CAPF (AC) 2016 (Paper-1) (Question 101-125)

Total Questions: 25

11. What is the meaning of the term "Humanist" used during the Renaissance in 15th century Europe?

1. It refers to the masters who taught grammar and rhetoric.

2. It refers to the masters who taught poetry, history and moral philosophy

3. It refers to the masters who taught subjects that were connected with religion

4. It refers to masters who emphasized skills that were developed through discussion and debate

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

Correct Answer: (c) 1, 2 and 4
Solution:Humanism is defined as a system of education and a mode of inquiry. During the 13th and 14th centuries, it was originated in northern Italy and later spread through continental Europe and England. The humanity is a term which was originated from the Latin term 'humanities. It refers to the masters who taught grammar and rhetoric.

It refers to the masters who taught poetry, history and moral philosophy. It refers to the masters who emphasised skills that were developed through discussion and debate. Therefore, the correct option is (c).

12. Which of the following was/were the features of the Quit India Movement?

1. From the very beginning, it was a rural revolt

2. It was essentially a moderate movement

3. It was marked by the unprecedented use of violence

4. It was marked by acute state repression

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Correct Answer: (c) 3 and 4 only
Solution:At the All-India Congress Committee session in Bombay, Gandhi launched the 'Quit India' movement on 8 August 1942.

This movement was also known as the India August Movement or August Kranti. The slogan 'Quit India' or 'Bharat Chodo' was the result of his movement. The very famous slogan, 'Do or die' was given by Mahatma Gandhi during the movement.

The Quit India movement was violently suppressed by the British people were shot, lathi-charged, villages burnt and enormous fines imposed.
Therefore, the correct option is (c).

13. Which of the following statements about the new style of architecture of Rome in the 15th century is/are correct?

1. It was marked by a complete break from the past

2. It was actually a revival of the imperial Roman style

3. The Architects familiar with classical style were employed by wealthy mechants and aristocrats

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Correct Answer: (b) 2 and 3
Solution:The Renaissance is a term that means "revival" or "rebirth". It originated in the 14th-15th century. It was originated in Italy but widespread in other European countries.
There was a revival of ancient Roman forms, including the column and round arch, the tunnel vault, and the dome.

The features of this architecture had an impact on Roman architecture. Though, there was a significant change in the forms and purposes of buildings. Renaissance architects found harmony between human proportions and buildings. Therefore, the correct option is (b).

14. Which of the following statements about the ideology of Utilitarianism in the context of British India is/are correct?

1. Utilitarianism believed that the rule of law was necessary for societal betterment

2. James Mill expounded the principles of Utilitarianism in his famous book, "Utilitarians and the Raj"

3. Utilitarians differed from the liberals in significant ways

4. Utilitarianism had distinct authoritarian tendencies

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

Correct Answer: (d) 1, 3 and 4
Solution:According to the theory of utilitarianism, actions foster happiness or pleasure and oppose actions that are responsible for the cause of unhappiness or harm. The British rule in India was justified by James Mill using his utilitarianism and theory of progress.

A book named History of British India was written by him on it. Utilitarianism also differs from the liberals, as per the theory of utilitarianism, the right thing can be done from a bad. Therefore, the correct option is (d).

15. Which of the following statements about the Swadeshi movement in Bengal in 1905 are correct?

1. It was marked by the mass mobilization through the organization of "Samitis"

2. It was marked by the mass mobilization through labour strikes

3. It advocated a constructive programme of self help or "atmashakti"

4. In the sphere of education, national schools were established

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Correct Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Solution:In July 1905, the partition of Bengal was commenced and put into effect on October 16. During the 1900s, there was an ongoing awakening in society and the rise of nationalism which was centred in Bengal.

It was marked by the mass mobilisation through the organisation of Samitis. It advocated a constructive programme of self-help atamashakti. In the sphere of education, national schools were established. In 1903, the Government decided to partition Bengal to weaken the agitation. Therefore, the correct option is (d).

16. Who among the following is the winner of the 8th Human Rights Award by Amnesty International, Germany?

Correct Answer: (d) Henri Tiphagne
Solution:Henri Tiphagne is the winner of the 8th human Rights Award by Amnesty International, Germany. He is a lawyer and human rights defender from Tamil Nadu, India. He is fighting against torture and discrimination in India.

In the mid-1990s, he founded the organization named "People's Watch". Amnesty International is an international non-governmental organization that focuses on human rights. Its headquarters is in the United Kingdom focused on human rights. Therefore, the correct option is (d).

17. Which of the following pairs of Scheme and Target Group, as initiated in the Railway Budget 2016 is/are correctly matched?

List-I (Scheme)List-II (Target Group)
1. Antyodaya ExpressFor the Reserved Passengers
2. Deen Dayalu CoachesFor the Unreserved Passengers
3. HumsafarFor the Reserved Passengrs
4. TejasFor the Unreserved Passengers

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

Correct Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only
Solution:In the Rail budget 2016-17, the government launched four new trains and a new type of coach including Antodaya, Tejas, Humsafar. This was the last separate rail budget of India after which it got merged with the budget of India.

Antodaya Express and DeenDayalu coaches are for unreserved passengers. Railway Minister, Suresh Prabhu announced the introduction of train services, Humsafar, Tejas and UDAY for reserved passengers. Therefore, the correct option is (b).

18. Who among the following is the first person outside Indian Navy to become the Director General of Indian Coast Guard?

Correct Answer: (b) Rajendra Singh
Solution:The first person outside the Indian Navy to become the Director-General of the Indian Coast Guard was Rajendra Singh. In 1980, he belonged to the first batch of the Indian Coast Guard.

The Indian Coast Guard is an Armed Force, Search and Rescue and Maritime Law Enforcement agency that protects India's maritime interests and enforces its maritime law, with jurisdiction over the territorial waters of India The Ministry of Defence takes care of this entity. Therefore, the correct option is (b).

19. Who among the following is the winner of the Jnanpith Award for the year 2015?

Correct Answer: (b) Raghuveer Chaudhary
Solution:Raghuveer Chaudhari is a novelist, poet and critic from Gujarat, India. He was conferred with the Jnanpith Award in 2015. This award is considered to be India's highest literary award. Raghuveer Chaudhari has also worked as a columnist for numerous newspapers, such as Sandesh, Janmabhumi and Divya Bhaskar.

He was a teacher at Gujarat University until his retirement in 1998. He received the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1977, for his novel trilogy Uparvas. In 2019, he was awarded a D.Lit. by Gujarat University. Therefore, the correct option is (b).

20. Lance Naik Hanmanthappa Koppad, who was buried alive under snow by deadly avalanche at Siachen Glacier, who later died in a hospital after he was miraculously rescued by army, was a soldier of :

Correct Answer: (b) Madras Regiment
Solution:In the Indian Army, a soldier named Lance Naik Hanumanthappa Koppad, who was 32-year-old was in the 19th Battalion of Madras Regiment. He was posted in Karakoram Range, Siachen Glacier along with his team. It was the month of February 2016, an extreme winter season in Siachen Glacier, he was buried in the snow.

Then three days later, he was found alive and rescued from beneath tonnes of snow following an avalanche that hit his post in the Glacier at aheight of 19,600 feet. Therefore, the correct option is (b).