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Which international convention does not directly focus on species conservation?
Which international convention does not directly focus on species conservation?
- Convention on Migratory Species
- Convention on Climate Change (correct)
- Convention on Endangered Animals
- None of the above
In international cricket, what is the composition of the umpiring and officiating team during a match?
In international cricket, what is the composition of the umpiring and officiating team during a match?
- One umpire, aided by a match referee and a third umpire
- Two umpires, aided by a third umpire
- Two umpires, aided by a third umpire and a match referee (correct)
- Two umpires, aided by a match referee
Who among the following composed the Olympic Anthem, a symbol of the Olympic Games?
Who among the following composed the Olympic Anthem, a symbol of the Olympic Games?
- Pierre de Coubertin
- Carl Jung
- Carl Diem
- Spyridon Samaras (correct)
What target year has the United Nations set to end AIDS as a public health threat?
What target year has the United Nations set to end AIDS as a public health threat?
Lalithambika, who received Top French honors, is the former director of which Indian organization?
Lalithambika, who received Top French honors, is the former director of which Indian organization?
In the context of Indian Railways, what specific function does 'Kavach' technology serve?
In the context of Indian Railways, what specific function does 'Kavach' technology serve?
In the medical field, what is the primary application of Methotrexate (MTX)?
In the medical field, what is the primary application of Methotrexate (MTX)?
Which actor has been awarded the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic (Merito della Repubblica Italiana), the highest Italian civilian award, recognizing their contribution to promoting Italian culture?
Which actor has been awarded the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic (Merito della Repubblica Italiana), the highest Italian civilian award, recognizing their contribution to promoting Italian culture?
If snow fell 20cm in November and 30cm in December, what percentage increase did the snowfall have in December?
If snow fell 20cm in November and 30cm in December, what percentage increase did the snowfall have in December?
Considering global events and trends, what implication does Riyadh hosting the ‘2030 World Expo’ have on the Middle East's role in international affairs?
Considering global events and trends, what implication does Riyadh hosting the ‘2030 World Expo’ have on the Middle East's role in international affairs?
Which of the following is classified as an economic good?
Which of the following is classified as an economic good?
If the PM JANMAN scheme aims to uplift PVTGs, what could be a potential challenge in its effective implementation?
If the PM JANMAN scheme aims to uplift PVTGs, what could be a potential challenge in its effective implementation?
What is the capital city of Australia, and what is a key factor that influenced its selection over other major cities?
What is the capital city of Australia, and what is a key factor that influenced its selection over other major cities?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) plays a crucial role in the Indian economy. In which city is its headquarters located, and what primary function does this location facilitate?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) plays a crucial role in the Indian economy. In which city is its headquarters located, and what primary function does this location facilitate?
Given that IUCN has developed action plans for threatened pollinator groups, what broader ecological impact might result from the successful implementation of these plans in Europe?
Given that IUCN has developed action plans for threatened pollinator groups, what broader ecological impact might result from the successful implementation of these plans in Europe?
Considering India's geographical diversity, what makes the 'Special Category State' status significant for states like Assam and Sikkim, but not for Telangana?
Considering India's geographical diversity, what makes the 'Special Category State' status significant for states like Assam and Sikkim, but not for Telangana?
ICICI is a prominent name in the Indian financial sector. What type of entity does ICICI represent, and what is its primary role in the economy?
ICICI is a prominent name in the Indian financial sector. What type of entity does ICICI represent, and what is its primary role in the economy?
The 'Musketeers’ Trophy' is a symbol of excellence in men's singles tennis. At which of the following Grand Slam tournaments is this trophy awarded, and what historical significance does it carry?
The 'Musketeers’ Trophy' is a symbol of excellence in men's singles tennis. At which of the following Grand Slam tournaments is this trophy awarded, and what historical significance does it carry?
If Safeena Hussain's work focuses on girls' education, what long-term societal impact might her efforts have, beyond individual educational achievements?
If Safeena Hussain's work focuses on girls' education, what long-term societal impact might her efforts have, beyond individual educational achievements?
How might the data collected from the 'Proba-3 Mission', designed to study the solar corona, impact life on Earth?
How might the data collected from the 'Proba-3 Mission', designed to study the solar corona, impact life on Earth?
The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) is a key research and development establishment for ISRO. Where is it located, and what specific type of research is primarily conducted there?
The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) is a key research and development establishment for ISRO. Where is it located, and what specific type of research is primarily conducted there?
Considering the global effort to reduce ozone-depleting substances, what is the significance of India phasing out HCFC 141b, as reported by the Environment ministry and UNDP?
Considering the global effort to reduce ozone-depleting substances, what is the significance of India phasing out HCFC 141b, as reported by the Environment ministry and UNDP?
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, the European Union (EU) introduced a significant financial package. Approximately what was the size of this corona rescue deal, and what were its primary objectives?
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, the European Union (EU) introduced a significant financial package. Approximately what was the size of this corona rescue deal, and what were its primary objectives?
If 118 countries pledged at COP28 to triple the world’s green energy capacity to 11,000 GW by 2030, what strategic challenges might hinder achieving this ambitious goal?
If 118 countries pledged at COP28 to triple the world’s green energy capacity to 11,000 GW by 2030, what strategic challenges might hinder achieving this ambitious goal?
If a dye-sensitive silver salt is exposed to varying intensities of light, which of the following outcomes is most likely?
If a dye-sensitive silver salt is exposed to varying intensities of light, which of the following outcomes is most likely?
Consider the implications if the Luni River, instead of draining into the Rann of Kachchh, were redirected to flow into the Gulf of Cambay. Which scenario is most likely?
Consider the implications if the Luni River, instead of draining into the Rann of Kachchh, were redirected to flow into the Gulf of Cambay. Which scenario is most likely?
Imagine a scenario in which tsunamis were primarily triggered by hurricanes instead of undersea earthquakes. How would this change tsunami warning systems and preparedness strategies?
Imagine a scenario in which tsunamis were primarily triggered by hurricanes instead of undersea earthquakes. How would this change tsunami warning systems and preparedness strategies?
If gravity settling chambers were removed from industrial smokestacks, what environmental impacts would most likely be observed?
If gravity settling chambers were removed from industrial smokestacks, what environmental impacts would most likely be observed?
How would global barley production and trade be affected if climate change disproportionately impacted Russia's barley yields?
How would global barley production and trade be affected if climate change disproportionately impacted Russia's barley yields?
Suppose a new, highly potent insecticide 'XYZ' is developed. Although effective against pests, it's discovered to have similar environmental persistence and bioaccumulation properties to DDT. What would be the most significant concern regarding its widespread use?
Suppose a new, highly potent insecticide 'XYZ' is developed. Although effective against pests, it's discovered to have similar environmental persistence and bioaccumulation properties to DDT. What would be the most significant concern regarding its widespread use?
Consider a scenario in which the Indian government decides to divert water from the Cauvery River to irrigate drought-prone areas in Maharashtra. Which of the following consequences is most likely?
Consider a scenario in which the Indian government decides to divert water from the Cauvery River to irrigate drought-prone areas in Maharashtra. Which of the following consequences is most likely?
Imagine that electricity was never introduced in Mumbai. What are the most likely long-term differences in Mumbai compared to its current state?
Imagine that electricity was never introduced in Mumbai. What are the most likely long-term differences in Mumbai compared to its current state?
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2030 World Expo Host
2030 World Expo Host
Riyadh is the host city.
Hockey Championship Winner
Hockey Championship Winner
Punjab won the 13th Senior National men’s hockey championship.
PM JANMAN Scheme Target
PM JANMAN Scheme Target
PM JANMAN scheme supports PVTGs (Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups).
IUCN Pollinator Plans Continent
IUCN Pollinator Plans Continent
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White Lung Syndrome Cause
White Lung Syndrome Cause
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Not a Special Category State
Not a Special Category State
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Safeena Hussain's WISE Prize focus
Safeena Hussain's WISE Prize focus
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Forest Certification Scheme Country
Forest Certification Scheme Country
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Convention on Migratory Species
Convention on Migratory Species
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Cricket Umpires
Cricket Umpires
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Olympic Anthem Composer
Olympic Anthem Composer
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Target Year to End AIDS
Target Year to End AIDS
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Lalithambika's Former Role
Lalithambika's Former Role
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Methotrexate (MTX)
Methotrexate (MTX)
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Top Source of Coking Coal for India
Top Source of Coking Coal for India
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Penumbral Lunar Eclipse
Penumbral Lunar Eclipse
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Narmada River
Narmada River
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Cuttack, India
Cuttack, India
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Panini
Panini
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Bhagirathi
Bhagirathi
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Silver
Silver
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Yoga Sutra
Yoga Sutra
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Cauvery River
Cauvery River
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Rudolf
Rudolf
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Hubble Space Telescope
Hubble Space Telescope
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Economic goods
Economic goods
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Canberra
Canberra
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Mumbai
Mumbai
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ICICI
ICICI
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Musketeers’ Trophy
Musketeers’ Trophy
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Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre
Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre
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EU's corona rescue deal
EU's corona rescue deal
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Study Notes
GK Questions
- The host city for the '2030 World Expo' is Riyadh.
- Punjab won the 13th Senior National men's hockey championship.
- PM JANMAN scheme is associated with PVTGS.
- IUCN developed three Action Plans for threatened pollinator groups in Europe.
- The causative agent of 'white lung' syndrome is Virus.
- Telangana is NOT a Special Category State (SCS) as of 2023.
- Indian activist Safeena Hussain was awarded the $500,000 WISE Prize for her work related to girls' education.
- 'Proba-3 Mission' is associated with ESA.
- India has phased out the ozone-depleting chemical HCFC 141b.
- New Delhi is the host city of the first Indian Art, Architecture & Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023.
- Ravi Bishnoi, who was seen in the news, plays cricket.
- The 'Kesavananda Bharati judgment' was delivered in 1973.
- Rupee-denominated bonds that Indian entities issue outside of India are called "Masala bonds".
- 118 countries pledged at COP28 to triple the world's green energy capacity to 11,000 GW by 2030.
- India has recently launched its Forest and Wood Certification Scheme.
- The Convention on Migratory Species is called the 'Bonn Convention'.
- In international cricket, the game is adjudicated by two umpires, aided by a third umpire and a match referee.
- Spyridon Samaras composed the Olympic Anthem.
- The target year for ending AIDS as a public health threat is by 2030, set by the United Nations.
- Lalithambika, who received Top French honors, is the former director of DRDO.
- Kavach technology is related to Railways.
- Methotrexate (MTX) is an Anti-cancer drug.
- Kabir Bedi has been awarded the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic in December 2023.
- USA has recently launched the world's first 4th Generation nuclear reactor.
- Australia is the top source of steel making coking coal for India as of 2023.
- "Delivering Smart Solutions for Sustainable Food Security and Resilience" was the theme for National Farmer's Day 2023.
- INS Imphal, India's first naval asset named after a city in North East India, is a Destroyer.
- The Ministry of Science and Technology organized the 'Festival of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (FINE) 2023'.
- When the Moon moves through the outer part of the Earth's shadow, the eclipse is called Penumbral lunar Eclipse.
- The Training Launch of a Medium-Range Ballistic Missile, Agni-1, was successfully carried out in Odisha.
- The Narmada river flows between Vindhyan and Satpura ranges.
- The Central Rice Research Station is situated in Cuttack.
- Panini wrote Sanskrit grammar.
- Bhagirathi is the last headstream that meets the Ganges.
- Silver is the metal whose salts are sensitive to light.
- Patanjali is well known for the compilation of Yoga Sutra.
- The River Luni originates near Pushkar and drains into Rann of Kachchh.
- The Cauvery River originates in the Brahmagiri range of the Western Ghats.
- Russia has the highest production of Barley.
- Tsunamis are not caused by Hurricanes.
- The Chambal river is part of the Narmada basin.
- D.D.T. was invented by Mosley.
- Volcanic eruptions do not occur in the Baltic Sea.
- The Indus River originates in Tibet.
- Venus is the hottest planet in the solar system.
- The electricity supply was first introduced in India in Darjeeling.
- Galileo discovered the four satellites of Jupiter, developed the telescope, and discovered that the movement of a pendulum produces a regular time measurement
- Gravity setting chambers are used in industries to remove suspended particulate matter.
- Gulf Cooperation Council was originally formed by Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates.
- Grand Central Terminal, Park Avenue, New York is the world's largest railway station.
- Professor Amartya Sen received the Nobel Prize in Economics.
- NASA's most famous space telescope is named the Hubble Space Telescope.
- Economic goods are all commodities that are limited in quantity as compared to their demand.
- Canberra is the capital of Australia.
- The headquarters of the Reserve Bank of India is situated in Mumbai.
- ICICI is a financial institution.
- The Musketeers' Trophy is awarded at the French Open.
- Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre is located in Thiruvananthapuram.
- The European Union (EU) has unveiled a grand 500 EU billion coronavirus rescue deal.
- Albert Szent achieved the discovery of 'Vitamin C'.
General Aptitude Questions
- If a - b = 3 and a² + b² = 29, the value of ab is 10.
- The percentage of travellers flying with Royal Baby Airlines is approximately 40%.
- The missing number in the series 10, 15, ?, 27, 33 is 21.
- The next number in the series 125, 225, 216, 324, 343, ? is 441.
- If 20 years ago, the age of the father was 10 times the age of the daughter, then at present of the father 32 years.
- The number of lines featured in each square is related to which column they sit in. The shapes going down the middle column all have 10 lines, the shapes on the right have 7 and the 2 shapes that we can see on the left have 4.
- The black square and unshaded square should both be in the middle, with no triangle
- The percentage increase in snowfall in Whistler from November to December is 50%.
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