General Knowledge Questions

In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.

When the kerosene burned, the fuel in the tank below would be __________ pressure, and __________a small circular flame would appear in the burner.The valve had to be opened to let more kerosene vapour to the burner and pumping resumed. With the increase in pressure, the burner flame would spread _________ a loud noise. To lower the flame,the valve had to be _________ opened to reduce the pressure and then tightened until the desired flame size was achieved. _________ you wanted the flame to be bigger, you had to hit the piston again. Pump stoves are still in vogue.

below would be __________ pressure

In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of thefour alternatives.

Teachers ____________ the country require proper training at the appropriate time in their careers. On account of the unique occupational dynamic, together _________the constant pressure to address the growing expectations of society and the ______________ of teaching pedagogy, teachers need to be engaged in continual re-examination of their role. This cannot be achieved unless they incorporate the subjects as varied ________ applied ethics, human psychology, spirituality, ____________values, peace studies, and organisational behaviour.

spirituality, ____________ values, peace studies, and organisational behaviour.

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word.

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Who among the following is the vice-chairman of NITI Aayog as of 2018?

Which of the following countries became the first to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC) with effect from 27 October, 2017?

Which of the following is NOT a pollination agent for cross pollination?

Which is the political party started by Telugu film actor Chiranjeevi, who later merged it with the Indian National Congress?

Who Invented FM Radio?