1. Jute grows best in which type of soil?
Ans: Alluvial soil
2. The Takla Makan Desert is located in which country?
Ans: China
3. Mahabalipuram monuments are mainly associated with which dynasty?
Ans: Pallava
4. Where is the headquarters of ASEAN located?
Ans: Jakarta
5. The term ‘Blue Revolution’ is mainly associated with:
Ans: Fish production
6. Gorumara National Park is especially known for which animal?
Ans: Indian Rhinoceros
7. Who is known as the father of the Indian space programme?
Ans: Vikram Sarabhai
8. For 2026, how many Padma Awards were approved by the President of India?
Ans: 131
9. The reference date for Census 2027 in most parts of India is:
Ans: 1 March 2027
10. How many personnel of Police, Fire, Home Guard & Civil Defence and Correctional Services were awarded Gallantry/Service Medals on Republic Day 2026?
Ans: 982