Who is the present Chief Minister of West Bengal (2024)?
Answer: B
Mamata Banerjee has been the Chief Minister of West Bengal since 2011.
Q.2Easy
Which Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise is based in West Bengal?
Answer: A
Kolkata Knight Riders is based in Kolkata, West Bengal and is one of the oldest IPL franchises established in 2008.
Q.3Easy
The Ramakrishna Mission, founded by Swami Vivekananda, is headquartered in which city?
Answer: B
The Ramakrishna Mission headquarters is located in Belur, West Bengal, established in 1897.
Q.4Easy
Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers the President to declare a National Emergency?
Answer: A
Article 352 deals with the declaration of National Emergency by the President in cases of threat to national security.
Q.5Easy
In the context of WBPSC recruitment, which commission is responsible for conducting the examination?
Answer: B
WBPSC (West Bengal Public Service Commission) conducts state-level examinations for recruitment to various state services.
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Q.6Easy
Which West Bengali city is known as the 'Venice of the East'?
Answer: A
Kolkata, with its network of waterways and colonial architecture, was historically known as the 'Venice of the East'.
Q.7Easy
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) framework consists of how many goals?
Answer: B
The UN's SDGs framework comprises 17 goals to be achieved by 2030, adopted in 2015.
Q.8Easy
The Green Revolution in India was primarily associated with the production of which crop?
Answer: B
The Green Revolution (1960s-1970s) focused on wheat production, leading to India becoming self-sufficient in food grains.
Q.9Easy
What is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY)?
Answer: B
PM-JAY is India's flagship health insurance scheme that provides Rs. 5 lakh annual coverage per family for hospitalization expenses, targeting economically vulnerable sections of society.
Q.10Easy
Which West Bengal initiative aims to empower women through skill development and entrepreneurship?
Answer: A
Didi Ke Bhandar is a West Bengal government initiative that provides subsidized essential commodities through retail outlets run by Self Help Groups primarily composed of women.
Q.11Easy
Which institution is responsible for conducting Civil Service Examinations in India?
Answer: B
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), an independent constitutional authority, is responsible for conducting civil service examinations for recruitment to Indian Administrative Service, Indian Police Service, and Indian Foreign Service.
Q.12Easy
What is the primary function of the Election Commission of India (ECI)?
Answer: A
The ECI is a constitutional authority responsible for administering electoral processes for the Union and state legislatures, ensuring elections are conducted according to law and democratic principles.
Q.13Easy
What is the significance of the Right to Information Act (RTI), 2005?
Answer: B
The RTI Act, 2005 is a landmark legislation that grants citizens the fundamental right to seek and access information held by public authorities, promoting transparency and accountability.
Q.14Easy
Under the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992, what is the mandatory reservation percentage for women in local government bodies?
Answer: B
The 73rd Amendment Act mandates 33% reservation for women in Panchayati Raj institutions at all levels.
Q.15Easy
Which of the following states was the first to implement the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India?
Answer: A
GST was implemented uniformly across all Indian states and union territories on July 1, 2017.
Q.16Easy
The Lokpal and Lokayukta Act was enacted in which year?
Answer: A
The Lokpal and Lokayukta Act, 2013 was passed by Parliament to establish an anti-corruption framework.
Q.17Easy
Which West Bengal city has been recognized as India's first 'World Heritage City' by UNESCO?
Answer: B
Kolkata is recognized for its historical significance, colonial architecture, and cultural contributions.
Q.18Easy
Which of the following is NOT a function of the West Bengal State Human Rights Commission?
Answer: B
The State Human Rights Commission investigates violations and recommends preventive measures but does not issue currency. Currency issuance is a monetary function of the central bank.
Q.19Easy
Under the Right to Information Act, 2005, what is the maximum time limit for the Central Public Information Officer to provide information to the applicant?
Answer: B
The RTI Act prescribes a maximum of 30 days for providing information under normal circumstances, with an extension of 20 days possible in complex cases.
Q.20Easy
The Finance Commission in India is constituted every how many years as per constitutional provision?
Answer: C
Article 280 of the Constitution mandates constitution of the Finance Commission every 5 years to recommend distribution of revenues between Union and States.
