ABCE -Companion

প্রাইমারি ইন্টারভিউ প্রিপারেশন
,* RTE ACT 2009*
-ভারতের সংসদ কতৃক ২০০৯ সালে ৪ ঠা আগস্ট প্রনিত হয়
- ৬-১৪ বছর বয়সী সকল শিশু কে বিনামূল্যে এবং বাধ্যতা মূলক শিক্ষার অধিকার নিশ্চিত করে
-২১a অনুচ্ছেদ অনুসারে
- কার্যকরী তারিখ ১ লা এপ্রিল ২০১০
- বেসরকারি বিদ্যালয়ে কোটা অন্তত ২৫% আসন বিনা বেতনে ভর্তি করতে হবে
- ছাত্র ও শিক্ষক অনুপাত প্রাথমিক স্তরে ৩০:১ এবং উচ্চ প্রাথমিক স্তরে ৩৫:১ অনুপাতে থাকতে হবে
RTE এর পূর্ণরূপ হলো - Right to Education

constitution and
1.What is the minimum age for a candidate to be elected as President of India?
[A] 20 years
[B] 25 years
[C] 30 years
[D] 35 years

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Correct Answer: D [35 years]
Notes:
Minimum age for a candidate to be elected as President of India- 35 years
Minimum age for a candidate to be elected as Vice President of India- 35 years
Minimum age for a candidate to be elected as MLA- 25 years
Minimum age for a candidate to be elected as member of Lok Sabha-25 years
Minimum age for a candidate to be elected as member of Rajya Sabha-30 years
Minimum age for a candidate to be elected as MLC- 30 years
2.Who can dismiss the Governor from office?
[A] State Legislative Assembly
[B] Parliament
[C] President
[D] Council of ministers

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Correct Answer: C [President]
Notes:
Although the governor holds office for a term of five years from the date on which he enters upon his Office, yet this term is subject to pleasure of president. The “doctrine of pleasure” has always been used to drop governors any time and thus, Governors have no security of tenure. Further, a governor can resign from the office by addressing resignation to President
3.Which among the following amendment acts is also called as a Mini constitution?
[A] 52nd Amendment Act 1985
[B] 42nd Amendment Act 1976
[C] 1st Amendment Act 1951
[D] 44thnd Amendment Act 1978

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Correct Answer: B [42nd Amendment Act 1976]
Notes:
The 42nd Amendment of Indian Constitution is most comprehensive amendment to the Constitution and carried out major changes. It is also known as “mini constitution”
4.In which year Andhra Pradesh was created?
[A] 1950
[B] 1952
[C] 1956
[D] 1960

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Correct Answer: C [1956]
Notes:
The congress in its Jaipur session appointed a three member committee also popularly known as JVP committee after the name of its leaders – Jawaharlal Nehru,Vallabh Bhai Patel and Pattabhai Sitaramaya.The committee rejected language as the bass of reorganization of states.. Potti Sreeramulu, one of the activists demanding the formation of a Telugu-majority state, died on 16 December 1952 after undertaking a fast-unto-death. This resulted in the creation of the first state on linguistic basis for Telugu speaking people called Andhra State on October 1, 1953. It was later reorganized as Andhra Pradesh in 1956.
5.Which Constitutional Amendment gave Right to Education to children in India?
[A] 86th
[B] 90th
[C] 91st
[D] 97th

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Correct Answer: A [86th]
Notes:
Constitution (86th) Amendment Act, 2002 made elementary education a fundamental right in India. It added new article Article 21-A which declared that State shall provide free and compulsory education to all children of the age of six to fourteen years in such manner as the State may determine. It also changed the subject matter of Article 45 in DPSP which now read – State shall endeavour to provide early childhood care and education for all children until they complete the age of six years.. It also added a new fundamental duty under Article 51-A which reads – It shall be the duty of every citizen of India who is a parent or guardian to provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the age of six and fourteen years.
6.Which act gave recognition to the ‘portfolio system’ introduced by Lord Canning in 1859?
[A] Indian Councils Act, 1861
[B] Indian Councils Act, 1892
[C] Government of India Act, 1858
[D] None of the Above

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Correct Answer: A [ Indian Councils Act, 1861 ]
Notes:
The Indian Councils Act, 1861 recognized the portfolio system introduced by Lord Canning. Under this system, a member of the Viceroy’s council was made in-charge of one or more departments of the government and was authorized to issue final orders on behalf of the council on matters of this department.
7.Which of the following was made a Union Territory by 14th Constitutional Amendment Act?
[A] Sikkim
[B] Puducherry
[C] Goa
[D] Chandigarh

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Correct Answer: B [ Puducherry ]
Notes:
The territory of Puducherry consists four establishments of the Portuguese- Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam. Puducherry was made a Union Territory by the 14th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1962.
8.The Prime Minister Of India does not act as the chairman of which of the following?
[A] NITI Ayog
[B] National Water Resources Council
[C] Inter-State Council
[D] National Green Tribunal

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Correct Answer: D [National Green Tribunal]
Notes:
The Prime Minister does not act as the chairman of NGT. He acts as the chairman of the following bodies: NITI Ayog, National Integration Council, Inter-State Council, National Water Resources Council and some other bodies.
9.Which amendment act of Parliament increased the strength of Lok Sabha from 525 to 545?
[A] 35th
[B] 42nd
[C] 31st
[D] 45th

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Correct Answer: C [31st]
Notes:
The strength of Lok Sabha was increased from 525 to 545 by the 31st Constitutional Amendment Act of 1973. The number of members to represent the states was increased from 500 to 525 and number of members to represent the UTs was decreased from 25 to 20.
10.What is the maximum age until a judge of High Court can hold office?
[A] 60
[B] 62
[C] 65
[D] 70

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Correct Answer: B [62]
Notes:
A judge of High Court holds office until he attains the age of 62 years. Any questions regarding the age of a judge of High Court is to be decided by the president of India after consultation with the chief justice of India and the decision of the president is final.

Modern Indian History
1.Father of renaissance of Western India was__?
[A] B.M. Malabari
[B] M.G. Ranade
[C] R. G. Bhandarkar
[D] K.T. Telang

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Correct Answer: B [ M.G. Ranade ]
Notes:
Justice Mahadev Govind Ranade (1842-1901) was a distinguished Indian scholar, social reformer and author, sometimes called a Father of renaissance of Western India. He was one of the founding members of the Indian National Congress . He established the “Widow Marriage Association” in 1861 to encourage and popularize it Ranade founded the Poona Sarvajanik Sabha in 1870, to represent the Government, the aspiration of the people. Known to be the mentor and political guru of famous freedom fighters Gopal Krishna Gokhale, and Bal Gangadhar Tilak. He was against caste system, untouchability and was a strong supporter of widow-remarriage
2.At which of the following places was the first ever European township constructed in India?
[A] Kochi
[B] Chinsurah
[C] Surat
[D] Chennai

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Correct Answer: A [Kochi]
Notes:
Fort Kochi in Ernakulam district of Kerala is the first European township in India. It is a water-bound region toward the south-west of the mainland Kochi.
3.Who among the following started Ganapati Festival in 1893 and thereby gave it national character?
[A] Ganesh Damodar Savarkar
[B] Nana Patil
[C] Lokmanya Tilak
[D] Vinoba Bhave

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Correct Answer: C [Lokmanya Tilak]
Notes:
Bal Gangadhar Tilak started Ganapati festival in 1893. By doing so, he transformed the traditional Ganapati festival of Maharashtra into a National festival.
4.Who is known as Father of Indian Unrest ?
[A] Dadabhai Nauroji
[B] G. K. Gokhale
[C] Mahatma Gandhi
[D] Bal Gangadhar Tilak

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Correct Answer: D [Bal Gangadhar Tilak]
Notes:
Bal Gangadhar Tilak joined congress in 1890. Valentine Chirol called him “Father of Indian Unrest”, who first of all demanded complete “Swarajya”.
5.Who were the first to start a joint stock company to trade with India?
[A] Portuguese
[B] Dutch
[C] French
[D] Danish

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Correct Answer: B [Dutch ]
Notes:
To maximize profits, the Dutch East India Company established the world’s first stock market in Amsterdam on March 20, 1602, in which investors could speculate on commodity futures and buy stock in the trading company. It was the Dutch East India Company to start a joint stock company to trade with India
6.Under which act , the title of Governor General of India was substituted for that of Governor General of Bengal ?
[A] Act of 1786
[B] Charter Act 1813
[C] Charter Act 1833
[D] Charter Act 1853

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Correct Answer: C [Charter Act 1833]
Notes:
The Charter Act of 1833 is also known as Saint Helena Act 1833. As per the act, the Governor-General of Bengal became the Governor-General of India. Lord William Bentinck was the first Governor-General of India.
7.Under which among the following acts, Civil Services started in India?
[A] Charter Act 1813
[B] Charter Act 1833
[C] Charter Act 1853
[D] Charter Act 1793

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Correct Answer: B [Charter Act 1833]
Notes:
The civil services were started in under the Charter Act of 1833. In 1853, the civil services became an open competition however the exams were conducted in London only. The 1st exams were held in 1855 under the board of control’s supervision.
8.Satya Shodhak Samaj” was founded by whom among the following ?
[A] Raja Rammohan Roy
[B] Sant Tukaram
[C] Mahatma Jyotiba Phule
[D] None of them

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Correct Answer: C [Mahatma Jyotiba Phule]
Notes:
Satyashodhak Samaj was founded by Jyotirao Govindrao Phule in Pune, Maharashtra, on 24 September 1873. It was a social reform society. It mainly focused on empowering the underprivileged groups, women, Shudras, and Dalits. Savitribai (Wife of Jyotirao) was the head of women’s section of the organization.
9.Who was the founder of Chola dynasty?
[A] Vikramachola
[B] Vijayalaya
[C] Rajaraja
[D] Rajendra I

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Correct Answer: B [Vijayalaya]
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The founder of Chola dynasty was Vijayalaya who conquered the kingdom of Tanjore in 850 AD.
10.Who of the following viceroys is known as the Father of Local Self Government?
[A] Lord Ripon
[B] Lord Lytton
[C] Lord Elgin
[D] Lord Lawrence

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Correct Answer: A [Lord Ripon]
Notes:
Local Self Government implies a Government that is constructed with freely elected local bodies below the level of the state. Lord Rippon is called the father of the Local Self Government. He was the first to introduce this in the year 1882

GK
1.When is the Army Day celebrated across India, every year?
[A] January 13
[B] January 14
[C] January 15
[D] January 16

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Correct Answer: C [January 15]
Notes:
Army Day is celebrated every year on January 15, across the country to honour the contributions made by the soldiers to the country. The 72nd Army day was recently observed on January 15, 2020.
On January 15, 1949, General KM Carriappa became the first Commander-in-Chief of Indian Army after Independence. This day is being commemorated every year as Army Day. The Indian Army holds Army Parade every year in the Parade ground, New Delhi. Captain Tania Shergill becomes the first female to lead an all-men contingent at the Army Day Parade.
2.What is the theme of the National Voters’ Day celebrated across the country?
[A] Electoral Literacy for Stronger Democracy
[B] Voting Rights For All
[C] Ethical Voting
[D] Sab Se Pehle Voting

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Correct Answer: A [Electoral Literacy for Stronger Democracy]
Notes:
National Voters’ Day is being celebrated across the country on January 25. It was first celebrated on January 25, 2011, to commemorate the foundation day of the Election Commission of India (ECI). Which was established on the same day in 1950.
The National Voters’ day of this year marks the tenth year of celebration and the 70th year of functioning of the Election Commission of India. The theme for the National Voters’ Day, 2020 is ‘Electoral Literacy for Stronger Democracy’. Indian President Ram Nath Kovind will be the Chief Guest of the celebration organised at New Delhi, by the ECI.
3.What is the theme of International Women’s Day (8 March) 2020?
[A] Think equal, build smart, innovate for change
[B] I am Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights
[C] Time is Now: Rural and urban activists transforming women’s lives
[D] Role of Women in addressing climate change

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Correct Answer: B [I am Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights]
Notes:
International Women’s Day is observed annually across the world on March 8. This year, the theme of the Women’s day is ‘I am Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights’.
The theme is on the lines with UN Women’s new multi-generational campaign, ‘Generation Equality’. It marks the 25th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, which was adopted at the Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing. The campaign theme of the day is ‘Each For Equal’.
4.What is the theme of the Earth Day 2020, which is also the 50th anniversary of the day?
[A] Golden Earth
[B] Earth Day @ 50
[C] Climate Action
[D] Our Earth; Our Life

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Correct Answer: C [Climate Action]
Notes:
Every year, April 22 has been celebrated as the Earth Day. The United Nations designates the day as World Mother Earth Day.
This year, April 22 is the 50th anniversary of the World Earth Day. The theme of this year’s observance is ‘Climate Action’. It has been celebrated from the year 1970, when about 20 million Americans participated in a historic environmental protest. This year, several artists participate in the protest under the name .
5.‘World Tuna Day’ is observed on May 3, 2020. Tuna belongs to which species?
[A] Bird
[B] Fish
[C] Insect
[D] Reptile

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Correct Answer: B [Fish]
Notes:
‘World Tuna Day’ is observed on May 3, 2020 across the world. Tune belongs to the species of fish, which is rich in Omega-3. As the fish contains high nutritional values including minerals, proteins and vitamin B12, it is threatened by an overwhelming demand.
In December 2016, the United Nations General Assembly voted to officially observe the World Tuna Day on May 3, 2020. This supports the efforts towards attaining SDG 14, to conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources from the SDG.
6.What is the theme of the International Nurses Day 2020?
[A] Nursing the World to Health
[B] Honour the Nurses
[C] Nurses are Warriors
[D] Nursing the Globe

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Correct Answer: A [Nursing the World to Health]
Notes:
Every year the International Nurses Day is celebrated on May 12. It is celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale. 2020 also marks the 200th birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale. World Health Organization (WHO) has declared 2020 as the ‘Year of the Nurse and the Midwife’.
This year, the theme of the International Nurses Day is “Nursing the World to Health”. As per the WHO, Nurses account for more than half of health workers and still 5.9 million more nurses are needed across the world.
7.When is the “International Asteroid Day” celebrated across the world?
[A] June 30
[B] July 1
[C] July 2
[D] July 3

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Correct Answer: A [June 30]
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The International Asteroid Day is celebrated on June 30, every year across the world, to raise public awareness about the asteroid impact hazard.
The United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution declaring 30 June as International Asteroid Day. The day also marks the anniversary of the impact of Tunguska explosion caused by an asteroid, on Siberia and Russian Federation in 1908.
8.When is National Broadcasting Day celebrated in India?
[A] July 23
[B] July 24
[C] July 25
[D] July 26

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Correct Answer: A [July 23]
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National Broadcasting Day is celebrated in India on July 23 every year. On the same day in the year 1927, the first ever radio broadcast in the country was carried out from the Bombay Station.
The first broadcast was done by a private organisation called the Indian Broadcasting Company. At present, Prasar Bharati is the National public service broadcasting agency. It comprises of Doordarshan Television Network and All India Radio.
9.When is ‘Aaykar Diwas (Income Tax Day)’ celebrated in India?
[A] July 23
[B] July 24
[C] July 25
[D] July 26

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Correct Answer: B [July 24]
Notes:
Aaykar Diwas or Income Tax Day is celebrated on July 24 by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) and all field offices.
On the same day in the year 1860, Income tax was originally introduced in India by Sir James Wilson, to compensate for the losses incurred during the first war of independence. This is the 160th anniversary of Income Tax Day.
10.The birth anniversary of which Indian personality has been celebrated as ‘World Students’ Day’?
[A] RadhaKrishnan
[B] A P J Abdul Kalam
[C] Homi J Bhabha
[D] Vikram Sarabhai

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Correct Answer: B [A P J Abdul Kalam]
Notes:
The birth anniversary of 11th President of India Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, October 15 has been recognised by the United Nations to be celebrated as World Students’ Day.
Recently, the country remembered the Missile Man of India on his fifth death anniversary, on July 27. While addressing students at Indian Institute of Management Shillong, the former President died of cardiac arrest.
11.When is ‘Global Tiger Day’ celebrated across the world every year?
[A] July 27
[B] July 29
[C] July 31
[D] August 1

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Correct Answer: B [July 29]
Notes:
During the Saint Petersburg declaration on tiger conservation that was signed by Tiger range countries in 2010, it was decided to celebrate 29th July as Global Tiger Day across the world.
The countries had pledged to double the tiger population by the year 2022. Global Tiger Day aims to create awareness on tiger conservation. Union Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar has released the All India Tiger Estimation Report-2018 and said that India has nearly 70 per cent of the global tiger population.