This GK General Knowledge quiz covers SSC question answer like: The Union Government has launched ECBC 2017 for new commercial buildings. What does “ECBC” stands for? “Alai Darwaja” is a gateway to which monument? The hymns of ‘Rigaveda’ are the work of –India’s first Uranium Mine is located at which among the following places? Kuka Movement was organised byWho was not associated with the Gaddar Party? What is the India’s GDP growth forecast for FY 18, as per World Bank (WB)’s latest report “India Development Report”? Which of the following rocks formed from the existing rocks by undergoing the process of recrystallization? Digamber Singh, who passed away recently, was related to which field? Who among the following also launched a Home rule Movement in India, apart from Annie Besant? GK quiz set 447 – general knowledge MCQ ppsc to improve your speed for general awareness section so that you can attempt it quickly. More you will practice these MCQ quizzes, more will be your confidence.
The Union Government has launched ECBC 2017 for new commercial buildings. What does “ECBC” stands for?
  1. Energy Control Building Code
  2. Energy Conservation Building Code
  3. Energy Concatenation Building Code
  4. Energy Co-nation Building Code

Correct answer is option B i.e. Energy Conservation Building Code
Explanation:
The Union Power Minister Piyush Goyal has launched Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) 2017 in New Delhi to prescribe the energy performance standards for new commercial buildings to be constructed across India. The updated version of ECBC provides current as well as futuristic advancements in building technology to further reduce building energy consumption and promote low-carbon growth. The purpose of the code is to optimize energy savings with the comfort level for occupants, and prefers life-cycle cost effectiveness to achieve energy neutrality in commercial building. The ECBC 2017 was developed by Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) with technical support from United States Agency for International Development (USAID) under the U.S.-India bilateral Partnership to Advance Clean Energy – Deployment Technical Assistance (PACE-D TA) Program.

“Alai Darwaja” is a gateway to which monument?

  1. Qutub Minar
  2. Jama Masjid
  3. Humayun’s Tomb
  4. Safdarjang’s Tomb

Correct answer is option A i.e. Qutub Minar
Explanation:

Mamluk dynasty did not employ true Islamic architecture styles and used false domes and false arches.

The first example of the true arch and true dome is in Alai Darwaja located in Qutub Complex. It was built by Ala-ud-din Khilji in 1311 AD.

The hymns of ‘Rigaveda’ are the work of –
  1. one author
  2. four author
  3. seven author
  4. many author

Correct answer is option D
India’s first Uranium Mine is located at which among the following places?
  1. Jadugauda
  2. Tummalapalle
  3. Pichli
  4. Dalbhum

Correct answer is option A i.e. Jadugauda
Explanation:
Jaduguda is first Uranium Mine in India located in Singhbhum district of Jharkhand. Other mine is located in Tummalapalle in Andhra Pradesh. Pichli near Abrakipahar in Gaya district of Bihar and Sunrgai and Dalbhum areas of Singhbhum district of Jharkhand are other locations where
Kuka Movement was organised by
  1. Guru Ram Das
  2. Guru Nanak
  3. Guru Ram Singh
  4. Guru Gobind Singh

Correct answer is option C
Who was not associated with the Gaddar Party?
  1. Lala Hardayal
  2. Kartar Singh
  3. Rash Behari Bose
  4. Bal Gangadhar Tilak

Correct answer is option D
What is the India’s GDP growth forecast for FY 18, as per World Bank (WB)’s latest report “India Development Report”?
  1. 7.2%
  2. 7.4%
  3. 7.7%
  4. 7.5%

Correct answer is option A i.e. 7.2%
Explanation:
According to the latest report of World Bank titled “’India Development Report”, India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is expected to grow at 7.2% for FY18 (2017-18) due to the impact of demonetisation and protracted investment recovery. Though, India’s growth would accelerate to 7.7% by FY 20 on strong fundamentals, reform momentum and improving investment scenario. The report stated that the overall impact of GST on equity and poverty is likely to be positive.

Which of the following rocks formed from the existing rocks by undergoing the process of recrystallization?

  1. Igneous rocks
  2. Metamorphic rocks
  3. Sedimentary rocks
  4. None of the above

Correct answer is option B i.e. Metamorphic rocks
Explanation:

The type of rocks that are formed from existing rocks through recrystallization are known as metamorphic rocks. The word metamorphic means ‘change of form’.

Igneous rocks are formed by the solidification of hot molten material called magma or lava. The word igneous is derived from the Latin word ‘ignis’ meaning fire.

Sedimentary rocks are formed by the deposition of sediments of rocks by exogenous forces. The word ‘sedimentary’ is derived from the Latin word sedimentum, which means settling.

Digamber Singh, who passed away recently, was related to which field?

  1. Politics
  2. Sports
  3. Journalism
  4. Law

Correct answer is option A i.e. Politics
Explanation:

Dr Digamber Singh, the senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, has passed away in Jaipur, Rajasthan on October 27, 2017. He served as cabinet minister in Government of Rajasthan led by Vasundhara Raje. He represented Deeg-Kumher constituency of Bharatpur district in the assembly. He is currently President of “Bees Sutri Karyakram” and has a status of Cabinet Minister.

Who among the following also la
unched a Home rule Movement in India, apart from Annie Besant?

  1. Arubindo Ghosh
  2. Bal Gangadhar Tilak
  3. Gopal Krishna Gokhale
  4. Madan Mohan Malviya

Correct answer is option B i.e. Bal Gangadhar Tilak