41. Which among the following is not represented by National Emblem of India?
(a) Courage
(b) Strength
(c) Confidence
(d) Cowardice
Answer:
(d) Cowardice
Explanation:
The National Emblem of India (adapted from the Lion Capital of Ashoka) symbolizes power, courage, strength, and confidence. It certainly does not represent cowardice.
42. When India gained independence from British colonial rule?
(a) 15th August 1947
(b) 26th January 1950
(c) 02nd October 1869
(d) 05th September 1888
Answer:
(a) 15th August 1947
Explanation:
India officially achieved its independence from the British Empire on August 15, 1947, following the passage of the Indian Independence Act.
43. A colorful ‘Saafa’ or ‘Pagri’ is a traditional headgear of which of the following State?
(a) Kerala
(b) Andhra Pradesh
(c) Rajasthan
(d) West Bengal
Answer:
(c) Rajasthan
Explanation:
A ‘Saafa’ or ‘Pagri’ is a culturally significant, brightly colored traditional turban worn by men predominantly in the state of Rajasthan to protect against the desert heat and signify honor.
44. Which among the following is largest mangrove forest in the world?
(a) Florida Mangroves
(b) Sundarbans
(c) Amazon
(d) Mahanadi Mangroves
Answer:
(b) Sundarbans
Explanation:
The Sundarbans, spanning across the delta of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers in India and Bangladesh, forms the single largest contiguous mangrove forest in the world.
45. What is Bhut Jolokia?
(a) A type of drink
(b) A type of coffee
(c) A type of tree
(d) A type of chilli
Answer:
(d) A type of chilli
Explanation:
Bhut Jolokia, also commonly known as the “ghost pepper,” is an interspecific hybrid chili pepper cultivated in Northeast India, famous for being one of the hottest chilies in the world.
