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GK Varghese Study Material

Class 8,9 & 10

2023-24

TOPIC                                              NO OF QUESTIONS

HUMAN BODY.                                                                 50

CHEMICALS USED IN DAILY LIFES.                                50

DEVICES AND INSTRUMENTS.                                       100

STUDY OF VARIOUS FIELDS.                                           50

GEOGRAPHY                                                                     50

AWARDS                                                                             25

ORGANISATIONS                                                              25

CONSTITUTION OF INDIA                                               50

TOTAL                                                                                 400

Human Body

  1. Which is the largest organ in the human body?  Skin.

  2. Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating body temperature and hunger?  Hypothalamus.

  3. What is the primary function of the respiratory system?  To facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the body.

  4. Which bone protects the brain?  Skull.

  5. What is the main function of red blood cells?  To carry oxygen throughout the body.

  6. How many chambers are there in the human heart?  Four chambers - two atria and two ventricles.

  7. What is the technical term for the voice box?  Larynx.

  8. Which organ produces insulin in the body?  Pancreas.

  9. Which type of muscle is voluntary and can be consciously controlled?  Skeletal muscle.

  10. Which gland is often referred to as the "master gland" of the endocrine system?  Pituitary gland.

  11. What is the scientific name for the kneecap?  Patella.

  12. Which part of the eye is responsible for controlling the amount of light that enters?  Iris.

  13. What is the average body temperature of a healthy human?  Around 98.6°F (37°C).

  14. Which part of the digestive system is responsible for absorbing most of the nutrients from food?  Small intestine.

  15. What is the smallest bone in the human body?  Stapes bone in the ear.

  16. What is the name of the long, tube-like structure that connects the mouth to the stomach?  Oesophagus.

  17. What is the main function of the cerebellum?  Coordination of movement and balance.

  18. Which gland is responsible for regulating metabolism?  Thyroid gland.

  19. What is the primary function of white blood cells?  To protect the body from infections and foreign substances.

  20. What is the technical name for the shoulder blade bone?  Scapula.

  21. Which gas do humans inhale during the process of respiration?  Oxygen.

  22. What is the name of the joint that connects the upper arm to the shoulder? Glenohumeral joint.

  23. Which organ stores bile produced by the liver?  Gallbladder.

  24. What is the main function of the excretory system?  To remove waste and toxins from the body.

  25. Which part of the neuron transmits signals away from the cell body?  Axon.

  26. What is the name of the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen and aids in breathing?  Diaphragm.

  27. Which blood vessels carry oxygenated blood away from the heart?  Arteries.

  28. What is the primary function of the spleen?  To filter and store blood, as well as play a role in the immune system.

  29. Which part of the ear is responsible for maintaining balance?  Vestibular system (semi circular canals).

  30. What is the largest artery in the human body?  Aorta.

  31. Which type of joint allows the most extensive range of motion?  Ball-and-socket joint.

  32. What is the name of the long bone in the upper leg?  Femur.

  33. Which part of the brain is responsible for higher-level thinking, reasoning, and problemsolving?  Cerebrum.

  34. What is the function of the cornea in the eye?  To refract light and focus it on the retina.

  35. Which organ is responsible for filtering blood and producing urine?  Kidneys.

  36. What is the technical term for the collarbone?  Clavicle.

  37. Which part of the digestive system is responsible for storing and concentrating bile?  Gallbladder.

  38. What is the name of the fluid that lubricates joints and reduces friction?  Synovial fluid.

  39. Which part of the brainstem controls vital functions such as breathing and heart rate?  Medulla oblongata.

  40. What is the main function of platelets in the blood?  To assist in blood clotting and wound healing.

  41. Which gland in the brain is responsible for producing melatonin and regulating sleepwake cycles?  Pineal gland.

  42. What is the technical term for the thigh bone?  Femur.

  43. Which type of blood vessels carry blood back to the heart?  Veins.

  44. What is the name of the fluid that surrounds and cushions the brain and spinal cord?  Cerebrospinal fluid.

  45. Which part of the nervous system controls voluntary movements and reflexes?  Peripheral nervous system.

  46. The contractile proteins in a muscle are - Actin and Myosin

  47. Which type of muscle is found in the walls of organs like the stomach and intestines?  Smooth muscle.

  48. What is the purpose of the mucus in the respiratory system?  To trap dust and pathogens, preventing them from reaching the lungs.

  49. Which part of the brain is responsible for processing visual information?  Occipital lobe.

  50. What is the function of the Eustachian tube in the ear?  To equalize air pressure between

the middle ear and the atmosphere.

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Chemicals  used in daily life.

  1. Which chemical is commonly used as a disinfectant in households and healthcare settings? Chlorine (in the form of bleach).

  2. What is the chemical formula of table salt? Sodium chloride (NaCl).

  3. Which chemical compound is commonly used in antacid medications to neutralize stomach acid? Calcium carbonate (CaCO3).

  4. What chemical is found in batteries and is known for its corrosive properties? Sulfuric acid (H2SO4).

  5. Which chemical element is used in the production of steel and is an essential component of red blood cells? Iron (Fe).

  6. What is the chemical used as a leavening agent in baking to make dough rise?  Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate, NaHCO3).

  7. Which chemical is commonly used as a solvent in paint and nail polish remover?  Acetone.

  8. What chemical compound is the primary ingredient in vinegar?  Acetic acid (CH3COOH).

  9. Which chemical is used as a preservative in food and cosmetics, and is known by its E number E211?  Sodium benzoate.

  10. What is the chemical used as a refrigerant in air conditioning and refrigeration systems?  Freon (chlorofluorocarbon, CFC).

  11. Which chemical element is used in the production of fertilizers and explosives?  Nitrogen (N).

  12. What chemical is commonly used as a sweetener in diet sodas and sugar-free products?  Aspartame.

  13. Which chemical is used as a flame retardant in textiles and plastics?  Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs).

  14. What chemical compound is the active ingredient in common household bleach?  Sodium hypochlorite (NaClO).

  15. Which chemical is commonly used as a solvent in dry cleaning?  Perchloroethylene (PCE or perc).

  16. What chemical is added to public water supplies to prevent tooth decay?  Fluoride.

  17. Which chemical element is used in the production of glass and is an essential component of sand?  Silicon (Si).

  18. What chemical is commonly used in photography and is sensitive to light?  Silver halides (e.g., silver bromide).

  19. Which chemical is used in the vulcanization of rubber to improve its strength and elasticity?  Sulfur.

  20. What chemical is used as an additive in gasoline to increase its octane rating?  Tetraethyl lead (TEL).

  21. Which chemical is commonly used in fire extinguishers due to its ability to displace oxygen?  Carbon dioxide (CO2).

  22. What chemical is used to make polyethylene, the most widely used plastic in the world?  Ethylene (C2H4).

  23. Which chemical is used as a primary ingredient in sunscreen to protect the skin from UV radiation?  Titanium dioxide.

  24. What chemical compound is commonly used as a cleaning agent and rust remover?  Citric acid (C6H8O7).

  25. Which chemical is used in the production of soaps and detergents?  Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda, NaOH).

  26. What chemical element is used in the production of batteries, alloys, and electronics?  Lithium (Li).

  27. Which chemical is used as an artificial flavor in vanilla-flavored products?  Vanillin.

  28. What chemical is commonly used in photography as a fixing agent to make images permanent?  Sodium thiosulfate (hypo).

  29. Which chemical is added to swimming pools to disinfect and kill harmful microorganisms?  Chlorine (in various forms, like calcium hypochlorite or sodium dichloroisocyanurate).

  30. What chemical is used in the manufacturing of plastics, particularly polyvinyl chloride (PVC)?  Vinyl chloride (C2H3Cl).

  31. Which chemical compound is used as an anesthetic in medical procedures and surgeries?  Nitrous oxide (N2O).

  32. What chemical is used as a de-icer on roads during winter?  Calcium chloride (CaCl2) or sodium chloride (NaCl).

  33. Which chemical is commonly used as a bleaching agent in the textile and paper industries?  Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2).

  34. What chemical is used as an ingredient in baking powder to release carbon dioxide gas and cause dough to rise?  Cream of tartar (potassium bitartrate).

  35. Which chemical element is used in the production of batteries and is commonly associated with the alkaline battery type?  Zinc (Zn).

  36. What chemical is commonly used as a plasticizer to make plastics more flexible?  Diethyl phthalate (DEP).

  37. Which chemical is used as an additive in gasoline to reduce knocking and improve performance?  Methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE).

  38. What chemical compound is commonly used as a pain reliever and fever reducer?  Acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin).

  39. Which chemical is used in the production of rubber and latex products?  Ammonia.

  40. What chemical is commonly used as a solvent in the paint and varnish industry?  Toluene.

  41. Which chemical element is a component of bones and teeth and is often added to water and dietary supplements?  Fluorine.

  42. What chemical is used in the production of plastics, particularly polyethylene terephthalate (PET)?  Ethylene glycol.

  43. Which chemical is commonly used as a pesticide in agriculture?  Glyphosate.

  44. What chemical compound is used as a fire suppressant and is commonly found in fire extinguishers?  Monoammonium phosphate.

  45. Which chemical is used in the production of fertilizers and explosives?  Ammonium nitrate.

  46. What chemical is used as an antifreeze in cooling systems to prevent freezing and overheating?  Propylene glycol or ethylene glycol.

  47. Which chemical compound is used as a local anesthetic in medical procedures and dentistry?  Lidocaine.

  48. What chemical is used in the production of plastics, particularly polypropylene (PP)?  Propylene (C3H6).

  49. Which chemical is used as a foaming agent in baking to make dough and batters rise?  Yeast.

  50. What chemical is used as a flavor enhancer in many processed foods?  Monosodium glutamate (MSG).

 

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Devices and Instruments

  1. What instrument is used to measure temperature?  Thermometer.

  2. Which instrument is used to measure atmospheric pressure?  Barometer.

  3. What is the device used to measure humidity in the air?  Hygrometer.

  4. Which instrument is used to measure the speed of wind?  Anemometer.

  5. What instrument is used to measure the intensity of light?  Lux meter.

  6. Which tool is used to measure the mass of an object?  Weighing scale/balance.

  7. What is the device used to measure the volume of liquids accurately?  Graduated cylinder.

  8. Which instrument is used to measure the distance traveled by a vehicle or person?  Odometer.

  9. What is the device used to measure electric current?  Ammeter.

  10. Which instrument is used to measure voltage or potential difference?  Voltmeter.

  11. What is the device used to measure the strength and direction of a magnetic field?  Magnetometer.

  12. Which instrument is used to measure the pH level of a solution?  pH meter.

  13. What is the device used to measure the speed of sound in a medium?  Sonic anemometer.

  14. Which instrument is used to measure the strength and direction of an electric field?  Electrostatic voltmeter.

  15. What is the device used to measure the density of a liquid?  Hydrometer.

  16. Which instrument is used to measure the frequency of sound waves?  Tuning fork.

  17. What is the device used to measure the force applied to an object?  Force gauge.

  18. Which instrument is used to measure the intensity of earthquakes?  Seismometer.

  19. What is the device used to measure the electrical resistance of a circuit component?  Ohmmeter.

  20. Which instrument is used to measure the angle between two lines or surfaces?  Protractor.

  21. What is the device used to measure the heat released or absorbed in a chemical reaction?  Calorimeter.

  22. Which instrument is used to measure the relative humidity of air?  Psychrometer.

  23. What is the device used to measure the time it takes for an object to fall under gravity?  Stopwatch.

  24. Which instrument is used to measure the strength and direction of ocean currents?  Current meter.

  25. What is the device used to measure the curvature of surfaces or lenses?  Curvimeter.

  26. Which instrument is used to measure the refractive index of transparent materials?  Refractometer.

  27. What is the device used to measure the thickness of an object or material?  Micrometer.

  28. Which instrument is used to measure the pressure of gases in a closed container?  Manometer.

  29. What is the device used to measure the altitude or height above sea level?  Altimeter.

  30. Which instrument is used to measure the electrical potential of a redox reaction?  Potentiometer.

  31. What is the device used to measure the magnetic field of celestial bodies?  Magnetometer.

  32. Which instrument is used to measure the intensity of radioactive emissions?  GeigerMuller counter.

  33. What is the device used to measure the electric charge of an object?  Electrometer.

  34. Which instrument is used to measure the thermal conductivity of materials?  Thermal conductivity meter.

  35. What is the device used to measure the intensity of X-rays or gamma rays?  GeigerMuller counter.

  36. Which instrument is used to measure the hardness of materials?  Hardness tester.

  37. What is the device used to measure the pressure of liquids in a closed container?  Manometer.

  38. Which instrument is used to measure the magnetic field of the Earth?  Magnetometer.

  39. What is the device used to measure the charge and mass of ions?  Mass spectrometer.

  40. Which instrument is used to measure the angular velocity of rotating objects?  Tachometer.

  41. What is the device used to measure the rotational speed of engines or machines?  Tachometer.

  42. Which instrument is used to measure the electrical conductivity of materials?  Conductivity meter.

  43. What is the device used to measure the luminous intensity of light sources?  Luminometer.

  44. Which instrument is used to measure the force exerted by a gas on a surface?  Pressure gauge.

  45. What is the device used to measure the thickness of coatings or films?  Thickness gauge.

  46. Which instrument is used to measure the electrical potential difference between two points?  Voltmeter.

  47. What is the device used to measure the force applied to a liquid?  Pressure gauge.

  48. Which instrument is used to measure the frequency of electromagnetic waves?  Spectrum analyzer.

  49. What is the device used to measure the amount of light passing through a solution?  Spectrophotometer. 50.  Which instrument is used to measure the rate of flow of a liquid or gas?  Flowmeter.

  50. What instrument is used to measure blood pressure?  Sphygmomanometer.

  51. Which instrument is used to listen to the internal sounds of the body, such as the heartbeat and lung sounds?  Stethoscope.

  52. What is the device used to measure body temperature?  Thermometer.

  53. Which instrument is used to examine the inner ear and eardrum?  Otoscope.

  54. What is the device used to measure the oxygen saturation of a patient's blood?  Pulse oximeter.

  55. Which instrument is used to measure the electrical activity of the heart? Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) machine.What is the device used to view the internal structures of the body using high-frequency sound waves?  Ultrasound machine.

  56. Which instrument is used to measure the concentration of glucose in the blood?  Glucometer.

  57. What is the device used to measure the oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in a patient's blood?  Blood gas analyzer.

  58. Which instrument is used to examine the throat and vocal cords?  Laryngoscope.

  59. What is the device used to examine the inside of the gastrointestinal tract?  Endoscope.

  60. Which instrument is used to measure the airflow in a patient's lungs?  Spirometer.

  61. What is the device used to measure the electrical activity of the brain?  Electroencephalogram (EEG) machine.

  62. Which instrument is used to examine the inside of the uterus and cervix?  Hysteroscope.

  63. What is the device used to measure the concentration of haemoglobin in the blood?  Hemoglobinometer.

  64. Which instrument is used to measure the acidity or pH level of a patient's gastric juices?  pH meter.

  65. What is the device used to monitor a patient's heart rate and rhythm continuously?  Cardiac monitor.

  66. Which instrument is used to measure the airflow in a patient's respiratory tract?  Peak flow meter.

  67. What is the device used to measure the pressure inside a patient's eyes?  Tonometry.

  68. Which instrument is used to examine the inside of the colon and rectum?  Colonoscope.

  69. What is the device used to measure the oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide production of a patient?  Metabolic cart.

  70. Which instrument is used to visualize the blood vessels and organs in the body using Xrays and a contrast medium?  Angiography machine.

  71. What is the device used to monitor a patient's pulse rate continuously?  Pulse monitor.

  72. Which instrument is used to measure the electrical activity of muscles and nerves?  Electromyogram (EMG) machine.

  73. What is the device used to measure the visual acuity of a patient's eyes?  Snellen chart.

  74. Which instrument is used to examine the inside of the bladder and urethra?  Cystoscope.

  75. What is the device used to measure the speed of blood flow in the arteries and veins?  Doppler ultrasound.

  76. Which instrument is used to examine the inside of the joint to diagnose and treat joint conditions?  Arthroscope.

  77. What is the device used to measure the electrical activity of muscles during sleep?  Polysomnography (sleep study) machine.

  78. Which instrument is used to examine the inside of the bronchial tubes and lungs?  Bronchoscope.

  79. What is the device used to measure the level of carbon monoxide in a patient's blood?  Carbon monoxide monitor.

  80. Which instrument is used to measure the visual field of a patient's eyes?  Perimeter.

  81. What is the device used to measure the thickness of the cornea?  Pachymetry.

  82. Which instrument is used to examine the inside of the eye, including the retina and optic nerve?  Ophthalmoscope.

  83. What is the device used to measure the hearing ability of a patient?  Audiometer.

  84. Which instrument is used to measure the bone density of a patient?  Bone densitometer.

  85. What is the device used to measure the oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in a patient's breath?  Capnograph.

  86. Which instrument is used to measure the electrical activity of the brain in response to sensory stimuli?  Evoked potential machine.

  87. What is the device used to measure the electrical activity of the heart during physical activity?  Exercise stress test machine.

  88. Which instrument is used to examine the inside of the uterus during pregnancy?  Ultrasound transducer.

  89. What is the device used to monitor a patient's blood pressure continuously during surgery or critical care?  Invasive arterial blood pressure monitor.

  90. Which instrument is used to measure the concentration of oxygen in a patient's blood?  Pulse oximeter.

  91. What is the device used to measure the electrical activity of the heart over an extended period?  Holter monitor.

  92. Which instrument is used to examine the inside of the joint using a small, flexible tube?  Arthroscope.

  93. What is the device used to measure the electrical activity of the heart during a treadmill or stationary bike exercise?  Exercise stress test machine.

  94. Which instrument is used to visualize the blood vessels and organs in the body using Xrays and a contrast medium?  Angiography machine.

  95. What is the device used to measure the visual acuity of a patient's eyes?  Snellen chart.

  96. Which instrument is used to examine the inside of the bladder and urethra?  Cystoscope.

  97. What is the device used to measure the speed of blood flow in the arteries and veins?  Doppler ultrasound.

100.Which instrument is used to examine the inside of the joint to diagnose   and treat joint       conditions?  Arthroscope.

 

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Study of various fields

  1. What is the study of celestial bodies and phenomena called?  Astronomy

  2. Which field of study focuses on the Earth's physical structure and substance?  Geology

  3. What is the study of plants called?  Botany

  4. Which field of study deals with the human mind and behaviour?  Psychology

  5. What is the study of the origin and development of the universe called?  Cosmology

  6. Which field of study is concerned with the analysis of the structure and composition of matter?  Chemistry

  7. What is the study of diseases and their effects on the human body called?  Pathology

  8. Which field of study focuses on the interactions between organisms and their environment?  Ecology

  9. What is the study of language and its structure called?  Linguistics

  10. Which field of study involves the analysis of past events and human societies?  History

  11. What is the study of the human body and its functions called?  Anatomy

  12. Which field of study is concerned with the production and distribution of goods and services?  Economics

  13. What is the study of the principles governing correct or reliable inference called?  Logic

  14. Which field of study deals with the physical properties of matter and energy?  Physics

  15. What is the study of political systems and government called?  Political Science

  16. Which field of study involves the analysis of financial transactions and records?  Accounting

  17. What is the study of the Earth's atmosphere and weather patterns called?  Meteorology

  18. Which field of study is concerned with the design and construction of buildings and structures?  Architecture

  19. What is the study of society, social relationships, and institutions called?  Sociology

  20. Which field of study focuses on the development, behavior, and interactions of living organisms?  Biology

  21. What is the study of the Earth's physical features and landscapes called?  Physical Geography

  22. Which field of study involves the analysis of statistical data and probability?  Statistics

  23. What is the study of the structure and function of the nervous system called? Neuroscience

24. Which field of study deals with the analysis of the human past through artifacts and remains?  Archaeology

25. What is the study of animal behavior called?  Ethology

26. Which field of study involves the analysis of society and its economic systems?  Sociology

27. What is the study of the origin and development of life called?  Biology (specifically, Evolutionary Biology)

28. Which field of study deals with the principles and processes of education?  Pedagogy

29. What is the study of the principles of beauty and artistic taste called?  Aesthetics

30. Which field of study involves the analysis of markets and consumer behavior?  Marketing

31. What is the study of ancient cultures and civilizations called?  Archaeology

32. Which field of study deals with the interactions between organisms and their environment?  Ecology

33. What is the study of the interpretation and meaning of written texts called?  Literary Criticism

34. Which field of study involves the analysis of populations and demographic trends?  Demography

35. What is the study of the Earth's physical and human features called?  Geography

36. Which field of study is concerned with the design and construction of computer systems?  Computer Science

37. What is the study of the structure and function of the human society called?  Sociology

38. Which field of study involves the analysis of the Earth's atmosphere and climate?  Climatology

39. What is the study of the origin and development of words and language called?  Etymology

40. Which field of study deals with the principles and practices of good health and hygiene?  Medicine

41. What is the study of the mind and mental processes called?  Psychology

42. Which field of study involves the analysis of the human past through written records and documents?  History

43. What is the study of the principles and practices of teaching called?  Education

44. Which field of study deals with the principles and practices of government and politics?  Political Science

45. What is the study of the Earth's physical and biological processes called?  Earth Science

46. Which field of study involves the analysis of the economy and economic systems?  Economics

47. What is the study of the principles and practices of law called?  Law (Jurisprudence)

48. Which field of study deals with the principles and practices of communication and media?  Media Studies

49. What is the study of the principles and practices of morality called?  Ethics

50. Which field of study involves the analysis of the human mind and cognitive processes?   Cognitive Psychology

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Geography

  1. What is the largest continent on Earth?  Asia.

  2. Which ocean is the largest and covers approximately one-third of the Earth's surface? Pacific Ocean.

  3. What is the longest river in the world?  Nile River.

  4. Which mountain range is the highest in the world?  The Himalayas.

  5. What is the largest desert in the world?  The Sahara Desert.

  6. Which country is known as the "Land of the Rising Sun"?  Japan.

  7. What is the capital city of Australia?  Canberra.

  8. Which river is the longest in Europe?  Volga River.

  9. What is the largest island in the world?  Greenland.

  10. Which country is home to the tallest building, the Burj Khalifa?  United Arab Emirates (UAE).

  11. What is the capital city of Brazil?  Brasília.

  12. Which continent is known as the "Dark Continent" due to its relatively unexplored territories?  Africa.

  13. What is the highest mountain peak in North America?  Denali (formerly known as Mount McKinley).

  14. Which country is often referred to as the "Land of Fire and Ice" due to its many volcanoes and glaciers?  Iceland.

  15. What is the capital city of China?  Beijing.

  16. Which river is often called the "Mother of Rivers" and is the longest river in India?  The Ganges.

  17. What is the largest lake in Africa and the second-largest freshwater lake in the world? Lake Victoria.

  18. Which country is known as the "Land of Smiles"?  Thailand.

  19. What is the capital city of France?  Paris.

  20. Which ocean is situated between Africa and Australia?  Indian Ocean.

  21. What is the smallest continent on Earth?  Australia.

  22. Which country is known as the "Land of the Midnight Sun" due to its location in the Arctic Circle?  Norway.

  23. What is the longest mountain range in the world, stretching across South America?  The Andes.

  24. Which country is the largest in terms of land area?  Russia.

  25. What is the capital city of Canada?  Ottawa.

  26. Which river is the longest in South America and the second-longest river in the world? Amazon River.

  27. What is the largest bay in the world?  Hudson Bay.

  28. Which country is known as the "Land of the Rising Sun"?  Japan.

  29. What is the capital city of South Africa?  Pretoria (administrative), Bloemfontein (judicial), and Cape Town (legislative).

  30. Which desert is located in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico? Sonoran Desert.

  31. What is the capital city of Argentina?  Buenos Aires.

  32. Which river is the longest in Europe?  Volga River.

  33. What is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea?  Sicily.

  34. Which country is known as the "Land of the Rising Sun"?  Japan.

  35. What is the capital city of Canada?  Ottawa.

  36. Which river is the longest in South America and the second-longest river in the world? Amazon River.

  37. What is the largest bay in the world?  Hudson Bay.

  38. Which country is known as the "Land of the Rising Sun"?  Japan.

  39. What is the capital city of South Africa?  Pretoria (administrative), Bloemfontein (judicial), and Cape Town (legislative).

  40. Which desert is located in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico? Sonoran Desert.

  41. What is the capital city of Argentina?  Buenos Aires.

  42. Which river is the longest in Europe?  Volga River.

  43. What is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea?  Sicily.

  44. Which country is known as the "Pearl of the Indian Ocean"?  Sri Lanka.

  45. What is the capital city of Spain?  Madrid.

  46. Which river is the longest in Africa and the world?  Nile River.

  47. What is the largest island country in the world?  Indonesia.

  48. Which strait separates Asia and North America at their closest points?  Bering Strait.

  49. What is the capital city of Italy?  Rome.

  50. Which country is known as the "Land of the Long White Cloud"?  New Zealand.

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Awards

  1. Which award is India's highest civilian award, given for exceptional contributions to the nation?  Bharat Ratna.

  2. Which award is given to individuals for distinguished services to art, literature, science, and social services?  Padma Bhushan.

  3. Which award is the second-highest civilian award in India, conferred for distinguished service of a high order?  Padma Vibhushan.

  4. Which award is given for distinguished service in the field of sports?  Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna.

  5. Which award is presented for outstanding achievements in the field of literature?  Sahitya Akademi Award.

  6. Which award is given to recognize excellence in the Indian cinema industry?  National Film Award.

  7. Which award is presented for exceptional contribution to journalism in India?  Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Awards.

  8. Which award is given for excellence in the field of science and technology?  Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize.

  9. Which award is conferred for exceptional bravery and courage in the face of adversity?  Param Vir Chakra.

  10. Which award is presented for outstanding contributions to Indian music, dance, and theater?  Sangeet Natak Akademi Award.

  11. Which award is given for outstanding contributions in the field of architecture and urban planning?  Aga Khan Award for Architecture (Indian projects).

  12. Which award is presented for exceptional achievements in the field of social work?  Magsaysay Award.

  13. Which award is given for distinguished service to humanity in any field of human endeavor?  Padma Shri.

  14. Which award is presented for contributions to peace, human rights, and international understanding?  Indira Gandhi Peace Prize.

  15. Which award is given to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to Indian cinema?  Dadasaheb Phalke Award.

  16. Which award is presented to outstanding sportspersons for their contribution to Indian sports?  Arjuna Award.

  17. Which award is given for contributions in the field of science, technology, and innovation?  Infosys Prize.

  18. Which award is conferred to recognize exceptional contributions to Indian theater?  Kalidas Samman.

  19. Which award is presented for exceptional achievements in journalism, literature, and the arts?  Padma Shri.

  20. Which award is given to exceptional teachers for their dedicated service to education?  National Award for Teachers.

  21. Which award is presented to recognize outstanding contributions to environmental conservation?  Indira Gandhi Paryavaran Puraskar.

  22. Which award is given for exceptional contributions in the field of science communication?  National Award for Science Popularization among Children.

  23. Which award is conferred for excellence in the field of medicine and medical research?  Dr. B. C. Roy Award.

  24. Which award is presented for outstanding achievements in the field of dance and music?  Sangeet Natak Akademi Award.

  25. Which award is given for exceptional contributions to the field of education and literacy?  National Literacy Award.

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Organizations

  1. What international organization is responsible for maintaining global peace and security?  United Nations (UN).

  2. Which organization is known for its efforts to protect and conserve the world's natural heritage sites?  UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization).

  3. What organization is responsible for regulating international trade and promoting global economic cooperation?  World Trade Organization (WTO).

  4. Which organization is dedicated to the eradication of extreme poverty and hunger?  United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

  5. What organization is responsible for the regulation and safety of civil aviation worldwide?  International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

  6. Which organization focuses on the protection and promotion of human rights globally?  Human Rights Watch (HRW).

  7. What organization is responsible for coordinating international monetary cooperation and financial stability?  International Monetary Fund (IMF).

  8. Which organization works towards the conservation and protection of wildlife and natural habitats?  World Wildlife Fund (WWF).

  9. What organization is known for its efforts to combat global climate change and environmental issues?  Greenpeace.

  10. Which organization provides humanitarian aid and assistance to people affected by conflicts and disasters?  International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

  11. What organization is responsible for regulating and coordinating telecommunications worldwide?  International Telecommunication Union (ITU).

  12. Which organization is dedicated to promoting global public health and coordinating responses to pandemics and health crises?  World Health Organization (WHO).

  13. What organization is responsible for organizing the Olympic Games and promoting sports worldwide?  International Olympic Committee (IOC).

  14. Which organization is known for its efforts to fight against poverty and hunger through sustainable agricultural practices?  Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

  15. What organization is responsible for promoting and protecting workers' rights globally?  International Labour Organization (ILO).

  16. Which organization works towards the preservation and safeguarding of world heritage documents and archives?  United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

  17. What organization is responsible for regulating and overseeing international maritime shipping?  International Maritime Organization (IMO).

  18. Which organization is dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of children worldwide?  UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund).

  19. What organization is known for its efforts to promote international cooperation and diplomacy among countries?  Diplomatic missions/embassies.

  20. Which organization is responsible for coordinating and regulating the exploration and peaceful use of outer space?  United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA).

  21. What organization is known for its efforts to protect the rights of refugees and provide them with assistance?  United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).

  22. Which organization is dedicated to promoting gender equality and women's rights globally?  United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women).

  23. What organization is responsible for promoting global cultural exchange and understanding?  International Cultural Exchange organizations.

  24. Which organization works towards the prevention of cruelty to animals and the promotion of animal welfare?  World Animal Protection (formerly known as WSPA - World Society for the Protection of Animals).

  25. What organization is known for its efforts to promote and protect the rights of indigenous peoples worldwide?  United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII).

 

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Constitution of India

  1. When was the Indian Constitution adopted?  26th January 1950.

  2. Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution?  Dr. B. R. Ambedkar.

  3. How many articles are there in the Indian Constitution?  448 articles.

  4. How many schedules are there in the Indian Constitution?  12 schedules.

  5. How many parts are there in the Indian Constitution?  25 parts.

  6. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with Fundamental Rights?  Part III (Articles 12 to 35).

  7. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with Directive Principles of State Policy?  Part IV (Articles 36 to 51).

  8. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with Fundamental Duties?  Part IV-A (Article 51-A).

  9. What is the preamble of the Indian Constitution called?  The Preamble.

  10. Who is known as the "Father of the Indian Constitution"?  Dr. B. R. Ambedkar.

  11. Which amendment to the Indian Constitution added the Fundamental Duties?  The 42nd Amendment.

  12. Which amendment to the Indian Constitution made Right to Education a fundamental right?  The 86th Amendment.

  13. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the President of India?  Article 52.

  14. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the Prime Minister of India?  Article  75.

  15. What is the term of the President of India?  Five years.

  16. What is the term of the Lok Sabha (House of the People)?  Five years.

  17. What is the term of the Rajya Sabha (Council of States)?  Six years.

  18. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the appointment of the Prime Minister?  Article 75(1).

  19. Who is the head of the Council of Ministers in a state in India?  Chief Minister.

  20. What is the minimum age required to become the President of India?  35 years.

  21. What is the minimum age required to become the Prime Minister of India?  25 years.

  22. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the right to equality?  Article 14.

  23. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the right to freedom of speech and expression?  Article 19(1)(a).

  24. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the right to education?  Article 21-A.

  25. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the right to life and personal liberty? Article 21.

  26. What is the official language of the Indian Union?  Hindi.

  27. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the right to constitutional remedies?  Article 32.

  28. Who has the power to remove the President of India from office?  Parliament.

  29. Who has the power to remove the Vice President of India from office?  Parliament.

  30. What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha?  552 members.

  31. What is the maximum strength of the Rajya Sabha?  250 members.

  32. Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?  Vice President of India.

  33. Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the Lok Sabha?  Speaker of the Lok Sabha.

  34. Who appoints the Chief Justice of India?  President of India.

  35. What is the minimum age required to become a member of the Rajya Sabha?  30 years.

  36. What is the minimum age required to become a member of the Lok Sabha?  25 years.

  37. What is the maximum gap allowed between two sessions of Parliament?  Six months.

  38. Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?  President of India.

  39. Who appoints the Comptroller and Auditor General of India?  President of India.

  40. Who has the power to summon and dissolve the Lok Sabha?  President of India.

  41. Who has the power to dissolve the Rajya Sabha?  Rajya Sabha itself.

  42. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the right against exploitation?  Article 23.

  43. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the right to freedom of religion? Article 25.

  44. What is the term of a Governor of a state in India?  Five years.

  45. Who has the power to pardon or grant a reprieve to a person convicted of an offense? President of India.

  46. Who is the head of the Indian Judiciary?  Chief Justice of India.

  47. What is the term of the Vice President of India?  Five years.

  48. What is the maximum number of members in the Council of Ministers in a state?  15% of the total number of members in the state legislature.

  49. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the right to education for minorities? Article 30.

50.  What is the term of a member of the Rajya Sabha?  Six years.

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