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The Sun is classified as a Yellow Dwarf star (G-type main-sequence star).
- True
- False
Answer: True
The Sun is a G-type main-sequence star, commonly referred to as a Yellow Dwarf. It is in the middle of its life cycle, fusing hydrogen into helium.
Pluto was reclassified as a dwarf planet by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) in 2006.
- True
- False
Answer: True
In August 2006, the IAU redefined the criteria for a planet, and Pluto did not meet the criterion of 'clearing its neighborhood' of other objects, thus becoming a dwarf planet.
Which planet in our solar system is known as the 'Red Planet'?
- Venus
- Mars
- Jupiter
- Saturn
Answer: Mars
Mars is called the Red Planet due to the presence of iron oxide (rust) on its surface, which gives it a reddish appearance. This is a fundamental fact often asked in SSC and Railway exams.
The National Digital Literacy Mission measures competency in using digital devices, internet, and ________ services.
- Banking
- Government
- Healthcare
- All of these
Answer: All of these
Digital literacy includes accessing e-governance (DigiLocker, UMANG), digital payments (UPI), teleconsultations. PMGDISHA curriculum covers these practical skills for rural empowerment. [[MeitY Reports]]
Jan Dhan-Aadhaar-Mobile (JAM) trinity aims to:
- Reduce leakages in welfare schemes
- Enable direct benefit transfers
- Promote financial inclusion
- All of these
Answer: All of these
JAM integrates bank accounts (Jan Dhan), biometric ID (Aadhaar), mobile connectivity to deliver subsidies directly, reduce corruption, expand access to formal finance. Foundational for India's welfare architecture. [[NITI Aayog, RBI Reports]]
True or False: NCERT has integrated climate change concepts across science and geography textbooks for school education.
- True
- False
Answer: True
NCERT curriculum includes climate science, impacts, mitigation/adaptation from middle school onwards. Aligns with NEP 2020's emphasis on sustainability literacy. Critical for building climate-aware citizens. [[NCERT, MoEFCC Reports]]
Which portal allows citizens to track the status of their passport applications?
- PARIVESH
- Passport Seva
- UMANG
- DigiLocker
Answer: Passport Seva
Passport Seva (https://portal.passportindia.gov.in) is the integrated online platform for passport services: application, appointment, tracking, grievance redressal. Part of Mission Mode Projects under Digital India. [[MEA Reports]]
True or False: The Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA) aims to make six crore rural adults digitally literate.
- True
- False
Answer: True
PMGDISHA (2017) trains rural citizens in digital skills: operating devices, internet usage, digital payments, e-governance services. Key for inclusive digital India. [[MeitY Reports]]
Which biometric data is NOT used in Aadhaar authentication?
- Fingerprint
- Iris scan
- Face recognition
- Voice pattern
Answer: Voice pattern
Aadhaar uses fingerprint, iris, and face (added later) for biometric authentication. Voice recognition is not part of UIDAI's standard authentication methods. Important for digital governance awareness. [[UIDAI Guidelines]]
Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) aims to create a unified ________ infrastructure for healthcare.
- Insurance
- Digital
- Hospital
- Pharmacy
Answer: Digital
ABDM (2021) enables digital health IDs, electronic records, and interoperable systems for seamless healthcare access. Part of India's digital public infrastructure strategy. [[MoHFW, NHA Reports]]
Which initiative provides free Wi-Fi in public places across India?
- BharatNet
- PM-WANI
- Digital Saksharta Abhiyan
- Common Service Centres
Answer: PM-WANI
PM-WANI (Prime Minister's Wi-Fi Access Network Interface) enables public Wi-Fi through PDOAs/PDOs. Aims to boost digital inclusion and internet penetration. Part of Digital India. [[MeitY Reports]]
Which compound is used as an antacid?
- NaCl
- NaHCO₃
- HCl
- H₂SO₄
Answer: NaHCO₃
Sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) neutralizes excess stomach acid (HCl), relieving acidity. Modern antacids use Mg(OH)₂, Al(OH)₃. Common application of acid-base chemistry. [[NCERT Chemistry Class 10]]
The voice box in humans is called the ________.
- Pharynx
- Larynx
- Trachea
- Bronchus
Answer: Larynx
Larynx contains vocal cords; vibration produces sound. Epiglottis prevents food entry during swallowing. Key anatomy for physiology questions. [[NCERT Biology Class 11]]
World Environment Day is celebrated on:
- March 22
- April 22
- June 5
- December 10
Answer: June 5
World Environment Day (June 5) was established by UN in 1972 to raise global environmental awareness. India hosted the first celebration. Important for current affairs. [[UNEP, NCERT Geography Class 11]]
PDF stands for ________ Document Format.
- Portable
- Printable
- Personal
- Public
Answer: Portable
PDF (Portable Document Format), developed by Adobe, preserves formatting across devices/platforms. Widely used for official documents, e-books, forms. Basic computer awareness. [[NCERT Computer Science]]
True or False: Geothermal energy harnesses heat from Earth's interior.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Geothermal energy uses steam/hot water from underground reservoirs for electricity or heating. India has potential in Puga (Ladakh), Manikaran (Himachal). Renewable and baseload. [[MNRE Reports]]
Pollination by wind is called ________.
- Hydrophily
- Anemophily
- Entomophily
- Ornithophily
Answer: Anemophily
Anemophily: wind pollination (e.g., grasses, cereals). Flowers are small, inconspicuous, produce abundant light pollen. Contrasts with biotic pollination (insects, birds). [[NCERT Biology Class 12]]
Which of the following is a primary consumer?
- Lion
- Deer
- Grass
- Fungi
Answer: Deer
Primary consumers (herbivores) eat producers (plants). Deer eat grass; lions are secondary consumers; fungi are decomposers. Understanding trophic levels is fundamental. [[NCERT Biology Class 12]]
Bile is produced by the ________ and stored in the gallbladder.
- Pancreas
- Liver
- Stomach
- Small intestine
Answer: Liver
Liver synthesizes bile (contains bile salts for fat emulsification); gallbladder concentrates and stores it. Released into duodenum during digestion. Key for physiology. [[NCERT Biology Class 11]]
The portal for filing Income Tax Returns in India is ________.
- TRACES
- e-Filing
- NSDL
- CPC
Answer: e-Filing
https://www.incometax.gov.in is the official e-Filing portal for ITR submission, TDS tracking, and tax services. Part of Digital India for transparent governance. [[CBDT Guidelines]]