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Which one of the following statements about the Elephanta Island is correct?

A) It was given its name by the British after a large elephant structure located there. B) It contains one large cave.
C) It is well-known for a spectacular carving of Vishnu described in the Vishnudharmottara Purana. D) It is associated with the Pashupata sect.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) It contains one large cave.

Explanation:

The Elephanta Caves are located in Western India on Elephanta Island (otherwise known as the Island of Gharapuri), which features two hillocks separated by a narrow valley. The name Ardhanarishvara (famous statue of Elephanta) means the Lord Who is half woman, Ardhanarishvara is also known by other names. The Gupta-era writer Pushpadanta in his Mahimnastava refers to form as dehardhaghatana. Utpala, commenting on the Brihat Samhita, calls this form Ardha-gaurishvara, the Vishnudharmottara Purana simply calls this form Gaurishvara.Buddhist caves in Elephants and the caves built by the followers of Pashupata cult (a Shaivite Hinduschool).The island and its resident caves received the name 'Elephanta' from Portuguese invaders after the discovery of a black stone sculpture of an elephant on the island.

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The Longest Driverless Metro in the world is________

Answer

The Dhubai Metro(UAE) consists of two driverless lines(Red and Green) that totalled 74.694 km (46.41 miles) when the Greenline was officially opened on 9 September 2011.

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The National Flag Code of India has taken effect from

A) 26th January 2002 B) 15th August 2000
C) 26th Jan 2001 D) 15th August 2001
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) 26th January 2002

Explanation:

There is universal affection and respect for and loyalty to the Indian National Flag. As it is the symbol of our national pride it represents the hopes and aspiration of the people.


The Flag Code of India 2002 permits unrestricted display of the tricolour, consistent with the honour and dignity of the flag.

 

The Flag Code of India has been divided into three parts:-

1. General Description of the National Flag.

2. Display of the National Flag by members of public, private Organizations & educational institutions etc.

3. Display of National Flag by Central or State Governments and their organizations and agencies.

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Q:

Increasing the Alveolar ventilation rate will

A) Increase the rate of carbon dioxide diffusion from the blood to the alveoli B) Decrease the partial pressure of oxygen in the alveoli
C) Increase the partial pressure of carbon dioxide in the alveoli D) Have no effect on either partial pressure or diffusion rate of gases
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Increase the rate of carbon dioxide diffusion from the blood to the alveoli

Explanation:

Increasing the Alveolar ventilation rate will increase the rate of carbon dioxide diffusion from the blood to the alveoli.

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Planning Process Group

What are the Project Management Processes included in the Planning Process Group?

Answer



      • Develop Project Management Plan

      • Scope Planning

      • Scope Definition

      • Create WBS

      • Activity Definition

      • Activity Sequencing

      • Activity Resource Estimating

      • Activity Duration Estimating

      • Schedule Development

      • Cost Estimating

      • Cost Budgeting

      • Quality Planning

      • Human Resource Planning

      • Communications Planning

      • Risk Management Planning

      • Risk Identification

      • Qualitative Risk Analysis

      • Quantitative Risk Analysis

      • Risk Response Planning

      • Plan purchases and Acquisitions

      • Plan Contracting



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Regarding the Magna Carta, which statement is false?

A) The document assured all English citizens freedom of speech. B) The document required trial by a jury of one's peers.
C) The meeting of the English Barons and King John occurred at Runnymede. D) King John was forced to sign the document.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) The document required trial by a jury of one's peers.

Explanation:
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Q:

How long have i been alive?

Answer

This is a different way of asking your age. It can be how long you have been living in days weeks months and years since your birth date.

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Q:

Which aricle of the UN charterr established the International Trusteeship system

A) 78 B) 79
C) 75 D) 74
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) 75

Explanation:
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