This GK General Knowledge quiz covers SSC question answer like: Which of the following teams has won the 2017 Kalpathi AGS – Buchi Babu All-India Invitation cricket tournament? Who among the following decides whether a bill is money bill or not? Who founded the Sabarmati Ashram? The Hindustan Socialist Republican Association was founded in—Who is the author of the book “Confessions of a dying mind: the blind faith of atheism”? Who was the first editor of the Yogantar? What is the theme of the 2017 World Kidney Day (WKD)? Which of the following statements is incorrect about the Planet Mars? What is the India’s GDP forecast for FY 18, as per latest Economic Outlook Survey of Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI)? Which of the following states is sole producer of agate, chalk, and perlite in India? GK quiz set 739 – general knowledge SSC gd to score maximum in general awareness part of exam. GK quiz for Indian competitive exams.
Which of the following teams has won the 2017 Kalpathi AGS – Buchi Babu All-India Invitation cricket tournament?
- Guwahati
- Chennai
- Kochi
- Hyderabad
Correct answer is option D i.e. Hyderabad
Explanation:
Explanation:
The Hyderabad team have won the 2017 Kalpathi AGS – Buchi Babu All-India Invitation cricket tournament. In the final at Chennai on September 15, they defeated TNCA President’s XI by 8 wickets.
Who among the following decides whether a bill is money bill or not?
- Prime Minister
- Council of Ministers
- Lok Sabha Speaker
- Lok Sabha Secretary
Correct answer is option C i.e. Lok Sabha Speaker
Explanation:
Explanation:
Only those financial bills which contain provisions exclusively on matters listed in article 110 of the constitution are called Money Bills. Question of whether a financial bill is money bill or not, is decided by Speaker. Such bill needs to be endorsed by Speaker when passed by Lok Sabha and sent to Rajya Sabha.
Who founded the Sabarmati Ashram?
- Arivindo Ghosh
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Ravindra Nath Tagore
- Gopal Das Mehta
Correct answer is option B
The Hindustan Socialist Republican Association was founded in—
- 1922
- 1924
- 1926
- 1928
Correct answer is option D
Who is the author of the book “Confessions of a dying mind: the blind faith of atheism”?
- Albert Dyers
- David Syiemlieth
- Kiren Rijiju
- Haulianlal Guite
Correct answer is option D i.e. Haulianlal Guite
Explanation:
The philosophical novel for God titled “Confessions of a dying mind: the blind faith of atheism” has been authored by IAS officer Haulianlal Guite, which is recently unveiled by Union Minister Kiren Rijiju in august gathering at Civil Services Officers’ Institute in New Delhi. The book billed as “the world’s first philosophical novel for God”, whose author is arguably the first Indian civil servant to write on philosophy since John Stuart Mill published On Liberty way back in 1858. The book explores the nature of science, religion, evidence and even love in light of leading developments. It makes use of the latest findings of modern science and the most solid theories in philosophy. It also presents some interesting arguments against atheism by using the theories and findings of atheists themselves.
Explanation:
The philosophical novel for God titled “Confessions of a dying mind: the blind faith of atheism” has been authored by IAS officer Haulianlal Guite, which is recently unveiled by Union Minister Kiren Rijiju in august gathering at Civil Services Officers’ Institute in New Delhi. The book billed as “the world’s first philosophical novel for God”, whose author is arguably the first Indian civil servant to write on philosophy since John Stuart Mill published On Liberty way back in 1858. The book explores the nature of science, religion, evidence and even love in light of leading developments. It makes use of the latest findings of modern science and the most solid theories in philosophy. It also presents some interesting arguments against atheism by using the theories and findings of atheists themselves.
Who was the first editor of the Yogantar?
- Barindra Ghosh
- Bipin Chandra Pal
- Jatindra Nath Mukherjee
- Ullaskar Dutt
Correct answer is option A
What is the theme of the 2017 World Kidney Day (WKD)?
- Kidneys for Life – Stop Kidney Attack!
- Kidney Disease and Children: Act Early to Prevent It
- Kidney Disease and Obesity: Healthy Lifestyle for Healthy Kidneys
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and aging
Correct answer is option C i.e. Kidney Disease and Obesity: Healthy Lifestyle for Healthy Kidneys
Explanation:
The World Kidney Day (WKD) is observed every year on the 2nd Thursday in March as a global health awareness campaign to raise awareness about impact of kidney disease and its associated health problems worldwide. The WKD is a joint initiative of the International Federation of Kidney Foundations (IFKF) and International Society of Nephrology (ISN). In 2017, the WKD was observed on March 9 with the theme “Kidney Disease and Obesity: Healthy Lifestyle for Healthy Kidneys” to promote education about the harmful consequences of obesity and its association with kidney disease, advocating healthy lifestyle and health policy measures that make preventive behaviors an affordable option.
Explanation:
The World Kidney Day (WKD) is observed every year on the 2nd Thursday in March as a global health awareness campaign to raise awareness about impact of kidney disease and its associated health problems worldwide. The WKD is a joint initiative of the International Federation of Kidney Foundations (IFKF) and International Society of Nephrology (ISN). In 2017, the WKD was observed on March 9 with the theme “Kidney Disease and Obesity: Healthy Lifestyle for Healthy Kidneys” to promote education about the harmful consequences of obesity and its association with kidney disease, advocating healthy lifestyle and health policy measures that make preventive behaviors an affordable option.
Which of the following statements is incorrect about the Planet Mars?
- It has two permanent polar ice caps
- After the Moon, it is the brightest object in our night sky
- Liquid water cannot exist on the surface of Mars due to low atmospheric pressure
- Mars is less dense than Earth
Correct answer is option B i.e. After the Moon, it is the brightest object in our night sky
Explanation:
Explanation:
Second statement is incorrect because Venus is the second brightest object in our night sky after Moon.
What is the India’s GDP forecast for FY 18, as per latest Economic Outlook Survey of Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI)?
- 7.7%
- 6.9%
- 7.9%
- 7.4%
Correct answer is option D i.e. 7.4%
Explanation:
As per latest Economic Outlook Survey of Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for FY 18 will be around 7.4%, with a minimum and maximum level of 7% and 7.6% respectively. As per the survey, agricultural sector is estimated to clock 3.5% growth in 2017-18, while the industry and services sector are expected to grow by 6.9% and 8.4% respectively in 2017-18. Ac
cording to the survey results, Consumer Price Index (CPI) has a median forecast of 4.8% for 2017-18 with a minimum and maximum level of 4% and 5.3%.
Explanation:
As per latest Economic Outlook Survey of Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for FY 18 will be around 7.4%, with a minimum and maximum level of 7% and 7.6% respectively. As per the survey, agricultural sector is estimated to clock 3.5% growth in 2017-18, while the industry and services sector are expected to grow by 6.9% and 8.4% respectively in 2017-18. Ac
cording to the survey results, Consumer Price Index (CPI) has a median forecast of 4.8% for 2017-18 with a minimum and maximum level of 4% and 5.3%.
Which of the following states is sole producer of agate, chalk, and perlite in India?
- Rajasthan
- Karnataka
- Gujarat
- Tamil Nadu
Correct answer is option C i.e. Gujarat
Explanation:
Gujarat is the sole producer of agate, chalk, and perlite and is leading producer of fluorite (concentrate), fireclay, silica sand, lignite, laterite, petroleum and natural gas and bauxite in the country. State is the sole holder of country’s resources of perlite, 66% of fluorite, 28% of diatomite, 18% of bentonite and 12% of wollastonite.
Explanation:
Gujarat is the sole producer of agate, chalk, and perlite and is leading producer of fluorite (concentrate), fireclay, silica sand, lignite, laterite, petroleum and natural gas and bauxite in the country. State is the sole holder of country’s resources of perlite, 66% of fluorite, 28% of diatomite, 18% of bentonite and 12% of wollastonite.
