Q.371
Medium
Which of the following is NOT a renewable source of energy?
A
Solar energy
B
Wind energy
C
Natural gas
D
Hydroelectric energy
Correct Answer:
C. Natural gas
Explanation:
Natural gas is a fossil fuel and non-renewable, while solar, wind, and hydroelectric are renewable sources.
Q.372
Easy
The concept of 'Satyagraha' was developed by which Indian leader?
A
Jawaharlal Nehru
B
Subhas Chandra Bose
C
Mahatma Gandhi
D
Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Correct Answer:
C. Mahatma Gandhi
Explanation:
Mahatma Gandhi developed and popularized the concept of Satyagraha (truth force) as a non-violent resistance technique.
Q.373
Easy
In which year did India adopt its Constitution?
A
1949
B
1950
C
1948
D
1951
Explanation:
The Indian Constitution was adopted on January 26, 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day.
Q.374
Easy
Which Indian state became India's 28th state in 2014?
A
Chhattisgarh
B
Jharkhand
C
Telangana
D
Uttarakhand
Correct Answer:
C. Telangana
Explanation:
Telangana was formed on June 2, 2014, by separating from Andhra Pradesh, becoming India's 28th state.
Q.375
Easy
Which gas is most abundant in Earth's atmosphere?
A
Oxygen
B
Nitrogen
C
Carbon dioxide
D
Argon
Correct Answer:
B. Nitrogen
Explanation:
Nitrogen (N₂) comprises approximately 78% of Earth's atmosphere, making it the most abundant gas.
Q.376
Easy
A shopkeeper buys an item for ₹400 and sells it at a 25% profit. What is the selling price?
A
₹500
B
₹450
C
₹525
D
₹480
Explanation:
Selling price = Cost price + (25% of Cost price) = 400 + (0.25 × 400) = 400 + 100 = ₹500
Q.377
Medium
In a class of 60 students, 40% study Science and 30% study Commerce. How many students study neither?
Explanation:
Students studying Science = 40% of 60 = 24; Students studying Commerce = 30% of 60 = 18; Students studying either = 24 + 18 = 42 (assuming no overlap); Students studying neither = 60 - 42 = 18
Q.378
Medium
Which Indian state has the highest population as per 2021 Census?
A
Maharashtra
B
Uttar Pradesh
C
Bihar
D
West Bengal
Correct Answer:
B. Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh has the highest population among Indian states with over 230 million people as per the 2021 Census.
Q.379
Medium
If a number is divisible by both 6 and 8, it must be divisible by which of the following?
Explanation:
A number divisible by both 6 and 8 must be divisible by their LCM = 24.
Q.380
Medium
Which battle marked the beginning of British rule in India?
A
Battle of Plassey
B
Battle of Buxar
C
Battle of Talikota
D
Battle of Panipat
Correct Answer:
A. Battle of Plassey
Explanation:
The Battle of Plassey (1757) is considered the beginning of British rule in India under Robert Clive.
