- Peasants were put under the mercy of Zamindars
- Zamindars were made allies of East India Company
- This system secured a stable Income for east India Company
Which among the above statements is / are correct? Who termed Cripps proposal “A POST DATED CHEQUE IN A CRASHING BANKING “? Who said, ‘The Congress is tottering to its fall and one of my greatest ambition while in India is to assist it to a peaceful demise’? Which country to host 2017 board of governors meeting of Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)? In which among the following years, a new “Liberalized Industrial Policy” in India was announced for the first time? The Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state? Who founded the Brahmo Samaj? Aam Admi Bima Yojna (AABY) was launched in which among the following years? GK quiz set 883 – general knowledge MCQ questions and answers to get better score in general awareness section of examination. More you will practice these MCQ quizzes, more will be your confidence.
Who has been appointment as the new chief of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC)?
- Shyam Benegal
- Prasoon Joshi
- Naresh Chandra Lal
- Vivek Agnihotri
Explanation:
Prasoon Joshi, the famous lyricist, has been appointment as the new chief of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) for a period of three years. He succeeded Pahlaj Nihalani, who has been accused of autocratic conduct and of morally policing films. Joshi is known for putting forth his opinion on contemporary issues. He became more prominent after penning songs for films like Fanaa, Rang De Basanti, Black, Delhi 6 and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag. He twice won the National Award for Best Lyricist – first in 2008 for ‘Maa’ (Taare Zameen Par) and then in 2013 for ‘Bolo Na’ in Chittagong. He also wrote the lyrics for the anthem of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
- Cholas
- Kakatiyas
- Pallavas
- Rashtrakutas
In context with the Permanent Settlements of Bengal, introduced by Cornwallis, consider the following statements:
- Peasants were put under the mercy of Zamindars
- Zamindars were made allies of East India Company
- This system secured a stable Income for east India Company
Which among the above statements is / are correct?
- Only 1
- 1 and 2
- 1, 2 and 3
- 2 and 3
- BR Ambedkar
- Annie Besant
- Sardar Vallabbhai Patel
- Mahatma Gandhi
- George Hamilton
- Lord Curzon
- Lord Dufferin
- Lord Minto
- South Korea
- China
- India
- South Africa
Explanation:
The 2nd annual meeting of the board of governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) will be held in Jeju, South Korea from June 14-15, 2017. The purpose of the AIIB is to promote economic development of the region by supporting major infrastructure projects. From India, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley will attend the meeting. AIIB is headed by Jin Liqun, the former Assistant Chinese Finance Minister. D J Pandian from India is the Vice President and Chief Investment Officer of the organization.
In which among the following years, a new “Liberalized Industrial Policy” in India was announced for the first time?
- 1986
- 1991
- 1992
- 1993
The Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?
- Assam
- Bihar
- Uttar Pradesh
- Karnataka
Explanation:
The Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary (BWS) is a protected area and a Project Tiger, tiger reserve located 38 km northwest of Chikkamagaluru town in Karnataka. It has a wide range of flora and fauna and is a popular place for day outings. The 1,875 m above MSL Hebbe Giri is the highest peak in the sanctuary. It is home to tiger, elephant, gaur, sloth bear, wild boar, black leopard, jungle cat, jackal, wild dog, sambar, spotted deer, barking deer, mouse deer, etc.
- Debendranath Tagore
- Keshavchandra sen
- Raja Ram Mohan Roy
- Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
Aam Admi Bima Yojna (AABY) was launched in which among the following years?
- 2005
- 2006
- 2007
- 2008
Explanation:
Aam Admi Bima Yojna (AABY) was launched on October 2, 2007, insurance as accidental death and partial/permanent disability to the head of the family of rural households in the country. Provisions: (a) The head of the
family or one earning member in the family will be insured; (b) The central government will bear 50 percent of the sum and the other 50 percent will financed by the state government.