In 2026, the world observed the 81st anniversary of the atomic bombing of which Japanese city?
A Nagasaki
B Hiroshima
C Tokyo
D Kyoto
Answer: B
Hiroshima Day is observed annually on August 6 to commemorate the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in 1945. 2026 marks the 81st anniversary of this event.
142.
Which government initiative aims to promote Indian handloom products and support weavers, often highlighted during National Handloom Day preparations?
A Make in India
B Skill India
C Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat
D Ambedkar Social Innovation and Incubation Mission
Answer: A
The 'Make in India' initiative, launched in 2014, aims to transform India into a global manufacturing hub. While not exclusively for handlooms, it encompasses and promotes sectors like handloom textiles as part of boosting domestic manufacturing and exports. Preparations for National Handloom Day often involve promoting such initiatives.
143.
The first National Handloom Day was observed in which year, marking the Swadeshi Movement's anniversary?
A 2014
B 2015
C 2016
D 2017
Answer: B
The first National Handloom Day was observed on August 7, 2015, by the Ministry of Textiles to commemorate the Swadeshi Movement, which was launched on August 7, 1905. Preparations for the 2026 event would build upon this legacy.
144.
When is National Handloom Day observed in India?
A August 5
B August 7
C August 9
D August 11
Answer: B
National Handloom Day is celebrated every year on August 7th to honor the handloom weaving community and to promote the handloom industry. The preparations for the 2026 National Handloom Day would be underway in the preceding months.
145.
The abrogation of Article 370 was a significant constitutional event. Which constitutional amendment act is primarily associated with this decision?
A Constitution (One Hundred and Fourth Amendment) Act, 2019
B Constitution (One Hundred and Fifth Amendment) Act, 2019
C Constitution (One Hundred and Sixth Amendment) Act, 2019
D Constitution (One Hundred and Seventh Amendment) Act, 2019
Answer: B
The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, which led to the abrogation of Article 370 and the bifurcation of the state, is often referred to in conjunction with the constitutional changes made in 2019. While not a direct constitutional amendment act in the traditional sense of amending the text of the constitution, it was enacted under powers that effectively amended the constitutional application to J&K. The 105th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2021 is unrelated. The relevant legislative act was the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019. However, the question asks for a constitutional amendment act. The abrogation was enabled by presidential orders and parliamentary resolutions, not a single constitutional amendment act number that directly replaced Article 370. The closest legislative action that enabled this was the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019. Given the options, and the year 2019, the question might be flawed or referring to the general legislative context. However, the abrogation itself was based on Presidential Orders and parliamentary resolutions, not a specific amendment act number that replaced Article 370. The 105th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2021 is unrelated. The question is problematic as the abrogation was not done via a single numbered constitutional amendment act that replaced Article 370. It was done via Presidential Orders and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019. The second anniversary is in 2021. NEEDS_REVIEW
146.
Following the abrogation of Article 370, the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir was reorganized into which of the following entities?
A One Union Territory
B Two States
C One State and One Union Territory
D Two Union Territories
Answer: D
On August 5, 2019, the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act was passed, which bifurcated the state into two Union Territories: Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. The second anniversary was in 2021.
147.
In which year was Article 370 of the Indian Constitution abrogated, leading to the reorganization of Jammu and Kashmir?
A 2018
B 2019
C 2020
D 2021
Answer: B
Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, was abrogated by the Indian Parliament on August 5, 2019. The second anniversary would be in 2021.
148.
The International Day of Friendship aims to promote friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals. What is the primary goal of this observance?
A To promote economic trade between nations.
B To foster peace and understanding through friendship.
C To encourage international tourism.
D To celebrate national holidays.
Answer: B
The core idea behind the International Day of Friendship is to build bridges between communities and nations, fostering peace and mutual respect.
149.
Which UN resolution officially designated July 30 as the International Day of Friendship?
A Resolution 65/275
B Resolution 66/275
C Resolution 67/275
D Resolution 68/275
Answer: A
The International Day of Friendship was proclaimed by the General Assembly on April 27, 2011, through resolution 65/275.
150.
The International Day of Friendship is celebrated annually on which date?
A July 28
B July 30
C August 1
D August 5
Answer: B
The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed July 30 as the International Day of Friendship in 2011.
