This GK General Knowledge quiz covers SSC question answer like: Which of the following Sena rulers introduced Kulinism in Bengal? For cotton cultivation which among the following soils is considered most suitable? In which year Mohd. Ghori attacked first in India on Multan? Who was the first Indian native ruler to accept the system of subsidiary alliance? What is the India’s rank in the global Energy Architecture Performance Index (EAPI) 2017? What is the theme of the 2017 International Day of Democracy? Elephanta Caves are predominantly attributed to which Hindu God? Who influenced Mahadev Govind Ranade to establish Prarthana Samaj in Bombay? Mahalwari System of Revenue Settlement was introduced in which of the following? Who of the following kings was an ardent follower of Jainism ? GK quiz set 179 – gk questions with answers for vao exam to prepare for competitive exams. Take the free online test and improve the score.
Which of the following Sena rulers introduced Kulinism in Bengal?
  1. Hemant Sen
  2. Ballala Sen
  3. Vijay Sen
  4. Lakshman Sen

Correct answer is option B i.e. Ballala Sen
Explanation:
One of the vassals of Pala called Hemant Sen founded the Sena Dynasty. The third king of this dynasty Ballala Sena (1160-1178) introduced the social reforms in Bengal known as Kulinism.

For cotton cultivation which among the following soils is considered most suitable?

  1. Red Soil
  2. Black Soil
  3. Laterite Soil
  4. Alluvial Soil

Correct answer is option B i.e. Black Soil

In which year Mohd. Ghori attacked first in India on Multan?

  1. 1172 A.D
  2. 1175 A.D
  3. 1185 A.D
  4. 1190 A.D

Correct answer is option B i.e. 1175 A.D
Explanation:

Muhammad Ghori led a series of the campaigns in India. He began with Multan in 1175 against a Muslim ruler and got victorious.

Who was the first Indian native ruler to accept the system of subsidiary alliance?
  1. Sindhia of Gwalior
  2. Nawab of Awadh
  3. Dilip Singh of Punjab
  4. Nizam of Hyderabad

Correct answer is option D
What is the India’s rank in the global Energy Architecture Performance Index (EAPI) 2017?
  1. 55th
  2. 65th
  3. 87th
  4. 93rd

Correct answer is option C i.e. 87th
Explanation:
India has been ranked 87th out of 127 countries in the global Energy Architecture Performance Index (EAPI) 2017, as per recently released 5th annual edition of the Global Energy Architecture Performance Index Report 2017. Switzerland has topped the list, followed by Norway, Sweden, Denmark and France. The EAPI is developed by the World Economic Forum (WEF) in collaboration with Accenture, which looks at trends and the real performance of countries’ energy systems. The 2017 report includes the findings from benchmarking 127 countries on 18 indicators covering contribution to economic growth and development, environmental sustainability, and energy access and security. The EAPI offers the latest available global energy data, aiding policy formation by providing a reliable indicator of strengths and target areas for improvement.

What is the theme of the 2017 International Day of Democracy?

  1. Democracy and conflict prevention
  2. Fight for democracy
  3. Democracy for Universal Peace
  4. Space for Civil Society

Correct answer is option A i.e. Democracy and conflict prevention
Explanation:

The International Day of Democracy is observed every year on September 15 to provide an opportunity to review the state of democracy in the world. The 2017 theme “Democracy and Conflict prevention” focuses on the critical need to strengthen democratic institutions to promote peace and stability.

Elephanta Caves are predominantly attributed to which Hindu God?

  1. Lord Shiva
  2. Lord Hanuman
  3. Lord Indra
  4. Lord Brahma

Correct answer is option A i.e. Lord Shiva
Explanation:

Elephanta is a small island in sea and located at about 6.2 miles (North-East) from Gateway of India, Mumbai. Five caves are discovered in Elephanta hills, which are related to hindu religion and especially related to Lord Shiva.

Who influenced Mahadev Govind Ranade to establish Prarthana Samaj in Bombay?
  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy
  2. Devendra Nath Tagore
  3. Keshav Chandra Sen
  4. Tek Chand Mitra

Correct answer is option C

Mahalwari System of Revenue Settlement was introduced in which of the following?

  1. Bengal
  2. Bombay
  3. Madras
  4. North west provinces

Correct answer is option D i.e. North west provinces
Explanation:

Land revenue system Permanent settlement introduced in Bengal,Bihar ,Orissa and districts of Benaras and Northern districts of Madras by Lorrd Cornwallis in 1793. Ryotwari System introduced in Bombay and Madras . Mahalwari system was introduced in the North West Provinces, the Punjab, Delhi, Parts of Central India and Uttar Pradesh In this system, the land was not owned by an individual be it zamindar or any cultivator but by a group of estates or villages called Mahal. The Mahal was collectively known as the landlord and revenue was collected from the head of the Mahal, also known as Talukdar

Who of the following kings was an ardent follower of Jainism ?
  1. Bimbisara
  2. Mahapadmananda
  3. Kharavela
  4. Pulkeshin II

Correct answer is option C