General Knowledge Practice Quiz 157

Q1.What did Mahatma Gandhi recount in 1896 regarding untouchables' grievances about sanitation?

A. They demanded latrines for themselves B. They said latrines are for big people C. They wanted open defecation D. They refused to use latrines

Q2.What does the source text identify as a major role of the government regarding public facilities?

A. To ensure adequate public facilities for everyone B. To privatize all public facilities C. To provide facilities only in urban areas D. To charge high fees for public services

Q3.What is the status of progress on public facilities?

A. Far from satisfactory B. Completely satisfactory C. Excellent in rural areas D. Better than expected

Q4.Which areas are described as under-provided in terms of public facilities?

A. Towns and villages compared to metros and large cities B. Metros and large cities compared to towns and villages C. Wealthy localities compared to poorer localities D. All areas are equally provided

Q5.What does the source text suggest about handing over public facilities to private companies?

A. It may not be the answer B. It is the best solution C. It will eliminate inequalities D. It is recommended by the Constitution

Q6.Why are there very few cases of private water supply in the world?

A. Water is a public good and essential for life, making private supply less common B. Private companies find water supply unprofitable C. Governments have banned private water supply D. Water is not a scarce resource

Q7.What is the impact of the sale of water by farmers to water dealers in Chennai on local people?

A. It leads to exploitation of groundwater and affects local water availability B. It improves water supply for local people C. It reduces water prices for local people D. It has no impact on local people

Q8.Why are most private hospitals and private schools located in major cities rather than towns or rural areas?

A. Major cities have better infrastructure and higher demand for services B. Government policies restrict them to cities C. Rural areas lack land for construction D. They are not allowed in rural areas by law

Q9.What is the trend regarding private versus government educational institutions in India according to the source?

A. Private institutions are increasing while government institutions are becoming less important B. Government institutions are increasing while private ones decline C. Both are growing equally D. Private institutions are decreasing

Q10.What is the source of data on public facilities like water and electricity mentioned in the text?

A. Census B. National Sample Survey C. Economic Survey D. State government reports

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General Knowledge Practice Quiz 157