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True or False: Rusting of iron is a physical change.
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- False
Answer: False
Rusting (formation of hydrated iron(III) oxide) is a chemical change involving oxidation of iron in presence of oxygen and water. It alters chemical composition, unlike physical changes like melting. Important for basic chemistry concepts. [[NCERT Chemistry Class 10]]
True or False: Prokaryotic cells have a well-defined nucleus.
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- False
Answer: False
Prokaryotes (e.g., bacteria) lack a membrane-bound nucleus; their DNA floats in the nucleoid region. Eukaryotes (plants, animals) have a true nucleus. This distinction is fundamental in biology classification. [[NCERT Biology Class 11]]
True or False: According to the second law of thermodynamics, entropy of an isolated system always decreases.
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- False
Answer: False
The second law states that entropy (disorder) of an isolated system never decreases; it either increases or remains constant. This explains irreversibility of natural processes and is fundamental in physics and engineering. [[NCERT Physics Class 11]]
True or False: Eutrophication is caused by excessive nitrogen and phosphorus in water bodies.
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- False
Answer: True
Eutrophication occurs when nutrient runoff (from fertilizers, sewage) causes algal blooms. Depleted oxygen levels from decomposing algae kill aquatic life. It's a major water pollution issue addressed in environmental policies. [[NCERT Biology Class 12, CPCB Reports]]
True or False: RAM is a type of non-volatile memory.
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- False
Answer: False
RAM (Random Access Memory) is volatile memory, meaning it loses stored data when power is turned off. Non-volatile memories like ROM, SSDs, or hard drives retain data without power. This distinction is critical in computer architecture. [[NCERT Computer Science]]
True or False: Mitochondrial DNA is inherited only from the father.
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- False
Answer: False
Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) is maternally inherited in humans. Sperm mitochondria are typically degraded after fertilization, so offspring inherit mtDNA exclusively from the mother. This is crucial for evolutionary studies and forensic analysis. [[NCERT Biology Class 12]]
True or False: The speed of light is maximum in glass compared to vacuum.
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- False
Answer: False
Light travels fastest in vacuum (≈3×10⁸ m/s). In denser media like glass, light slows down due to refraction, with speed reducing to about 2×10⁸ m/s. This principle is fundamental in optics. [[NCERT Physics Class 12]]
The Indian Constitution is the longest written constitution in the world.
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Answer: True
The Indian Constitution is the longest written constitution globally, with 395 Articles and 12 Schedules originally (now over 470 Articles and 25 Parts after amendments). It draws from multiple global sources. [[30]]
The 'Dandi March' covered a distance of approximately 240 miles.
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Answer: True
The Dandi March (Salt Satyagraha) began on March 12, 1930, with Gandhi walking 240 miles from Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi. He broke the salt law on April 6, launching the Civil Disobedience Movement. [[1]]
The 'Right to Information Act' was enacted in India in 2005.
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Answer: True
The Right to Information Act was enacted in 2005, empowering citizens to seek information from public authorities. It promotes transparency, accountability, and participatory governance in democracy. [[1]]
The 'Demonetization' of ₹500 and ₹1000 notes was announced on November 8, 2016.
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Answer: True
On November 8, 2016, the Government of India announced demonetization of ₹500 and ₹1000 currency notes to curb black money, counterfeit currency, and promote digital transactions. [[30]]
The '73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments' (1992) gave constitutional status to Panchayats and Municipalities.
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- False
Answer: True
The 73rd Amendment (Panchayats) and 74th Amendment (Municipalities) in 1992 gave constitutional status to local self-government institutions, ensuring regular elections, reservations, and financial devolution. [[30]]
The 'Comptroller and Auditor General' (CAG) of India is appointed by the President.
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- False
Answer: True
The CAG of India is appointed by the President under Article 148 of the Constitution. The CAG audits government accounts and ensures financial accountability, acting as the guardian of public purse. [[1]]
The 'Kumbh Mela' was inscribed as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2017.
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Answer: True
The Kumbh Mela, the world's largest religious gathering, was inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2017, recognizing its cultural and spiritual significance. [[1]]
The 'Taj Mahal' was built by Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
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Answer: True
The Taj Mahal (1632-1653) in Agra was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and symbol of India's architectural heritage. [[30]]
India's Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan) made India the first Asian nation to reach Mars orbit.
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Answer: True
India's Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan), launched in 2013, successfully entered Mars orbit in 2014. ISRO became the first Asian space agency and the fourth globally to reach Mars, at a record-low cost. [[30]]
Dr. Homi J. Bhabha is considered the father of India's nuclear program.
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Answer: True
Dr. Homi Jehangir Bhabha (1909-1966) founded India's nuclear program, establishing TIFR and BARC. He envisioned peaceful uses of atomic energy and laid foundations for India's strategic capabilities. [[1]]
The 'Ranji Trophy' was named after Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji, a pioneering Indian cricketer.
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Answer: True
The Ranji Trophy, India's premier domestic first-class cricket championship, was named after Kumar Shri Ranjitsinhji (1872-1933), who played for England and pioneered Indian cricket internationally. [[1]]
Major Dhyan Chand is considered one of the greatest hockey players in history.
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Answer: True
Major Dhyan Chand (1905-1979) was a legendary hockey player who led India to three Olympic golds (1928, 1932, 1936). His birthday (August 29) is celebrated as National Sports Day in India. [[30]]
The 'Jnanpith Award' is India's highest literary honor.
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- False
Answer: True
The Jnanpith Award, instituted in 1961, is India's highest literary honor for outstanding contribution to Indian literature in any scheduled language. It includes a cash prize and a citation. [[30]]