This GK General Knowledge quiz covers SSC question answer like: The Navegaon National Park is located in which state? Who has become first Indian to finish toughest cycle race Race Across America (RAAM) in solo category? Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched? Who among the following Kings of Rajasthan was a victim of Patricide? Megasthenes was an envoy of which of the following kings ? Which among the following is the longest National Highway of India? Consider the following statements:
- The rebels in the revolt 1857 had no clear perspective
- Many leaders of the revolt were defeated because of betrayal
Which among the above statements is / are correct? ISRO has successfully launched GSAT-19 communication satellite through which launch vehicle? Who has been appointed as the first female President of the Supreme Court (SC) in United Kingdom (UK)? Which of the following set of crops did the Indus Valley people cultivate? GK quiz set 487 – general awareness mock test for ibps to crack the SSC, UPSC, IAS and other competitive exams. Static general knowledge question answers for SSC, UPSC, IAS, IBPS, SBI and other exams.
The Navegaon National Park is located in which state?
- Uttar Pradesh
- West Bengal
- Gujarat
- Maharashtra
Correct answer is option D i.e. Maharashtra
Explanation:
The Navegaon National Park is located in the Gondia district of Maharashtra. It is a popular forest resort in the easternmost part of Maharashtra and was built in the 18th century. It is home to number of fishes, 209 species of birds, 9 species of reptiles and 26 species of mammals which includes Tiger, Panther, Jungle cat, Small India Civet, Palm Civet, Wolf, Jackals, Bisons, Sambars, Nilgais, Chitals, Wild boars, Sloth Bears, and Nathan Lewis.
Explanation:
The Navegaon National Park is located in the Gondia district of Maharashtra. It is a popular forest resort in the easternmost part of Maharashtra and was built in the 18th century. It is home to number of fishes, 209 species of birds, 9 species of reptiles and 26 species of mammals which includes Tiger, Panther, Jungle cat, Small India Civet, Palm Civet, Wolf, Jackals, Bisons, Sambars, Nilgais, Chitals, Wild boars, Sloth Bears, and Nathan Lewis.
Who has become first Indian to finish toughest cycle race Race Across America (RAAM) in solo category?
- Varun Singh Bhati
- Srinivas Gokulnath
- Mariyappan Thangavelu
- Deepa Malik
Correct answer is option B i.e. Srinivas Gokulnath
Explanation:
Lt Col Srinivas Gokulnath has the first Indian to complete the 4,900 kilometre Race Across America (RAAM) in solo category, which is the toughest cycle race in the world. He completed the race in eleven days, 18 hours and 45 minutes, which begin from California. Lt Gokulnath stated that his postings at Siachen Base Camp and at 15,000 feet on the Uri mountains helped him achieve the feat of finishing the race. A solo rider has 12 days to finish the race and has to ride over 400 kilometres a day to finish it in given time. Sleep is for under 3-hours a day.
Explanation:
Lt Col Srinivas Gokulnath has the first Indian to complete the 4,900 kilometre Race Across America (RAAM) in solo category, which is the toughest cycle race in the world. He completed the race in eleven days, 18 hours and 45 minutes, which begin from California. Lt Gokulnath stated that his postings at Siachen Base Camp and at 15,000 feet on the Uri mountains helped him achieve the feat of finishing the race. A solo rider has 12 days to finish the race and has to ride over 400 kilometres a day to finish it in given time. Sleep is for under 3-hours a day.
Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched?
- Partition of Bengal 1905
- Foundation of Muslim League 1906
- Surat Split 1907
- Transfer of India’s Capital from Calcutta to Delhi 1909
Correct answer is option D
Who among the following Kings of Rajasthan was a victim of Patricide?
- Rana Sanga
- Rana Kumbha
- Rana Udai Singh
- Rawal Ratan Singh
Correct answer is option B i.e. Rana Kumbha
Explanation:
Explanation:
Patricide is the killing of one’s of father
Rana Kumbha was killed by his son Udaysimha (Udai Singh I)
Megasthenes was an envoy of which of the following kings ?
- Seleucus
- Alexander
- Darius
- Antiochus
Correct answer is option A
Which among the following is the longest National Highway of India?
- National Highway 4
- National Highway 7
- National Highway 8
- National Highway 10
Correct answer is option B i.e. National Highway 7
Consider the following statements:
- The rebels in the revolt 1857 had no clear perspective
- Many leaders of the revolt were defeated because of betrayal
Which among the above statements is / are correct?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer is option C i.e. Both 1 and 2
ISRO has successfully launched GSAT-19 communication satellite through which launch vehicle?
- GSLV Mark III
- GSLV Mark IV
- GSLV Mark II
- GSLV Mark V
Correct answer is option A i.e. GSLV Mark III
Explanation:
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched its 3136 kg GSAT-19 communication satellite with its brand new and heaviest – Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark-III D-1 (GSLV-Mk III D-1) satellite into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh on June 5, 2017. The satellite GSAT-19 has an intended life span of 10 years and is developed to improve telecommunication and broadcasting areas. The GSLV-Mk III is popularly known as “fat boy” and is developed for 15 years at a cost of around Rs 300 crore. The rocket is capable of carrying payloads of up to 4,000 kg into the GTO and 10,000 kg into the Low Earth Orbit (LEO). The GSLV-Mk III is a three stage rocket. Its first stage is made of two strap on motors filled with solid fuel. The second stage uses the liquid fuel and the third is the cryogenic upper stage “C25”, which is powered by the highly complex indigenous cryogenic engine “CE20”. The number 20 denotes the 20-ton thrust it generates for the rocket to reach the intended height with the heavy mass on board.
Explanation:
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched its 3136 kg GSAT-19 communication satellite with its brand new and heaviest – Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark-III D-1 (GSLV-Mk III D-1) satellite into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh on June 5, 2017. The satellite GSAT-19 has an intended life span of 10 years and is developed to improve telecommunication and broadcasting areas. The GSLV-Mk III is popularly known as “fat boy” and is developed for 15 years at a cost of around Rs 300 crore. The rocket is capable of carrying payloads of up to 4,000 kg into the GTO and 10,000 kg into the Low Earth Orbit (LEO). The GSLV-Mk III is a three stage rocket. Its first stage is made of two strap on motors filled with solid fuel. The second stage uses the liquid fuel and the third is the cryogenic upper stage “C25”, which is powered by the highly complex indigenous cryogenic engine “CE20”. The number 20 denotes the 20-ton thrust it generates for the rocket to reach the intended height with the heavy mass on board.
Who has been appointed as the first female President of the Supreme Court (SC) in United Kingdom (UK)?
- Mary Wortley Montagu
- Nell Gwyn
- Brenda Marjorie Hale
- Jane Austen
Correct answer is option C i.e. Brenda Marjorie Hale
Explanation:
Brenda Marjorie Hale, the senior-most judge of United Kngdom (UK) has been appointed as the first female President of the Supreme Court (SC). She will take charge as the head of Britain’s top judg
ing panel in September following the retirement of current President, Lord Neuberger. She has served as Neuberger’s deputy since 2013. Three new justices have also been appointed to the Supreme Court – Lady Justice Black, Lord Justice Lloyd Jones and Lord Justice Brigg – who will take up the role when Lady Hale is sworn in officially as President on 2nd October. The Supreme Court is the final court of appeal for civil cases in the UK, and criminal cases from England, Northern Ireland and Wales – which means it considers cases where an order had already been made in a lower court and is being challenged.
Explanation:
Brenda Marjorie Hale, the senior-most judge of United Kngdom (UK) has been appointed as the first female President of the Supreme Court (SC). She will take charge as the head of Britain’s top judg
ing panel in September following the retirement of current President, Lord Neuberger. She has served as Neuberger’s deputy since 2013. Three new justices have also been appointed to the Supreme Court – Lady Justice Black, Lord Justice Lloyd Jones and Lord Justice Brigg – who will take up the role when Lady Hale is sworn in officially as President on 2nd October. The Supreme Court is the final court of appeal for civil cases in the UK, and criminal cases from England, Northern Ireland and Wales – which means it considers cases where an order had already been made in a lower court and is being challenged.
Which of the following set of crops did the Indus Valley people cultivate?
- barley, groundnut and rice
- wheat, cotton and sugarcane
- wheat, rice and sugarcane
- wheat, barley and mustard
Correct answer is option D
