This GK General Knowledge quiz covers SSC question answer like: Chota Nagpur Plateau is a world famous region of India for which of the following ? What is the common name of analgesic and antipyretic drug acetylsalicylic acid? Which among the following was the first municipal corporation set up in India in the year 1687 ? The tribal rebellion against the British known as Ulgulan was organised by —Name the Hindu ruler of the 18th century who distinguished himself by performing Asvamedha sacrifice twice ? During the Delhi Sultanate, who among the following were called the Barids? Dara Shikoh finally lost the war of succession to Aurangzeb in the battle of—Pandit Narayanrao Bodas, who passed away recently, was the veteran exponent of which gharana of Hindustani classical music? Mangal Pandey Fired the first shot of the Revolt of 1857 atIn the council of 8 Ministers of Shivaji which was called as Ashtapradhan , who was known as chief Minister and was responsible for General Administration? GK quiz set 385 – gk MCQ questions and answers to help you score better in general awareness section. Online question and answer to prepare well.

Chota Nagpur Plateau is a world famous region of India for which of the following ?

  1. flora and fauna
  2. minerals
  3. touristic attraction
  4. rivers

Correct answer is option B i.e. minerals

What is the common name of analgesic and antipyretic drug acetylsalicylic acid?

  1. Paracetamol
  2. Aspirin
  3. Wintergreen
  4. Trazodone

Correct answer is option B i.e. Aspirin
Explanation:

Aspirin or acetylsalicylic acid is a salicylate drug, often used as an analgesic to relieve minor aches and pains, as an antipyretic to reduce fever, and as an anti-inflammatory medication.

While in humans much of it is attributable to diet, a substantial part is synthesized endogenously.

Which among the following was the first municipal corporation set up in India in the year 1687 ?
  1. Madras Municipal Corporation
  2. Bombay Municipal Corporation
  3. Delhi Municipal Corporation
  4. None of the above

Correct answer is option A i.e. Madras Municipal Corporation
Explanation:
The first municipal corporation was set up in India in 1687 at Madras preceding the Bombay and Delhi municipal corporations.
The tribal rebellion against the British known as Ulgulan was organised by —
  1. Korra Mallaya
  2. Ranade
  3. Birsa Munda
  4. Konda Dora

Correct answer is option C
Name the Hindu ruler of the 18th century who distinguished himself by performing Asvamedha sacrifice twice ?
  1. Shivaji
  2. Abhaya Singh of Marwar
  3. Rana Jagat Singh of Mewar
  4. Sawai Jai Singh of Amber

Correct answer is option D
During the Delhi Sultanate, who among the following were called the Barids?
  1. Craftsmen
  2. Bodyguards of the Sultan
  3. Officer-in-charge of state exchequer
  4. The spy / news reporters

Correct answer is option D i.e. The spy / news reporters
Explanation:
Barid-i-mumalik was the head of the information and intelligence department. Only a nobleman who enjoyed the fullest confidence of Sultan was appointed the chief barid. The Barid-i-Mumalik had to keep information of all that was happening in the Sultanate
Dara Shikoh finally lost the war of succession to Aurangzeb in the battle of—
  1. Dharmat
  2. Samugarh
  3. Deorai
  4. Khanua

Correct answer is option B

Pandit Narayanrao Bodas, who passed away recently, was the veteran exponent of which gharana of Hindustani classical music?

  1. Patiala gharana
  2. Gwalior gharana
  3. Mewati gharana
  4. Kirana gharana

Correct answer is option B i.e. Gwalior gharana
Explanation:

Pandit Narayanrao Bodas (84), the renowned exponent of the Gwalior gharana of Hindustani classical music, has passed away in Pune, Maharashtra on November 28, 2017. He was born in Karachi into a musical aristocracy steeped in the traditions of Indian classical music. Despite his dedication to conserving the heritage of classical vocal music, Pandit Narayanrao devoted a considerable amount of his career to Marathi natya sangeet (enactment of musicals on stage). Though he acted in some films and worked in the television medium, Pandit Narayanrao remained devoted to the uncompromising art of Hindustani classical music — and promoting it in its purest form.

Mangal Pandey Fired the first shot of the Revolt of 1857 at
  1. Barrackpore
  2. Meerut
  3. Kanpur
  4. Jhansi

Correct answer is option A

In the council of 8 Ministers of Shivaji which was called as Ashtapradhan , who was known as chief Minister and was responsible for General Administration?

  1. Peshwa
  2. Amatya
  3. Sachiv or Shuru Navis
  4. Majumdar

Correct answer is option A i.e. Peshwa