Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better. - A. Einstein (2)Respect the origins form where we have grown(3)Everyone is dependent on each other |
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Study the following graph and answer the questions that follow: The children of class X of Canara High School participate in any one of the following games – Basketball, Cricket, Volleyball, Football and Hockey. The graph shows the number of children learning each game.1. Which is the most popular game in the school? 2. Hockey and football are less popular than basketball. (True / false) 3. How many students play only cricket? 4. Pick out the right phrase and rewrite the sentence: Don’t look down upon / look down with the poor. |
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Answer» 1. Basketball is the most popular game in the school. 2. True. 3. 35 students play only cricket. 4. Don’t look down upon the poor. |
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What is an essay |
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Answer» The purpose of an essay is to present a coherent argument in response to a stimulus or question, and to persuade the reader that your position is credible (i.e. believable and reasonable). |
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Look at the graphs given below. Based on your observation, answer the questions that follow:Look at the graph. It gives information about a few students who make use of the library on working days. Observe the graph and answer the question:Who has made use of the library the most? |
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Answer» Meena has made use of the library the most. |
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Read the given clues and write a paragraph describing the processing of milk. Milk ...... collected ...... tested ..... pasteurized ....... cooled ....... is bottled / packed ........ distributed ......... sold. |
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Answer» The milk that is collected from various sources needs to be tested in the dairy for its purity. After it’s tested, it’s pasteurized so that when it is marketed and shelved, it does not easily get spoilt. The pasteurized milk is cooled before it’s bottled and packed. It is distributed to wholesale dealers who in turn sell it to retailers. The milk is then sold in booths and shops to customers. |
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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow: The Child Sati This is perhaps one of the most poiguant descriptions by Bernier: At Lahore I saw a most bcautiful young widow sacrificed, who could not, I think, have been more than twelve years of age. The poor little creature appeared more dead than alive when she approached the dreadful pit : the agony of her mind cannot be de cribed, she trembled and wept biterly, but three or four of the Brahmans, assisted by an old woman who held her under the arm, forrced the unwilling victim toward the fatal spot, seated her on the wood, tied her hands and feet, lest she should run away, and in that situation the innocent creature was burnt alive. I found it difficult to repress my feelings and to prevent their bursting forth into clamorous and unavailing rage... Explain how Bernier has highlighted the treatment of women as a cruciad marker of difference between Western and Eastern societies. |
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Read the following paragraph carefully and answer the questions that follow "British element is gone but they have left the mischief behind". Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel said: It is no use saying that we ask for separate electorates, because it is good for us. We have heard it long enough.We have heard it for years, and as a result of this agitation we are now a scparate nation... Can you show me one free country where there are separate electorates? If so, I shall be prepared to acceptit. But in this unfortunate country if this separate electorate is going to be persisted in, even after the division of the country, woe betide the country, it is not worth living in. Therefore, I say, it is not for my good alone, it infor your own good that I say it, forget the past. One day, we mnay be united.. The British element is gone, but they have left the mischief behind, We do not want to perpetuate that mischief. (Hear, hear). When the British introduced this element they had not expected that they will have to go so soon. They wanted it for their easy administration. That is all right. But they have left the legacy behind. Are we to get out of it or not? How did the philosophyof separate electorates result in a separate nation |
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Answer» Philosophy of Separate electorate: (i) It turned one community against another and caused lot of bloodshed. (ii) Separatist feelings were cultivated by the British for their selfish ends. (iii) Communal hatred led to the tragic partition. (iv) It led to the isolation of minorities and eventual partition. |
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Read the following paragraph carefully and answer the questions that follow "British element is gone but they have left the mischief behind". Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel said: It is no use saying that we ask for separate electorates, because it is good for us. We have heard it long enough.We have heard it for years, and as a result of this agitation we are now a scparate nation... Can you show me one free country where there are separate electorates? If so, I shall be prepared to acceptit. But in this unfortunate country if this separate electorate is going to be persisted in, even after the division of the country, woe betide the country, it is not worth living in. Therefore, I say, it is not for my good alone, it infor your own good that I say it, forget the past. One day, we mnay be united.. The British element is gone, but they have left the mischief behind, We do not want to perpetuate that mischief. (Hear, hear). When the British introduced this element they had not expected that they will have to go so soon. They wanted it for their easy administration. That is all right. But they have left the legacy behind. Are we to get out of it or not? Why are separate.clectorates considered as a mischief? |
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Answer» Separate electorate was considered as a mischief: (i) It was like a poison that had entered into politics. (ii) The demand had turned one community against another (iii) It caused bloodshed, civil war tiots. (iv) It divided the nation. |
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Read the following paragraph carefully and answer the questions that follow "British element is gone but they have left the mischief behind". Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel said: It is no use saying that we ask for separate electorates, because it is good for us. We have heard it long enough.We have heard it for years, and as a result of this agitation we are now a scparate nation... Can you show me one free country where there are separate electorates? If so, I shall be prepared to acceptit. But in this unfortunate country if this separate electorate is going to be persisted in, even after the division of the country, woe betide the country, it is not worth living in. Therefore, I say, it is not for my good alone, it infor your own good that I say it, forget the past. One day, we mnay be united.. The British element is gone, but they have left the mischief behind, We do not want to perpetuate that mischief. (Hear, hear). When the British introduced this element they had not expected that they will have to go so soon. They wanted it for their easy administration. That is all right. But they have left the legacy behind. Are we to get out of it or not? State the arguments given by Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel for building political unity and forging a nation. |
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Answer» Building political unity and forging a nation: (i) He considered separate electorate as a poison. (ii) For the goodness of the country it should not be followed. (iii) It was nccessary for maintenance of peace that this system is not followed. (iv) In order to build a strong nation every individual must be moulded as a citizen and assimilated within the nation (v) For political unity assimilation is a must but not separatist feelings. |
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Black soil is also known as _____ soil.1. Regur2. Humus3. Bhangar4. Crystalline |
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Answer» Correct Answer - Option 1 : Regur The correct answer is Regur.
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Write a paragraph, using the clues given below: A student Vasant .... irregular .... headmaster .... advised .... not listened ..... more irregular ...... failed in examination ...... realized mistake ....... next year ...... studied ....... passed I class. |
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Answer» Vasant is a good example to show how good and bad habits can make or mar a man. Vasant was very irregular to school and so lagged behind in studies. He had problems with attendance too. Even when the Headmaster advised him and warned him, he paid no heed. He only grew to be more irregular. Naturally he could not perform well in the exam and failed miserably. Fortunately, at least then he realized his mistake and corrected his ways. The next year it was a reformed Vasant everyone saw. He studied earnestly and as a result, he not only passed but also earned a I class. |
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Imagine you have visited a place of your choice recently. Based on it, write a paragraph using the clues: We .....friends .... forest .... peacocks ...... elephants ..... hill ..... stream flowing sunset ..... jumped .... joy.... danced ..... returned ......evening. |
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Answer» Recently when eight of us went to Bandipur forest it was an awe inspiring experience. We got to see lovely peacocks dancing away to glory and majestic elephants climbing up the hill as though they were the lords of the hills. We played in the water of the stream flowing in the valley. In the evening we glimpsed the spectacular sunset. We jumped for joy looking at the beautiful scenery. We sang and danced being one with nature. We returned in the evening although we felt like spending more time in the natural surroundings. We have decided to have more such visits in the future. |
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Read the given clues and write a paragraph on Mahatma Gandhi. Gandhiji, the greatest Indian of the 20th century ..... leadership of freedom movement at a critical juncture ..... weapons ..... truth and non-violence ...... strove for Hindu Muslim unity and casteless society ...... apostle of peace ..... assassinated ....... Father of the Nation. |
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Answer» Gandhiji was the greatest Indian of the 20th century. It is remarkable that he led India in its freedom movement at a critical juncture with nothing else but truth and non-violence as his weapons. However, although this was his greatest contribution, there were other remarkable achievements as well. Gandhiji strove relentlessly for Hindu-Muslim unity. His attempts to form a casteless society are praiseworthy indeed. The annals of Indian history will be incomplete if the accomplishments of this noble apostle of peace are forgotten. Although Gandhiji – the Father of the Nation – was assassinated soon after India got freedom, his principles have remained the guiding light of India. |
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Who from the following women scholars were related to the Rigvedic Period?a. Vishwavarab. Apalac. Lopamudrad. Ghosha1. Only a and b2. Only a, b and c3. Only b, c and d4. All the above |
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Answer» Correct Answer - Option 4 : All the above The correct answer is All of the above.
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Name some women scholars during the vedic period. |
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Answer» Women scholars such as Lopamudra, Gargi and Maitreyi are mentioned in the vedic literature. |
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Write any two advantages of joint family. |
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Answer» 1. Economic advantage 2. Protection of members |
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The city offers anonymity which is an important reason for rural to urban migration. Who enjoys this anonymity? I. poorer sections of the socially dominant rural groups II. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes III. Women IV. Children a) I and II b) II and III c) I and IV d) I and III |
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Answer» Answer is (a) I and II |
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Mention any two objectives of Stree Shakthi. |
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There was usually great bustle and noise when school began, but it was all very quiet. Which of the following describes Franz‘ emotions most accurately? a. Shock and awe b. Disappointment and anxiety c. Confusion and distress d. Curiosity and uncertainty |
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Answer» b. Disappointment and anxiety |
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Highlight the sources of conflict between national development and tribal development. |
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What is ‘Dominant Caste’? |
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Answer» According to M.N. Srinivas “A caste is dominant when it preponderates numerically over the other castes, when it also wields preponderant economic and political power, and when it enjoys a high ritual status in local caste hierarchy”. |
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What does M Hamel blame the parents for? a) They preferred children to work in farms. b) They were not strict. c) They did not come to M Hamel‘s class. d) They did not love the French language. |
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Answer» a) They preferred children to work in farms. |
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State any two characteristics of slum. |
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Answer» Dilapidated and Poor Houses, High Density of Population and Housing. |
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Write any two social legislations which affect the joint family. |
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Answer» 1. Hindu Marriage Act of 1955. 2. Domestic Violence Act of 2005. |
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How does circulation of labour lead to footloose labour? |
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Which of the following statement is correct regarding Mahnavami Dibba? A. Mahnavami Dibba was part of ‘The King’s Palace Complex’. B. Mahnavami Dibba was a part of Sacred centre. C. Mahnavami Dibba was a ‘Counselling Hall’ D. Mahnavami Dibba was a “Discussion Hall’ |
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Answer» A. Mahnavami Dibba was part of ‘The King’s Palace Complex’. |
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Mention two types of joint family. |
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Answer» Matriarchical and Patriarchical Joint Family. |
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Mention the types of Joint Family. |
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Answer» Matriarchal joint family and patriarchal joint family. |
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Mention any two determinants of dominant caste. |
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Answer» Preponderates Numerically over other castes and high. 1. Ritual status in local. 2. hierarchy |
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Which stressors are responsible for farmers suicide. |
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Answer» Alcohol, gambling, spend thriftness, Failure of crops, Chromic illness, Debt burden, loss in non-agricultural activities. |
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Krishnadeva Raya belonged to which of the following dynasties? A. Sangama B. Tuluva C. Aravidu D. Suluva |
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Answer» Answer is B. Tuluva |
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‘The mid-first millennium BCE is often regarded as a turning point in world history’. Which of the following is a significant aspect related to the statement? A. Thinkers of the world tried to understand mysteries of existence B. Development and expansion of the usage of coins C. Emergence of early state in the form of Mahajan padas D. Ganas and Sanghas were assisted by standing armies |
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Answer» A. Thinkers of the world tried to understand mysteries of existence |
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Discuss the process of modernisation in India. |
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Answer» Modernization in India is undergoing the following processes: 1. At the economic level, there is a persistent and growing tendency to adopt the rational, mechanized industrial economy in place of older communal — familistic tool economy. This is even responsible for the breakdown of traditional systems like jajmani system. 2. At the political level, the change in the power structure is being introduced through the abolition of semi-feudal group-oriented power structure of the past and by replacing it by a rational parliamentary democratic structure of power. 3. At the cultural level, the change in the realm of values is from sacred value system to secular value system. 4. At the social level, there is a decline in the traditional principle of ascribed status and role to achieve status and role. Yogendra Singh in his work “Modernization of Indian Tradition” is of the opinion that a unique feature of modernization in India is that it is being carried forward through adaptive changes in the traditional structures rather than structural dissociation or breakdown. |
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What is unity? |
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Answer» Unity implies oneness or a sense of we-ness. |
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Write any two factors which are responsible for emergence of slums. |
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Answer» 1. High density of population and housing. 2. Lack of public utilities and facilities. |
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Write any two characteristics of Indian Villages. |
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Answer» Small in size and importance to primary relation. |
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How is the term ‘Demography’ derived? |
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Answer» The term Demography is derived from two Greek words i.e. demos (people) and graphein (describe), implying the description of people. |
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Explain the concept of women empowerment. |
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Answer» Women Empowerment is the act of empowering women i.e. to give them the power or authority. The term Empowerment has different meanings to women of different classes. |
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What is a self help group? |
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Answer» A Self-help Group comprises a group of micro enterpreneurs having homogenous social and economic backgrounds, all voluntarily coming together to save regularly small sums of money, mutually agreeing to contribute to a common fund and to meet their emergency needs from that fund on the basis of mutual help. |
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Who introduced the term “Globalisation”? |
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Answer» Theodore Levitt. |
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Which organization founded by “Jyothiraophule” against caste system? |
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Answer» Sathya Shodaka samaja. |
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Write two major difficulties in the processes of Aryanisation. |
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Answer» 1. Tribal groups refused to be absorbed. 2. Special problem posed by strong ethnic groups. |
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Name any two castes of schedule caste of Karnataka. |
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Answer» Holayas and Bhories. |
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Who is the author of the book “Rural – Sociology in India”? |
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Answer» A . R . Desai. |
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Which organization founded by “Jyothiraophule” against caste system? |
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Answer» Sathya Shodaka samaja. |
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