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The correct option is (B) :A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II

The correct option is (C) :1954

The correct option is (D) : Vadodara

The correct option is (D) : Kollam

The correct option is (B) : Primary section

The correct option is (A) : Viswanathan Anand

The correct option is (B): 29 March, 2018

The correct option is (C): (A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)

The correct option is (A) :Simla

The correct option is (A) :Tungabhadra and Krishna

The correct option is (D) :Zaytun

The correct option is (A): Integrated Child Development Services.

The correct option is (C) :Radio Club of Bombay

The Correct Option is (B): A, D, C, B

The Bhoodan-Gramdan Movement was initiated by Vinoba Bhave in 195(A) It was a voluntary land reform movement that aimed to persuade wealthy landowners to voluntarily give a portion of their land to landless people. The movement later expanded to include the donation of entire villages (Gramdan). Let's look at why the other options are incorrect:
Mahatma Gandhi was a key figure in India's independence movement and advocated for various social reforms, but the Bhoodan-Gramdan Movement was specifically started by Vinoba Bhave after Gandhi's assassination.
Shri Ram Chandra Reddy was the first landowner to donate land under the Bhoodan Movement, inspired by Vinoba Bhave's appeal. He was a participant in the movement, not its initiator.
Sardar Patel played a crucial role in the integration of princely states into independent India. While he was involved in post-independence nation-building, he was not the initiator of the Bhoodan-Gramdan Movement. Therefore, the Bhoodan-Gramdan Movement was initiated by Vinoba Bhave.

The question presents an analogy based on military ranks. We need to identify the relationship between Major and Lieutenant and apply the same relationship to Squadron Leader to find the corresponding rank. Major and Lieutenant are ranks in many armed forces, including the Indian Army. Lieutenant is a junior rank to Major. Specifically, in a typical hierarchy, a Major is senior to a Captain, who is senior to a Lieutenant. So, Lieutenant is two ranks below Major. Now, let's consider the ranks in the Indian Air Force. Squadron Leader is a rank equivalent to a Major in the Army. We need to find the rank that is two levels below Squadron Leader. The ranks in the Indian Air Force, in ascending order, are generally: Flying Officer Flight Lieutenant Squadron Leader Wing Commander Group Captain ... Following this hierarchy, Flight Lieutenant is one rank below Squadron Leader, and Flying Officer is two ranks below Squadron Leader. Therefore, Major is related to Lieutenant in the same way as Squadron Leader is related to Flying Officer.

Let's match the revolutions listed in List I with their corresponding areas of increase in List II:
(A) Blue Revolution: The Blue Revolution in India refers to the remarkable increase in fish production (III).
(B) White Revolution: The White Revolution, also known as Operation Flood, is associated with a significant increase in the field of milk production (IV).
(C) Yellow Revolution: The Yellow Revolution in India is related to the increased production of oil-seeds (II), such as mustard and sunflower.
(D) Green Revolution: The Green Revolution in India is well-known for its focus on achieving a significant increase in crop yield and agricultural products (I) through the adoption of high-yielding varieties, fertilizers, and irrigation. Therefore, the correct matching is: A - III B - IV C - II D - I This corresponds to option (B)

The relationship between the value of a country's imports and its exports over a period of time is known as the Balance of Trade (BOT). It represents the difference between the monetary value of a nation's exports and imports. Let's briefly look at the other options to understand why they are not the correct answer:
Balance of Payment (BOP): The Balance of Payment is a broader statement that records all economic transactions between the residents of a country and the rest of the world over a specific period. It includes the balance of trade, net income from abroad, net current transfers, and capital account transactions.
Balance of currency: This term is not a standard economic term used to describe the relationship between imports and exports.
Bill of exchange: A bill of exchange is a written order by a drawer to a drawee to pay a certain sum of money to a payee on a specified date or on demand. It is a financial instrument used in international trade but does not represent the overall relationship between a country's imports and exports. Therefore, the correct answer is Balance of Trade, which specifically focuses on the value of imports and exports of a country.

Let's review the performance of the given Indian athletes at the Tokyo Olympics 2020:
PV Sindhu: She won a bronze medal in Badminton at the Tokyo Olympics 2020.
Neeraj Chopra: He won a gold medal in Javelin Throw at the Tokyo Olympics 2020.
Abhinav Bindra: Abhinav Bindra won India's first individual gold medal at the Beijing Olympics in 2008 in shooting. He did not participate in the Tokyo Olympics 2020 as an active player.
Ravi Kumar Dahiya: He won a silver medal in Wrestling at the Tokyo Olympics 2020. Therefore, Abhinav Bindra did not receive a medal at the Tokyo Olympics 2020 as he was not an active participant in that edition of the games.

Natural gas is a naturally occurring hydrocarbon gas mixture consisting primarily of methane (CH ), usually with varying amounts of other higher alkanes, and sometimes a small percentage of non-hydrocarbon gases like carbon dioxide, nitrogen, hydrogen sulfide, or helium. The major constituent of natural gas is Methane. It typically makes up 70% to 90% of the volume of natural gas. The other options are incorrect:
Propane (C H ) and Butane (C H ) are also components of natural gas, but they are present in much smaller percentages compared to methane. They are often separated from natural gas for use as liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).
Carbon (C) is an element, and while it is the central atom in methane, propane, and butane, it does not exist as a major constituent in its elemental form in natural gas. Therefore, the major constituent of natural gas is methane.

Let's analyze each statement: Statement I: Constitution is the frame work for the governance of a country which delegates power and authority to the executive, legislative and judiciary. This statement is correct. A constitution serves as the fundamental legal framework of a country. It outlines the structure of the government, including the three main branches: the executive, the legislature, and the judiciary, and defines the powers and authorities of each. It also establishes the relationship between these branches and the citizens, and often includes fundamental rights and duties. Statement II: It serves a country in maintaining good relationships with her neighboring countries. This statement is incorrect. While a country's constitution may reflect its values and principles, which can indirectly influence its foreign policy and relationships with neighboring countries, the primary role of a constitution is internal governance. Maintaining good relationships with neighboring countries is primarily the domain of a country's foreign policy, which is formulated and implemented by the executive branch, often guided by international laws, treaties, and strategic interests, not directly by the constitution itself. Therefore, Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect.

The first Asian and the only Indian to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature is Rabindranath Tagore. He was awarded the prize in 1913 "because of his profoundly sensitive, fresh and beautiful verse, by which, with consummate skill, he has made his poetic thought, expressed in his own English words, a part of the literature of the West." His notable works include "Gitanjali." Let's briefly look at the other options:
Bankim Chandra Chatterjee was a prominent Indian novelist, poet, and journalist, known for his novel "Anandamath," which includes the song "Vande Mataram." He was a significant figure in Bengali literature but did not receive the Nobel Prize.
Torudutt was a Bengali poet and writer who wrote in English and French. She is considered one of the first Indian women writers in English, but she passed away at a young age and did not receive the Nobel Prize.
R.K. Narayan was a renowned Indian author known for his works set in the fictional South Indian town of Malgudi. He was a leading figure in early Indian English literature but did not receive the Nobel Prize. Therefore, Rabindranath Tagore remains the only Indian to have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was a renowned philosopher, academician, and statesman who served as the first Vice President and the second President of India. He was also a prolific writer whose works significantly contributed to the understanding of Indian philosophy and religion in the West. Among the given options, the book written by Dr. S. Radhakrishnan is Indian Philosophy. This is a comprehensive two-volume work that explores the history and development of philosophical thought in India. It is considered a seminal work in the field of Indian philosophy. Let's briefly look at the other options:
The world's largest democracy: This is a descriptive term often used for India but is not a specific book title by Dr. Radhakrishnan.
India divided: This book was written by Dr. Rajendra Prasad, who was the first President of India.
India Priceless heritage: While Dr. Radhakrishnan was deeply interested in Indian culture and heritage, this is not a widely recognized title of a book authored by him. Therefore, the correct answer is Indian Philosophy.

Let's match the books in List I with their respective authors in List II:
(A) India wins freedom: This book is an autobiographical account by Abdul Kalam Azad (III), a prominent leader of the Indian independence movement and India's first Minister of Education.
(B) The guide: This famous novel is written by the acclaimed Indian author R. K. Narayan (I), known for his works set in the fictional town of Malgudi.
(C) India from midnight to Millennium: This non-fiction work analyzing India's history and its journey into the modern era is authored by Shashi Tharoor (IV), an Indian politician, writer, and former international diplomat.
(D) Conquest of self: This book, focusing on self-discipline and inner strength, is written by Mahatma Gandhi (II), the iconic leader of India's independence movement. Therefore, the correct matching is: A - III B - I C - IV D - II This corresponds to option (B)

Let's match the rivers in List I with the cities located on their banks in List II:
(A) Mahanadi: The city of Cuttack (II) in Odisha is located on the banks of the Mahanadi River.
(B) Godavari: The city of Nashik (IV) in Maharashtra is situated on the banks of the Godavari River.
(C) Sutlej: The city of Ludhiana (I) in Punjab is located on the banks of the Sutlej River.
(D) Gomti: The city of Lucknow (III), the capital of Uttar Pradesh, is located on the banks of the Gomti River. Therefore, the correct matching is: A - II B - IV C - I D - III This corresponds to option (B)

Let's match the cities in List I with their popular nicknames in List II:
(A) Nagpur: Nagpur is widely known as the Orange City (III) due to the large cultivation and trade of oranges in the region.
(B) Surat: Surat is famous as the Diamond City (I) of India because it is a major hub for diamond processing and trade.
(C) Jaisalmer: Jaisalmer, with its yellow sandstone architecture, is popularly called the Golden City (IV).
(D) Jaipur: Jaipur, known for its pink-colored buildings, especially within the old city walls, is famously nicknamed the Pink City (II). Therefore, the correct matching is: A - III B - I C - IV D - II This corresponds to option (A)

Let's examine each of the options to determine if it is a state in India:
Nagaland: Nagaland is a state in Northeast India.
Manipur: Manipur is a state in Northeast India.
Laddakh: Ladakh is a Union Territory in India. It was formerly part of the state of Jammu and Kashmir but was reorganized into a separate Union Territory in August 2019.
Meghalaya: Meghalaya is a state in Northeast India. Therefore, Ladakh is not a state; it is a Union Territory.

Let's match the scientists in List I with their notable discoveries or contributions in List II:
(A) Har Gobind Khorana: He is known for his research on the genetic composition of the cell (II) and his work on the interpretation of the genetic code and its function in protein synthesis. He received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1968.
(B) C.V. Raman: Sir C.V. Raman was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930 for his discovery of the scattering of light (III), now known as the Raman Effect.
(C) Jagdish Chandra Bose: He was a pioneer in biophysics and is credited with the invention of the crescograph, an instrument for measurement of plant growth (IV). He also made significant contributions to the field of radio waves.
(D) Aryabhata: He was a prominent mathematician and astronomer from the classical age of Indian mathematics and astronomy. His major work, Aryabhatiya, includes significant contributions to mathematics, including the introduction of Zero (I) as a place-value system and also approximations for pi. Therefore, the correct matching is: A - II B - III C - IV D - I This corresponds to option (C)

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to Har Gobind Khorana in 1968. He shared the prize with Marshall W. Nirenberg and Robert W. Holley for their interpretation of the genetic code and its function in protein synthesis. Let's look at why the other options are incorrect:
C.V. Raman won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930 for his work on the scattering of light (Raman Effect).
Jagdish Chandra Bose made significant contributions to plant physiology and biophysics, but he did not receive the Nobel Prize.
Homi Jehangir Bhabha was a prominent Indian nuclear physicist and played a key role in the development of India's nuclear program. He was not awarded the Nobel Prize. Therefore, the correct answer is Har Gobind Khorana.

Let's examine each of the options to determine if it is a satellite launched by India:
Explorer: The Explorer program was a series of over 90 United States spacecraft launched from 1958 to 2015. Explorer 1 was the first artificial satellite launched by the United States.
APPLE (Ariane Passenger Payload Experiment): APPLE was India's first experimental communication satellite, launched by the European Space Agency's Ariane rocket in 198(A) It was a significant step in India's space program.
Bhaskar: The Bhaskar series consisted of two low-orbit experimental remote sensing satellites launched by India in 1979 and 198(A) They provided valuable data for earth observation.
INSAT (Indian National Satellite System): INSAT is a series of multipurpose geostationary satellites launched by India for telecommunications, broadcasting, meteorology, and search and rescue operations. The INSAT system is one of the largest domestic communication satellite systems in the Asia-Pacific region. Therefore, Explorer is not a satellite launched by India; it is a program of the United States.

Let's match the Indian independence movements in List I with their primary purposes or characteristics in List II:
(A) Quit India Movement: Launched in 1942, its main aim was to compel the British to leave India (II) immediately. The slogan "Quit India" encapsulates this objective.
(B) Civil Disobedience Movement: Started by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930 with the Salt Satyagraha, this movement was characterized by the refusal to obey certain laws, orders, or commands of the government (III) as a form of nonviolent protest.
(C) Non Cooperation Movement: Launched in 1920, this movement involved Indians resigning their titles, boycotting foreign goods and government institutions, and refusing to pay taxes (IV) as a means of protesting British rule.
(D) Home Rule League Movement: Initiated around 1916 by Annie Besant and Bal Gangadhar Tilak, the primary goal of the Home Rule League Movement was to achieve self-government in India (I) within the British Empire, advocating for greater Indian political representation and autonomy. Therefore, the correct matching is: A - II B - III C - IV D - I This corresponds to option (D)

The correct option is (C):Chetan Anand.

The correct option is (A):Lal Bahadur Sashtri.

The correct option is (A):E.V. Ramasami Naicker.

The correct option is (A):Ram Manohar Lohia.

The correct option is (B):2006.

The correct option is (A):National Institution for Transforming India.

The correct option is (A):C, B, D, E, A only.

The correct option is (C):22 December

The correct option is (A):A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III

The correct option is (D):RBI

The correct option is (C):Brimingham

The correct option is (B):Iran

The correct option is (A):Nile

The correct option is (D):Anamudi

The correct option is (C):Kathaputli

The correct option is (D):Dumb.

The correct option is (B): Dadupanth in Rajasthan

The correct option is (A): Andul Raj palace

The correct option is (B) : Senia Gharana

The correct option is (C) : Rabindranath Tagore

The correct option is (B): Buniyaad

The correct option is (C) :Goa.

The correct option is (D) :Aryabhatta.

The correct option is (B) :Rigveda.

The correct option is (C): 1918

The Correct Option is (C):Shiva

The Correct Option is (B):Powerful Zamindars

The Correct Option is (A):Village

The Correct Option is (C):Gandhi in his Times and Ours

The correct option is (B) : June 1992