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The theory behind stars twinkling is that

A) The refractive index of the different layers of earth's atmosphere changes continuously, consequently the position of the star's image changes with time	B) The intensity of light emitted by them changes with time
C) The light from the star is scattered by the dust particles and air molecules in the earth's atmosphere	D) The distance of the stars from the earth changes with time

Answer & Explanation Answer: A) The refractive index of the different layers of earth's atmosphere changes continuously, consequently the position of the star's image changes with time

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Mirages are formed primarily due to ___ of light.

A) Reflection	B) Diffusion
C) Refraction	D) Scattering

Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Refraction

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In which year did Ole Romer measure the speed of light for the first time in the history?

A) 1776	B) 1676
C) 1876	D) 1867

Answer & Explanation Answer: B) 1676

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Which one of the following statements is not correct?

A) India joined MTCR in 2016.	B) India submitted a formal application for membership of the NSG in 2016.
C) India proposed the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism in 1996.	D) The Common wealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) was held in 2016 at Malta.

Answer & Explanation Answer: D) The Common wealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) was held in 2016 at Malta.

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The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting is held every 2 years. It is the association’s ultimate policy and decision-making forum. The November 2015 Meeting, to be held in Malta, had the theme of ‘Commonwealth –Adding Global Value’.

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What is the increase in the number of workdays under the rural job guarantee scheme (MNREGA) in drought-affected areas?

A) 10	B) 25
C) 40	D) 50

Answer & Explanation Answer: D) 50

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After his stint as the Reserve Bank Governor, which University in USA did Raghuram Rajan join as professor of Finance?

A) Harvard Business School, Boston	B) Berkeley Haas, California
C) Booth School, Chicago	D) Columbia Business School, New York

Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Booth School, Chicago

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The Typhoon named 'Goni' has recently hit which country?

A) Philippines	B) United States of America
C) Indonesia	D) Australia

Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Philippines

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The central government has set an ambitious target of raising how much amount from disinvestment in 2017-18?

A) Rs 72,500 crore	B) Rs 1,00,000 crore
C) Rs 50,000 crore	D) Rs 25,000 crore

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