General Knowledge: Geography and Logic

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Which continent has the highest mountain peak?

  • North America
  • South America
  • Asia (correct)
  • Africa

Which mountain is the highest peak in the continent of North America?

  • Mount McKinley (correct)
  • Mount Kosciuszko
  • Mount Aconcagua
  • Mount Elbrus

Which mountain is the highest peak in the continent of Europe?

  • Mount Elbrus (correct)
  • Mount Kilimanjaro
  • Vinson Massif
  • Mount Everest

Which continent has the least highest peak?

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In a linear seating arrangement of 7 people, A sits at one end, and B sits third from A. If C sits to the immediate right of B, how many people sit between A and C?

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If P is the father of Q and S is the mother of Q, what is the relation between P and S?

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In a circular seating arrangement of 6 people, A sits opposite to C. If D sits two places to the right of A and B sits to the immediate right of D, who sits to the immediate left of B?

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Find the next number in the sequence: 2, 6, 12, 20, 30, ?

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A clock shows 3:15. If the minute hand moves 90 degrees clockwise, what will be the new time?

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What is the main purpose of the letter?

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What evidence does the applicant provide to support their request for a correction?

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To whom is the letter addressed?

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Which of the following information is NOT included in the letter?

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What is the tone of the letter?

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Which provision of the 'Indian Governance Act 1858' directly transferred the administration of India from the British East India Company to the British Crown?

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What was the primary reason for the British Parliament to pass the 'Indian Governance Act 1858'?

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The 'Indian Governance Act 1858' abolished the Board of Directors (Court of Directors) and the Board of Control. What was the impact of this abolition?

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Who was the first Governor-General of Bengal?

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How did the 'Indian Governance Act 1858' influence the future of British rule in India?

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Who was the last Governor-General of India?

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Which of the following was NOT a direct outcome of the 'Indian Governance Act 1858'?

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Who was the first Viceroy of India?

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Who was the last Governor of Bengal?

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Which mountain range is located along the northern border of India?

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Which of the following hills is part of the Himalayas?

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What is the location of the Western Ghats?

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Which mountain range is situated in eastern India?

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Which of the following ranges form part of the Himalayas?

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What is the SI unit of energy?

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Which of these is a fundamental physical quantity?

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What is the dimension of power?

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Which of these is NOT a form of energy?

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What is the principle of conservation of energy?

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Who was the first British President of the Indian National Congress?

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Which session of the Indian National Congress was held in 1886?

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Which of the following presidents was the first Muslim president of the Indian National Congress?

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In which year did the first session of the Indian National Congress take place?

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How many delegates attended the first session of the Indian National Congress?

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Which type of grassland is found in South Africa?

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Which of the following regions is NOT associated with tropical grasslands?

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What is the name of the grassland region found in both Africa and Australia?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of grasslands?

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What is the main difference between Savanna and Temperate grasslands?

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What specific error is the student requesting to be rectified?

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What is the student's main argument for requesting a review?

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What does the student request from the Principal/Exam Controller?

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Flashcards

SI Unit of Electric Current

The unit of electric current in the International System of Units is the Ampere.

Units of Measurement in Physics

Standardized quantities used to measure physical properties, including length, mass, and time.

Dimensions in Physics

Physical quantities that represent the nature of a measurement, like length [L], mass [M], and time [T].

Electric Current

The flow of electric charge, measured in amperes.

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Energy Measurement

A quantifiable expression of the work done or the capacity to do work. Commonly measured in Joules.

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BODMAS

Order of operations: Brackets, Orders, Division, Multiplication, Addition, Subtraction.

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Number Series

A sequence of numbers following a specific pattern.

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Seating Arrangement

Arrangement of individuals in specific patterns (linear or circular).

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Blood Relations

Relationships between family members, such as siblings or parents.

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Odd One Out

An item that does not fit in with a group based on a particular attribute.

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Exam Results Correction Request

A formal appeal to correct errors in exam results due to a technical issue.

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Technical Error

An unintended mistake caused by a software or computer system.

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Final Transcript

A complete record of a student's academic performance, including courses and grades.

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Coursework Completion

The successful fulfillment of assignments and exams required for a course.

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Review Process

The evaluation of exam materials to identify and correct mistakes.

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Correction of Exam Results

A request to amend errors in exam scores.

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Technical Error in Results

An issue in the published exam scores due to system malfunctions.

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Review of Answer Sheets

A process of re-evaluating exam responses to verify scores.

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Syllabus Completion

Finishing all topics in the course curriculum before exams.

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Documentation for Correction

Required papers or forms to support a request for error rectification.

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Himalayas

The major mountain range in northern India, includes Karakoram, Ladakh, and Zaskar ranges.

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Western Ghats

A mountain range located along the western coast of India.

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Eastern Ghats

A mountain range located along the eastern coast of India.

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Aravali

A mountain range located in western India, one of the oldest ranges.

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Shivalik

A range within the Himalayas that acts as a foothill system.

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First Indian National Congress Session

The inaugural session held in 1885 in Bombay, attended by 72 delegates.

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Second Session President

Dadabhai Naoroji served as the first Parsi President during the 1886 Calcutta session.

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First Muslim President

Badruddin Tayyabji was the first Muslim President during the Third session in 1887.

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First British President

George Yule became the first British President at the fourth session in 1888, located in Allahabad.

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Special Notes in Congress Sessions

Key features and highlights for each session of the Indian National Congress.

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Indian Governance Act 1858

Legislation that ended the rule of the British East India Company in India.

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End of Company's rule

The Indian Governance Act 1858 marked the end of British East India Company's control over India.

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Abolition of the Board of Directors

The Act abolished the Court of Directors and Board of Control of the East India Company.

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Dalhousie's annexation policy

The Act led to the end of certain imperialistic policies like Lord Dalhousie's annexations.

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Provisions of the Act

The significant provisions included ending Company rule, abolishing boards, and ending annexation policies.

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Bengal's first Governor

Robert Clive was the first Governor of Bengal.

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Bengal's last Governor

Warren Hastings served as Bengal's last Governor.

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Bengal's first Governor-General

Warren Hastings was appointed as the first Governor-General of Bengal.

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Bengal's last Governor-General

William Bentick was the last Governor-General of Bengal.

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India's last Governor-General

Lord Canning was the last Governor-General of India.

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Savanna

A type of grassland found in Africa and Australia.

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Tropical Grasslands

Grasslands in Brazil known as Campos and Venezuela known as Llanos.

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Pampas

Temperate grassland region located in Argentina.

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Veld

A type of temperate grassland region found in South Africa.

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Steppe

A type of temperate grassland found in Asia and Europe.

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Mount Everest

The highest peak in Asia and the world at 8,848 meters.

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Mount Elbrus

The highest peak in Europe, standing at 5,642 meters.

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Mount McKinley

The highest peak in North America, now called Denali, at 6,190 meters.

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Mount Aconcagua

The highest peak in South America, reaching 6,961 meters.

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Mount Kilimanjaro

The highest peak in Africa, at 5,895 meters, known for its large volcanic formation.

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Study Notes

Answer Key

  • Question 21: Answer (C)
  • Question 22: Answer (D)
  • Question 23: Answer (A)
  • Question 24: Answer (C)
  • Question 25: Answer (A)
  • Question 26: Answer (B)
  • Question 27: Answer (B)
  • Question 28: Answer (A)
  • Question 29: Answer (D)
  • Question 30: Answer (B)
  • Question 31: Answer (A)
  • Question 32: Answer (D)
  • Question 33: Answer (A)
  • Question 34: Answer (C)
  • Question 35: Answer (A)
  • Question 36: Answer (A)
  • Question 37: Answer (A)
  • Question 38: Answer (D)
  • Question 39: Answer (C)
  • Question 40: Answer (D)

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