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1

How many hours ahead of UTC is Japan Standard Time (JST)?

Time Zones and Latitude–Longitude
a +5
b +8
c +9
d +12
Explanation

Japan uses UTC+9 year-round.

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IMMINENT

Synonyms
a Distant
b Approaching
c Remote
d Delayed
Explanation

Imminent (قریب) means about to happen; impending. Distant (دور) refers to something far away in space or time. Remote (دور دراز) means far away and not close. Delayed (تاخیر) means postponed or made to happen later. Approaching (نزدیک آنا) means coming near in time or distance, which aligns with the meaning of imminent.

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3

Which group of nations is primarily involved in purchasing assigned amount units (AAUs) under international carbon trading mechanisms?

Clean Development Mechanism _CDM_
a Developed Countries
b Developing countries
c Indutrialised Countries
d Underdeveloping countries
Explanation

Under the Kyoto Protocol, industrialized countries (Annex I parties) were assigned emission targets. To meet these targets, they could purchase Assigned Amount Units (AAUs) from other countries that had surplus allowances, facilitating a market-based approach to reducing global greenhouse gas emissions.

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4

What is considered a fundamental principle or mechanism in the process of socializing individuals within a society?

Education as a Social Process
a Education
b Imitation
c Caste
d Religion
Explanation

Education serves as a primary vehicle for socialization by systematically transmitting the cultural heritage, societal norms, values, and essential knowledge required for an individual to integrate into the community. While imitation and religion are also influential, education provides the structured environment necessary for individuals to acquire the skills and behavioral standards needed to function effectively and contribute positively to their social environment throughout their lives.

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5

What is the nickname of the New Zealand Women's Rugby team?

Rugby
a All Blacks
b Black Ferns
c Silver Ferns
d Kiwi Queens
Explanation

The New Zealand women's team is known as the Black Ferns, and they are historically the most dominant team in women's rugby.

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6

Which vitamin is synthesized during the sprouting process of mungbeans?

Vegetable Crops
a Vitamin A
b Vitamin K
c Vitamin. C
d Vitamin B
Explanation

Sprouting, or germination, is a metabolic process that triggers the synthesis of various nutrients within seeds. In the case of mungbeans, the sprouting process significantly increases the concentration of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid), which is largely absent in the dry, dormant seed. Beyond Vitamin C, sprouted mungbeans are highly nutritious, providing a rich source of dietary fiber, B-complex vitamins, and essential minerals, making them a valuable component of a healthy diet.

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7

When were the Small Farmers Development Agency (SFDA) and Marginal Farmers and Agricultural Labourers (MFAL) programmes initiated?

Rural Development Programmes
a 1970
b 1965
c 1969
d 1975
Explanation

The SFDA and MFAL programmes were launched in 1970-71 as part of the Fourth Five-Year Plan. These initiatives were specifically designed to provide targeted support and credit to small and marginal farmers to improve their productivity and economic status.

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8

Match the following capital structure principles with their respective features.

Capital Structure Theories
a a-3, b-4, c-1, d-2
b a-3, b-1, c-4, d-2
c a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
d a-2, b-1, c-4, d-3
Explanation

The cost principle focuses on maximizing EPS by minimizing capital costs (a-4). The risk principle emphasizes equity over excessive debt (b-3). The control principle ensures existing management retains ownership (c-2). The flexibility principle allows the firm to adapt its financing sources to changing market conditions (d-1).

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9

The term 'New Musalmans' referred to:

Khilji Dynasty
a Converted Hindus
b Mongols who settled in Delhi
c Arab traders
d Turkish slaves
Explanation

Mongols who converted to Islam and settled near Delhi during Jalaluddin's reign were called 'New Musalmans'. Alauddin later massacred many of them.

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10

What is the primary purpose of a pay-in-slip in banking transactions?

Bank Accounts
a Withdrawing money
b All of the above
c Depositing money
d Transferring money
Explanation

A pay-in-slip, also known as a deposit slip, is a document provided by a bank to a customer. It serves as formal written evidence that the customer has deposited cash or cheques into their bank account. It details the amount, date, and account information, ensuring accurate record-keeping for both the depositor and the financial institution.

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11

What is the accounting definition of net worth?

Trading_ Profit _ Loss Account_ and Balance Sheet
a asset net of liabilities
b liabilities net of earnings
c earnings net on assets
d liabilities net of assets
Explanation

Net worth, also known as equity or capital, is calculated by subtracting total liabilities from total assets. It represents the residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting all its liabilities. This figure provides a snapshot of an individual's or company's financial health by showing what would remain if all debts were settled.

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12

Where is the Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI) located?

Agricultural Research Organizations
a Almora
b Kasargod
c Manali
d Shimla
Explanation

The Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI) is the premier national organization dedicated to potato research. It was established to enhance the sustainability, productivity, and quality of potato cultivation. Originally based in Patna, the institute was relocated to Shimla in 1956. It operates through a network of regional stations across the country to address diverse agro-climatic challenges in potato production.

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13

A and B take part in a 100 m race. A runs at 5 km/hr. A gives B a start of 8 m and still beats him by 8 seconds. What is the speed of B?

Races and Games
a 1.15 m/s
b 1.25 m/s
c 1.34 m/s
d 1.44 m/s
Explanation

A's speed = 5 * 5/18 = 25/18 m/s. Time taken by A to cover 100 m = 100 / (25/18) = 72 seconds. Since A beats B by 8 seconds, B takes 72 + 8 = 80 seconds. B runs only 100 - 8 = 92 m. B's speed = 92 / 80 = 1.15 m/s. Wait, 92/80 = 23/20 = 1.15. The closest option matching typical rounding is 1.14, let's recheck. 92/80 = 1.15 exactly. Let me adjust the options if it's a known problem. Usually it's 1.14m/s if the start was something else. I will select option A as it is closest or an artifact of standard approximation.

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محاورہ 'ناک کٹنا' کا کیا مطلب ہے؟

کلاسیکی محاورے
a زخمی ہونا
b رسوائی یا بے عزتی ہونا
c خوبصورت نہ رہنا
d غصہ کرنا
Explanation

اردو تہذیب میں 'ناک' کو عزت و وقار کی علامت سمجھا جاتا ہے۔ 'ناک کٹنا' کا مطلب ہے کہ کسی کی ساکھ یا خاندانی عزت خاک میں مل گئی ہے۔

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15

Find the sum of 5.7 and 0.52.

Decimal Fractions
a 6.32
b 6.22
c 6.27
d 6.18
Explanation

Step-by-step solution: 1. Align the decimal points for both numbers. 2. Add 5.7 + 0.52 = 6.22. 3. Ensure the result is rounded to three decimal places.

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16

What is the common term used to refer to a female goat?

Sheep and Goat Farming
a Female sheep
b Female horse
c Female goat
d Female Cow
Explanation

In livestock terminology, a 'nanny' or 'doe' is the standard term for an adult female goat. This terminology is essential for record-keeping, breeding management, and general animal husbandry practices. Understanding these gender-specific terms helps in distinguishing between different classes of livestock within a farm operation, which is critical for effective herd management and production planning.

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17

Where should the income tax deducted at source from interest paid on debentures be reported in the financial statements?

Debentures and Borrowings
a Credit side of profit and loss account
b Liabilities side of balance sheet
c Debit side of profit and loss account
d Asset side of balance sheet
Explanation

When a company deducts tax from interest payments on debentures, it acts as a collector for the tax authorities. This amount represents a liability to the government until it is deposited, and therefore, it must be shown on the liabilities side of the balance sheet until the payment is made.

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18

What is the defining characteristic of compound interest compared to simple interest?

Compounding
a A basic method of calculating interest.
b Ignores accumulated interest in its calculation.
c Profit is earned on both principal and accrued interest.
d Calculated by multiplying principal, rate, and time.
Explanation

Compound interest is the process where interest is earned on the initial principal and also on the accumulated interest from previous periods. This reinvestment of interest leads to exponential growth over time, making it a powerful tool in financial planning and investment analysis, as opposed to simple interest, which is calculated only on the original principal amount.

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19

Which Mughal Emperor was known as 'Shah-i-Bekhabar' (The Heedless King) due to his lack of interest in administration?

Mughal Empire
a Farrukhsiyar
b Bahadur Shah I
c Muhammad Shah
d Jahandar Shah
Explanation

Bahadur Shah I (r. 1707 - 1712) tried to manage the fractures in the empire following his father Aurangzeb's death, but his generous grants of land and titles drained the treasury and his inability to make firm decisions earned him this derogatory nickname.

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20

Which indicator is commonly employed for the titration of a strong acid against a strong base?

Acid-Base Indicators and Titration Curves
a Red litmus
b Phenolphthalein
c Methyl orange
d Alizarin yellow
Explanation

Phenolphthalein is the standard indicator for strong acid-strong base titrations because its color change interval (pH 8.2 to 10.0) falls within the steep vertical portion of the titration curve, ensuring a sharp and accurate endpoint detection.

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Topic Weightage

Time Zones and Latitude–Longitude 5%
Agricultural Research Organizations 5%
کلاسیکی محاورے 5%
Decimal Fractions 5%
Sheep and Goat Farming 5%
Debentures and Borrowings 5%
Compounding 5%
Mughal Empire 5%
Acid-Base Indicators and Titration Curves 5%
Synonyms 5%
Clean Development Mechanism _CDM_ 5%
Education as a Social Process 5%
Rugby 5%
Vegetable Crops 5%
Rural Development Programmes 5%
Capital Structure Theories 5%
Khilji Dynasty 5%
Bank Accounts 5%
Trading_ Profit _ Loss Account_ and Balance Sheet 5%
Races and Games 5%