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1. The amplitude of sound waves is measured in the units of

The amplitude of sound waves is measured in the units of

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pressure
distance
time
speed
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The amplitude of sound waves is measured in the units of pressure.
Sound waves in a medium like air are longitudinal waves involving compressions and rarefactions. The amplitude of a sound wave is the maximum variation in pressure from the equilibrium pressure (atmospheric pressure) or the maximum displacement of particles from their mean position.
While amplitude can be expressed as displacement amplitude (measured in meters, a unit of distance), it is more commonly and directly related to the intensity or loudness of the sound when expressed as pressure amplitude. Pressure is measured in Pascals (Pa), which are units of pressure. The options provided include both pressure and distance, but pressure is a more direct measure of the force per unit area variation that constitutes the wave, and its amplitude correlates directly with loudness.

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2. Which of the following statements about the Unionist Party is/are corr

Which of the following statements about the Unionist Party is/are correct?

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  • 1. It was a political party representing the interests of landholders in Punjab.
  • 2. It was opposed to the idea of the partition of India as India and Pakistan.

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Neither 1 nor 2
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Both statements about the Unionist Party are correct.
1. The Unionist Party was a dominant political party in pre-partition Punjab, representing the interests of various communities, including Hindu Jats, Muslims, and Sikhs, with a strong base among landholders and rural populations.
2. The party strongly opposed the idea of the partition of India based on religion, advocating for a united Punjab within a federal India. They believed in inter-communal cooperation for the progress of the province.
The Unionist Party was founded in 1923 and remained influential in Punjab politics until the partition of India in 1947. Prominent leaders included Sir Sikandar Hayat Khan and Sir Chhotu Ram. Their stance against the partition was rooted in the belief that it would harm the economic and social fabric of Punjab.

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3. Consider the following historical events : Gandhi-Irwin Pact Second

Consider the following historical events :

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  1. Gandhi-Irwin Pact
  2. Second Round Table Conference
  3. Peasant Movement in Bardoli
  4. Peasant Movement in Kheda

Which one of the following is the correct chronological order (starting from the earliest) of the above events?

4-1-3-2
4-3-1-2
3-1-2-4
1-2-4-3
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The correct chronological order of the events is 4-3-1-2.
The timeline of the events is as follows:
1. Peasant Movement in Kheda: 1918
2. Peasant Movement in Bardoli: 1928
3. Gandhi-Irwin Pact: March 5, 1931
4. Second Round Table Conference: September – December 1931
Arranging them from earliest to latest gives: Kheda (4), Bardoli (3), Gandhi-Irwin Pact (1), Second Round Table Conference (2).
The Kheda Satyagraha was one of Gandhi’s early movements in India, following the Champaran Satyagraha. The Bardoli Satyagraha was a major peasant movement led by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel against excessive taxation. The Gandhi-Irwin Pact was a political agreement between Mahatma Gandhi and Lord Irwin before the Second Round Table Conference, which Gandhi attended as the sole representative of the Indian National Congress.

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4. Who among the following introduced the ‘Objective Resolution’ in the C

Who among the following introduced the ‘Objective Resolution’ in the Constituent Assembly on 13th December, 1946?

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Jawaharlal Nehru
Rajendra Prasad
B. R. Ambedkar
Alladi Krishnaswami Aiyar
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Jawaharlal Nehru introduced the ‘Objective Resolution’ in the Constituent Assembly of India.
The Objective Resolution was moved by Jawaharlal Nehru on December 13, 1946.
This resolution outlined the philosophy and guiding principles for the Constitution of free India. It proclaimed India to be an Independent Sovereign Republic and guaranteed justice, equality, and freedom to all its people. It was unanimously adopted by the Assembly on January 22, 1947, and significantly influenced the final shape of the Constitution, particularly the Preamble.

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5. Where did Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose announce the formation of the Gov

Where did Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose announce the formation of the Government of Free India in 1943?

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Singapore
Shanghai
Berlin
Mandalay
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Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose announced the formation of the Provisional Government of Free India (Azad Hind Government) on October 21, 1943.
The announcement was made in Singapore.
The Provisional Government of Free India was recognized by the Axis powers and aimed to mobilize resources and support for the Indian independence movement through armed struggle, primarily with the Indian National Army (INA). Singapore was the headquarters of the Indian National Army after its leadership was taken over by Subhas Chandra Bose.

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6. Who among the following invented the flying shuttle?

Who among the following invented the flying shuttle?

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James Hargreaves
John Kay
Richard Arkwright
Humphry Davy
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The flying shuttle was a key invention during the early Industrial Revolution that significantly sped up the process of weaving. It was invented by John Kay in 1733.
John Kay invented the flying shuttle, a pivotal tool in the mechanization of weaving.
James Hargreaves is known for inventing the Spinning Jenny. Richard Arkwright invented the Water Frame. Humphry Davy is known for inventing the Davy lamp (miner’s safety lamp) and isolating several chemical elements. These inventions were all significant contributions to the Industrial Revolution in Britain, particularly in the textile industry.

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7. Who among the following is the author of the book, Tomb of Sand?

Who among the following is the author of the book, Tomb of Sand?

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Arundhati Roy
Geetanjali Shree
Chetan Bhagat
Jhumpa Lahiri
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The book “Tomb of Sand” (originally “Ret Samadhi” in Hindi) is written by Indian author Geetanjali Shree. The English translation by Daisy Rockwell won the International Booker Prize in 2022.
“Tomb of Sand” is authored by Geetanjali Shree.
Geetanjali Shree is a prominent Hindi novelist and short story writer. “Tomb of Sand” is the first Hindi-language novel to win the International Booker Prize, bringing significant international recognition to Hindi literature. Arundhati Roy, Chetan Bhagat, and Jhumpa Lahiri are also well-known authors, but “Tomb of Sand” is not their work.

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8. In a recent judgement, the Supreme Court of India directed that every

In a recent judgement, the Supreme Court of India directed that every protected forest, national park and wildlife sanctuary across the country should have a mandatory eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) of a minimum of

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1 km starting from their demarcated boundaries
2 km starting from their demarcated boundaries
3 km starting from their demarcated boundaries
5 km starting from their demarcated boundaries
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In a significant judgment in June 2022, the Supreme Court of India directed that every protected forest, national park, and wildlife sanctuary across the country must have a mandatory eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) of a minimum of 1 kilometre starting from their demarcated boundaries. The ruling aimed to regulate development activities in these sensitive areas.
The Supreme Court mandated a minimum 1 km eco-sensitive zone around protected areas (National Parks, Wildlife Sanctuaries).
Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZs) are areas declared by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) around Protected Areas. The purpose is to create a buffer zone and regulate certain activities to minimize the negative impact on the protected area. While the minimum is 1 km, the ESZ can extend up to 10 km in some cases, and its extent is determined based on specific requirements and consultation, but the Court set a floor of 1 km.

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9. Which of the following statements about ‘SHRESHTA’ scheme, launched re

Which of the following statements about ‘SHRESHTA’ scheme, launched recently by the Government of India, is/are correct?

  • 1. This scheme is for residential education for students in high school in targeted areas.
  • 2. It provides for high quality education for meritorious but poor Scheduled Caste students.

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2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
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The SHRESHTA scheme stands for ‘Scheme for Residential Education for Students in High Schools in Targeted Areas’. Its primary objective is to provide quality residential education to meritorious but poor Scheduled Caste (SC) students in classes 9th to 12th by admitting them into the best private residential schools. Thus, both statements accurately describe aspects of the scheme.
The SHRESHTA scheme provides residential education for SC students in high schools and aims to provide quality education to meritorious poor SC students.
The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. It aims to bridge the gap in access to quality education for Scheduled Caste students and promote their overall development.

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10. eSanjeevani, the free telemedicine service of the Government of India,

eSanjeevani, the free telemedicine service of the Government of India, was recently integrated with the

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Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
Aam Aadmi Bima Yojana
Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana
Universal Health Insurance Scheme
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eSanjeevani, the flagship telemedicine platform of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, was integrated with the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) in May 2022. This integration allowed eSanjeevani users to create Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts (ABHA) and link their existing health records.
eSanjeevani was integrated with the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) to enhance digital health services and interoperability.
The Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission aims to create a national digital health ecosystem that enables access to health records and promotes interoperability of health information. Aam Aadmi Bima Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana are insurance schemes. The Universal Health Insurance Scheme is a broader concept, not a specific program eSanjeevani was integrated with in this context.

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