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421. Which one of these songs are not sung by Shreya Ghoshal? [Chhattisgarh Postal Circle Examination-2001]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) Coca Cola.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Bank PO, Railway Exams

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Shreya Ghoshal is a renowned Indian playback singer who has sung numerous popular songs. The question asks to identify a song that she did not sing.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse songs that are popular and assume they were sung by Shreya Ghoshal.

Explanations: Shreya Ghoshal has sung "Ghoomar" from the movie "Padmaavat," "Chikni Chameli" from the movie "Jab We Met," and "Sun Raha Hai Na Tu" from the movie "Jab We Met." However, "Coca Cola" is not a song that she has sung. It is a popular jingle associated with the Coca-Cola brand, and it is not a part of her repertoire.

Option Analysis:

Option A: "Ghoomar" is a song sung by Shreya Ghoshal.
Option B: "Coca Cola" is not a song sung by Shreya Ghoshal.
Option C: "Chikni Chameli" is a song sung by Shreya Ghoshal.
Option D: "Sun Raha Hai Na Tu" is a song sung by Shreya Ghoshal.

Mnemonic: G-C-S: Ghoomar, Chikni Chameli, Sun Raha Hai Na Tu (Songs by Shreya Ghoshal)

422. Name of the first successfully cloned deer? [SSC MTS Examination-2017]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Dewey.

Exam Relevance: SSC MTS, UPSC, Civil Services

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Dewey was the first successfully cloned deer, marking a significant milestone in the field of animal cloning.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the names of cloned animals or the specific animal that was cloned.

Explanations: Dewey, a white-tailed deer, was successfully cloned in 2003 by researchers at the University of Massachusetts. This achievement demonstrated the feasibility of cloning techniques in deer, contributing to advancements in reproductive biology and genetic engineering.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Drarar is not a recognized name for a cloned deer.
Option B: Drewn is not a recognized name for a cloned deer.
Option C: Delor is not a recognized name for a cloned deer.
Option D: Dewey is the correct name of the first successfully cloned deer.

Mnemonic: Dewey the Deer, D for Deer.

423. India's Jhoom cultivation is known by which among the following names in Malaysia?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Ladang.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Civil Services

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Jhoom cultivation, a form of shifting agriculture, is known by different names in various regions. In Malaysia, it is referred to as "Ladang."

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the term "Ladang" with other agricultural practices or terms used in different regions.

Explanations: Jhoom cultivation, a traditional agricultural practice involving the felling and burning of trees and vegetation to clear land for cultivation, is known as "Ladang" in Malaysia. This term is specific to the agricultural practices in the region and reflects the local terminology for this form of shifting cultivation.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. "Ladang" is the term used in Malaysia for Jhoom cultivation.
Option B: Incorrect. "Tamrai" is not the term used in Malaysia for Jhoom cultivation.
Option C: Incorrect. "Chena" is a term used in Sri Lanka for shifting cultivation, not in Malaysia.
Option D: Incorrect. "Tungya" is a term used in Thailand for a similar agricultural practice, not in Malaysia.

Mnemonic: Ladang, Land of Jhoom.

424. Which of the following is not a source of vitamin C? [Indian Revenue Service (IRS-IT) Examination-2014]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Milk.

Exam Relevance: Indian Revenue Service (IRS), Civil Services Examination (CSE), UPSC

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Vitamin C is primarily found in fruits and vegetables, not in dairy products like milk.

Common Mistakes: Students may mistakenly believe that milk is a good source of vitamin C because it is often associated with providing essential nutrients.

Explanations: Milk is not a source of vitamin C. Vitamin C is abundant in fruits and vegetables, such as guava, tomatoes, and potatoes. Milk, on the other hand, is rich in other nutrients like calcium and vitamin D, but not vitamin C.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Milk does not contain vitamin C.
Option B: Potatoes contain vitamin C, though in smaller amounts compared to fruits.
Option C: Guava is one of the richest sources of vitamin C.
Option D: Tomatoes contain vitamin C, although in lesser amounts than fruits like guava.

Mnemonic: Milk lacks C, think "Milk's C-less."

425. What is the name of the world's first man-portable, fire-and-forget, multipurpose missile system?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Javelin.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, GRE, ASVAB, CFA

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Javelin is a man-portable, fire-and-forget, multipurpose missile system.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the Javelin with other similar missile systems, such as the Cestus, Kopis, or Spolas, which are not man-portable or fire-and-forget systems.

Explanations: The Javelin is a man-portable, fire-and-forget, multipurpose missile system. It is designed to be carried by a single soldier and can be launched from a variety of positions, including from the shoulder. The fire-and-forget capability means that once the missile is launched, it does not require further guidance from the operator to hit its target. This makes it highly effective in combat situations where quick and accurate targeting is crucial.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Javelin is the correct answer as it is the world's first man-portable, fire-and-forget, multipurpose missile system.
Option B: Cestus is not a man-portable, fire-and-forget missile system.
Option C: Kopis is not a man-portable, fire-and-forget missile system.
Option D: Spolas is not a man-portable, fire-and-forget missile system.

Mnemonic: Javelin: Just Aim, Very Effective, Lightweight, Incredibly Nimble

426. The first three universities in India (Calcutta, Madras and Bombay) were established in which year? [General Knowledge for IBPS PO Examination-2003]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) 1857.

Exam Relevance: IBPS PO, UPSC, SSC

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The first three universities in India, namely Calcutta, Madras, and Bombay, were established in 1857.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the year with other significant dates in Indian history, such as 1857 being the year of the Indian Rebellion.

Explanations: The first three universities in India were established in 1857. These universities were part of the educational reforms introduced by the British in India. The establishment of these universities marked a significant step in the modernization of higher education in India.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. The first three universities in India were established in 1857.
Option B: Incorrect. 1881 is not the correct year for the establishment of the first three universities in India.
Option C: Incorrect. 1885 is not the correct year for the establishment of the first three universities in India.
Option D: Incorrect. 1905 is not the correct year for the establishment of the first three universities in India.

427. Which of the following is the most abundant metal? [General Knowledge for Vijaya Bank(IBPS) Examination-2014]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) Al.

Exam Relevance: Vijaya Bank(IBPS) Examination, UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Aluminum (Al) is the most abundant metal in the Earth's crust.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the most abundant metal with the most abundant element overall, which is oxygen.

Explanations: Aluminum is the most abundant metal in the Earth's crust, making up about 8.1% of the crust by weight. While iron (Fe) is the most abundant element in the entire Earth, including the core, aluminum is the most abundant metal in the crust, which is the part of the Earth that is most accessible and relevant for this type of question.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Iron (Fe) is the most abundant element in the Earth as a whole, but not in the crust when considering metals.
Option B: Aluminum (Al) is the most abundant metal in the Earth's crust.
Option C: Titanium (Ti) is less abundant than aluminum in the Earth's crust.
Option D: Copper (Cu) is much less abundant than aluminum in the Earth's crust.

Mnemonic: Aluminum, Abundant, Accessible

428. Member of the Legislative Council submits his resignation to ..... [Maharashtra Police Examination-1985]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Chairman.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, State PSC

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: In the context of the Legislative Council, the Chairman is the presiding officer who oversees the proceedings and administrative functions of the Council.

Common Mistakes: Students may mistakenly believe that the resignation should be submitted to the Governor or the Chief Minister, as these are high-ranking officials in the state government.

Explanations: The Chairman of the Legislative Council is the appropriate authority to whom a member of the Legislative Council should submit his resignation. This is because the Chairman is responsible for the administrative and procedural aspects of the Council, including the management of membership.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. The Chairman is the presiding officer of the Legislative Council and is the appropriate authority to receive resignations.
Option B: Incorrect. The President is the head of state and does not have direct administrative control over the Legislative Council.
Option C: Incorrect. The Chief Minister is the head of the state government and does not have direct administrative control over the Legislative Council.
Option D: Incorrect. The Governor is the constitutional head of the state but does not have direct administrative control over the Legislative Council.

Mnemonic: Chairman, Council, Resignation

429. ..... is a strip of cloth tied around a part of the body that has been hurt. [Indian Railway Accounts Service (IRAS) Examination-1990]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Bandage.

Exam Relevance: Indian Railway Accounts Service (IRAS), Civil Services Examination (CSE), State Public Service Commission (PSC) Exams

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: A bandage is a strip of cloth used to cover and protect an injury.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse a bandage with a plaster, which is a protective covering for minor cuts and abrasions.

Explanations: A bandage is a strip of cloth that is tied around a part of the body that has been injured. It is used to provide support, protect the wound, and help in the healing process. Plasters, tapes, and cotton are not typically used in the same manner as a bandage.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Plaster is a protective covering for minor cuts and abrasions, not a strip of cloth tied around an injury.
Option B: Tape is used to secure bandages or other medical supplies, but it is not a strip of cloth used to cover an injury.
Option C: Bandage is a strip of cloth tied around a part of the body that has been hurt, which is the correct answer.
Option D: Cotton is a material that can be used in bandages, but it is not a strip of cloth tied around an injury by itself.

Mnemonic: B for Bandage, B for Binding.

430. A genetically engineered form of brinjal, known as the Bt-brinjal, has been developed. The objective of this is [Tamil Nadu PSC Examination-1993]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) To make it pest-resistant.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, TNPSC, SSC, Banking Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Bt-brinjal is a genetically modified variety of brinjal that has been engineered to produce a protein from the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), which is toxic to certain pests.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the purpose of genetic modification with improving taste or shelf-life, which are not the primary objectives of Bt-brinjal.

Explanations: The Bt-brinjal is engineered to produce a protein from the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt). This protein is toxic to certain pests, making the plant pest-resistant. The primary objective of this genetic modification is to reduce the need for chemical pesticides, thereby enhancing crop yield and reducing environmental impact.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. The Bt-brinjal is designed to produce a protein toxic to pests, making it pest-resistant.
Option B: Incorrect. The genetic modification does not focus on improving taste or nutritive qualities.
Option C: Incorrect. The genetic modification does not make the brinjal drought-resistant.
Option D: Incorrect. The genetic modification does not extend the shelf-life of the brinjal.

Mnemonic: Bt-toxin, pest-die, brinjal-safe

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