SSC-Junior Engineer (Civil & Structural) Online Exam 2018

PAPER-I
GENERAL INTELLIGENCE AND REASONING

Total Questions: 50

31. To study the demands of the reorganisation of states on linguistic basis, a committee was formed by the Indian National Congress in 1948. The committee was headed by:

Correct Answer: D. S.K. Dhar
Solution:In 1948, the government appointed a commission under S.K. Dhar, a Judge of the Allhabad High Court to examine the case for the reorganization of states on the linguistic basis. It favoured reorganization on the basis of administrative convenience rather than linguistic considerations. In December 1948, congress appointed another committee under Jawaharlal Nehru, Vallabh Bhai Patel and Pattabhi Sitaramayya to examine the issue.

32. As per the NITI Aayog report titled 'Healthy States, Progressive India', released in 2019, _________ is ranked first among the Union Territories.

Correct Answer: A. Chandigarh
Solution:"Healthy States, Progressive India" is a comprehensive Health Index report released by the NITI Aayog. The report ranks states and Union territories innovatively on their year-on-year incremental change in health outcomes, as well as, their overall performance with respect to each other. The report has been developed by NITI Aayog, with technical assistance from the World Bank, and in consultation with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW).

Among UTs, Chandigarh and Dadra and Nagar Haveli were ranked on top in terms of overall performance (Chandigarh-1 and Dadra and Nagar Haveli-2) as well as annual incremental performance (Dadra and Nagar Haveli-1 and Chandigarh-2). These two UTs showed the highest improvement in indicators such as total Case Notification Rate of Tuberculosis. Average Occupancy of an officer (in months) for 3 Key State posts for last 3 years, Proportion of ANMs positions vacant at Sub Centres.

33. _________ is India's largest military exercise with Nepal in terms of troop participation.

Correct Answer: B. Surya Kiran
Solution:Surya Kiran with Nepal is India's largest military exercise in terms of troop participation. According to the official release, the aim of this exercise is to conduct battalion level joint training with emphasis on counter terrorism operations in mountainous terrain.

34. Which of the following temples of Odisha has historically been associated with a sweet called Rasagola which also helped Odisha win GI tag for the sweet?

Correct Answer: A. Jagannath Temple, Puri
Solution:Historical records say that 'Odisha Rasagola' is associated with world famous Puri Jagannaath Temple. The rasagola, a popular dessert of Odisha, has received the geographical indication tag (GI) from the Registrar of Geographical indication after years of controversy around the sweet.

35. __________ fought against King Han Ho-ti, who was the king of Han dynasty of China, and defeated him in the second attempt.

Correct Answer: A. Kanishka
Solution:Kanishka was the most powerful ruler of the Kushana Empire. The capital of his empire was Purushpura (Peshawar). Kanishka had fought against King Han Ho-ti who was the king of Han Dynasty of China. Kanishka defeated the Chinese king in the second attempt. Kanishka was the founder of the Shaka Era of A.D. 78.

36. Which of the following is an independent Indian Satellite based positioning system?

Correct Answer: A. Navic
Solution:The IRNSS (Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System) constellation was named as "Navic". Navic is an independent Indian Satellite based positioning system for critical national applications. The main objective is to provide Reliable Position, Navigation and Timing services over India and its neighbourhood. It will provide fairly good accuracy to the user.

37. Which of the following is NOT listed as a Fundamental Duty in the Constitution of India?

Correct Answer: B. To obey traffic rules
Solution:By the 86th Amendment in 2002, the original 10 duties were then increased to 11, under Article 51A, Part IV-A of the Constitution of India. The 10 fundamental duties are as follows:
  • To oblige with the Indian Constitution and respect the National Anthem and Flag.
  • To cherish and follow the noble ideas that inspired the national struggle for freedom.
  • To protect the integrity, sovereignty, and unity of India.
  • To defend the country and perform national services if and when the country requires.
  • To promote the spirit of harmony and brotherhood amongst all the people of India and renounce any practices that are derogatory to women.
  • To cherish and preserve the rich national heritage of our composite culture.
  • To protect and improve the natural environment including lakes, wildlife. rivers, forests, etc.
  • To develop scientific temper, humanism, and spirit of inquiry.
  • To safeguard all public property,
  • To strive towards excellence in all genres of individual and collective activities.

The 11th fundamental duty which was added to this list is:

  • To provide opportunities for education to children between 6-14 years of age, and duty as parents to ensure that such opportunities are being awarded to their child.

38. Which of the followings is NOT a rich source of Vitamin B12?

Correct Answer: C. Sunlight
Solution:Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in some foods, added to others, and available as a dietary supplement and a prescription medication.

Fish and red meat are excellent sources of vitamin B12. Poultry and eggs also contain vitamin B12. Milk and milk products are good sources of vitamin B12. Many ready-to-eat breakfast cereals are fortified with vitamin B12.

39. Pernicious anaemia is a disease caused due to the deficiency of:

Correct Answer: B. Vitamin B12
Solution:Pernicious anemia is defined as a type of Vitamin B12 deficiency that results from impaired uptake of Vitamin B₁₂ due to the lack of a substance known as intrinsic factor produced by the stomach lining factor. Vitamin B₁₂ helps the body to make healthy red blood cells and helps keep nerve cells healthy. It is found in animal foods including meat, fish, egg, milk and other dairy products.

40. The deficiency of Vitamin ________ in human body may lead to Xerophthalmia.

Correct Answer: B. A
Solution:The most common symptom of Vitamin A deficiency in young children and pregnant women is an eye condition called Xerophthalmia. It is the inability to see in low light and it can lead to blindness, if not treated.