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Important Gk Question and Answer 

 1. Who among the following is the Indian Olympic Archer and Padma Shri winner?

(A) Limba Ram

(B) Balbir Singh Dosanjh

(C) Kidambi Srikanth

(D) Bajrang Punia

Answer: (A) Limba Ram

Explanation :-

Limba Ram is an Indian archer who represented India in international competitions including three Olympics. He equaled the archery world record at the Asian Archery Championships in Beijing in 1992. He was awarded the Padma Shri Award in 2012. Limba Ram was trained by the Sports Authority of India in 1987.

2. Where is Asia's largest wholesale spice market located?

(A) Ahmedabad

(B) Kolkata

(C) Delhi

(D) Bangalore

Answer: (C) Delhi

Explanation :-

Khari Baoli in Delhi is Asia's largest spice market. Considered the history of this place, this spice market started in the 17th century, which continues till now. The market is located near the Fatehpuri Mosque, which was built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Shah Jahan's wives. In this market, different producing mandis of the country like turmeric from Nizamabad, coriander from Kota, cumin from Unjha, red chilli from Guntur, cardamom from Kochi or Mangalore.

3. Which city of India is known as 'Athens of the East'?

(A) Kochi

(B) Madurai

(C) Allahabad

(D) Patna

Answer: (B) Madurai

Explanation :-

Madurai of India is known as 'Athens of the East'. The city of Madurai is located on the banks of the Vaigai River in Tamil Nadu. It is mentioned in the texts of Kautilya and Megasthenes of the 3rd century BCE. This ancient city has served as the capital of the kingdom of the Pandyas. It is situated on the banks of the Vaigai River. The city is known for its ancient temples.

4. Which Swiss coin has been minted in honor of which tennis star?

(A) Novak Djokovic

(B) Roger Federer

(C) Rafael Nadal

(D) Serena Williams

Answer: (B) Roger Federer

Explanation :-

The Swiss government has launched a 20 franc coin in honor of tennis player Roger Federer. Federer is the first surviving Swiss to have a coin issued in his honor. Federer is widely regarded as the greatest single player of this era. Federer has won 17 Grand Slam singles titles (4 Australian Open, 7 Wimbledon, 5 US Open). He has won 4 Tennis Masters Cup titles, 16 ATP Masters series, and an Olympic doubles gold medal.

5. Which planet comes between Mars and Saturn in order of planets in the solar system?

(A) Uranus 

(B) Mercury 

(C) Jupiter

(D) Venus

Answer: (C) Jupiter

Explanation :-

The planet Jupiter comes in between Mars and Saturn. It is the twin planet of the Earth. Jupiter is the fifth planet from the Sun and the largest planet in our solar system. It is primarily a gas body whose mass is equal to one thousandth of the Sun and two and a half times the total mass of the other seven planets present in the Solar System. It was associated with the mythology and religious beliefs of many cultures. Roman civilization named it after its deity Jupiter.

6. Also known as Golden City?

(A) Bundi

(B) Jaisalmer

(C) Dungarpur

(D) Jodhpur

Answer: (B) Jaisalmer

Explanation :-

Jaisalmer is called the Golden City of India. Jaisalmer is a city in the Rajasthan province of India. The state of Jaisalmer was established in the early medieval period of Indian history by Rawal-Jaisal, a descendant of Yaduvanshi Bhati, around 1178 AD. The state was spread in the south western region of the Thar Desert, located in the western part of India.

7. Around which day is the Padma Awards declared?

(A) Republic Day

(B) Hindi Day

(C) Goodwill Day

(D) Independence Day

Answer: (A) Republic Day

Explanation :-

The Padma Awards are announced annually around Republic Day. The Padma Awards are the highest civilian awards in the country. These awards are given in various fields such as arts, social service, public works, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, civil service, etc. The Padma Awards are presented in three categories - Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri.

8. Which vitamin deficiency causes anemia?

(A) B2

(B) B12

(C) B1

(D) B6

Answer: (B) B12

Explanation :-

Anemia occurs due to deficiency of vitamin B12. Anemia means lack of blood in the body. It occurs when the rate of destruction of red particles or cells in the blood of the body is higher than the rate of their formation. Anemia occurs most commonly between adolescence and menopause. The most important reason for this is the lack of proper intake of things containing iron.

9. Where is the headquarters of Indian Cricket Control Board located?

(A) Kolkata

(B) Bangalore

(C) Delhi

(D) Mumbai

Answer: (D) Mumbai

Explanation :-

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is headquartered in Mumbai. It is the national governing body for cricket in India. The Board was formed in December 1928 as a society registered under the Tamil Nadu Societies Registration Act. It is a federation of state cricket associations and the state associations elect their representatives who in turn elect BCCI officials.

10. Who among the following established the Mumbai Stock Exchange?

(A) Premchand Raichand

(B) Raichand Deepchand

(C) Vikramjit Sen

(D) Ashish Kumar Chauhan

Answer: (A) Premchand Raichand

Explanation :-

The Mumbai Stock Exchange was founded by Premchand Raichand. The Mumbai Stock Exchange was established on July 9, 1875. Thus, it became the first stock exchange in Asia. The exchange has access to 417 cities. The Mumbai Stock Exchange is one of the two major stock exchanges in the Indian stock market. It is the oldest stock exchange in India and Asia.

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