This GK General Knowledge quiz covers SSC question answer like: The Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary (NWS) is located in which state? Which among the following is considered to be the oldest Veda? By which ruler Pataliputra was chosen for the first time as a capital? Which IIT institute has signed a MoU with Samsung for digital academy? In the revenue department of Mauryas, who among the following was in-charge of the collection of all revenues in the empire? Who is known as the Father of Tamil literature? The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched which consumer mobile app for smooth functioning of electronic toll collection? During the Indian freedom Struggle, who of the following founded the Parthana Samaj? Where did the traveller Ibn Batuta come from? Consider the following about National Commission for Women:
1. It was established as per mandate of Constitution of India
2. It was established by an act of parliament of India
3. Its chairperson is nominated by President of India
Which among the above statements is/ are correct? GK quiz set 761 – UPSC general knowledge questions with answers to prepare you for the competition to stay ahead. Printable general knowledge multiple choice quiz questions and answers.

The Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary (NWS) is located in which state?

  1. Maharashtra
  2. Himachal Pradesh
  3. Jammu and Kashmir
  4. Nagaland

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

The Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary (NWS) is located between Bhandara district and Gondia district of Maharashtra and covers an area of 152.81 square kilometres. This sanctuary has a number of fish, 34 species of mammals, 166 species of birds, 36 species of reptiles and four species of amphibians. Apart from this, this sanctuary is a home of many interesting varieties of frogs and toads like Tree-frog, Bull-frog, Six-toed frog, an uncommon toad; Ramanella Montana etc.

Which among the following is considered to be the oldest Veda?
  1. Sam Veda
  2. Yajur Veda
  3. Rig Veda
  4. Atharva Veda

Correct answer is option C i.e. Rig Veda
Explanation:
There are four Vedas composed by Aryans – Rig Veda, Sam Veda, Yajur Veda and Atharva Veda. Of the four Vedas, the Rig veda (collection of lyrics) is the oldest text in the world and is also known as the first testament of mankind. It contains 1028 hymns, divided into 10 mandals.
By which ruler Pataliputra was chosen for the first time as a capital?
  1. Ajatasatru
  2. Kalasok
  3. Udayin
  4. Kanishka

Correct answer is option C

Which IIT institute has signed a MoU with Samsung for digital academy?

  1. IIT-Bombay
  2. IIT-Madras
  3. IIT-Kharagpur
  4. IIT-Indore

Correct answer is option C i.e. IIT-Kharagpur
Explanation:

IIT-Kharagpur has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Samsung India for the setting up of a digital academy on the institute’s campus. The Department of Computer Science and Engineering in the institute will host the Samsung Innovation Lab and train students on the Internet of Things (IoT) through Tizen-based operating systems, commonly used by the company for its mobile phones and home appliances. The academy was a part of Samsung’s corporate social initiative that aims at bridging the digital divide in the country by imparting skills to students on cutting-edge technology, Through this partnership with IIT-KGP, the academy planned to train over 100 students in the next three years. The course would be taught over 14 weeks through classroom lectures, assignments, lab room sessions, self-study and mini projects.

In the revenue department of Mauryas, who among the following was in-charge of the collection of all revenues in the empire?
  1. Sannidhatri
  2. Pradeshta
  3. Yukta
  4. Samahatra

Correct answer is option D i.e. Samahatra
Explanation:
Mauryan administration: Samaharta – chancellor of the exchequer; responsible for the collection of revenue. The Revenue Department had Samharta who was incharge of the collection of all revenues in the empire
Who is known as the Father of Tamil literature?
  1. Nakkirar
  2. Pushyamitra
  3. Aggatiyam
  4. Agastaya

Correct answer is option D i.e. Agastaya
Explanation:
As per Tamil sources, the father of Tamil literature is ‘Agastaya’.

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched which consumer mobile app for smooth functioning of electronic toll collection?

  1. MyFASTag
  2. MFASTag
  3. MineFASTag
  4. MiFASTag

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

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched two mobile Apps namely MyFASTag and FASTag Partner in New Delhi to ensure smooth functioning of the Electronic Toll Collection system. The mobile apps will ease the process and will make it possible to buy or recharge FASTags at the click of a mobile button. Basically, MyFASTag is a consumer App that can be downloaded from the App Store for both Android and iOS systems. A consumer can purchase or recharge FASTags on this App. The app also helps to keep track of transactions and provides for online grievance redressal. While, the FASTag Partner app is for banks and agencies selling the tag. A total of 10 banks, including mobile wallets, provide FASTags.

During the Indian freedom Struggle, who of the following founded the Parthana Samaj?
  1. Atmaram Pandurang
  2. Gopal Hari Deshmukh
  3. Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
  4. Keshab Chandra Sen

Correct answer is option A
Where did the traveller Ibn Batuta come from?
  1. Morocco
  2. Persia
  3. Turkey
  4. Central Asia

Correct answer is option A

Consider the following about National Commission for Women:
1. It was established as per mandate of Constitution of India
2. It was established by an act of parliament of India
3. Its chairperson is nominated by President of India
Which among the above statements is/ are correct?

  1. Only 1
  2. Only 2
  3. 1 and 2
  4. 1, 2, 3

Correct answer is option B i.e. Only 2
Explanation:

The National Commission for Women is a statutory body established in January 1992 under the National Commission for Women Act, 1990.