General Knowledge Practice Quiz 3

Q1.Which one of the following statements is NOT an argument in favour of multi-purpose river projects?

A. Multi-purpose projects bring water to those areas which suffer from water scarcity. B. Multi-purpose projects by regulating water flow helps to control floods. C. Multi-purpose projects lead to large scale displacements and loss of livelihood. D. Multi-purpose projects generate electricity for our industries and our homes.

Q2.According to the provided text, what is the implied impact of multiplying urban centres with large and dense populations and urban lifestyles on water resources?

A. They have helped in proper utilisation of water resources. B. They have no significant effect on water resource utilisation. C. They have hindered proper utilisation of water resources. D. They have led to increased water availability for all.

Q3.Ragi is particularly rich in which of the following nutrients?

A. Vitamin C and Vitamin D B. Protein and carbohydrates C. Iron, calcium, other micronutrients and roughage D. Fats and sugars

Q4.Which of the following modern inputs have contributed to the increasing production of maize?

A. Traditional farming tools and organic manure B. HYV seeds, fertilisers and irrigation C. Manual labour and crop rotation D. Rain-fed cultivation and natural pest control

Q5.What percentage of India's population derived its livelihood from agriculture, according to the provided text?

A. Less than 30 per cent B. More than 60 per cent C. Exactly 50 per cent D. Between 30 and 40 per cent

Q6.Which of the following items is NOT mentioned as being made from minerals?

A. Railway lines B. Tarmac of roads C. Implements and machinery D. Bricks and stones for houses

Q7.Miners are vulnerable to pulmonary diseases primarily due to which of the following hazards mentioned in the text?

A. Exposure to extreme temperatures B. Inhalation of dust and noxious fumes C. Lack of physical activity D. High noise levels

Q8.What are biogas plants that specifically use cattle dung known as in rural India?

A. Solar power plants B. Wind farms C. Gobar gas plants D. Hydel power plants

Q9.What popular motto related to energy conservation is quoted in the text?

A. "Energy for all, all for energy." B. "energy saved is energy produced". C. "Renewable energy, the future's key." D. "Powering progress, preserving nature."

Q10.From which raw material is paper manufactured?

A. Sugarcane B. Iron ore C. Wood D. Bauxite

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General Knowledge Practice Quiz 3