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The outer most layer of Sun is known as___________

A) Chromosphere B) Photosphere
C) Radioactive zone D) Corona
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Corona

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Which one of the following is not an exclusive right of the concerned coastal nations over Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)?

A) Survey and exploitation of mineral resources of ocean deposits B) Exploitation of marine water energy and marine organisms including fishing
C) Conservation and management of marine resources D) Navigation of ships and laying down submarine cables
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Navigation of ships and laying down submarine cables

Explanation:

In the exclusive economic zone, the coastal nation has sovereign rights for the purpose of exploring and exploiting, conserving and managing the natural resources, whether living or non-living, including production of energy from the water, currents and winds. However, In the exclusive economic zone, all nations, whether coastal or land-locked shall enjoy the freedom of navigation and overflight and of the laying of submarine cables and pipelines, and other internationally lawful uses of the sea. That means fourth right is not exclusive only for the coastal nations.

 

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The Articles of confederation represented the Americans' distrust of

A) a strong central government. B) any governing authority.
C) states rights. D) the British.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) a strong central government.

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Which one of the following institutions is also called "World Bank" ?

A) International Bank of Reconstruction and Development B) International Monetary Fund
C) UNICEF D) IFC
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) International Bank of Reconstruction and Development

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Kishori amonkar died recently. He was associated with which of the following fields?

A) Classical Vocalist B) Classical Dancer
C) Sports D) Politician
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Classical Vocalist

Explanation:

Kishori amonkar died recently. He was associated with Classical Vocalist.

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Isolines joining places of equal rainfall are called ___________

A) isohyets B) isotherms
C) isobars D) contours
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) isohyets

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Which of the following institutions was not founded by Mahatama Gandhi?

A) Sabarmati Ashram B) Sevagram Ashram
C) Vishwa Bharti D) Phoenix Ashram
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Vishwa Bharti

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Who among the following has been elected as President of Indian Olympic Association for four year term?

A) Narendra Rao B) Nikhil Bhandari
C) Naresh Singh D) Narinder Batra
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Nikhil Bhandari

Explanation:

International Hockey Federation chief Narinder Batra has been elected as President of Indian Olympic Association for four year term at its annual general meeting.

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