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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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Michael Schumacher, a racing driver belongs to which country?

A) USA B) Germany
C) Canada D) Australia
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Germany

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What does SPM in environment mean?

A) Suspended Pollution Mark B) Suspended Particulate Matter
C) Suspended Particle Mode D) Suspended Particle Management
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Suspended Particulate Matter

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The science fiction book 'The Extra-Terrestrial Delivery' is penned by which Indian author?

A) Sudipta Das B) Namitha Ghokhale
C) Anosh Irani D) Samit Basu
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Sudipta Das

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Which organisation has installed India’s largest floating solar photovoltaic plant in Kerala?

A) Nuclear Power Corporation of India B) Power grid Corporation of India
C) National Hydroelectric Power Corporation D) National Thermal Power Corporation
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) National Thermal Power Corporation

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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.

 

The very ___________________ of apologizing and forgiveness _________________ the importance of memory and the vitality of the community as a link between past, present and future. It ________________ the question of the responsibility ______________ the past and its injustices. Somehow for many politicians, the past is a different country for _________________ they have no responsibility.

 

the responsibility ______________ the past and its injustices.

 

A) of B) about
C) for D) to
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) for

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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

 

A fool and his money are easily parted

A) a foolish person spends money carelessly and will soon be penniless B) a miser will eventually lose all his money due to one foolish mistake
C) a foolish person will never be able to get rich D) a rich person should be smart enough to avoid people who will fool him for his wealth
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) a foolish person spends money carelessly and will soon be penniless

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Earth revolves around Sun. Who was the 1st one to present this theory?

A) Albert Einstein B) Galileo
C) Copernicus D) Newton
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Copernicus

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