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in General Studies II
Q.21
Medium
General Studies II
Which historical figure is known as the 'Father of Modern India'?
ADadabhai Naoroji
BRaja Ram Mohan Roy
CJawaharlal Nehru
DMahatma Gandhi
Correct Answer:
B. Raja Ram Mohan RoyExplanation:
Raja Ram Mohan Roy, a Bengali social reformer, is often regarded as the 'Father of Modern India' for his pioneering reforms.
Q.22
Medium
General Studies II
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, known as the 'Toy Train', was constructed during which period?
A1870-1881
B1880-1890
C1890-1900
D1900-1910
Correct Answer:
A. 1870-1881Explanation:
The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway was constructed between 1870 and 1881 and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Q.23
Medium
General Studies II
Which of the following is NOT a fundamental right under Part III of the Indian Constitution?
ARight to Equality
BRight to Freedom of Religion
CRight to Education
DRight to Adequate Livelihood
Correct Answer:
D. Right to Adequate LivelihoodExplanation:
The Right to Adequate Livelihood is a Directive Principle (Part IV), not a Fundamental Right. Fundamental Rights are listed in Articles 12-35.
Q.24
Hard
General Studies II
The Mahishmati River is a tributary of which major river in West Bengal?
AGanges
BBrahmaputra
CMeghna
DKosi
Correct Answer:
A. GangesExplanation:
The Mahishmati (also spelled Mahananda) is a tributary of the Ganges River flowing through West Bengal.
Q.25
Medium
General Studies II
Which state in India has the maximum number of tiger reserves?
AMadhya Pradesh
BUttarakhand
CWest Bengal
DKarnataka
Correct Answer:
A. Madhya PradeshExplanation:
Madhya Pradesh has the highest number of tiger reserves (6 reserves) in India, including Kanha and Bandhavgarh.
Q.26
Medium
General Studies II
The concept of 'Rule of Law' primarily means:
ALaws made by the legislature only
BEquality before law and equal protection of laws
CExecutive authority is supreme
DJudicial decisions are final without appeal
Correct Answer:
B. Equality before law and equal protection of lawsExplanation:
Rule of Law ensures equality before the law and equal protection for all citizens, a cornerstone of democratic governance.
Q.27
Easy
General Studies II
Which West Bengali city is known as the 'Venice of the East'?
AKolkata
BHowrah
CDacca (now in Bangladesh)
DSiliguri
Correct Answer:
A. KolkataExplanation:
Kolkata, with its network of waterways and colonial architecture, was historically known as the 'Venice of the East'.
Q.28
Medium
General Studies II
According to the 2023-24 Union Budget, which ministry received the highest allocation?
AMinistry of Defence
BMinistry of Finance
CMinistry of Road Transport and Highways
DMinistry of Education
Correct Answer:
A. Ministry of DefenceExplanation:
The Ministry of Defence consistently receives one of the highest budget allocations to maintain national security.
Q.29
Easy
General Studies II
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) framework consists of how many goals?
A15 goals
B17 goals
C20 goals
D22 goals
Correct Answer:
B. 17 goalsExplanation:
The UN's SDGs framework comprises 17 goals to be achieved by 2030, adopted in 2015.
Q.30
Hard
General Studies II
Which constitutional amendment introduced the 73rd and 74th amendments regarding local governance?
A70th Amendment
B72nd Amendment
C73rd Amendment only
DBoth 73rd and 74th Amendments
Correct Answer:
D. Both 73rd and 74th AmendmentsExplanation:
The 73rd (1992) and 74th (1992) Amendments introduced constitutional status to Panchayati Raj and Municipal governance.
