HSSC CET GROUP -D EXAM : 21.10.2023 (Shift -II)

Total Questions: 100

1. When natural products are changed into other forms through ways of manufacturing, it is known as:

(1) Tertiary sector
(2) Industrial sector
(3) Primary sector
(4) Secondary sector
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Correct Answer: (4) Secondary sector

Solution:The secondary sector of the economy is also known as the manufacturing sector.

It is the sector that converts raw materials from the primary sector into finished goods for consumption or for use in other sectors of the economy.
The two other prominent sector of economy is primary sector (Agriculture, mining, Fishry, Animal Husbandary) and Tertiary Sector (Service Sector Such as Transport, communication, Hotels, and Tourism)

2. In which district of Madhya Pradesh, are Khajuraho Group of Monuments located?

(1) Chhatarpur
(2) Jabalpur
(3) Gwalior
(4) Indore
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Correct Answer: (1) Chhatarpur

Solution:The Khajuraho Group of Monuments are located in the Chhatarpur district Madhya Pradesh, India, of They are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and are famous for their intricate sculptures and Nagara style architecture.

3. Which of the following is not part of the Panchayati Raj system in India?

(1) Zila Parishad
(2) Gram Parishad
(3) Gram Sabha
(4) Gram Panchayat
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Correct Answer: (4) Gram Panchayat

Solution:Gram Panchayat is not part of the Panchayati Raj system in India.

The Panchayati Raj system is a threetier system of local government in India, consisting of:

◆Gram Sabha (village assembly)

◆Gram Panchayat (village council)

◆ Panchayat Samiti (block comabs mittee)

◆Zila Parishad (district county)

4. Where is the National Gallery of Modern Are located?

(1) New Delhi
(2) Kolkata
(3) Mumbai
(4) Nagpur
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Correct Answer: (1) New Delhi

Solution:The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) has three branches, located in New Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.

The NGMA is the premier art gallery under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
It was established in 1954 with the aim of preserving and promoting the best of Indian modern and contemporary art.

5. Whom did India beat in the Finals of Asia One Day Cricket Tournament held in the year 2023?

(1) Sri Lanka
(2) Nepal
(3) Pakistan
(4) Bangladesh
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Correct Answer: (1) Sri Lanka

Solution:India beat Sri Lanka in the Finals of the Asia Cup One Day Cricket Tournament held in 2023.

The victory was India's eighth Asia Cup title and their first major trophy since the 2018 Asia Cup.
It was a dominant performance from India, with the bowlers dismissing Sri Lanka for just 50 runs, the second-lowest score in ODI history.

6. In which year did the United Nations adopt the UN Guidelines for Consumer Protection?

(1)1985
(2) 1990
(3) 1986
(4) 1987
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Correct Answer: (1)1985

Solution:The United Nations adopted the UN Guidelines for Consumer Protection in 1985.

The UN Guidelines for Consumer Protection are a set of voluntary principles and recommendations that provide a framework for governments to develop and implement consumer protection laws and policies.

7. Where is Salar Jung Museum located?

(1) Mysore
(2) Goa
(3) Bhopal
(4) Hyderabad
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Correct Answer: (4) Hyderabad

Solution:The Salar Jung Museum is located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.

The Salar Jung Museum is one of the largest museums in India and houses a collection of over 40,000 artifacts from around the world.
The collection includes sculptures, paintings, carvings, textiles, manuscripts, ceramics, metallic artifacts, carpets, clocks, and furniture.
The museum is a popular tourist destination and is known for its diverse collection of artifacts and its beautiful architecture.

8. Consider the following statements about Democratic Governments, Which statement is not correct?

(1) Democracy is also known as representative democracy
(2) Democracy guarantees universal adult franchise
(3) In democracy people have power to elect their leaders
(4) Democracy is also known as Oligarchy
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Correct Answer: (4) Democracy is also known as Oligarchy

Solution:Democracy is the opposite of oligarchy.

Oligarchy is a form of government in which a small group of people have power.
Democracy is a form of government in which the people hold power.
This power is exercised through elected representatives.

9. Why Earth is called the blue planet'?

(1) Because it has life.
(2) Because more than 91% of the Earth is covered with water.
(3) Because it is blue in colour.
(4) Because more than 71% of the Earth is covered with water.
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Correct Answer: (4) Because more than 71% of the Earth is covered with water.

Solution:The Earth is called the blue planet because more than 71% of its surface is covered with water.

When sunlight hits the Earth's atmosphere, the blue light is scattered more than the other colors, which is why the sky appears blue.
The same principle applies to the ocean, which reflects the blue light from the sky.

10. In which year did Gandhiji arrive in India from South Africa?

(1) 1917
(2) 1921
(3) 1907
(4) 1915
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Correct Answer: (4) 1915

Solution:Gandhiji arrived in India from South Africa in 1915.

He arrived in Bombay (now Mumbai) on January 9, 1915, after spending over 20 years in South Africa fighting for the rights of Indians.
Gandhiji's return to India marked a new era in the Indian freedom struggle.
He led the country to independence through his nonviolent methods of resistance, such as civil disobedience and satyagraha.

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