General knowledge MCQ – Change your future

861. Which city hosted the Indian Science Congress in 2020? [UPSC NDA Examination-2008]

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

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams, State PSC

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The Indian Science Congress is an annual event that rotates among major cities in India. In 2020, the event was held in Bengaluru.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse the year or the city hosting the event with other years or cities.

Explanations: The Indian Science Congress is a significant event in the Indian scientific community. In 2020, the event was hosted in Bengaluru, which is known for its scientific and technological advancements. This information is part of general knowledge and is often tested in competitive exams.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Chennai did not host the Indian Science Congress in 2020.
Option B: Kolkata did not host the Indian Science Congress in 2020.
Option C: Bengaluru hosted the Indian Science Congress in 2020.
Option D: Mumbai did not host the Indian Science Congress in 2020.

862. The address of a web page on the Internet. [SBI Clerk Examination-1999]

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

Exam Relevance: SBI Clerk Examination, Bank PO Exams, SSC Exams

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, which is the address of a web page on the Internet.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse URL with URB, which is not a standard term used for web addresses.

Explanations: URL is the correct term for the address of a web page on the Internet. It provides a unique address for each resource on the web, allowing users to access specific web pages. URB is not a recognized term in this context.

Option Analysis:

Option A: URB is not a recognized term for web addresses.
Option B: URL is the correct term for the address of a web page on the Internet.
Option C: Since URB is not a valid term, this option is incorrect.
Option D: Since URL is the correct term, this option is incorrect.

863. Interest on capital of or loan from partner of a firm is allowed as deduction to the firm to the extent of [Karnataka TET Examination-2004]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) 12 % p.a. or at the rate mentioned in partnership deed whichever is less.

Exam Relevance: CA Final, CS Executive, CMA Foundation

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The interest on capital or loan from a partner is a deductible expense for the firm, subject to certain conditions.

Common Mistakes: Students often overlook the condition that the rate mentioned in the partnership deed can be lower than 12% p.a., leading to incorrect assumptions.

Explanations: The interest on capital or loan from a partner is allowed as a deduction to the firm, but it is limited to the lower of 12% per annum or the rate specified in the partnership deed. This ensures that the firm does not claim an excessive interest expense, which could otherwise be manipulated to reduce taxable income. The rule is designed to balance the interests of the firm and the tax authorities.

Option Analysis:

Option A: 18% p.a. is not the correct rate as the maximum allowable rate is 12% p.a. or the rate mentioned in the partnership deed, whichever is less.
Option B: 12% p.a. is the maximum allowable rate, but it does not account for the possibility that the partnership deed may specify a lower rate.
Option C: This option correctly states that the interest is allowed as a deduction at the lower of 12% p.a. or the rate mentioned in the partnership deed.
Option D: This option is incorrect as the correct rate is specified in the partnership deed or 12% p.a., whichever is less.

864. How were the Northeast and Southeast regions alike? [Civil Services Examination-1991]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Both regions had thick forests.

Exam Relevance: Civil Services Examination, UPSC, State PSC

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Northeast and Southeast regions of the United States are known for their dense forest cover, which is a significant geographical feature common to both areas.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse the climate conditions of the regions, mistaking the presence of thick forests for the presence of mild or very cold winters.

Explanations: The Northeast and Southeast regions of the United States are characterized by their extensive forest cover. The Northeast region includes states like Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont, which are known for their dense forests. Similarly, the Southeast region, including states like Georgia, Florida, and North Carolina, also has significant forested areas. This shared feature of thick forests makes option A the correct answer.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. Both regions are known for their thick forests.
Option B: Incorrect. Both regions have significant forest cover, not few trees.
Option C: Incorrect. While the Southeast has mild winters, the Northeast has colder winters.
Option D: Incorrect. The Southeast does not have very cold snowy winters, unlike the Northeast.

865. When was SEBI constituted? [Jharkhand PSC Examination-1992]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) April, 1988.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams, State PSC

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) was constituted in April 1988 to regulate the securities market in India.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the year of SEBI's constitution with other significant dates in financial regulatory history.

Explanations: SEBI was established in April 1988 under the SEBI Act, 1988, to regulate and develop the securities market in India. This date is significant as it marks the formal establishment of the regulatory body responsible for overseeing the stock exchanges, mutual funds, and other financial institutions in the country.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. SEBI was constituted in April 1988.
Option B: Incorrect. March 1982 is not the correct date for SEBI's constitution.
Option C: Incorrect. July 1992 is not the correct date for SEBI's constitution.
Option D: Incorrect. December 1974 is not the correct date for SEBI's constitution.

866. What year was the Olympics in England? [RRB IBPS Examination-2021]

Exam Relevance: RRB IBPS, UPSC, SSC, GRE

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The Olympics were held in London, England in 2012.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the year with other Olympic years, such as 2008 (Beijing) or 2016 (Rio de Janeiro).

Explanations: The 2012 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XXX Olympiad, were held in London, England. This event marked the third time London hosted the Olympic Games, following the 1908 and 1948 Games. The correct answer is 2012.

Option Analysis:

Option A: 2004 was the year of the Athens Olympics, not London.
Option B: 2008 was the year of the Beijing Olympics, not London.
Option C: 2012 was the year of the London Olympics.
Option D: 2016 was the year of the Rio de Janeiro Olympics, not London.

Mnemonic: L-O-L: London Olympics 2012

867. In South Asia, the country with the largest percentage of aged population is [General Knowledge for RBI Officer Grade C Examination-1995]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Sri Lanka.

Exam Relevance: RBI Officer Grade C, UPSC Civil Services, SSC CGL

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The question pertains to demographic statistics in South Asian countries, specifically focusing on the percentage of aged population.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse the demographic data of different South Asian countries, leading to incorrect selection.

Explanations: Sri Lanka has a higher percentage of aged population compared to other South Asian countries like Bhutan, India, and Nepal. This is due to factors such as better healthcare, lower fertility rates, and longer life expectancy in Sri Lanka.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Bhutan has a younger population due to higher fertility rates and lower life expectancy.
Option B: India has a large population but a relatively lower percentage of aged population due to higher birth rates and a younger demographic.
Option C: Nepal also has a younger population with higher birth rates and lower life expectancy.
Option D: Sri Lanka has the highest percentage of aged population among the listed countries due to better healthcare and lower fertility rates.

Mnemonic: Sri Lanka, Seniority, Statistics

868. This alliance helped lead to WWI- Russia, France, UK were its members [CLAT Examination-1984]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Triple Entente.

Exam Relevance: CLAT, UPSC, GRE, GMAT

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The Triple Entente was an alliance formed before World War I between Russia, France, and the United Kingdom. This alliance was a key factor in the outbreak of World War I.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the Triple Entente with the Central Powers or Axis Powers, which were alliances on the opposing side during World War I.

Explanations: The Triple Entente was a military alliance formed in the early 20th century between Russia, France, and the United Kingdom. This alliance was established to counter the growing power of the Central Powers, which included Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy. The Triple Entente played a crucial role in the formation of the Allied Powers during World War I.

Option Analysis:

Option A: The Central Powers were the opposing alliance to the Triple Entente, consisting of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and Italy.
Option B: The Axis Powers were a different alliance formed during World War II, including Germany, Italy, and Japan.
Option C: Central Entente is not a historical term and does not refer to any known alliance.
Option D: The Triple Entente correctly refers to the alliance between Russia, France, and the United Kingdom before World War I.

Mnemonic: RFT - Russia, France, Triple Entente

869. 'Hubble' is [General Knowledge for SSC CGL Examination-1982]

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) A space telescope.

Exam Relevance: SSC CGL, UPSC, GRE, GMAT

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The Hubble Space Telescope is a large, space-based observatory that has revolutionized astronomy by providing high-resolution images of distant celestial objects.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the Hubble with other space-related terms or objects, such as stars or spacecraft.

Explanations: The Hubble Space Telescope, launched in 1990, is a space-based observatory that orbits Earth. It is named after the astronomer Edwin Hubble and is designed to capture detailed images of distant galaxies, stars, and other celestial bodies. This makes it a space telescope, not an electric car, a star, or any other option.

Option Analysis:

Option A: An electric car is not related to space exploration or astronomy.
Option B: The nearest star to Earth is the Sun, not the Hubble.
Option C: The Hubble is indeed a space telescope, used for astronomical observations.
Option D: This option is incorrect as the Hubble is correctly identified as a space telescope.

Mnemonic: Hubble: High-resolution, orbiting, looking beyond.

870. Koalas and kangaroos would be categorised in what animal family? [PO SBI Examination-2021]

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

Exam Relevance: PO SBI Examination, UPSC, SSC

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Marsupials are a group of mammals that are characterized by the presence of a pouch in which they carry and nurse their young. Koalas and kangaroos are both marsupials.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse marsupials with other mammalian groups, such as placental mammals, which do not have a pouch.

Explanations: Koalas and kangaroos are categorized as marsupials because they both have a distinctive feature of carrying and nursing their young in a pouch. This characteristic is unique to marsupials and distinguishes them from other mammalian groups.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Mammals is too broad a category, as it includes many other types of animals that are not marsupials.
Option B: Reptiles are a different class of animals and do not include marsupials.
Option C: Marsupials is the correct category for koalas and kangaroos, as they both have a pouch for carrying their young.
Option D: Amphibians are a different class of animals and do not include marsupials.

Mnemonic: Pouch Pals: Koalas and kangaroos are pouch-bearing pals.

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