This GK General Knowledge quiz covers SSC question answer like: A Lok Sabha speaker addresses his/ her resignation to whom among the following? The 2017 International Shivratri Festival has started in which state? Which of the following Pala ruler founded the Somapuri University? Who founded the Sabarmati Ashram? Identify the thermosetting plastic from the given options: Who has been appointed as the new director general of Railway Protection Force (RPF)? In the year 1611, where was the English East India Company given permission to set up a factory (Trading post)? When was the famous Treaty of Chittor signed during the whom reign ? The South Asia satellite “GSAT-09” will be launched by ISRO from which launch vehicle? Which among the following are not Objects in Access Database? GK quiz set 1111 – gk questions and answers for rapid fire round to prepare you for the competition to stay ahead. Take free multiple choice questions answers test and get instant feedback.
A Lok Sabha speaker addresses his/ her resignation to whom among the following?
- Deputy Speaker
- President
- Prime Minister
- Law Ministry
Correct answer is option A i.e. Deputy Speaker
The 2017 International Shivratri Festival has started in which state?
- Sikkim
- Kerala
- Himachal Pradesh
- Andhra Pradesh
Correct answer is option C i.e. Himachal Pradesh
Explanation:
The International Shivaratri festival has started in Mandi village, Himachal Pradesh from February 24, 2017. It is held as per Hindu calendar every year on the Krishna paksha 13th day/13th night (breaking fast/’vrata’ on 14th after sunrise) of the waning moon in the month of Phalguna that corresponds to February/March as per Gregorian calendar. The festival’s popularity is widespread and hence is known as an international festival. In view of the large number of gods and goddesses that are invited to the festival from its 81 temples, Mandi town has the title of ‘Varanasi of the Hills’. The celebration includes maintaining a “jaagaran”, an all-night vigil and prayers, because Shaiva Hindus mark this night as “overcoming darkness and ignorance” in one’s life and the world through Shiva.
Explanation:
The International Shivaratri festival has started in Mandi village, Himachal Pradesh from February 24, 2017. It is held as per Hindu calendar every year on the Krishna paksha 13th day/13th night (breaking fast/’vrata’ on 14th after sunrise) of the waning moon in the month of Phalguna that corresponds to February/March as per Gregorian calendar. The festival’s popularity is widespread and hence is known as an international festival. In view of the large number of gods and goddesses that are invited to the festival from its 81 temples, Mandi town has the title of ‘Varanasi of the Hills’. The celebration includes maintaining a “jaagaran”, an all-night vigil and prayers, because Shaiva Hindus mark this night as “overcoming darkness and ignorance” in one’s life and the world through Shiva.
Which of the following Pala ruler founded the Somapuri University?
- Gopala
- Kumarpala
- Dharmapala
- Ramapala
Correct answer is option C i.e. Dharmapala
Explanation:
The Somapuri University is situated at North Bengal and was founded by Dharmapala, the Pala ruler.
Explanation:
The Somapuri University is situated at North Bengal and was founded by Dharmapala, the Pala ruler.
Who founded the Sabarmati Ashram?
- Arivindo Ghosh
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Ravindra Nath Tagore
- Gopal Das Mehta
Correct answer is option B
Identify the thermosetting plastic from the given options:
- Polythene
- Bakelite
- Polyvincychloride
- Casseine
Correct answer is option B i.e. Bakelite
Who has been appointed as the new director general of Railway Protection Force (RPF)?
- Brij Mohanty
- S H Prakash
- Dharmendra Kumar
- Nikhil Singh
Correct answer is option C i.e. Dharmendra Kumar
Explanation:
Explanation:
Dharmendra Kumar, IPS (AGMU:84), has been appointed as the new Director General of Railway Protection Force (RPF). Presently, he is working in CISF as Additional DG. The appointment of Kumar will be effective from the date of assumption of charge of the post or until further orders, whichever is earlier. The RPF is a security force of India entrusted with protecting railway passengers, passenger area and railway property of the Indian Railways .This is the only central armed police force (CAPF) which has the power to arrest, investigate and prosecute criminals. The force is under the authority of Ministry of Railways.
In the year 1611, where was the English East India Company given permission to set up a factory (Trading post)?
- Bangalore
- Madras
- Masulipattam
- Surat
Correct answer is option D
When was the famous Treaty of Chittor signed during the whom reign ?
- Akbar
- Jahangir
- Shahjahan
- Aurangzeb
Correct answer is option B
The South Asia satellite “GSAT-09” will be launched by ISRO from which launch vehicle?
- GSLV Mk-III
- GSLV Mk-II
- GSLV Mk-IV
- GSLV Mk-V
Correct answer is option B i.e. GSLV Mk-II
Explanation:
The South Asia satellite “GSAT-09” will be launched by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on May 5, 2017 to boost the development and economy of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) nations in the region. It will be launched into the orbit from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota using a Geostationary Launch Vehicle (GSLV) Mk-II launch vehicle. The 2,230 kg satellite has 12 Ku-band transponders. It is cuboid in shape and built around a central cylinder has a mission life of over 12 years. The satellite will enable full range of applications and services in the areas of telecommunication and broadcasting applications viz. Television, Direct-to-Home (DTH), Very Small Aperture Terminals (VSATs), Tele-education, Telemedicine and Disaster Management Support. The beneficiaries of GSAT-09 are as follows: Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka and Maldivies.
Explanation:
The South Asia satellite “GSAT-09” will be launched by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on May 5, 2017 to boost the development and economy of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) nations in the region. It will be launched into the orbit from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota using a Geostationary Launch Vehicle (GSLV) Mk-II launch vehicle. The 2,230 kg satellite has 12 Ku-band transponders. It is cuboid in shape and built around a central cylinder has a mission life of over 12 years. The satellite will enable full range of applications and services in the areas of telecommunication and broadcasting applications viz. Television, Direct-to-Home (DTH), Very Small Aperture Terminals (VSATs), Tele-education, Telemedicine and Disaster Management Support. The beneficiaries of GSAT-09 are as follows: Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka and Maldivies.
Which among the following are not Objects in Access Database?
- Table
- Form
- Query
- Pivot table
Correct answer is option D i.e. Pivot table
