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Question 1
Miscellaneous | Awards | Medium | The Hindu
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Consider the following in context of Sangita Kalanidhi Awards:
1. It came into existence in 1942.
2. The original award comprises a gold medal and a birudu patra.
Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
Detailed Explanation
Question 2
Science and Technology | Non Metals | Medium | The Hindu
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Consider the following in context of LPG:
1. It is heavier than air.
2. It has a lower calorific value.
Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (A) 1 only
Detailed Explanation
Question 3
Environment | Pollution | Medium | The Hindu
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Consider the following in context of Black Carbon:
1. It is a major component of fine particulate matter 10.
2. It is formed by the incomplete combustion of fossil fuels, biomass, and biofuels.
Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (B) 2 only
Detailed Explanation
Question 4
International Relation | Places In News | Medium | The Hindu
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Kharg Island is located in:
A. Persian Gulf
B. Strait of Hormuz
C. Arabian Sea
D. All of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (A) Persian Gulf
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