Day 24: Mixed Topic Daily Revisions + 40 MCQs
Continue your revision by going over a wide range of topics from the past 23 days. Focus on recalling key information from:
- International Organizations (World Bank, IMF, WTO)
- National Organizations (NHRC, Election Commission, CPCB, AIIMS)
- Static GK (Books & Authors – Indian, Science – Light Bulb, Printing Press, Countries & Capitals – Asia)
- National Current Affairs (Earlier events from the past year)
- Himachal Pradesh Geography (Districts)
- HP Govt. Schemes (HIMCARE, Mukhya Mantri Shahri Ajeevika Guarantee Yojna)
Below is a set of 40 MCQs covering these diverse topics.
Instructions: Choose the correct answer for each question. The answers are provided at the end of the quiz.
Mixed Topic MCQ Quiz (Day 24)
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is primarily known for providing:
a) Long-term development loans
b) Financial assistance for balance of payments issues
c) Aid for disaster relief
d) Support for educational programs
Answer: b - The Election Commission of India was established in:
a) 1947
b) 1950
c) 1952
d) 1955
Answer: b - Who authored the book “The Discovery of India”?
a) Mahatma Gandhi
b) Jawaharlal Nehru
c) Rabindranath Tagore
d) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer: b - The incandescent light bulb was invented by:
a) Nikola Tesla
b) Thomas Edison
c) Alexander Graham Bell
d) Michael Faraday
Answer: b - What is the capital of Bhutan?
a) Kathmandu
b) Dhaka
c) Thimphu
d) Colombo
Answer: c - World Food Day is observed on:
a) April 7
b) June 5
c) October 16
d) December 1
Answer: c - The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in India investigates violations of:
a) Consumer rights
b) Women’s rights
c) Human rights
d) Child rights
Answer: c - The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) functions under which Union Ministry?
a) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
b) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
c) Ministry of Earth Sciences
d) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Answer: b - How many districts are there in Himachal Pradesh?
a) 10
b) 11
c) 12
d) 13
Answer: c - HIMCARE scheme is a health insurance scheme by the government of:
a) Uttarakhand
b) Punjab
c) Himachal Pradesh
d) Haryana
Answer: c - The World Bank’s headquarters is located in:
a) Geneva
b) New York
c) Washington D.C.
d) Paris
Answer: c - The printing press was invented by:
a) Leonardo da Vinci
b) Johannes Gutenberg
c) Thomas Edison
d) Benjamin Franklin
Answer: b - Who wrote the book “Train to Pakistan”?
a) R.K. Narayan
b) Khushwant Singh
c) Mulk Raj Anand
d) Vikram Seth
Answer: b - AIIMS is a premier institute in the field of:
a) Engineering
b) Management
c) Medical sciences
d) Space research
Answer: c - What is the capital of Indonesia?
a) Manila
b) Bangkok
c) Jakarta
d) Kuala Lumpur
Answer: c - International Women’s Day is celebrated on:
a) February 28
b) March 8
c) April 8
d) May 8
Answer: b - The WTO has its headquarters in:
a) New York
b) Geneva
c) Paris
d) London
Answer: b - The Election Commission of India is an autonomous body established by the:
a) Executive order
b) Act of Parliament
c) Constitution of India
d) Resolution of the Cabinet
Answer: c - Which district of Himachal Pradesh is known as the “Apple Bowl” of India?
a) Kullu
b) Shimla
c) Kinnaur
d) Sirmaur
Answer: b - The Mukhya Mantri Shahri Ajeevika Guarantee Yojna provides how many days of guaranteed employment?
a) 100 days
b) 120 days
c) 150 days
d) 180 days
Answer: b - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) aims to ensure:
a) Global peace and security
b) Stability of the international financial system
c) Universal access to healthcare
d) Promotion of free trade
Answer: b - The chairperson of the NHRC is usually a former:
a) Prime Minister of India
b) Chief Justice of India
c) President of India
d) Attorney General of India
Answer: b - Who authored the book “Gitanjali”?
a) Vikram Seth
b) Arundhati Roy
c) Rabindranath Tagore
d) Salman Rushdie
Answer: c - The invention of the printing press revolutionized:
a) Transportation
b) Communication and spread of knowledge
c) Agriculture
d) Warfare
Answer: b - What is the capital of Afghanistan?
a) Islamabad
b) Kabul
c) Tehran
d) Tashkent
Answer: b - World Literacy Day is observed on:
a) July 11
b) August 15
c) September 8
d) October 2
Answer: c - The World Bank Group has how many member institutions?
a) Two
b) Three
c) Five
d) Seven
Answer: c - The Election Commission of India has the power to supervise elections to the:
a) Lok Sabha
b) Rajya Sabha
c) State Legislative Assemblies
d) All of the above
Answer: d - The river Sutlej originates from:
a) Gangotri Glacier
b) Yamunotri Glacier
c) Mansarovar Lake
d) Chemayungdung Glacier
Answer: c - HIMCARE provides cashless treatment coverage up to:
a) ₹2 lakhs
b) ₹3 lakhs
c) ₹5 lakhs
d) ₹7 lakhs
Answer: c - The primary function of the WTO is to:
a) Provide financial aid
b) Regulate international trade
c) Promote global health
d) Support human rights
Answer: b - The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) is headed by a:
a) Secretary
b) Chairperson
c) Director General
d) Governor
Answer: b - Who authored the autobiography “Wings of Fire”?
a) Jawaharlal Nehru
b) A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
c) Indira Gandhi
d) Vikram Sarabhai
Answer: b - The invention of the light bulb significantly impacted:
a) Agriculture
b) Communication
c) Daily life and productivity
d) Transportation
Answer: c - What is the capital of Malaysia?
a) Singapore
b) Jakarta
c) Kuala Lumpur
d) Bangkok
Answer: c - World Health Day is observed on which month?
a) February
b) April
c) July
d) November
Answer: b - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) provides advice and policy recommendations to member countries on:
a) Environmental issues
b) Economic and financial stability
c) Social welfare programs
d) Cultural preservation
Answer: b - The Election Commission of India allots election symbols to:
a) Independent candidates only
b) National political parties only
c) Recognized political parties and candidates
d) All contesting individuals
Answer: c - Which district of Himachal Pradesh is known for the Minjar Fair?
a) Kullu
b) Mandi
c) Chamba
d) Shimla
Answer: c
The Mukhya Mantri Shahri Ajeevika Guarantee Yojna aims to enhance livelihood security in:
a) Rural areas
b) Urban areas
c) Forest areas
d) Coastal areas
Answer: b