Q. Which of the following Kingdoms were associated with the life of the Buddha? 1. Avanti 2. Gandhara 3. Kosala 4. Magadha Select the correct answer using the code given below. (a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2 and 4 (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 3 and 4 Ans: (c) 3 and 4 […]
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NMDC wins ASSOCHAM Awards for Mineral Development and Employer Brand: NMDC (National Mineral Development Corporation) of India was honoured with two top honours at the ASSOCHAM Business Excellence honours 2023 in Kolkata. The company received the ‘Mineral Development Award’ and the ‘Employer Brand of the Year Award’ in recognition of its significant contributions to the
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Cricketer Ajit Agarkar appointed chairman of Senior Men’s Selection Committee: Ajit Agarkar has been named chairman of the Senior Men’s Cricket Selection Committee by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC), comprised of Sulakshana Naik, Ashok Malhotra, and Jatin Paranjape, reached the verdict. After interviewing several applicants for
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Q. The Chinese traveller Yuan Chwang (Hiuen Tsang) who visited India recorded the general conditions and culture of India at that time. In this context, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. The roads and river-routes were completely immune from robbery. 2. As regards punishment for offences, ordeals by fire, water and poison were
Q. Which of the following statements is/are applicable to Jain doctrine? 1. The surest way of annihilating Karma is to practice penance. 2. Every object, even the smallest particle has a soul. 3. Karma is the bane of the soul and must be ended. Select the correct answer using the codes given below. (a) 1
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State Bank of India celebrates 68th Bank Day: On July 1, 2023, the State Bank of India celebrated its 68th Bank Day. On July 1, 1955, an Act of Parliament established the Bank. The day was observed around the country by holding various programmes at various locations. At Chandigarh, the Bank Day was celebrated by
Q. Which of the following characterizes/ characterize the people of Indus Civilization? 1. They possessed great palaces and temples. 2. They worshipped both male and female deities. 3. They employed horse-drawn chariots in warfare. Select the correct statement/ statements using the codes given below. (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 only (c) 1, 2
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Scientists embark on expedition onboard India’s research vessel Sagar Nidhi: Scientists from Bangladesh and Mauritius recently embarked onboard India’s research vessel Sagar Nidhi to participate in a joint ocean expedition. The event took place under the framework of Colombo Security Concave (CSC) between the nations of the Indian Ocean Region. The first CSCO Oceanographers and
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Q. Which one of the following describes best the concept of Nirvana in Buddhism? (a) The extinction of the flame of desire (b) The complete annihilation of self (c) A state of bliss and rest (d) A mental stage beyond all comprehension Ans: (a) The extinction of the flame of desire Explanation: The concept of
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NSAP – Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme: In an effort to uplift the lives of people living below the poverty line who face significant challenges due to disabilities, Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme provides social benefits to eligible individuals. The scheme is aimed at people with disabilities (PWDs) aged 18 to 79 who
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