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Which one of the following is the theme of the World Soil Day, 2017?

A) Soils and pulses, a symbol for life B) Caring for the Planet starts from the Ground
C) Soils, a solid ground for life D) Soils, foundation for family farming
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Caring for the Planet starts from the Ground

Explanation:

World Soil Day 2017 is celebrated on 5 December under the theme "Caring for the Planet starts from the Ground," with activities aiming to communicate messages on the importance of soil quality for food security, healthy ecosystems and human well-being.Soils not only produce 95% of the food we consume, they also have a huge potential for taking carbon from the atmosphere and offsetting the greenhouse gas emissions. Keeping the soil healthy can bring a multitude of gains, from food security to sustainable livelihoods and climate benefits.

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Which one of the following was a focus country of the World Food India’, a mega food event held in November 2017 in New Delhi?

A) Germany B) Japan
C) Denmark D) Italy
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Italy

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Around twelfth century, Sufi Silsilas began to ciystgdlize in different parts of the Islamic world to signify

1.continuous link between the master and disciple

2. unbroken spiritual genealogy to the Prophet Muhammad

3. the transmission of spiritual power and blessings to devotees

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A) 1 and 2 only B) 2 only
C) 1 and 3 only D) 1, 2 and 3
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

Sufi silsilas began to crystallise in different parts of the Islamic world around the twelfth century. The word silsila literally means a chain, signifying a continuouslink between master and disciple, stretching as an unbroken spiritual genealogy to the Prophet Muhammad. It was through this channel that spiritual power and blessings were transmitted to devotees. Special rituals of initiation were developed in which initiates took an oath of allegiance, wore a patched garment, and shaved their hair. Thus, all statements are correct.

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The world's largest and deepest rail tunnel Gotthard Base Tunnel is located in which country?

A) Belgium B) Austria
C) Switzerland D) Sweden
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Switzerland

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Which of the following National Parks of India are declared as World Heritage by UNESCO?

1. Keoladeo National Park

2. Sundarbans National Park

3. Kaziranga National Park

4. Ranthambore National Park

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A) 1 and 2 only B) 1, 2 and 3 only
C) 3 and 4 only D) 1, 2, 3 and 4
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

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Consider the following statements relating to Coal India Limited:1. It is designated as a 'Maha Ratna'company under the Ministry of Coal.2. It is the single largest coal producing company in the world.3. The Headquarters of Coal India Limited is located at Ranchi Jharkhand.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A) 1 only B) 1 and 2only
C) 2 and 3 only D) 1, 2 and 3
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) 1 and 2only

Explanation:

Headquarters Kolkata, West Bengal, IndiaCoal India Limited (CIL) is an Indian state-controlled coal mining company headquartered in Kolkata, West Bengal, India and the largest coal-producing company in the world and a Maharatna company.

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Which Asian country has opened 'Duge Bridge' (world's highest road bridge) for use in year 2016?

A) China B) Russia
C) Japan D) India
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) China

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Which European ruler had observed 'Bear in mind that the commerce of India is the commerce of the world .... he who can exclusively command it is the dictator of Europe?

A) Queen Victoria B) Peter the Great of Russia
C) Napoleon Bonaparte D) Gustav II Adolf
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Peter the Great of Russia

Explanation:

India was one of the main centres of world trade and industry. Peter the Great of Russia was led to exclaim: “Bear in mind that the commerce of India is the commerce of the world and ... he who can exclusively command it is the dictator of Europe.”

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